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SUMMARY:Kevin Gallagher at the Gloucester Writers Center
DESCRIPTION:Visit Gloucester Writers Center for an evening with Kevin Gallagher .
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/kevin-gallagher-at-the-gloucester-writers-center/
LOCATION:Gloucester Writers Center\, 126 East Main Street\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Splash,Summer
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SUMMARY:The Addams Family Musical
DESCRIPTION:A musical performed by the Annisquam Village Players\, one of the oldest community theatres in the country. Directed by Terry Sands and Tracie Ewing\, the show is based on the The New Yorker magazine\, single-panel comic series by Charles Addams\, which ran in the magazine from 1938 to his death in 1988. \nThe show takes place in the Addams’ crumbling old Central Park mansion\, alive with dark shadows and generations of dearly departed ancestors who simply won’t depart. When teenage daughter\, Wednesday\, invites her new boyfriend and his painfully “normal” parents to dinner\, what could possibly go wrong? \nQuite a bit. \nAs the boyfriend’s tidy\, conventional family steps into the Addams’ gloriously morbid world\, tensions rise faster than a ghost through the ceiling. Personality clashes spark chaos\, dinner threatens disaster\, and the evening takes a shocking turn when it becomes known that the young couple are engaged to be married. \nCue the mayhem. \nBetween the devotedly macabre and tango-dancing Morticia and Gomez Addams – along with their intense teenage children\, an eccentric Uncle Fester\, a 102-year-old grandmother (who may have outlived reason itself) and a hulking\, chiseled butler called Lurch who speaks only in heartfelt grunts and groans – the stage is set for comic catastrophe. But in a good way! \nAnd yet—through zombie ancestors\, slapstick torture\, and morbid humor — love finds a way. By show’s end\, both families discover that “normal” is relative… and that love conquers even the most haunted hearts. \nFor more information\, visit online at AnnisquamVillagePlayers.com. Get your tickets today. It’s going to be a great show!
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/the-addams-family-musical/2026-08-06/
LOCATION:Annisquam Village Hall\, 34 Leonard St.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jeff Weaver Solo Show at The North Shore Arts Association
DESCRIPTION:The North Shore Arts Association welcomes you to experience a solo exhibition of works by North Shore Arts member and critically acclaimed painter\, Jeffrey Weaver\, on view from August 6 – August 30\, 2026 with a Reception Friday\, August 7 from 6PM-8PM. Jeff Weaver\, born and raised in Massachusetts\, showed early artistic talent\, taking portrait commissions by age fourteen and winning statewide awards in drawing and sculpture while studying under sculptor Eleanor Marvin. After high school\, he attended the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston and moved to Gloucester in 1972\, where he sketched and painted the waterfront daily. He supported himself through waterfront jobs\, boat portrait commissions\, and more than 30 murals throughout the city. Since returning to fine art in the 1990s\, he has focused on depicting Gloucester and now operates a studio/gallery on Rogers Street along the waterfront. \nMore of Jeff’s work can be found on his website\, jeffweaverfineart.com.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/jeff-weaver-solo-show-at-the-north-shore-arts-association/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:North Shore Arts Association\, 11 Pirates Lane\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T170000
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SUMMARY:Avery\, Gottlieb & Rothko: By the Sea
DESCRIPTION:“Avery\, Gottlieb & Rothko: By the Sea” explores the artistic bond between three pivotal 20th century American artists—Milton Avery (1885–1965)\, Adolph Gottlieb (1903–1974)\, and Mark Rothko (1903-1970)—whose shared summers in Gloucester\, Massachusetts\, from the 1920s to the mid-1940s had a lasting impact on their work. The exhibit is being presented through a collaboration between the Cape Ann Museum and The Phillips Collection (Washington\, D.C.). On view at the Cape Ann Museum from June 30 through September 27\, 2026\, the exhibition will then be displayed at The Phillips Collection from October 24\, 2026\, through January 24\, 2027. \nAs the first Cape Ann Museum generated show to then be taken on by another institution\, the Museum is working in close collaboration with all three artists’ estates. The show will feature over 82 works from the 1920s to the 1960s\, with loans from 26 prominent national and private institutional collections\, including the National Gallery of Art in Washington\, D.C.\, which is a central partner lending 10 works by Mark Rothko to the exhibition. Many works in this exhibition have never been on public view. \nThis unprecedented exhibit\, accompanied by a 224-page catalog produced by Rizzoli Electa\, will reveal the deep connections between these artists\, emphasizing their roles as both mentors and peers\, while showcasing the unique working methods and lifelong friendships that shaped their groundbreaking art. The catalog\, in addition to including essays by Eliza Rathbone\, will also feature contributions by prominent art scholars and curators. \nOrganized for the Cape Ann Museum by guest curator\, Eliza Rathbone\, Chief Curator Emerita of The Phillips Collection in collaboration with The Phillips Collection\, Washington\, D.C.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/avery-gottlieb-rothko-by-the-sea/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Cape Ann Museum Downtown Campus\, 27 Pleasant Street\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions,Fall,Summer
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SUMMARY:Falconry & the Medieval World: A Live Bird Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Wingmasters’ Birds of Prey returns to the Hammond Castle Museum! \nFalconry is the sport of hunting with a trained bird of prey. It is also the demanding art of training a predatory bird that is by nature wary of people to hunt cooperatively with a human partner. While the sport has a 4\,000-year history\, its glory days were indisputably in the medieval period. While this presentation centers around live birds used in falconry\, it is not a flight demonstration but a history-rich look at an ancient sport. Focusing on the medieval period\, it explains the characteristics of the birds of prey used\, how the sport reflected the lifestyle of the time\, and the historical reasons behind falconry’s rise and fall. \nPlease note: This program is only intended for ages 8 and up. Tickets for this event are $20 adults\, $10 kids. This ticket grants you access to the Falconry & the Medieval World: A Live Bird Presentation\, which will be held in a tent on the ocean-facing lawn\, as well as access to the Museum Shop. A separate tour ticket will be required to enter beyond the Museum Shop for a guided or self-guided tour. Ticket holders may purchase Self-Guided Tour tickets in the Museum Shop at a 20% discount. \nAbout WINGMASTERS:\nJulie Anne Collier and Jim Parks are both licensed wildlife rehabilitators based in Massachusetts and are dedicated to increasing public understanding and appreciation of North American birds of prey. Together they care for injured birds of prey at their private center in Leverett\, Massachusetts. Most of the birds they rehabilitate can ultimately be released back into the wild\, but in some cases\, the birds are left permanently handicapped. Julie and Jim are further licensed to provide a home for these non-releasable raptors and to use them for educational programs. Since 1994\, WINGMASTERS has presented over 10\,000 programs at schools\, libraries\, and museums throughout New England. \nAll proceeds from this educational program support additional educational programs and ongoing Museum restorations. Museum member savings apply!
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/falconry-the-medieval-world-a-live-bird-presentation/
LOCATION:Hammond Castle Museum\, 80 Hesperus Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T153000
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SUMMARY:Windhover Center for the Performing Arts presents Quarry Dance 2026
DESCRIPTION:Art meets nature at this special free event! Join us as New York City-based Alison Cook Beatty Dance performs a site-specific dance sure to inspire wonder.\nQuarry Dance is Windhover’s signature summer project\, the vision of Windhover’s founder\, the late Ina Hahn. Her vision marries the art of modern dance with the pristine landscapes of the quarries on Cape Ann. Utilizing the natural amphitheaters of these quarries opens up a world where art and nature can co-mingle. \nThree performances offered:\nFriday\, August 7 from 1:30-3:30pm\nSaturday\, August 8 from 10:30am-12:30 pm\nSunday\, August 9 from 1:30-3:30pm \nTimes include shuttle service to and from Windhover. \nThis year’s Quarry Dance will take place at a private quarry in Lanesville. A shuttle will transport you from the Windhover parking lot to the performance and return you afterward. No parking is available at the performance site. Quarry Dance admission (including shuttle service) is FREE. No advance RSVP required. Donations are most welcome!\nIn the event of rain\, Quarry Dance is subject to cancellation. Please check our website for updates.\nQuarry Dance 2026 is supported\, in part\, by Rockport and Gloucester Cultural Councils.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/windhover-center-for-the-performing-arts-presents-quarry-dance-2026/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Windhover Center for the Performing Arts\, 257R Granite Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T160000
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SUMMARY:Ten Pound Island: A Journey Through History\, Mystery and Art
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable evening as speaker and historian Richard Carlson brings to life the rich and storied past of Ten Pound Island\, one of Rocky Neck’s most iconic and intriguing landmarks. His engaging presentation promises a journey through centuries of history\, mystery\, and artistic inspiration. \nTen Pound Island has been a central figure in the area’s story since well before Samuel de Champlain charted the coast in 1606. Rich will explore the island’s many chapters—from its early days as a fish hatchery\, to its role as a Coast Guard airfield during Prohibition\, to its enduring legacy as home to the beloved Ten Pound Island Light. \nThis lively talk will also dive into the island’s more enigmatic moments. Expect tales of sea monster sightings\, the infamous Great Rat Flood\, and the ways in which artists have been captivated by the island’s beauty over the years. \nWhether you’re a history buff\, maritime folklore lover\, or simply curious about Gloucester’s hidden gems\, this is an event you won’t want to miss. \nFREE EVENT\, BUT REGISTRATION REQUIRED – 95 spaces\nhttps://sawyerfreelibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/ten-pound-island-a-journey-through-history-mystery-art-2/
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/ten-pound-island-a-journey-through-history-mystery-and-art/
LOCATION:Sawyer Free Library\, 2 Dale Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T193000
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SUMMARY:Public Sail on a National Historic Landmark Schooner!
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the water during the Centennial Season of Schooner Adventure!\nNow celebrating 100 years\, Adventure invites you to experience Gloucester Harbor from the deck of a true National Historic Landmark. Built in 1926 and lovingly preserved by generations of supporters\, Adventure remains one of the last surviving Grand Banks dory fishing schooners in America.\nEach public sail offers a unique opportunity to:\nExperience traditional sailing aboard a historic schooner\nHelp raise the sails and learn about life at sea\nHear stories of Gloucester’s rich maritime heritage\nConnect with the working waterfront and the legacy of the fisheries\nEnjoy fresh ocean air and spectacular views of Cape Ann\nWhether you are visiting Gloucester for the first time or have sailed with us for years\, there has never been a better time to come aboard. Help us celebrate a century of history\, preservation\, education\, and community on the water.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/public-sail-on-a-national-historic-landmark-schooner/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Schooner Adventure\, 23 Harbor Loop | Schooner Adventure\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01931\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T213000
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SUMMARY:RED: A Gloucester Stage Benefit
DESCRIPTION:You know Mark Rothko’s artwork; now witness a pivotal moment in his career in this exclusive staged reading of John Logan’s Tony Award-winning play RED at Gloucester Stage. Directed by internationally acclaimed theatre and opera director Kate Cherry\, RED is set in Rothko’s studio in the late 1950’s as the artist grapples with a commission to create a series of murals for NYC’s Four Seasons restaurant. Conflicted by the commission and at odds with his conscience\, Rothko makes a decision that is still discussed in art circles today. \nGourmet Offerings and Complimentary Bar \nReading will take place Friday\, August 7th from 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm at the Natti-Willsky Performance Center – 267 East Main Street\, Gloucester.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/red-a-gloucester-stage-benefit/
LOCATION:Gloucester Stage\, 267 E Main Street\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T220000
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SUMMARY:Robert Ellis Orrall with an After Party with Funbucket
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night of stories and songs from renowned songwriter and producer Robert Ellis Orrall. He and his original band from the 80’s will be playing songs he wrote for and with Taylor Swift\, Reba McEntire\, Lindsay Lohan\, Michael McDonald and hundreds of other timeless artists. \nWhen RCA Records signed North Shore native Robert Ellis Orrall in 1980 he had his dream band: Kook Lawry on guitar\, Don Walden on bass and David Stefanelli on the drums. 46 years later they are back on the road and in the studio. \nPart of a New Wave of Boston artists that included The Stompers\, Jon Butcher Axis\, Til Tuesday and The Neighborhoods\, REO rocked legendary venues like The Rat\, The Paradise and The Orpheum Theater. \nThe band’s critically acclaimed albums\, “Fixation”\, “Contain Yourself”\, and “Special Pain” were recorded at Rockfield Studios in Wales with producer Roger Bechirian (Elvis Costello\, Squeeze)\, and supported with tours opening for U2\, The Kinks\, Psychedelic Furs and countless others. And their Top 40 smash hit with Carlene Carter “I Couldn’t Say No” still stands as an 80’s classic. \nWhen Robert moved to Nashville to write and produce\, Kook\, Don and David lent their talents to artists like Peter Wolf (J. Geils)\, Barry Goudreau & Brad Delp (Boston)\, Carlene Carter\, Brian Maes\, Nick Lowe and many more. \nRobert Ellis Orrall has had over 350 songs (and five #1 songs) cut around the world and soundtracked in TV and movies llke “The Bourne Identity”\, “Hannah Montana” and “Freaky Friday”. He produced tracks for Love and Theft\, Cake Bake Betty and Taylor Swift’s 10X Platinum debut and followup EP. \nThe band regrouped to reminisce\, tour and record “467 Surf And Gun Club”\, an album John Hiatt called “absolutely joyful”\, Michael McDonald called “relevant and timeless’\, and said American Songwriter “The melodies\, counter melodies\, and killer performances constitute a unique blend of ‘60s-pop-meets-modern-indie songwriting.” They’ve released 5 new albums since then including “Wrong Thing” and “Wonderland”. \nThe band is touring from now to forever\, playing songs from all of their albums and albums to come\, listed below. The old cliche “Let’s get the band back together” has come to life with these four best friends playing their best music. \n“…Fixation” 1981 \n“Special Pain 1983 \n“Contain Yourself” 1984 \n“467 Surf And Gun Club” 2022 \n“B-Sides And C-Sides” 2024 \n“The Mountain Is The Bear 2025 \n“The War Between Us” 2025 \n“Wrong Thing” 2025 \n“Wonderland” 2026
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/robert-ellis-orrall-with-an-after-party-with-funbucket/
LOCATION:The Cut\, 177 Main Street\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music,Summer
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T220000
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SUMMARY:Gloucester Block Party #2
DESCRIPTION:Main Street (Closed from Pleasant St to Washington St)\nGloucester\, MA \n1-160 Main Street Gloucester MA 01930 \nFriday\, August 7\, 2026\n5 PM Streets closed off to traffic & parking\n6 PM: Balloon Artist at Center & Main\n6 PM Music Stages Open (x3)\n6:15 PM ALAKAZAM at Hancock & Main\n7:00 PM Cape Ann Dancers at Hancock & Main\n8:00 PM ALAKAZAM at Hancock & Main\nMain Street\, Downtown Gloucester comes alive when the Street is closed off and we have live music\, street performers\, non-profits\, food vendors and more \nMany of our shops and businesses on Main Street will be open for business and will welcome partygoers. Other Gloucester businesses and non-profits will be represented on the Street as well. We can promise a night full of Live music\, great food\, and fun activities with lots of local flavor! \nLIST OF PARTICIPANTS\nNON-PROFITS \nFOOD VENDORS\nCrepe du Jour\nLobster Roller\nMeat & Sweet\nThree Gingers Jerky\nWhoopie Wagon
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/gloucester-block-party-2/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T213000
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SUMMARY:The Addams Family Musical
DESCRIPTION:A musical performed by the Annisquam Village Players\, one of the oldest community theatres in the country. Directed by Terry Sands and Tracie Ewing\, the show is based on the The New Yorker magazine\, single-panel comic series by Charles Addams\, which ran in the magazine from 1938 to his death in 1988. \nThe show takes place in the Addams’ crumbling old Central Park mansion\, alive with dark shadows and generations of dearly departed ancestors who simply won’t depart. When teenage daughter\, Wednesday\, invites her new boyfriend and his painfully “normal” parents to dinner\, what could possibly go wrong? \nQuite a bit. \nAs the boyfriend’s tidy\, conventional family steps into the Addams’ gloriously morbid world\, tensions rise faster than a ghost through the ceiling. Personality clashes spark chaos\, dinner threatens disaster\, and the evening takes a shocking turn when it becomes known that the young couple are engaged to be married. \nCue the mayhem. \nBetween the devotedly macabre and tango-dancing Morticia and Gomez Addams – along with their intense teenage children\, an eccentric Uncle Fester\, a 102-year-old grandmother (who may have outlived reason itself) and a hulking\, chiseled butler called Lurch who speaks only in heartfelt grunts and groans – the stage is set for comic catastrophe. But in a good way! \nAnd yet—through zombie ancestors\, slapstick torture\, and morbid humor — love finds a way. By show’s end\, both families discover that “normal” is relative… and that love conquers even the most haunted hearts. \nFor more information\, visit online at AnnisquamVillagePlayers.com. Get your tickets today. It’s going to be a great show!
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/the-addams-family-musical/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Annisquam Village Hall\, 34 Leonard St.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T220000
DTSTAMP:20260714T134134Z
CREATED:20260624T170750Z
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SUMMARY:Sunset Sessions at the Birdseye Rooftop
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the weekend in style at Sunset Sessions. An evening of vibrant energy\, coastal glamour\, and unforgettable harbor front views at Beauport Hotel’s Birdseye Rooftop. \nJoin us during our 10th year by the sea\, every Friday and Saturday evening for a lively celebration featuring DJ entertainment from The 617 Event Group. Dance as the sun sets over Gloucester Harbor\, sip handcrafted cocktails\, and soak in the atmosphere high above the water. Feeling bold? Bring your suit and take a dip in the pool or hot tub. This event is for guests 21+. \nFor a more elevated experience\, reserve one of our VIP Premium Lounge Tables on the Harbor View side of the rooftop. These exclusive tables for four include a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label—perfect for toasting the night in style. \nGeneral Admission starts at $30 and does not include food or beverage. \nVIP Premium Lounge Tables are $300 and include entry\, premium seating for four\, and a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label (inclusive of tax and gratuity).
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/sunset-sessions-at-the-birdseye-rooftop/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Beauport Hotel\, 55 Commercial Street\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer
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SUMMARY:Jeff Weaver Solo Show at The North Shore Arts Association
DESCRIPTION:The North Shore Arts Association welcomes you to experience a solo exhibition of works by North Shore Arts member and critically acclaimed painter\, Jeffrey Weaver\, on view from August 6 – August 30\, 2026 with a Reception Friday\, August 7 from 6PM-8PM. Jeff Weaver\, born and raised in Massachusetts\, showed early artistic talent\, taking portrait commissions by age fourteen and winning statewide awards in drawing and sculpture while studying under sculptor Eleanor Marvin. After high school\, he attended the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston and moved to Gloucester in 1972\, where he sketched and painted the waterfront daily. He supported himself through waterfront jobs\, boat portrait commissions\, and more than 30 murals throughout the city. Since returning to fine art in the 1990s\, he has focused on depicting Gloucester and now operates a studio/gallery on Rogers Street along the waterfront. \nMore of Jeff’s work can be found on his website\, jeffweaverfineart.com.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/jeff-weaver-solo-show-at-the-north-shore-arts-association/2026-08-08/
LOCATION:North Shore Arts Association\, 11 Pirates Lane\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T100000
DTSTAMP:20260616T145653Z
CREATED:20260616T145653Z
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SUMMARY:Street Stories with Phil Storey 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join noted raconteur Phil Storey for this “fun filled” Phil Facts about Gloucester’s deep literary past! \nPhil Storey is a local local historian\, noted raconteur\, and master storyteller. He developed this engaging literary walking tour during Gloucester’s 400+ celebration and is excited to continue hosting it in partnership with the Gloucester Writers Center. \nGloucester has long been home to remarkable writers and literary voices. From early pioneers like Judith Sargent Murray and her groundbreaking feminist writings\, to Nobel Prize-winning poet T.S. Eliot\, who spent many summers of his boyhood in Gloucester\, the city’s connection to literature runs deep. Gloucester’s landscape\, harbor\, and sea life have inspired generations of writers and poets. \nThe tour also explores the rich poetic dialogue between Charles Olson and Vincent Ferrini in the twentieth century\, as well as the many visiting authors who came to Gloucester seeking inspiration. These include Rudyard Kipling\, author of Captains Courageous; Henry Wadsworth Longfellow\, whose poem The Wreck of the Hesperus was inspired by the region; and horror master H.P. Lovecraft\, whose The Shadow Over Innsmouth echoes the atmosphere of Cape Ann’s fishing towns. Join us for a funny\, entertaining\, and informative walk through Gloucester’s literary past. \nMeet at 80 Main Street\nAll Literary Walk dates begin at 10:00 AM \nMay 30\nJune 13\nJune 27\nJuly 11\nJuly 25\nAug 8\nAugust 22\nSeptember 5\nSeptember 19 – Rails to Trails Event \nDonations Asked. \n 
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/street-stories-with-phil-storey-2026/2026-08-08/
LOCATION:80 Main Antiques & Ephemera\, 80 Main Street\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fall,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T192405Z
CREATED:20260406T192405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T192405Z
UID:10000248-1786183200-1786208400@discovergloucester.com
SUMMARY:Avery\, Gottlieb & Rothko: By the Sea
DESCRIPTION:“Avery\, Gottlieb & Rothko: By the Sea” explores the artistic bond between three pivotal 20th century American artists—Milton Avery (1885–1965)\, Adolph Gottlieb (1903–1974)\, and Mark Rothko (1903-1970)—whose shared summers in Gloucester\, Massachusetts\, from the 1920s to the mid-1940s had a lasting impact on their work. The exhibit is being presented through a collaboration between the Cape Ann Museum and The Phillips Collection (Washington\, D.C.). On view at the Cape Ann Museum from June 30 through September 27\, 2026\, the exhibition will then be displayed at The Phillips Collection from October 24\, 2026\, through January 24\, 2027. \nAs the first Cape Ann Museum generated show to then be taken on by another institution\, the Museum is working in close collaboration with all three artists’ estates. The show will feature over 82 works from the 1920s to the 1960s\, with loans from 26 prominent national and private institutional collections\, including the National Gallery of Art in Washington\, D.C.\, which is a central partner lending 10 works by Mark Rothko to the exhibition. Many works in this exhibition have never been on public view. \nThis unprecedented exhibit\, accompanied by a 224-page catalog produced by Rizzoli Electa\, will reveal the deep connections between these artists\, emphasizing their roles as both mentors and peers\, while showcasing the unique working methods and lifelong friendships that shaped their groundbreaking art. The catalog\, in addition to including essays by Eliza Rathbone\, will also feature contributions by prominent art scholars and curators. \nOrganized for the Cape Ann Museum by guest curator\, Eliza Rathbone\, Chief Curator Emerita of The Phillips Collection in collaboration with The Phillips Collection\, Washington\, D.C.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/avery-gottlieb-rothko-by-the-sea/2026-08-08/
LOCATION:Cape Ann Museum Downtown Campus\, 27 Pleasant Street\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions,Fall,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T123000
DTSTAMP:20260716T154718Z
CREATED:20260716T154718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T154718Z
UID:10002310-1786185000-1786192200@discovergloucester.com
SUMMARY:Windhover Center for the Performing Arts presents Quarry Dance 2026
DESCRIPTION:Art meets nature at this special free event! Join us as New York City-based Alison Cook Beatty Dance performs a site-specific dance sure to inspire wonder.\nQuarry Dance is Windhover’s signature summer project\, the vision of Windhover’s founder\, the late Ina Hahn. Her vision marries the art of modern dance with the pristine landscapes of the quarries on Cape Ann. Utilizing the natural amphitheaters of these quarries opens up a world where art and nature can co-mingle. \nThree performances offered:\nFriday\, August 7 from 1:30-3:30pm\nSaturday\, August 8 from 10:30am-12:30 pm\nSunday\, August 9 from 1:30-3:30pm \nTimes include shuttle service to and from Windhover. \nThis year’s Quarry Dance will take place at a private quarry in Lanesville. A shuttle will transport you from the Windhover parking lot to the performance and return you afterward. No parking is available at the performance site. Quarry Dance admission (including shuttle service) is FREE. No advance RSVP required. Donations are most welcome!\nIn the event of rain\, Quarry Dance is subject to cancellation. Please check our website for updates.\nQuarry Dance 2026 is supported\, in part\, by Rockport and Gloucester Cultural Councils.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/windhover-center-for-the-performing-arts-presents-quarry-dance-2026/2026-08-08/
LOCATION:Windhover Center for the Performing Arts\, 257R Granite Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T140000
DTSTAMP:20260602T165958Z
CREATED:20260602T165958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T165958Z
UID:10001025-1786186800-1786197600@discovergloucester.com
SUMMARY:Beauport Cruiselines Lobster Lunch Cruises
DESCRIPTION:Join us all summer long for our Lobster Lunch Cruises! \nCruise along the beautiful Gloucester Harbor as you indulge in a decadent lobster lunch including Traditional Ipswich Clam Chowder\, 1.25 Pound Steamed New England Lobster\, Brown Sugar & Bourbon BBQ Chicken and more. Sip on refreshing seasonal cocktails\, while enjoying sweeping views and a salty seaside breeze! \nCruise Dates: 6/25\, 7/9\, 8/8\, 8/25\, 10/14 \nTickets are $96 for adults and $60 for children which includes the buffet. A cash bar will also be available. \nView schedule & book now: https://bit.ly/SummerCruiseSchedule
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/beauport-cruiselines-lobster-lunch-cruises/2026-08-08/
LOCATION:Beauport Cruiselines\, 6 Rowe Square\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fall,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T180000
DTSTAMP:20260716T154948Z
CREATED:20260716T154948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T154948Z
UID:10002686-1786186800-1786212000@discovergloucester.com
SUMMARY:Cape Ann Artisans -Summer One Day Open Studio- celebrating Mass Tax Free Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Join these Artisans from the Open Studio tour for a special one day event on Mass Tax Free Weekend. Enjoy visiting Jacqueline Ganim-DeFalco’s Sea glass studio\, and potterNina Goodick on the Annisquam River. In East Gloucester\, mixed media and mosaic artist – Cindy Efinger. In Rockport\, visit \, potter\, Cynthia Curtis and recycled glass artist John Bassett.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/cape-ann-artisans-summer-one-day-open-studio-celebrating-mass-tax-free-weekend/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T180000
DTSTAMP:20260722T142426Z
CREATED:20260722T142426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T142426Z
UID:10002687-1786186800-1786212000@discovergloucester.com
SUMMARY:Cape Ann Artisans One-Day Summer Open Studio - Mini-Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun summer visit in our studios. Four of us who are current members and one of our most popular alumnae will join us to celebrate Mass Tax Free weekend for just this one summer Saturday\, August 8th. This smaller group allows you a leisurely visit. In Gloucester visit Jacqueline Ganim-DeFalco\, Nina Goodick\, and Cindy Efinger. In Rockport\, visit Cynthia Curtis and John Bassett.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/cape-ann-artisans-one-day-summer-open-studio-mini-tour/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T170000
DTSTAMP:20260602T171101Z
CREATED:20260602T171101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T171101Z
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SUMMARY:Fishermen's Memorial Service
DESCRIPTION:The annual Fishermen’s Memorial Service will be held on Saturday\, August 8th at 5:00 PM . This Service is to remember and honor all of those who have lost their lives in the long history of Gloucester’s fishing industry. The Service starts with a procession from the American Legion\, down Middle Street and onto Stacy Boulevard. Everyone is invited to join the procession. It is led by a line of drummers and many of those walking carry flowers to toss into the sea at the end of the ceremony to remember loved ones or hold boat oars carrying the names of Gloucester fishing boats\, past and present. \nPlease join the Fishermen’s Memorial Service Committee in remembering those who lost their lives fishing from America’s oldest seaport.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/fishermens-memorial-service/
LOCATION:Gloucester Fishermen’s Memorial\, Stacy Boulevard\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T203000
DTSTAMP:20260616T152425Z
CREATED:20260616T152425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T152425Z
UID:10001109-1786215600-1786221000@discovergloucester.com
SUMMARY:Windhover Center for the Performing Arts presents NYC Contemporary Dance Double Bill: Alison Cook Beatty and Nattie Trogdon + Hollis Bartlett
DESCRIPTION:What do we choose to carry forward and what do we leave behind? This double bill performance of New York City-based dance artists celebrates the breadth of ways in which legacy informs contemporary dance. Join us for this thought-provoking and viscerally moving event featuring two powerhouse dance companies before heading to the Illumination Night fireworks!
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/windhover-center-for-the-performing-arts-presents-nyc-contemporary-dance-double-bill-alison-cook-beatty-and-nattie-trogdon-hollis-bartlett/
LOCATION:Windhover Center for the Performing Arts\, 257R Granite Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T213000
DTSTAMP:20260715T162013Z
CREATED:20260715T162013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T162013Z
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SUMMARY:The Addams Family Musical
DESCRIPTION:A musical performed by the Annisquam Village Players\, one of the oldest community theatres in the country. Directed by Terry Sands and Tracie Ewing\, the show is based on the The New Yorker magazine\, single-panel comic series by Charles Addams\, which ran in the magazine from 1938 to his death in 1988. \nThe show takes place in the Addams’ crumbling old Central Park mansion\, alive with dark shadows and generations of dearly departed ancestors who simply won’t depart. When teenage daughter\, Wednesday\, invites her new boyfriend and his painfully “normal” parents to dinner\, what could possibly go wrong? \nQuite a bit. \nAs the boyfriend’s tidy\, conventional family steps into the Addams’ gloriously morbid world\, tensions rise faster than a ghost through the ceiling. Personality clashes spark chaos\, dinner threatens disaster\, and the evening takes a shocking turn when it becomes known that the young couple are engaged to be married. \nCue the mayhem. \nBetween the devotedly macabre and tango-dancing Morticia and Gomez Addams – along with their intense teenage children\, an eccentric Uncle Fester\, a 102-year-old grandmother (who may have outlived reason itself) and a hulking\, chiseled butler called Lurch who speaks only in heartfelt grunts and groans – the stage is set for comic catastrophe. But in a good way! \nAnd yet—through zombie ancestors\, slapstick torture\, and morbid humor — love finds a way. By show’s end\, both families discover that “normal” is relative… and that love conquers even the most haunted hearts. \nFor more information\, visit online at AnnisquamVillagePlayers.com. Get your tickets today. It’s going to be a great show!
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/the-addams-family-musical/2026-08-08/
LOCATION:Annisquam Village Hall\, 34 Leonard St.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T220000
DTSTAMP:20260714T134134Z
CREATED:20260624T170750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T134134Z
UID:10002300-1786215600-1786226400@discovergloucester.com
SUMMARY:Sunset Sessions at the Birdseye Rooftop
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the weekend in style at Sunset Sessions. An evening of vibrant energy\, coastal glamour\, and unforgettable harbor front views at Beauport Hotel’s Birdseye Rooftop. \nJoin us during our 10th year by the sea\, every Friday and Saturday evening for a lively celebration featuring DJ entertainment from The 617 Event Group. Dance as the sun sets over Gloucester Harbor\, sip handcrafted cocktails\, and soak in the atmosphere high above the water. Feeling bold? Bring your suit and take a dip in the pool or hot tub. This event is for guests 21+. \nFor a more elevated experience\, reserve one of our VIP Premium Lounge Tables on the Harbor View side of the rooftop. These exclusive tables for four include a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label—perfect for toasting the night in style. \nGeneral Admission starts at $30 and does not include food or beverage. \nVIP Premium Lounge Tables are $300 and include entry\, premium seating for four\, and a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label (inclusive of tax and gratuity).
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/sunset-sessions-at-the-birdseye-rooftop/2026-08-08/
LOCATION:Beauport Hotel\, 55 Commercial Street\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T220000
DTSTAMP:20260805T180058Z
CREATED:20260805T180058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T180058Z
UID:10002707-1786219200-1786226400@discovergloucester.com
SUMMARY:Fireworks Kayak Tour Illumination night!
DESCRIPTION:Join North Shore Adventures for an epic night kayak tour to see the fireworks!
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/fireworks-kayak-tour-illumination-night/
LOCATION:North Shore Adventures\, 9 Tuna Wharf\, Rockport\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T230000
DTSTAMP:20260504T140130Z
CREATED:20260504T140130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T140130Z
UID:10000710-1786219200-1786230000@discovergloucester.com
SUMMARY:King Yellowman
DESCRIPTION:Jamaica’s first dancehall superstar\, Yellowman ushered in a new era in reggae music following Bob Marley’s death. His early-’80s success brought the popularity of toasting — the reggae equivalent of rapping — to a whole new level\, and helped establish dancehall as the wave of the future. For better or for worse\, he also epitomized dancehall’s penchant for “slack” lyrics — that is\, casual violence\, sexism\, homophobia\, and general rudeness. Graphic sexuality was his particular forte\, reaching levels of explicitness previously unheard in Jamaica. It brought him numerous detractors\, but it was also a big reason for his early popularity. There was more to it than that\, though; Yellowman was one of the most verbally nimble toasters of his time\, with a loose\, easy flow\, a talent for improvisation\, and a definite wit in his wordplay. Plus\, all the boasting about his prowess on the mic or in the bedroom had to be over the top to be convincing: true to his stage name\, Yellowman is an albino\, which carries a tremendous social stigma in Jamaica. His rise to stardom was unlikely enough\, but his transformation from untouchable outcast into sex symbol was staggering — and may not even have taken place without his trademark lewdness. Shocking though it could be\, it affirmed him as a sexual being just like his listeners\, and was delivered with enough humor to let the audience know that he didn’t take himself too seriously. Bouts with cancer pushed him into more thoughtful\, socially conscious territory in the 1990s\, but his initial style remains the most influential\, paving the way for countless dancehall toasters to follow. He remained quiet through most of the 2000s before mounting a comeback with 2019’s\nNo More War.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/king-yellowman/
LOCATION:The Cut\, 177 Main Street\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music,Summer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260809
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260810
DTSTAMP:20260805T191107Z
CREATED:20260805T191107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T191107Z
UID:10002860-1786233600-1786319999@discovergloucester.com
SUMMARY:Jeff Weaver Solo Show at The North Shore Arts Association
DESCRIPTION:The North Shore Arts Association welcomes you to experience a solo exhibition of works by North Shore Arts member and critically acclaimed painter\, Jeffrey Weaver\, on view from August 6 – August 30\, 2026 with a Reception Friday\, August 7 from 6PM-8PM. Jeff Weaver\, born and raised in Massachusetts\, showed early artistic talent\, taking portrait commissions by age fourteen and winning statewide awards in drawing and sculpture while studying under sculptor Eleanor Marvin. After high school\, he attended the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston and moved to Gloucester in 1972\, where he sketched and painted the waterfront daily. He supported himself through waterfront jobs\, boat portrait commissions\, and more than 30 murals throughout the city. Since returning to fine art in the 1990s\, he has focused on depicting Gloucester and now operates a studio/gallery on Rogers Street along the waterfront. \nMore of Jeff’s work can be found on his website\, jeffweaverfineart.com.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/jeff-weaver-solo-show-at-the-north-shore-arts-association/2026-08-09/
LOCATION:North Shore Arts Association\, 11 Pirates Lane\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T192405Z
CREATED:20260406T192405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T192405Z
UID:10000249-1786269600-1786294800@discovergloucester.com
SUMMARY:Avery\, Gottlieb & Rothko: By the Sea
DESCRIPTION:“Avery\, Gottlieb & Rothko: By the Sea” explores the artistic bond between three pivotal 20th century American artists—Milton Avery (1885–1965)\, Adolph Gottlieb (1903–1974)\, and Mark Rothko (1903-1970)—whose shared summers in Gloucester\, Massachusetts\, from the 1920s to the mid-1940s had a lasting impact on their work. The exhibit is being presented through a collaboration between the Cape Ann Museum and The Phillips Collection (Washington\, D.C.). On view at the Cape Ann Museum from June 30 through September 27\, 2026\, the exhibition will then be displayed at The Phillips Collection from October 24\, 2026\, through January 24\, 2027. \nAs the first Cape Ann Museum generated show to then be taken on by another institution\, the Museum is working in close collaboration with all three artists’ estates. The show will feature over 82 works from the 1920s to the 1960s\, with loans from 26 prominent national and private institutional collections\, including the National Gallery of Art in Washington\, D.C.\, which is a central partner lending 10 works by Mark Rothko to the exhibition. Many works in this exhibition have never been on public view. \nThis unprecedented exhibit\, accompanied by a 224-page catalog produced by Rizzoli Electa\, will reveal the deep connections between these artists\, emphasizing their roles as both mentors and peers\, while showcasing the unique working methods and lifelong friendships that shaped their groundbreaking art. The catalog\, in addition to including essays by Eliza Rathbone\, will also feature contributions by prominent art scholars and curators. \nOrganized for the Cape Ann Museum by guest curator\, Eliza Rathbone\, Chief Curator Emerita of The Phillips Collection in collaboration with The Phillips Collection\, Washington\, D.C.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/avery-gottlieb-rothko-by-the-sea/2026-08-09/
LOCATION:Cape Ann Museum Downtown Campus\, 27 Pleasant Street\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions,Fall,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T153000
DTSTAMP:20260716T154718Z
CREATED:20260716T154718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T154718Z
UID:10002311-1786282200-1786289400@discovergloucester.com
SUMMARY:Windhover Center for the Performing Arts presents Quarry Dance 2026
DESCRIPTION:Art meets nature at this special free event! Join us as New York City-based Alison Cook Beatty Dance performs a site-specific dance sure to inspire wonder.\nQuarry Dance is Windhover’s signature summer project\, the vision of Windhover’s founder\, the late Ina Hahn. Her vision marries the art of modern dance with the pristine landscapes of the quarries on Cape Ann. Utilizing the natural amphitheaters of these quarries opens up a world where art and nature can co-mingle. \nThree performances offered:\nFriday\, August 7 from 1:30-3:30pm\nSaturday\, August 8 from 10:30am-12:30 pm\nSunday\, August 9 from 1:30-3:30pm \nTimes include shuttle service to and from Windhover. \nThis year’s Quarry Dance will take place at a private quarry in Lanesville. A shuttle will transport you from the Windhover parking lot to the performance and return you afterward. No parking is available at the performance site. Quarry Dance admission (including shuttle service) is FREE. No advance RSVP required. Donations are most welcome!\nIn the event of rain\, Quarry Dance is subject to cancellation. Please check our website for updates.\nQuarry Dance 2026 is supported\, in part\, by Rockport and Gloucester Cultural Councils.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/windhover-center-for-the-performing-arts-presents-quarry-dance-2026/2026-08-09/
LOCATION:Windhover Center for the Performing Arts\, 257R Granite Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T210000
DTSTAMP:20260629T144832Z
CREATED:20260514T145404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T144832Z
UID:10000860-1786298400-1786309200@discovergloucester.com
SUMMARY:Birdseye Rooftop Live Music Access
DESCRIPTION:Elevate your weeknight above Gloucester Harbor. \nJoin us on the Birdseye Rooftop for live music\, handcrafted cocktails\, and golden hour views stretching from the working waterfront to downtown Gloucester\, all paired with relaxed rooftop vibes and a sunset soundtrack to carry you into the evening. Slip into the pool or unwind in the hot tub as the sun sets and the evening settles in. This is your midweek moment\, six stories above it all. Rooftop Evening Pass begins at 6:00PM. Swimsuits encouraged. This event is 21+ adults only. General Admission starts at $20 and does not include food and beverage. *Complimentary to hotel guests \nTickets are non-refundable. Events are rain or shine unless the rooftop closes due to inclement weather. Any closure decisions are made by Beauport management at 2PM the day of the event; guests will be notified by email.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/birdseye-rooftop-live-music-access/2026-08-09/
LOCATION:Beauport Hotel\, 55 Commercial Street\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fall,Summer
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