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SUMMARY:Northshore Horror & Anime Fest
DESCRIPTION:Northshore Horror & Anime Fest returns to Danvers\, Massachusetts\, October 10–11\, 2026\, for a full weekend celebrating horror\, anime\, cosplay\, comics\, collectibles\, gaming\, and Halloween fun. \nLocated just minutes from Salem during the heart of Halloween season\, the event features celebrity guests\, voice actors\, comic book artists\, authors\, cosplayers\, filmmakers\, vendors\, collectibles\, toys\, comics\, anime merchandise\, Pokémon and trading cards\, panels\, Q&As\, screenings\, photo opportunities\, costume contests\, giveaways\, interactive attractions\, and more. \nSaturday features the Adult Costume Contest\, while Sunday includes family-friendly activities\, a Kids Costume Contest\, and Trick-or-Treating throughout the vendor marketplace. \nKids 12 and under are free\, and parking is free. \n📅 October 10–11\, 2026\n📍 Danvers Indoor Sports\, 150R Andover Street\, Danvers\, MA\n🎃 Minutes from Salem\, Massachusetts \nWhether you’re a horror fan\, anime lover\, collector\, cosplayer\, gamer\, or simply looking for something fun to do during Halloween season\, Northshore Horror & Anime Fest has something for everyone.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/northshore-horror-anime-fest/2026-10-11/
LOCATION:Danvers Indoor Sports 150r Andover St Danver\, MA 01923\, 150R Andover St\, Danvers\, MA\, 01923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Fair/Festival,Family,Shopping
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SUMMARY:41st Annual Essex Clamfest and Arts Crafts Festival
DESCRIPTION:11 AM-12 PM K-9 Demonstration by the Essex Police Department\n11 AM-4 PM Local Artisans & Crafters\n11 AM-4 PM Various Food Trucks \n12 PM Beer Truck\n12-1 PM Chowder Competition (While supplies last)\n12-4 PM Face Painting\, Reptiles & Kid’s Activities by CAVPT \n12-2 PM Live Music by Uncharted Watahs\n2-4 PM Live Music by Brick House \n3 PM Chowder Competition Winners Announced!\nJoin us at the Essex ClamFest\, Arts & Crafts Festival from 11 am to 4 pm in Shepard Memorial Park in Essex. Come taste Cape Ann’s finest chowders from Noon to 1 pm and vote for your favorite! (Tasting only while supplies last) Although the highlight of the day is the Chowder Tasting Competition\, there is also a great variety of activities\, including arts and crafts vendors\, live entertainment and plenty of food vendors on-site! \nChowder Competition’s Participating Restaurants: \nTBD \nFood Vendors to include:\nEssex Lions Club\nThe Lunch Lady Food Truck\nWoodman’s on Wheels \n*Also Featuring local brews from: Rockport Brewing\n* Musical entertainment by: Uncharted Watahs and Brick House\n* Kids Activities include: Face Painting by Miss Wendy and Cape Ann Vernal Pond reptiles!\n* Over 40 Crafters\, businesses\, and Non-profit tables! \nNON-PROFITS:\nTBD \nVENDORS:\nTBD
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/41st-annual-essex-clamfest-and-arts-crafts-festival/
LOCATION:Shepard Memorail Park Essex MA\, 24 Martin St.\, Essex\, M\, 01929\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:michelle@capeannchamber.com
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SUMMARY:Pirate Party - Costume Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:A night of fun\, games\, and drinks!\nFire pits – indoor & outdoor shenanigans\nHave a great time while supporting a great cause! \nTickets $100\nOpen Bar – Bountiful bites
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/pirate-party-costume-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Essex Shipbuilding Museum\, 66 MAIN ST\, ESSEX\, MA\, 01929\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Seasonal
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ORGANIZER;CN="Essex Historical Society &amp%3B Shipbuilding Museum":MAILTO:office@essexshipbuilding.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261107T090000
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SUMMARY:Renaissance Faire at Hammond Castle Museum
DESCRIPTION:Step into a world of knights\, artisans\, performers\, and merriment as Hammond Castle Museum transforms into one of New England’s most unique and immersive Renaissance celebrations. \nExperience the North Shore’s own Renaissance Faire at Hammond Castle Museum\, where the Museum’s Medieval architecture and dramatic setting create an unforgettable backdrop for a day immersed in Renaissance culture\, history\, fantasy\, music\, and adventure. \nEnjoy the excitement of The Brotherhood of the Arrow and Sword‘s high-energy armored combat demonstrations\, bringing the medieval battlefield to life. Listen in as our Curatorial Director\, John Leysath\, presents on the History of Medieval Arms & Armor. Enjoy captivating performances for wandering artists\, including a storyteller\, a harpist\, a bubble faery\, and other enchanting entertainers. Plus\, little ones will enjoy our kids’ tent offering little princes and princesses crafts for hands-on fun. \nWe’re thrilled to announce that James B. Jones and Shelley Wolfe from the Emmy Award-winning Netflix series Love on the Spectrum have agreed to return as the King and Queen of our 2026 Renaissance Faire! The couple will be on-site on Saturday\, November 7th\, and will be available for photos! \nCosplay dress-up is encouraged for all ages\, but weapons of any kind are prohibited and will not be permitted on campus. \nYour admission includes access to the interior of the Museum and free access to all scheduled entertainment. (*Vendor services are not included. ) Little ones ages 4 and under are free\, but require a reserved ticket\, and kids ages 5 – 12 are just $10! Museum Members enjoy presale access to admission tickets. \nOff-site parking is required\, and free shuttles will be running all day. Free parking will be available at Stage Fort Park (24 Hough Ave\, Gloucester\, MA 01930)\, with complimentary shuttles running continuously between the park and the Museum from 8:45 AM to 5:00 PM. \nAll ticket sales are final and non-transferable between the Faire dates. \nThis is a major fundraiser for the nearly century-old Museum\, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. All proceeds from this event support the ongoing restoration and preservation of the Museum. The Museum is not handicapped accessible due to the many stairs on the Museum grounds and within the Museum.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/renaissance-faire-at-hammond-castle-museum/2026-11-07/
LOCATION:Hammond Castle Museum\, 80 Hesperus Avenue\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Fair/Festival,Family,Historical
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hammond Castle Museum":MAILTO:info@hammondcastle.org
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SUMMARY:Renaissance Faire at Hammond Castle Museum
DESCRIPTION:Step into a world of knights\, artisans\, performers\, and merriment as Hammond Castle Museum transforms into one of New England’s most unique and immersive Renaissance celebrations. \nExperience the North Shore’s own Renaissance Faire at Hammond Castle Museum\, where the Museum’s Medieval architecture and dramatic setting create an unforgettable backdrop for a day immersed in Renaissance culture\, history\, fantasy\, music\, and adventure. \nEnjoy the excitement of The Brotherhood of the Arrow and Sword‘s high-energy armored combat demonstrations\, bringing the medieval battlefield to life. Listen in as our Curatorial Director\, John Leysath\, presents on the History of Medieval Arms & Armor. Enjoy captivating performances for wandering artists\, including a storyteller\, a harpist\, a bubble faery\, and other enchanting entertainers. Plus\, little ones will enjoy our kids’ tent offering little princes and princesses crafts for hands-on fun. \nWe’re thrilled to announce that James B. Jones and Shelley Wolfe from the Emmy Award-winning Netflix series Love on the Spectrum have agreed to return as the King and Queen of our 2026 Renaissance Faire! The couple will be on-site on Saturday\, November 7th\, and will be available for photos! \nCosplay dress-up is encouraged for all ages\, but weapons of any kind are prohibited and will not be permitted on campus. \nYour admission includes access to the interior of the Museum and free access to all scheduled entertainment. (*Vendor services are not included. ) Little ones ages 4 and under are free\, but require a reserved ticket\, and kids ages 5 – 12 are just $10! Museum Members enjoy presale access to admission tickets. \nOff-site parking is required\, and free shuttles will be running all day. Free parking will be available at Stage Fort Park (24 Hough Ave\, Gloucester\, MA 01930)\, with complimentary shuttles running continuously between the park and the Museum from 8:45 AM to 5:00 PM. \nAll ticket sales are final and non-transferable between the Faire dates. \nThis is a major fundraiser for the nearly century-old Museum\, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. All proceeds from this event support the ongoing restoration and preservation of the Museum. The Museum is not handicapped accessible due to the many stairs on the Museum grounds and within the Museum.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/renaissance-faire-at-hammond-castle-museum/2026-11-08/
LOCATION:Hammond Castle Museum\, 80 Hesperus Avenue\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Fair/Festival,Family,Historical
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