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Legal Sea Foods 7th Annual Oyster
Festival October 1 - 14
Legal Sea Foods (All Locations)
None
A celebration of oysters with a special feature
menu and shell-shocking events.
http://www.legalseafoods.com/index.cfm/page/7th-
Annual-Oyster-Festival,-September-17-October-
14/cdid/45889/pid/43564
Fall Fest October 3 – 4
Tower Hill Botanic Garden
11 French Drive Boylston, MA
Members: Free Adults: $12 Seniors: $9
6-18: $7 Under 6: Free
Orchard Tours and Samplings, Live Music, Beer Tastings, Cooking Demos, Kids' Activities and Crafts, Vendors and much more.
http://www.towerhillbg.org/i
ndex.php/visit/signature-events/fallfest/
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Mollusk Mania October 4 1pm - 3pm
Boston – Legal Harborside Floor3
270 Northern Avenue Liberty Wharf Boston, MA
General Admission: $55
VIP: $65
Bushels of oysters and harbor views. Best. Roof
Party. Ever.
http://www.legalseafoods.com/index.cfm/page/Mol
lusk-Mania/cdid/45887/pid/43
564
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Oysteria, Mamma Mia October 7
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Charlestown – Legal Oysteria
10 City Square Charlestown, MA
N/A
A wine dinner for half-shell hedonists and
novices alike.
http://www.legalseafoods.com/index.cfm/page/Oys
teria,-Mamma-Mia/cdid/45879/pid/4356
4
Formaggio Kitchen BBQ
Saturdays throughout the month
11am – 4pm
Formaggio Kitchen 244 Huron Ave Cambridge, MA
None to attend but food for sale
Each year as the weather warms up, we roll out our
massive Weber grill to finish house smoked
meats and a variety of sides to satisfy a long line of diehard fans. Check out
our 2015 BBQ menu
What? When? Where? Admission More Info
http://www.formaggiokitchen.com/cambridge/our-
kitchen/formaggio-kitchen-bb
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Andover Farmers’ Market
Saturdays throughout the month 10am –
2pm
Andover Historical Society 97 Main Street
Andover, MA None
A weekly outdoor gathering of farmers, food vendors, artisans, families, and foodies, the Andover Farmer's Market offers educational
programming and promotes healthy eating, local economies, sustainability, and community spirit by providing fresh, local produce, baked and prepared
foods, as well as hand-crafted goods. http://andoverhistorical.org/market/?page_id=3
Quizzo Trivia Nights at Shake Shack
Thursdays throughout the month 7pm – 9pm
Shake Shack Harvard Square 92 Winthrop St Cambridge, MA
Free
Quizzo, Shake Shack’s weekly action-packed trivia night. Teams will enjoy food specials, Shack swag
giveaways, and the chance at eternal glory through 6 rounds head-to-head play. The grand prize winner
score $25 in Shake Shack gift cards.
http://www.thebostoncalendar.com/events/quizzo-trivia-nights-at-shake-shack-harvard-square--33
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Triple Threat Tuesdays: Trivia, Tacos and Tequila
Tuesdays throughout the month
7:30pm – 9:30pm
Red Heat Tavern 300 Lowell Street Wilmington, MA
Free to enter, pay as you eat/drink
Enjoy a rotating selection of $3 tacos and $5 House
Margaritas while your test your wits with Geeks Who
Drink trivia quizzes
http://redheattavern.com
Privateer Rum Distillery Tour & Tasting
Thursdays and Saturdays throughout
the month 1pm & 3pm
Privateer Rum 28 Mitchell Road
Ipswich, MA $15
Tours are 90 minutes and include history, ingredient tastings, behind the scenes look at rum making process
and culminates in a rum tasting. Book on our
website at www.privateerrum.com
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Acton-Boxborough Farmers’ Market
Saturdays throughout the month
10pm – 1pm
Pearl St Acton, MA
Free
Come join us in our town farmers’ market. Buy local
produce and artisanal goods while you enjoy
music, artisan offerings, our Community Table, and friends and neighbors.
www.abfarmersmarket.org/
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Burlington Farmers’ Market
Thursdays throughout the
month 2:30pm – 6:30pm
61 Central Street Burlington, MA
Free
It’s a great community event with a terrific lineup of local farmers, specialty food vendors and artisans.
http://farmersmarketburlington.org/
Carlisle Farmers’ Market
Thursdays throughout the
month 8am – 12pm
Kimball’s Ice Cream Stand 343 Bedford
Rd Free
Join us to enjoy fresh, locally-grown fruits and vegetables, and other locally produced foods!
www.carlislefarmersmarket.org/
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Restaurant Mystery Tour
October 1 5pm – 11pm
Haverhill Golf & Country Club Haverhill, MA
TBD
Enjoy a magical night: Socialize, take a limo ride, revel in a meal, and dance the night
away and enjoy the company of your closest friends.
http://haverhillchamber.com/mysterydinner/
Lunch and Learn: Farm to Table with
Wier River Farm
October 1 12pm – 1pm
Plimoth Plantation 137 Warren Avenue
Plymouth, MA $8
Join staff from the Weir River Farm and take part in this important conversation about responsible food sourcing and local, small-
scale agribusiness.
http://www.plimoth.org/calendar
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Harpoon Octoberfest
Friday, October 2 5:30pm – 11pm
Saturday, October 3
1pm – 7pm
Harpoon Brewery 306 Northern Avenue
Boston, MA $20
Harpoon’s annual Octoberfest features a wide beer selection,
German food favorites, New England’s finest Oompah bands, and more
http://www.harpoonbrewery.com/festivals/2132/2015-harpoon-octoberfest
Annual Wellfleet Oysterfest
October 17 & 18 10am – 5pm
Wellfleet, MA One Day Ticket: $5 Two Day Ticket: $8
This two-day family festival celebrates the town's famous oysters, clams and shellfishing traditions, a weekend full of hometown flavor and big time fun!
http://www.wellfleetoysterfest.org/in
dex.php
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Saturday Seasonal Cooking Series
October 3 Kushi Institute 198 Leland Rd
Becket, MA $50
Join us for a cooking class that will satisfy & excite your taste
buds. Learn healthy new recipes to prepare you for a
delicious and refreshing summer in the Berkshires.
http://www.kushiinstitute.org/
BBQ Fest October 3 -4 10am – 5pm
Wachusett Mountain Ski Area
499 Mountain Road Princeton, MA
Prior to the Day: Adult : $9
Ages 6 – 12: $6
Door: Adult: $12
Ages 6 -12 : $9
Great BBQ, lively music, a beer tent, OysterFest, a Pig Roast
and family fun entertainment all combine in this great event!
Also enjoy numerous craft vendors, a farmers' market, Scenic SkyRide and more.
http://www.wachusett.com/
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Red Apple Butchers, Fire Cider, and More!
October 4th 6pm
Bascom Lodge 1 Summit Avenue
Adams, MA Free Admission!
Fall is cold season and the restorative qualities of Bone Broth
and Fire Cider will be discussed (with tastings). The presentation
will be followed by a prix fixe dinner with a menu designed by Red Apple Butchers and sourced
from Berkshire Organics.
http://www.bascomlodge.net/1/Calen
dar.aspx
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The Taste Dennis October 6
6pm – 9pm
SeaView Restaurant 79 Chase Avenue
Dennis, MA $30
Gather together to share in the finest of food and hospitality that Dennis has to offer along with a
silent auction & very special raffle. Proceeds benefit the “Holly Young
Lifeguard Scholarship”.
http://www.dennischamber.com/
Nantucket Cranberry Festival October 10
11am – 4pm
Milestone Cranberry Bog 220 Milestone Rd
Nantucket Free
Visit one of the last commercial cranberry bogs on Nantucket to
watch the berry harvest, enjoy fun family activities and live music!
https://www.nantucketconservation.org/activities/cranberry-festival/
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Cranberry Harvest Celebration
October 10 & 11 10am – 4pm
A.D. Makepeace Company 158 Tihonet Road
Wareham, MA
General: $10 Seniors/Military: $5
Children under 7: Free
Enjoy bogside harvesting demonstrations, a huge spread of food and crafts from local vendors, and activities for
the whole family.
http://admakepeace.com/
Fall Fest 2015 October 10 – 12
9am- 5pm
Tower Hill Botanic Garden
11 French Drive Boylston, MA
Members: Free Adults: $12 Seniors: $9
6-18: $7 Under 6: Free
Orchard Tours and Samplings, Live Music, Beer Tastings, Cooking Demos, Kids' Activities and Crafts, Vendors and
much more!
http://www.towerhillbg.org/index.php/visit/signature-events/fallfest/
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Oktoberfest and HONK Festival
October 11 Harvard Square Cambridge, MA
Free
Bring the whole family to Harvard Square for a day of music, food, and fun! The event features multiple beer gardens, roaming street musicians, and dozens of food
and craft vendors.
http://www.harvardsquare.com/harvard-square-business-association-2015-calendar-events
Martha’s Vineyard Food and Wine
Festival October 15 - 18
Edgartown Martha’s Vineyard
$60
Indulge in a long weekend of culinary education and gourmet dining on Martha’s Vineyard at
the 7th annual Food and Wine Festival.
http://mvfoodandwine.com/
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Fall Harvest Dinner October 16
6pm – 8:30pm
Bartlett’s Farm 33 Bartlett Farm Rd
Nantucket $85
A delicious, freshly harvested, family style dinner will be served on a long, elegant tables
surrounded by the beauty of our garden center.
http://www.bartlettsfarm.com/events/october-fall-harvest-dinner/
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The Harvard Square Tasting Tour
October 17 3pm – 5pm
Tour Begins at Out of Town News, located in
Harvard Square Cambridge, MA
Must be 21 or older $43 a person
Learn all about the square with Grafton Group! Along the way you’ll stop at
foodie gems such as Cardullo’s, Salt + Olive and Follow the Honey; gourmet specialty shops frequented by locals.
http://www.harvardsquaretastingtour.co
m/#tab1
Middleborough Tourism’s
Octoberfest
October 17 2pm – 8pm
the KOA 438 Plymouth Street at Route 44
Middleborough $1 per car
A family-friendly celebration of community and autumn, we have food,
music, vendors, a beer garden and more, come and join us!
http://www.discovermiddleborough.com
/
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Wachusett Mountain Applefest
October 17 & 18 10am – 5pm
Wachusett Mountain Ski Area
499 Mountain Rd Princeton, MA
Adult: $12 Child: $7
Enjoy a day of fall fun at Wachusett Mountain, complete with pie eating contests, a barbeque, and a 5K run.
http://wachusett.com
Rockport Harvestfest October 18
10am – 6pm
T-Warf Downtown Rockport,
MA Free
Celebrate the best of the fall season in a quintessential New England setting!
Feast on local seafood, pastries, chowder, and more as you enjoy local
music.
http://www.rockportartfestivals.com/harvestfest/schedule-of-events
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Wine Riot Boston
Friday, October 23 7pm – 11pm
Saturday, October 24
1pm – 5pm 7pm – 11pm
Park Plaza Castle 130 Columbus Avenue
Boston, MA
$55 until September 13, regularly $60
Wine Riot offers attendees unlimited tastings of 250 wines from around the globe, opportunities to
expand their vino vocabulary
https://secondglass.com/e
vent-categories/wineriot/boston
-2015/
Essex Clamfest October 24
11am – 4pm
Memorial Park 24 Martin Street
Essex, MA TBA
The Essex Clamfest offers a day of fun for the whole
family, with arts and crafts, a variety of vendors, and
rides and games.
http://www.visitessexma.com/events/index.html
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Boston Vegetarian Food Festival
Saturday, October 24 11am – 6pm
Sunday, October 25
10am – 4pm
Reggie Lewis Athletic Center
1350 Tremont Street Boston, MA
Free
The Boston Vegetarian Food Festival offers anyone
interested in plant-based foods a unique opportunity
to sample new products, view cooking
demonstrations and more
http://www.bostonveg.org/foodfest/
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The Dumb Supper: Dinner with the Dead
October 25 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Hawthorne Hotel 18 Washington Square
Salem, MA $95
Join the witches and warlocks of Salem for an evening of
witchcraft as you dine with the souls of departed loved ones in
complete silence.
http://www.festivalofthedead.com/dumbsupper.html
Dinner in a Country Village October 31 5pm – 9pm
1 Sturbridge Village Road Sturbridge, MA
$95
Enjoy a unique opportunity to
prepare and eat a meal as early New Englanders did. Join us!
https://www.osv.org/event/dinner-in-a-country-village/dinner-
in-a-country-village-29
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Lowell Farmers’ Market – Pet Lovers Day
October 2 12pm – 5pm
50 Arcand Drive Lowell, MA
Free
Market offering fresh, locally grown produce from area farmers, as well as meats, fish, honey, baked
goods, prepared meals, hand-crafts and more. While you shop enjoy live entertainment, cooking
demonstrations, and activities for the whole family!
http://www.commteam.org/wp/content/uploads/2015/04/Farmers-market-2015-Calendar-Flier.pdf
Lowell Farmers Market –
Mambo Italiano
October 9 12pm – 5pm
50 Arcand Drive Lowell, MA
MA
Market offering fresh, locally grown produce from area farmers, as well as meats, fish, honey, baked
goods, prepared meals, hand-crafts and more. While you shop enjoy live entertainment, cooking
demonstrations, and activities for the whole family!
http://www.commteam.org/wp/content/uploads/2015/04/Farmers-market-2015-Calendar-Flier.pdf
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Lowell Farmers’ Market –
Chocolate Fair
October 23 12pm – 5pm
50 Arcand Drive Lowell, MA
Free
Market offering fresh, locally grown produce from area farmers, as well as meats, fish, honey, baked
goods, prepared meals, hand-crafts and more. While you shop enjoy live entertainment, cooking
demonstrations, and activities for the whole family!
http://www.commteam.org/wp/content/uploads/2015/04/Farmers-market-2015-Calendar-Flier.pdf
Lowell Farmers’ Market –
Pumpkin Fest
October 30 12pm – 5pm
50 Arcand Drive Lowell, MA
Free
Market offering fresh, locally grown produce from area farmers, as well as meats, fish, honey, baked
goods, prepared meals, hand-crafts and more. While you shop enjoy live entertainment, cooking
demonstrations, and activities for the whole family!
http://www.commteam.org/wp/content/uploads/2015/04/Farmers-market-2015-Calendar-Flier.pdf
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North Shore Food Truck Festival
October 17 11am – 5pm
Stoneham Square Main Street
Stoneham, MA
General Admission: $5
Children under 12: Free
Bring a blanket and lawn chair along with your beloved pets to enjoy good food and free live music and
activities. Enjoy 20 of the area’s finest food trucks and Sam Adams Craft Beer.
http://www.foodtruckfestivalsofamerica.com/#!north-
shore-ftf/conl
Sargent Choice Test Kitchen
Program
October 5 7pm – 9pm
Boston University Hillel
213 Bay State Rd Boston, MA
Free
Join Professor Karen Jacobs and the BU Hillel community for an engaging and healthy cooking class
as part of Boston University's Sargent Choice Test Kitchen program.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sargent-choice-test-
kitchen-east-falafel-and-tahinni-tickets-17328057687?aff=es2
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Breakfast Basics October 19
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Sofra Bakery & Café 1 Belmont Street Cambridge, MA
$95.94
Sofra’s Pastry Chef de Cuisine, Emily Weber will show you some of our secrets
and inspire you to add a new fall repertoire of amazing breakfasts, at
home.
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/breakfast-basics-tickets-17548705651?aff=es2
Masa Tequila Tours October 4
7:30pm – 9:30pm
Masa 439 Tremont Street
Boston, MA $25
Come with your friends and sample 3 different tequilas paired with some of
our famous tapas! We will teach you all about tequila and give you tasting notes
on each one you try.
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/masa-tequila-tours-tickets-
17591087416?aff=es2
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Wicked Wine Fest October 17
12pm – 10pm
Cyclorama 539 Tremont Street
Boston, MA
Matinee Tasting 12pm – 2pm $20.47
Afternoon Tasting
3:30pm – 6pm $30.72
Night Tasting Party 7pm – 10pm $30.72
Hundreds of Boston’s young professionals will gather to sample and discover wicked good wines for drinking now at wicked good values.
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/wicked-
wine-fest-tickets-17697009231?aff=es2
Dig In: A Field-to-Table Festival
October 17 – 18
1 Old Sturbridge Village Road
Sturbridge, MA Free Admission
Come help us celebrate the harvest and the beautiful New England
autumn at the peak of autumn color. Learn how food makes its way from the farm to the dining room table.
https://www.osv.org/event/from-field-to-
table-weekend-2015
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Fall Craft Beer Fest October 18
12pm – 7pm
Cyclorama 539 Tremont Street
Boston, MA
Afternoon Tasting 12pm – 3pm $30.72
Evening Tasting
4pm – 7pm $20.47
Hundreds of Boston’s young professionals will gather to sample
Brews from some of the best vendors.
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/fall-craft-beer-fest-tickets-17697468605?aff=es2
Fundamentals of Espresso Workshop
October 1 9am – 11am
Speedwell Coffee Co. 180 South Meadow Rd
Plymouth, MA $84.34
A complete and comprehensive training program to teach the fundamentals of proper
espresso extraction, and drink preparation.
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/fundamentals-of-espresso-workshop-tickets-
16047963892?aff=es2
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Craft Beer 101: OktoBEERfest!
October 1 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Boston Wine School 1354 Commonwealth Ave
Allston, MA $55
A discussion of beer in depth and the techniques in making of the beer with a focus on Oktoberfest. A tasting and discussion will give students the knowledge and confidence
to explore further.
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/craft-beer-101-oktobeerfest-registration-
15782594164?aff=es2
Dumplings with Oregon and Washington Wines
October 2 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Boston Wine School 1354 Commonwealth
Ave Allston, MA $65
This 2 hour class will introduce the fundamentals of wine tasting and pairing
wine with food.
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/dumplings-with-oregon-and-washington-wines-registration-17673629301?aff=es2
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Waltham Farmers’ Market
Every Saturday throughout October
9:30am – 2pm
School Street and Lexington Street
Waltham, MA Free
Nearly three dozen vendors will sell their goods a the market. Including fresh fruits and vegetables along with various crafts
and baked goods.
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/waltham-farmers-market-tickets-17203732828?aff=es2
Boston Harbor Islands Regatta After Party
2015
October 3 3pm – 6pm
Spectacle Island Boston, MA
$42.99
The party will have a delicious BBQ lunch, music, cocktails, beer, and a
silent auction.
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/boston-harbor-islands-regatta-after-party-2015-tickets-17610307905?aff=es2
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Turkish Street Food October 5
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Sofra Bakery & Café 1 Belmont Street Cambridge, MA
$117.04
The class will leave you with spice filled memories and inspiration to make your own amazing Turkish
dishes at home!
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/turkish-street-food-tickets-17548540156
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Meze Makes Every Meal A Party
October 26 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Sofra Bakery & Café 1 Belmont Street Cambridge, MA
$117.04
Join Chef de Cuisine, Didem Hosgel as she demonstrates how to make meze for your next party or family dinner.
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/meze-
makes-every-meal-a-party-tickets-17548728720?aff=es2
Harvest Dinner with the Pilgrims
October 11 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Plimoth Plantation 137 Warren Ave Plymouth, MA
Adult: $72.39 Adult Member:
$51.39
Child under 12: $51.39
Child Member under 12: $37.74
Join us in the year 1627 for an evening of entertainment and hospitality with
the residents of the 17th Century English Village.
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/harvest-
dinner-with-the-pilgrims-tickets-16804497705?aff=es2
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Taking the Bite out of Whiskey (Class &
Dinner)
October 3 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Boston Wine School 1354 Commonwealth Ave
Allston, MA $115
A tasting class of whiskey served with an assortment with cheeses,
accompanied with a BBQ dinner.
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/taking-the-bite-out-of-whiskey-class-dinner-
registration-17512723026?aff=es2
Seeing Red: Red Wine and Red Meat
October 9 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Boston Wine School 1354 Commonwealth Ave
Allston, MA $55
Learn some of the basics of food and wine pairing.
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/seeing-
red-red-wine-and-red-meat-registration-14463385375?aff=es2
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Spirits 101: The Spectrum of Spirits
October 15 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Boston Wine School 1354 Commonwealth Ave
Boston, MA $55
Appetizers and an assortment of cheeses will be served during class to introduce some of the fundamentals
of pairing spirits and food.
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/spirits-101-the-spectrum-of-spirits-
registration-16521630642?aff=es2
Wine and Chocolate October 16
6:30pm – 8:30pm
Boston Wine School 1354 Commonwealth Ave
Boston, MA $55
Learn what wine and chocolate have in common and how they develop
their unique styles.
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/wine-and-chocolate-making-the-perfect-
match-registration-17636648691?aff=es2
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Lowell Oktoberfest
Saturday, October 17 5pm
Sunday, October 18
6pm
City Hall Historic District 50 Arcand Drive
Lowell, MA
Price varies with ticket package
An authentic German Oktoberfest with great food, beer and
entertainment. A fun event for the entire family!
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/lowell-
oktoberfest-tickets-17730985856?aff=es2
A Night in Tuscany (Class & Dinner)
October 17 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Boston Wine School 1354 Commonwealth Ave
Allston, MA $155
Appetizers and an assortment of cheeses will be served during class to introduce some of the fundamentals
of pairing wine and food.
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-night-in-tuscany-class-dinner-
registration-17596733303?aff=es2
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Best New Wines You’ve Never Heard Of
October 21 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Boston Wine School 1354 Commonweath Ave
Allston, MA $55
Appetizers and an assortment of cheeses will be served during class to
introduce some of the fundamentals of pairing wine and food.
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/best-new-wines-youve-never-heard-of-registration-17673410647?aff=es2
Burgers and Bordeaux October 30
6:30pm – 8:30pm
Boston Wine School 1354 Commonwealth Ave
Allston, MA $65
This 2 hour class will explore a variety wines from Bordeaux and wines
inspired by Bordeaux. Burgers will be served during class to introduce some of the fundamentals of pairing wine
and food. http://www.eventbrite.com/e/burgers-
and-bordeaux-registration-17636903453?aff=es2
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Cape Cod Cranberry Day
October 3 10am – 4pm
Green Briar Nature Center and Jam
Kitchen 6 Discovery Hill Rd East Sandwhich,
MA
Free Food available for purchase
Enjoy a homemade cranberry dessert, clam chowder or chili served in the historic jam kitchen from 11am to 2pm and view traditional cranberry jam recipes
being prepared.
http://www.thorntonburgess.org/CranberryDay.html
New Bedford Seaport Chowder
Festival
October 18 12pm – 5pm
City Pier 3 New Bedford, MA
$15 in advance $18 day of
Children: $5 5 and younger:
Free
Sample and taste the offerings from 25 area food vendor. Craft activites for children, lobster races, and
so much more!
http://www.downtownnb.org/chowderfest.html
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Taste of the Region
October 27 6pm – 9pm
Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical
High School 147 Pond Street
Franklin, MA
Free
Annual tradition of sampling great foods throughout the region.
http://www.unitedregionalchamber.org/events/
Wayland Farmers’ Market
October 7 12pm – 5pm
Russel’s Garden Center 397 Boston Post Rd
Wayland, MA Free
Featuring Massachusetts-grown vegetables, fruit, bread, baked goods, eggs, locally made
pasta and cheese and more!
http://www.russellsgardencenter.com/html/farmersMarket.html
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Franklin Farmers’ Market
Fridays throughout the
month 12pm – 6pm
Pleasant St & Main St Franklin, MA
Free
Fresh local produce as well as crafts available to buy.
http://www.farmfresh.org/food/farmer
smarkets_details.php?market=81
Douglas Octoberfest October 3 Main Street Douglas, MA
Free
Busy vendors line both sides of Main Street offering crafts, food, games, and unique displays that keep the crowds
occupied until dusk.
http://douglasoctoberfest.com/
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Global Harvest Festival
October 3 & 4 10am – 4pm
Heifer International 216 Wachusett St
Rutland, MA $10 per vehicle
Taste food from other countries, and enjoy a real farm experience by meeting the farm
animals, churning butter, roasting coffee, and even digging potatoes!
http://www.heifer.org/what-you-can-do/experience-heifer/heifer-farm/events.html
40th Annual Horseshed Fair
October 3 10am - 4pm
First Church of Christ Unitarian
752 Main St Lancaster, MA
Free
A festive, crowd-gathering arts and crafts fair featuring all hand-manufactured items,
alongside a roster of foods. One huge attraction is more than 100 apple, blueberry, cherry and
pumpkin pies.
http://www.firstchurchlancasterma.org/events-news/horseshed-fair
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Applefest October 17 & 18
10am – 5pm
Wachusett Mountain Ski Area 499 Mountain Rd
Princeton, MA
Prices vary depending on
package purchase
Don’t miss the Great New England Apple Pie Contest and Blueberry Eating contest. Get your
Oktoberfest Celebration in with authentic German cuisine, a multitude of tasty beers in
the Beer Garden and LIVE music.
http://wachusett.com/EventsActivities/CalendarofEvents/AppleFest/tabid/362/Default.aspx
Ashland Farmers’ Market
October 3 & 10 9am – 1pm
125 Front Street Ashland, MA
Free
Shop for gourmet ice cream, artisan breads, homemade sauces, and fresh produce.
http://www.ashlandfarmersmarket.org/
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Wellesley Farmers’ Market
October 3, 10 & 17 309 Washington St
Wellesley, MA Free
Find a variety of just picked fruits and vegetables, award winning fine food
purveyors, and special events to delight shoppers of all ages at the Wellesley
Farmers' Market.
http://www.wellesleyfarmersmarket.com/
Amherst Farmers’ Market
Every Saturday throughout the month
8am – 2pm
Amherst Center Amherst, MA
Free
It is widely known as one of the best places for local food, fun, and community.
http://www.amherstfarmersmarket.com/
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Belchertown Farmers’ Market
October 4 10am – 2pm
Belchertown Common
Belchertown, MA Free
A variety of fresh produce and crafts for sale.
http://belchertownfarmersmarket.weebly.com/
Northampton Farmers’ Market
Saturdays throughout the
month 7am – 1pm
8 Gothic St Northampton, MA
Free A variety of fresh produce and crafts for sale
http://www.northamptonfarmersmarket.com/
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Easthampton Farmers’ Market
October 3, 10, 17 & 24 9am – 1pm
50 Payson Avenue Easthampton, MA
Free
Featuring many of the areas fresh produce and goods available for sale.
https://www.facebook.com/EasthamptonF
armersMarket
South Hadley Farmers’ Market
Thursdays throughout the month
1pm – 6pm
College Street and Hadley Street
South Hadley, MA Free
Providing many different types of products for sale and fresh produce. Accompanied
with community and fun!
http://southhadleyfarmersmarket.com/
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Ware Farmers’ Market October 3 & 10
9am – 1pm
CVS Lawn 104 West Street
Ware, MA Free
Featuring many of the areas fresh produce and goods available for sale.
http://www.farmfresh.org/food/farmersm
arkets_details.php?market=155
Assembly Row Farmers’ Market
Sundays throughout the month
10:30am – 2:30pm
Assembly Row Somerville, MA
Free
Presenting the very best variety of products from New England farms and specialty
vendors including vegetables, fruit, meat, cheese, fish, baked goods and much more.
http://www.assembly.market/
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Greenway Farmers’ Market
Wednesdays 11am – 6pm Sundays 10am – 4pm
throughout the month
Rose Kennedy Greenway 136 Blackstone St Boston, MA
Free
Bringing fresh local food to residents, workers and visitors.
http://www.localharvest.org/boston-
public-market-at-the-greenway-M2323
Topsfield Fair October 2 - 12 Topsfield Fairgrounds
207 Boston St Topsfield, MA
Price varies depending on ticket package
Traditional agriculture, big entertainment, rides, games, shopping, and great food...
something for everyone, not too far from home! All types of food
available from Italian to Chinese!
http://topsfieldfair.org/index.php
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Foxboro Fall New England Home
Show
Friday, October 2 12pm -9pm
Saturday October 3
10am – 9pm
Sunday October 4 10am – 6pm
The Dana Farber Field House at Patriot Place Foxboro, MA
General Admission: $8 Children 17 and under:
Free
Bring the kids and enjoy live cooking demonstrations, furniture building zone and a
craft and specialty food area
http://www.newenglandhomeshows.com/fall-foxboro
Harvest New England Day at the
Big E October 2
Eastern States Exposition
Springfield, MA
One day tickets available for $12
Child one day available for $8
Featuring food and agricultural buisnesses made or grown in Massachusetts.
http://www.thebige.com/
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SoWa Fall Open Market
Every Sunday throughout the month
10am – 4pm
460 Harrison Avenue Boston, MA
Free
Every week, 15 to 20 food trucks serve up a variety of mobile cuisines, ranging from grilled
cheese sandwiches to brick oven pizza to organic, healthy eats.
http://newenglandopenmarkets.com/southen
Festival of the Hills October 4 & 5 Conway Grammar School
Route 116 Conway, MA
Free
Annual fall festival in Conway, which include a pancake breakfast, bake sale, and community
turkey dinner.
http://www.festivalofthehills.com/
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Riverside Blues & BBQ Festival
October 10 & 11 Beacon Field
Greenfield, MA
Festival Admission $5 Children under 10
free
The multi-day festival features a grilling contest as well as Beer, Blues music, vendors, and exciting competitions.
http://www.riversidebluesandbbq.com/
Apple Country Fair October 10
10am – 4pm
Brookfield Town Common
Brookfield, MA Free
Featuring live music, children’s games, baked goods, and a apple pie contest.
http://applecountryfair.com/about.html
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Ashfield Fall Festival October 10 & 11
10am – 5pm Main Street Ashfield, MA
Free
Offering crafts, art, locally-grown and prepared foods, live entertainment and activites. Also
hosting a giant pumpkin and tallest sunflower contest.
http://www.ashfieldfallfestival.org/
Berkshire Harvest Festival
October 10 & 11 All Day
Massachusetts 183 & Massachusetts 102
Stockbridge, MA
Adults: $5 Children
under 12: Free
The Festival is a family-friendly celebration of community, showcasing local crafters & artists,
non-stop entertainment, artisan food producers and food trucks.
http://www.berkshirebotanical.org/event/626-
2/
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Yarmouth Seaside Festival
October 10, 11 & 12
Joshua Sears Memorial Field 1175 Wood Rd
South Yarmouth, MA Free
A gala event offering a craft, food vendors, parade, live entertainment, and family fun.
http://www.yarmouthseasidefestival.com/
Newburyport Fall Harvest Festival
2015
October 11 & 12 10am – 5pm
Downtown Newburyport Newburyport, MA
Free
Enjoy great food, live music, and family fun while celebrating autumn's arrival. Explore downtown
shops as well as craft vendor booths from artisans all over New England!
http://business.newburyportchamber.org/events/de
tails/fall-harvest-festival-2015-14634
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Seafood and Chowda Tour
Fridays throughout the month @ 1pm
Seaport District Boston, MA
$60
Learn about the history and culture of the Seaport/Fort Point Channel neighborhood while tasting delicious seafood representative of the
area.
https://www.zerve.com/YummyWalks/Chowder
Pizza & Historic Tavern Tour
Mondays – Fridays throughout the
month @ 5:30pm
North End Boston, MA
$49
Enjoy three of the best slices in the city as you visit two of Boston’s most historic taverns.
https://www.zerve.com/BostonPizza/Tavern
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Drink Craft Beer’s Beer & Cider Fest
Friday October 16 6pm – 9:30pm
Saturday October 17
1 – 4:30pm 6pm -9:30pm
Space 57 200 Stuart St Boston, MA
$53.74
We will have 25 New England breweries and cideries in attendance bringing 90+ craft beers and ciders.
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/drink-
craft-beers-beer-cider-fest-tickets-17764746836?aff=es2
WZLX 100.7FM Craft Beer Experience
Friday October 9 6pm – 9pm
Saturday October 10 2pm – 5pm 6pm – 9pm
Cyclorama 539 Tremont St
Boston, MA $49.65
40 breweries and cideries will sample 120 different beers and
ciders. WZLX's Chuck Nowlin and Kenny Young will be broadcasting
live! 21+ event
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/wzlx-craft-beer-experience-presented-by-craft-beer-cellar-friday-
october-9th-saturday-october-10th-tickets-
17809446534?aff=es2
What? When? Where? Admission More Info Last Updated: 9/24/15