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March 2026

March in Massachusetts

 

"Our life is March weather, savage and serene in one hour." 

— Ralph Waldo Emerson 

By mid-March, the anticipation of spring in Massachusetts is almost palpable! It’s when we joyfully search for any early signs of spring: the sweet air at sugarhouses producing maple syrup, the colorful St. Patrick’s Day parade formations, the chatter of Red Sox Opening Day, and sunshine that lasts a bit longer at the end of each day. Get ready to march into this magical month, and enjoy the awakening of spring, all made possible by Massachusetts!


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Featured Region: Mohawk Trail Region

March is here and the fun keeps happening at Berkshire East Resort in Charlemont. The 4th Annual Lucky Day Scavenger Hunt is Sunday, March 15. This could be your Lucky Day! The team of leprechauns will be hiding 17 lucky shamrocks on our green circle trails for you to find. Each one has a unique prize code and all of them are winners! The Cardboard Classic on Sunday, March 22 is a fun event for families and friends of all ages, and is free and open to the public. Creativity counts! Sleds must be made of cardboard and tape only. Paint is allowed (and encouraged!). And at the Berkshire Highlands Pentathlon on Saturday, March 28, come join in on the best outdoor activities the Deerfield River Valley has to offer, all on the same day.


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MetroWest

Get creative this spring in MetroWest with a Beer Mug Painting class at Rushford & Sons 3/4, a Cannoli Baking Class at Duck Soup on 3/15, or an Easter Vibes Soap-Making Workshop at CraftRoots Brewing on 3/29. Enjoy Dueling Pianos at the VERVE on 3/5 or music of Mendelssohn and more with the MetroWest Symphony Orchestra Concert on 3/22. Hear a fascinating lecture on Sudbury’s Patriots of Color and the American Revolution at Wayside Inn 3/12..



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Nantucket

As Nantucket’s March arrives, more sun, less cold, hearty plants and flowers awaken. Children and adults enjoy Ravenous Reptiles; Cinema for the Very Young (3/3 & 3/10); Open Arts Night (3/3 & 3/10); Farm Talks (3/7); Winter Wellness Walks (3/8); Art After Hours (3/20); Winter Wellness Walk TupancyLinks (3/21); Salty Dog Showcase (3/25); Osprey Watch Training (3/12); Calendar Girls (3/26-29); Nantucket Hotel Burger Nights 5 to 8:30 pm. Enjoy early spring beach, trail, cycling excursions, then lunch or dinner before retiring hotel, inn or B&B.


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North of Boston

Sweeten your March with Maple Sugar Saturdays at Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary in Topsfield on March 7, 14, and 21. This beloved seasonal tradition invites families to discover how maple taps are collected and transformed into syrup while enjoying guided walks, wildlife exploration, and hands-on learning. Don’t miss film festivals this March! The Cabot in Beverly will host Amplifying Voices Film Festival March 12-13 and Salem Film Fest is happening March 26–29.


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Plymouth County

The themed exhibit featuring abstract art “Imagine That!” is on display March 4-April 19 at Plymouth Center for the Arts, located steps from Plymouth Rock and Plymouth’s waterfront on historic North Street. The beautifully restored 1902 Russell Library gallery and the 18th century Lindens building possess uncommonly elegant gallery spaces and diverse work created by regional artists. Artists for this exhibit were encouraged to experiment and push artistic boundaries by exploring alternative or even accidental elements of an image.


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Southeastern MA


Ditch the snow shovel and visit Southeastern Mass —the record-breaking blizzard is history! As the South Coast trades snowbanks for spring, Bristol County comes into bloom. From museums, historical sites to arts , culture, food tasting events, marathons, and outdoor activities, March offers something for everyone in Acushnet, Attleboro, Berkley, Dartmouth, Dighton, Easton, Fairhaven, Fall River, Freetown, Mansfield, New Bedford, North Attleboro, Norton, Raynham, Rehoboth, Seekonk, Somerset, Swansea, Taunton, and Westport.


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Photo: Woodlife Ranch and Woodlife Farm Market

The Berkshires

When cool nights meet warm, sunny days, it's officially maple season in the Berkshires! Prepare for a maple-syrup-soaked assault on your taste buds with maple flavored butter, BBQ sauces, candy, and more. At Ioka Valley Farm enjoy a sumptuous pancake breakfast, tour of the sugar house, and stock up on homemade maple treasures. Get hot stacks with syrup at Maple Corner Farm, explore the sugaring scene, and take home some delicious maple cream. Be sure to visit Woodlife Farm Market to try their unique bourbon barrel-aged maple syrup made at their Williamstown site, and a sophisticated maple latte. This epic, tasty spectacle only happens during the Berkshire springtime — plan your visit now!


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Revolutionary Valley

The Boston Fleet are making waves on and off the ice! This Professional Women’s Hockey League team from Lowell features world-class talent and hometown pride. At the 2026 Olympics in Milano-Cortina, Fleet stars brought home three gold medals and one bronze medal, showcasing elite skill and inspiring fans everywhere. Celebrate their success and learn more about the Fleet here.


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Central Massachusetts

Central Massachusetts is reaching for the stars with a slate of Dr. Robert Goddard centennial events honoring the father of modern rocketry, from commemorations at the Auburn launch site to exhibits and performances across Worcester. Flora in Winter at Worcester Art Museum offers a vibrant escape with blooming displays, while Maple Days at Old Sturbridge Village spotlights sugaring traditions. Families can explore The Secret World of Elephants exhibit and celebrate Easter with hands-on pysanky workshops.



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Franklin County

Spring in Franklin County begins with the first pour of maple syrup. Make your way to Williams Farm Sugarhouse in Deerfield and taste a five-generation tradition that’s been making our corner of Massachusetts sweeter for decades. From towering stacks of pancakes to golden waffles and farmhouse breakfast favorites, every plate comes topped with pure, locally made maple syrup straight from the source. Open Fridays 8 am to 1 pm and Saturdays and Sundays 7:30 am to 2 pm through early April, this beloved sugarhouse is the perfect excuse for a scenic drive, a family outing, or a weekend brunch worth lingering over.


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Greater Boston

Boston’s newest pro team, Legacy FC, kicks off its first-ever season-- and marks a major milestone as the city’s first National Women’s Soccer League club! The inaugural home match takes place March 14 at Gillette Stadium against Gotham FC, followed by a March 28 showdown with the Utah Royals. The matches will bring electric energy, passionate fans, and a historic start as Boston welcomes top-tier women’s soccer to the region this spring.



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Cape Cod

Don your green for St. Patrick's Day fun on Cape Cod, including the annual Cape Cod St. Patrick's Day Parade on Saturday, March 7! The parade, which kicks off at 11 am on Route 28 in Yarmouth, features dozens of marching bands, bagpipe units, floats, Irish Step Dancers, antique cars and family friendly entertainment. Also in March: In celebration of Women’s History Month, we’re calling out a group of fearless and fiery females from Cape Cod’s past and present, to honor these women’s vital contributions to American history and society. Read the blog series here.


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Western Mass

If you're planning a St. Patrick’s Day getaway to Western Mass, you've come to the right place. Here are a few ways you can get your weekend full of green: Irish-inspired dining at The Delaney House, Holyoke St. Patrick's Road Race & Parade, a visit to the Irish Cultural Center of Western NE then unwind at the D.Hotel Suites & Spa. Sláinte to good food, culture, and a weekend full of green!


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Photo: The Drake by Lynne Graves.

Hampshire County

March to the music in Hampshire County! Explore the Back Porch Festival, a 3-day affair featuring 60 bands in 12 venues across downtown Northampton. Or enjoy a night of jazz at The Drake, when the Northampton Jazz Festival hosts the Peter Bernstein Quartet. In Amherst, The Carle After Dark series brings live music, magical potions, and wand-making to The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art, while Easthampton’s CitySpace hosts a bluegrass jam and song swap at Old Town Hall. Hear it all in Hampshire County!



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North Central Mass

Experience Maple season at Hollis Hills Farm in March with sugar shack tours, weekend breakfasts and live music! Enjoy the Maple Barn Breakfast at Hardwick Vineyard & Winery. Explore new exhibits at Fitchburg Art Museum and Creative Connection. Attend live performances at Groton Hill Music or The Bull Run. Celebrate St. Patrick's Day at Moon Hill Brewing and Gardner Ale House. Warm up at Great Wolf Lodge New England and stay the night!



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Martha's Vineyard

Martha’s Vineyard’s March flowers, plants, wildlife welcome spring. Island Flavors Unleashed’s local chefs’ live tastings take center stage. Attend Islanders Write workshops (3/14), path to publication talks (3/15); Meat Ball (3/21); MVYRADIO Night Out for Nonprofits at the PA Club (3/21); Martha’s Vineyard Film Festival (3/25-29). Enjoy greening landscapes, birds’ arrivals, and pre-season serenity along paths, beaches, hiking and cycling trails. For pure natural pleasure, visit Mytoi, Cape Poge, Menemsha Hills, Cedar Tree Neck, Great Rock Bight and watch spring unfurl!


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Regional Tourism Councils

The Berkshires Cape Cod Central Massachusetts  Franklin County 

Greater Boston Revolutionary Valley Hampshire County North Central Mass 

Martha's Vineyard MetroWest Mohawk Trail Nantucket Island North of Boston 

Plymouth County Southeastern Mass Western Mass


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