Weekender August 21, 22, & 23 2026



Buzzing Metro South Events This Weekend

Bridgewater - South Shore Books & Brews - Sat., Aug. 22; 11:30a-12:30p; Black Hat Brew Works (25 Scotland Blvd.). Bring some snacks and your current read, and kick back with a brew or two. See you there!

Brockton - Back to School Celebration & Backpack Giveaway! Sun., Aug. 23; 3-5p; The Rock Church (74 Plain St.). The countdown is on! This Sunday, we’re excited to bless families in our community with our Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway! Get ready for a great schoolyear, must be a Brockton resident.

Easton - Explore Nature: Beginner Birding, Sun Aug 23, 11 am- 12:00pm. Borderland State Park

259 Massapoag Ave. What birds can you hear as you explore the trails? Did you see a flash of red or yellow amongst the leaves? Learn

about the birds who live here on this forest stroll. For ages 7+ and adults. Bring water and binoculars if you have them. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Halifax - Gold Rush Fundraising Event - Sat., Aug. 22; 11a-1p; 33 Redwood Dr. Check out the Gold Rush at Henrich Hall! Open Season Co. will be there buying all your unwanted gold, silver, coins, and watches. Enjoy coffee and a snack while you're there!

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Halifax- Halifax Classic Car Nights - Every Friday thru Oct. 23; 4p- Dusk; 295 Plymouth St. Free to enter, these events offer feel- good fun including 50/50 raffles and a variety of food. All proceeds go to supporting their respective committees. 

Hingham - Hingham Shipyard Free Summer Movies! Every Wed. & Sat. thru Sept. 5; 11a; This Saturday's movie is "DogMan." Gather the family and beat the heat with our Free Summer Movie Series at Patriot Cinemas at Hingham Shipyard! Tag your movie buddies, plan your mornings, and we'll see you at the box office!

Hingham & Cohasset -  Creatures of the Night Hike in Whitney and Thayer Woods, Sat Aug 22, 2026, 6:45-8:45pm Join Trustees of Reservations for a magical Creatures of the Night Hike as we explore the fascinating world of nocturnal wildlife! We’ll discover how mammals, owls, frogs, and more survive so well at nighttime. Wander the trails, talk about the unique adaptations that allow these creatures to thrive in the dark and learn how to tune into nightly activity with our own senses. Whether it’s the chirp of an insect, the scurry of unseen feet, or the rustle of wind in the trees, the magic of nighttime creates the perfect backdrop for experiencing nature in a whole new way.

Kingston - Bradford House Breakfast - Sun., Aug. 23; 9-11:30a; The Bradford House (50 Landing Rd.). Join us at The Bradford House where there will be several local artisans/small businesses as well as a yummy breakfast for just $15 per person! Find one-of-a-kind and handmade items and enjoy breakfast with company!

Marshfield - Marshfield Fair - Opens Fri., Aug. 21 thru Aug. 30; 140 Main St. The Marshfield Agricultural and Horticultural Society, sponsors of the Marshfield Fair, is dedicated to making this the premier event of Southeastern Massachusetts. We hope everyone who attends the fair will be entertained and educated and all attendees leave with a greater appreciation of the importance of agriculture and horticulture in our present-day society.

Norton - Visit Winslow Farm Animal Sanctuary - Fridays & Saturdays from noon to 3p; 37 Eddy St. Over 200 animals. Each has their own unique story of how they came to the farm. Some have come from abusive situations, and some have been found while lost, while others needed a permanent home or have been rescued. Please stop by and visit our animals, drop off vegetables, bird seed or cat food donations or make a charitable, tax-deductible contribution to help sustain Winslow Farm.

Quincy - Farmers Market - Every Sun. thru Oct. 25; 12noon-4p; St. Chrysostom's Church (531 Hancock St.). There is absolutely no better place to kick off a whole month of summer celebrations than at the Quincy Farmers Market! Indulge in an incredible lineup of local bakery vendors & sweet treats; Energize your day and discover seasonal favorites from local farms, and so much more!

Rockland - Bubblelina & Kona Shaved Ice - Fri., Aug. 21; 2-3p; Rockland Memorial Library (20 Belmont St.) Celebrate all the reading you did this summer. Join Bubblelina from Bubble McGee & Co. for a whimsical show that delights and inspires.

Taunton - Church Green Farmers Market - Sunday's thru Nov. 1; 9a-1p; First parish Church lawn (76 Church Green). Free on-street parking or in the municipal lot behind City Hall. Stock up on fresh goods and support local small businesses. New vendors have been added so stop by and check it out!

Taunton - The Gothic Market - Sat., Aug 22; 12-5p; Taunton Conference Center (700 Myles Standish Blvd.). Our Goth & Halloween Horror Exhibition is a folklore-themed market that works to bring together various aspects of Halloween, horror, witches, vampires, classic monsters, tall tales, campfire stories, couture, the supernatural, strange things, & dark fairytale works (crystals, plushies, candles, herbology, hand-made goods, fragrances, & professional businesses). Gothic or Formal Attire Encouraged but not required. Tickets are non-refundable and must be purchased in advance.

West Bridgewater - Vineyard Farm Bingo - Sat., Aug. 22 at 4:30p OR Sun., Aug. 23 at 2p; 175 E Center St. Join us for a fun afternoon on the farm with bingo, prizes, and family-friendly fun. Our Saturday bingo will feature flowers as the main prizes — perfect for taking a little piece of the farm home with you. On Sunday, come back for another round of Farm Bingo with a variety of fun prizes throughout the afternoon.

West Bridgewater - Vineyard Farm Beer Festival - Sat., Aug. 22 at 4:30p OR Sun. Aug. 23 at 2p; 175 E Center St. Join us for a weekend of cold beer, live music with Pam & Paula, great food, fresh air, and plenty of farm fun! There will also be sunflower and blueberry picking, a water slide, bingo, and prizes! Advance tickets: $15, At the gate: $20.

Upcoming Events:

Middleborough - Bandana Flower Pounding Workshop at Soule Homestead! Fri., Aug. 28; 10a-12p; 46 Soule St. Join us for our rolling workshop at Soule Homestead. Each participant big and small will get to work with our dye flowers to make their very own personalized bandana/napkin. Registration is required. 

Middleborough - Sheepdog Demo Fundraiser - Sat., Aug. 29; Soule Homestead (46 Soule St.). Buy your tickets (or donate) today! We're trying to help raise money for Mikey Sheep Dog Junction Inc to get to the National Border Collie Association Championships in September. Pre-registration preferred.

West Bridgewater - Children's Fun Night - Tues., Aug. 25; 6-8p; Friendship Park, Howard St. Bouncy face painting, balloonist, music, food & fun!

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