Festival Events

See a collection of exceptional short films at the Warwick!

Join us for the official start of the 2026 Marblehead Festival of Arts as we announce this year's award winners with a special ceremony at historic Abbot Hall!

A fun scavenger hunt takes our youngest festival goers through Marblehead's Old Town. Learning history, and seeing art along the way. Complete all 5 clues and claim your 2026 commemorative pin! (200 limited edition)

See a collection of exceptional short films at the Warwick!

A poignant one-act tragicomedy that imagines a chance meeting between two characters from two Chekhov classics.

Wishing you had more time to read? Looking to meet fellow book enthusiasts? This year's Silent Book Reading Party is perfect for you! Get tickets now!

There's no better way to gear up for a day filled with festival fun than with a great morning workout!

Choose your session, reserve and purchase your boat online, build it at the Jeremiah Lee Mansion Gardens, and get ready for the Redd's Pond Regatta later that day! (Boats also available for purchase at the event while supplies last)

Choose your session, reserve and purchase your boat online, build it at the Jeremiah Lee Mansion Gardens, and get ready for the Redd's Pond Regatta later that day! (Boats also available for purchase at the event while supplies last)

A poignant one-act tragicomedy that imagines a chance meeting between two characters from two Chekhov classics.

An annual Marblehead tradition! Race your model boats across Redd's Pond for glory and bragging rights!

A family-friendly song and dance revue, celebrating the 250th anniversary of The Declaration of Independence

A fun-filled program of arts and activities designed especially for children aged ten years and younger! All activities are free of charge, providing an excellent opportunity for young children to explore their creativity and engage in interactive fun.

A family-friendly song and dance revue, celebrating the 250th anniversary of The Declaration of Independence