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Festival Events
May 13, 2026, 7:00 PMMarblehead Arts Association Tavern, 8 Hooper St, Marblehead, MA 01945, USAA perennial North Shore favorite, author Jenna Blum will be doing something entirely different in this run-up to July’s Literary Festival.
May 17, 2026, 1:00 PMMeet at State Street Landing, 75 Front St, Marblehead, MA 01945, USAAn MFoA Literary Walking Tour
May 29, 2026, 5:00 PM – Jul 05, 2026, 9:00 PMBid OnlineAfter the First Look Party, visit local businesses around town and bid on your favorite Cod and Whale!
May 29, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PMAbbot Hall, 188 Washington St, Marblehead, MA 01945, USASee this year's fresh catch before these one-of-a-kind works of art are auctioned off in support of the MFoA.
Jun 07, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PMMeet at Tower School parking lot, 75 W Shore Dr, Marblehead, MA 01945, USAWith Katie Naoum Rogers and Zoe Culbertson
Jun 20, 2026, 7:30 AM – 12:00 PMMarblehead Post Office, 27 Smith St, Marblehead, MA 01945, USAOn your marks, get set, GO! Support the MFoA by running for fun, or test yourself with a 5K or 10K road race if you have the need for speed.
Jun 28, 2026, 5:00 PMMarblehead, 8 Fort Sewall Ln, Marblehead, MA 01945, USAThe annual Champagne Reception is one of the highlights of summer in Marblehead and the kickoff of the Festival. A carefree gala on the ocean at beautiful Fort Sewall, this is the place to see and be seen, dance to favorite tunes, meet new friends, reconnect with old friends, and have a great time.
Jul 01, 2026, 5:59 PM – 7:00 PMAbbot Hall, 188 Washington St, Marblehead, MA 01945, USAJoin 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!
Jul 02, 2026, 10:00 AM – Jul 05, 2026, 3:00 PMMarblehead Historic District, 1727 Town House Square, Marblehead, MA 01945, USAA 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)
Multiple DatesJul 02, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PMSt Michael's Episcopal Church, 26 Pleasant St, Marblehead, MA 01945, USAEnjoy the talents of master musicians performing small-ensemble classical music in some of Marblehead's most beautiful venues.
Multiple DatesJul 02, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PMAbbot Hall, 188 Washington St, Marblehead, MA 01945, USAEnjoy the talents of master musicians performing small-ensemble classical music in some of Marblehead's most beautiful venues.
Jul 02, 2026, 6:00 PM – Jul 02, 2027, 8:00 PMKing Hooper Mansion, 98-2 Hooper St, Marblehead, MA 01945, USAWishing 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!
Multiple DatesJul 02, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:30 PMLocation is TBDSee a collection of exceptional short films under the stars!
Jul 03, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AMJeremiah Lee Mansion - Upper Gardens, 161 Washington St, Marblehead, MA 01945, USAThere's no better way to gear up for a day filled with festival fun than with a great morning workout!
Multiple DatesJul 03, 2026, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PMAbbot Hall Grounds, 188 Washington St, Marblehead, MA 01945, USA
Multiple DatesJul 03, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AMJeremiah Lee Mansion - Lower Gardens, 161 Washington St, Marblehead, MA 01945, USAChoose 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!
Jul 03, 2026, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PMBank Square and Washington Street, Washington St, Marblehead, MA 01945, USAHead down to Washington Street for one of the Festival's signature events, featuring live performers, music, and many surprises!
Jul 03, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PMRedd's Pond, Redd's Pond, Marblehead, MA 01945, USAAn annual Marblehead tradition! Race your model boats across Redd's Pond for glory and bragging rights!
Past
Fri, Apr 17Marblehead Arts Association TavernIt's about what you're reading, not romance! Meet new friends, discover new books, and enjoy some great conversation!
Mon, Mar 23Bid OnlineBid now to own a piece of Marblehead history with this once-in-a-generation auction event!
Sat, Mar 07Abbot Hall - Second FloorJoin us for the 2nd speed puzzling competition of the year! Bring a friend and be the fastest to complete a 500-piece puzzle. The fastest times will also qualify for our November Invitational event!
Tue, Jan 20The Landing RestaurantBe among the first to see the 2026 logo for this year's exciting 60th Marblehead Festival or Arts!
Sat, Jan 10Abbot Hall, Second FloorA brand-new winter event benefitting the MFoA
Multiple DatesSun, Dec 07Abbot HallGive your loved ones special, handmade gifts this year and create festive, lasting memories!
Tue, Dec 02Submit your design onlineEnter your design for the chance for it to be selected as the official logo of the 60th Marblehead Festival of Arts!
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