Festival by the Sea

Festival by the Sea A celebration of Cape Ann's Artists, Crafters, and Musicians in downtown Manchester-by-the-Sea. PLEASE NOTE THE FESTIVAL WILL BE HELD RAIN OR SHINE!

NOTE: There is parking at the high school and a free shuttle back and forth to downtown run by Beauport Ambulance from 11 to 6. Join us on Saturday, August 6, 2022 for Festival by the Sea. Celebrate the magic of summer on Cape Ann! Rain or shine! Extending throughout beautiful Manchester-by-the-Sea, Festival by the Sea celebrates local art, crafts, food and music. Indulge in the talent that great

er Cape Ann has to offer! Artists booths will be set up in the Town Hall Commons area and spread throughout town in Reed Park and ending in Masconomo Park. Browse the tents for unique finds and see what our local merchants are offering. There will be Live Music in the Gazebo with local favorites from noon-6pm. Free Shuttle Service to and from parking at the High School lot. A day with activities that is sure to please all ages! Musical Guests at the Masconomo Park Bandstand:
11:00-12:30 PM - Pete Hoare with Geoff Small (Rock / Classic Rock / Folk)
12:30-1:30 PM - Charlie Weld (Singer / Songwriter)
1:45-3:15 PM - Presti Players (Blues / Reggae/ Funk)
3:30-5:30 PM - The Jantelles (Juke Box hits / Oldies)

Presenting Sponsor: People's United Bank
Gold Sponsors: Applied Materials, Kelly Automotive Group
Supporting Sponsors: Beauport Ambulance, Cape Ann Capital, Cape Ann Savings Bank, MAHRI, Manchester-Essex Rotary Club, and Sullco, Inc.

The vendors in Town Hall Park are working hard getting set up! Some great treasures sure to be found at todays Festival ...
08/01/2026

The vendors in Town Hall Park are working hard getting set up! Some great treasures sure to be found at todays Festival by the Sea in downtown Manchester-by-the-Sea! It is going to be a beautiful day. We hope tobsee you there from 10am to 4 pm!

🌊 ARE YOU READY, CAPE ANN?! 🌊Tomorrow is finally the day! Festival by the Sea is taking over downtown Manchester-by-the-...
08/01/2026

🌊 ARE YOU READY, CAPE ANN?! 🌊

Tomorrow is finally the day! Festival by the Sea is taking over downtown Manchester-by-the-Sea, and you do not want to miss it! ☀️🎉

Get ready for the ultimate summertime Saturday - shop, groove to the music, chow down on delicious eats, and get local retailer deals!

🗓️ TOMORROW, Saturday, August 1
⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Downtown Manchester-by-the-Sea
🚌 Ditch the parking stress and hop on the free shuttle service from the High School!

Pack your sunscreen, grab your friends, and let's make some waves! 🌊👇

🔗 Get all the event details and plan your day here: https://capeannchamber.com/2026-fbts/

We want to extend a huge thank you to our incredible Supporting Sponsors for this year’s Festival by the Sea! 🌊✨A specia...
07/30/2026

We want to extend a huge thank you to our incredible Supporting Sponsors for this year’s Festival by the Sea! 🌊✨

A special shoutout to:
• Cape Ann Savings Bank
• The Event Co. - New England
• Manchester-Essex Rotary Club
• Sullco, Inc.

The success of this festival relies on local partners who truly care about our community. Thanks to their generous support, we were able to bring families, artists, and neighbors together for an unforgettable celebration of coastal culture. We are incredibly grateful for their investment in making our town a vibrant place to live and visit! 🙌❤️

A huge thank you to Beauport Ambulance Service for keeping everyone moving safely as our official Shuttle Sponsor for Fe...
07/30/2026

A huge thank you to Beauport Ambulance Service for keeping everyone moving safely as our official Shuttle Sponsor for Festival by the Sea! 🚐💨 Their dedication ensures that our guests have a smooth, reliable, and comfortable transportation to and from the festival grounds all day long.

We are incredibly grateful for their continued partnership, exceptional care, and commitment to keeping our community safe and connected! 🙌🌊

Beauport Ambulance Service, Inc.

A massive thank you to Kelly Automotive Group for rocking out with us as the official Bandstand Sponsor at this year’s F...
07/30/2026

A massive thank you to Kelly Automotive Group for rocking out with us as the official Bandstand Sponsor at this year’s Festival by the Sea! 🎸🥁 Thanks to their incredible support, our stage will be alive with fantastic music and energy all day long, keeping the community dancing and celebrating.

We are so grateful for their partnership in keeping the soundtrack of our coastal tradition alive! 🎶🚗

Kelly Automotive Group

We want to extend a warm thank you to Renewal by Andersen for joining us as a Gold Sponsor for Festival by the Sea! We a...
07/30/2026

We want to extend a warm thank you to Renewal by Andersen for joining us as a Gold Sponsor for Festival by the Sea! We are incredibly grateful for their commitment to our community and their support in making this year's coastal celebration our best one yet.
Thank you for helping us keep this beautiful tradition thriving! ☀️⛵

Renewal by Andersen LLC. of Boston

A huge thank you to Applied Materials for stepping up as a Gold Sponsor for this year’s Festival by the Sea! Their incre...
07/29/2026

A huge thank you to Applied Materials for stepping up as a Gold Sponsor for this year’s Festival by the Sea! Their incredible support is instrumental in helping us celebrate and support our local coastal community, artists, and vendors. We are so proud to partner with a company dedicated to making a positive local impact. Thank you for helping us bring this event to life! 🌊✨

🌊 Seaside Vibes, Live Music & Incredible Eats! 🎨🍔Looking for the ultimate summer day trip? Round up your friends and fam...
07/24/2026

🌊 Seaside Vibes, Live Music & Incredible Eats! 🎨🍔
Looking for the ultimate summer day trip? Round up your friends and family because the Annual Festival by the Sea is coming to beautiful downtown Manchester-by-the-Sea!
📅 Saturday, August 1
⏰ 10 AM – 4 PM
📍 Masconomo, Reed, & Town Hall Parks and Downtown MBTS

Spend your Saturday strolling through the parks, soaking up the ocean breeze, and enjoying everything that makes Greater Cape Ann so special in the summer. ☀️✨

Here is what’s waiting for you:
🎨 Shop Local: Over 85 amazing local artisans, crafters, and makers! From handmade jewelry and pottery to stunning photography and woodwork, you're bound to find something unique. Local downtown retailers will also be offering special deals throughout the day.
🎸 Live Music All Day: Catch live performances across multiple stages, including Corey Wrinn, Jim 'n' Tonic, and Rob Banks and The Money Makers rocking the Masconomo Park Bandstand.
🥞 Delicious Food: Grab a bite from crowd favorites like Crepe du Jour, The Lobster Roller, and The Whoopie Wagon!
📚 Downtown Fun: Don’t miss the Fish Printing workshop at the Manchester-by-the-Sea Museum, the Book Sale at the Manchester Public Library, and the First Church Fair by the Sea!

Best of all? Admission is completely FREE! 🎟️
Make it a classic New England summer day. Tap the link below to view the full schedule, vendor map, and start planning your weekend getaway! 👇

🔗 Plan Your Day Here: bit.ly/2026FBTS

It is that time of year! Registration for Artisan and Non-profit participation is open for 2026. Please visit https://bi...
04/21/2026

It is that time of year! Registration for Artisan and Non-profit participation is open for 2026. Please visit https://bit.ly/2026FBTS to submit an application today!

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60 Beach Street
Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA
01944

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