Free events in Haverhill, MA

The farmers market is back on the front lawn on Fridays. Shoppers have flexible ways to pay, including SNAP EBT or food stamps, debit, credit, and cash. GWL market coupons, WIC, and senior farmers market coupons are also accepted. Vendors interested in participating should contact Groundwork Lawrence.

Central Church’s community breakfast has returned with a free meal that is open to all. Guests may dine at the table or request a take-out meal. Volunteers prepare and serve breakfast every Saturday. For information about donating to support the program, helping as a volunteer, or other questions, contact the church office at info@centralnewburyport.org or 978-465-0533.

WSV maintains a weekly booth at the Haverhill Farmers' Market, participating alongside a variety of local vendors. Visitors can find the WSV booth as part of the market’s regular lineup.

An upbeat celebration of Asian cultures features a bustling marketplace with street food from across the region, including Thai, Vietnamese, Japanese, Korean, and Indian flavors. Browse handmade crafts and artisan gifts, explore fashion, home decor, and lifestyle vendors, and take in cultural performances. Families will find activities for children, along with plenty of food, shopping, and music. There is no charge for entry. Presented by the Nathika Thai-America Cultural Foundation and Nathika Events LLC.

A free concert by the ocean on the Salisbury Oceanfront Stage features Lisa Love Experience. Bring chairs and blankets for a relaxed outing. Benches and picnic tables are available, and there is plenty of room to dance. Enjoy takeout from local restaurants, from beach pizza to ice cream, as you listen to the band perform live. Created by Lisa Love and Billy Garzone more than 16 years ago, this long-running group is known for high-energy performances, strong musicality, and an easy rapport with the crowd. They have played more than a thousand shows across New England and have traveled as far as Hawaii, with features in Boston wedding blogs and magazines including Style Me Pretty, Bliss, and I Do, along with appearances on Boston Chronicle and New Hampshire Chronicle.

A beachfront fireworks show takes place on select Saturdays during the summer, with each display dependent on the weather. The series brings bursts of light to the shoreline on multiple weekends throughout the season.

This free community fitness and yoga session welcomes all levels at Veterans Park in Dracut. The focus is moving together, building connections, and growing as a community. It is suitable for beginners and no experience is needed. Bring a yoga mat and water. Contributions are welcome, with no obligation. The atmosphere centers on having fun, letting go of ego, and fostering a positive fitness community.

At Rapscallion Brewery, the Silver String Slingers present an acoustic tribute to Jerry Garcia. The program features two sets rooted in Dawg music, highlighting material from his collaborations with David Grisman along with the bluegrass, folk, and roots flavors central to his style. Admission is free.

Summer Nights is a free summer program providing evening activities for youth and teens, including futsal at DCR Riverfront Park and the SLE/Breen School courts, soccer at Pavilion Park, and cooking classes and game nights in Beyond Soccer’s enrichment space. The evening schedule is designed to help families balance work commitments. With support from a DCR Summer Nights grant, the initiative aims to involve over 300 youth and teens.

Obscure Notation will perform music at the Lawrence Groundwork Farmers’ Market.

BCI hosts a summer celebration at its Lowell Learning Center, which provides ABA therapy for children with autism and Down syndrome. Families and friends can enjoy sensory-friendly, carnival-style activities that support a comfortable experience for participants, along with additional fun. There is no cost to attend, and the public is invited.

Enjoy a relaxed summer hangout in the courtyard at Lawrence Public Library with live performances, tabletop games, complimentary arts and crafts, karaoke, and a variety of food trucks. Friends, families, and even dogs are welcome. Admission is free and open to everyone.

Part of the Thursday Nights Live free summer concert series at Bradford Common, this show features The Monkey Fingers first, followed by The Foo Family. Admission is free. Attendees are welcome to bring chairs, blankets, and coolers. The event is non smoking, and well behaved dogs on a leash are welcome. Parking is available on local streets, with additional parking at Driscoll Funeral Home.