Episode 40: Summer 2026 in New England: Events, Festivals & America 250 Picks

Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer in New England, and in this episode, I’m sharing a curated list of community events to help you get out and explore the region. From food festivals and live music to unique local traditions, there’s something happening in every corner of New England. I’m also highlighting a special America 250 event in each state so you can celebrate this historic milestone while discovering something new. Check the show notes for links to every event—and let this be your inspiration to get out, connect, and make the most of a New England summer. 🎉🎉Congratulations to lovely listeners Jymi and Ginger who submitted photos to the Notable New England Spring Photo Contest. I've decided to gift them BOTH with Notable New England prize packs and I posted their photos on our social media channels. Thank you, Jymi and Ginger for taking part!  📌 Show Notes & Resources: 🔹 Episode Sources, References & Featured Links 🔹 Music licensing & credits 💙 Support Notable New England: Join our Notable New England Patreon community for a dedicated space to connect, explore New England history, hidden gems, and local stories without the distractions of traditional social media! Get early, ad-free episodes and exclusive perks starting at just $2 a month. Your support helps cover production costs and keeps engaging episodes coming! Or, sign up for free and connect with other lovely listeners. 👉 Join here Gift someone a Notable New England Patreon membership by clicking here.  To make a one-time donation to Notable New England, head over to buymeacoffee.com/notablenewengland You'll get an on-air shout out of thanks for your donation.  📢 Follow Notable New England: 🔹 Patreon 🔹 BuyMeaCoffee 🔹 Substack 🔹 Facebook 🔹 Instagram 🔹 Threads 🔹 Bluesky 🔹 YouTube 🔹 Reddit 🎙️ Podcast Website: notablene.podbean.com 📩 Contact: [email protected]