Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Here are a few standout events happening across the region:
🔥 Ignite Festival – Somerville
📍 Union Square | 🕒 Saturday, 3:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Experience a global celebration of food and fire at the Ignite Festival. Enjoy cooking demos, food vendors, contests, and free live entertainment—including music, dance, and a fire show.
🍺 Oktoberfest – Princeton
📍 Wachusett Mountain | 🕒 Saturday & Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Celebrate Bavarian culture at Wachusett Oktoberfest. Sip authentic German beer, explore food trucks and a craft fair, and enjoy games. Sky rides are available for an extra fee. Note: No pets allowed.
🎃 Jack-O-Lantern Events – Providence & Mendon
📍 Roger Williams Zoo & Southwick’s Zoo | 🕒 Starting Friday Night
Get into the Halloween spirit with two glowing options:
- Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular at Roger Williams Zoo in Providence
- Jack-O-Lantern Journey at Southwick’s Zoo in Mendon
Both events kick off this weekend and run for several weeks. Check each site for details and ticket info.
Whatever you do this weekend, have fun!
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