If you haven’t
noticed, take a look up at the next maple tree your eyes lay sight on. You will
probably notice at the top that some spotty patches of yellow and orange are
starting to appear. That can only mean one thing – it’s fall! Although summer
brings out the most in outdoor fun and beach-combing, fall is the season of
outdoor adventure and comfort. Say goodbye to the days of 90 degrees and
humidity, and enter mid 60’s with clean air, perfect for a long sleeve and
shorts. With fall comes a number of fun events in the Boston area.
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The Book of Mormon –From the creators of South Park, Matt Stone & Trey Parker, comes their first Broadway musical. The Book of Mormon has been recognized worldwide as one of the funniest musicals in years. Just like the other works of Stone and Parker, The Book of Mormon might not fit under the umbrella of “family-friendly”, but it is a must-see for those looking to laugh!
Salem Halloween Festival – With the
exception of maybe New Orleans, Salem outdoes every other Halloween festival in
the United States, and rightfully so. Century old tales of witch trials that
took place up on the seaside North Shore city bring out the annual
fright-filled festivities all throughout Downtown. The week of Halloween
features live shows, haunted houses, local food and drink specials, and much
more!
Honk! Festival – Both recognized
and independent musician and bands from around the United States will flock to
Davis Square in Somerville on Columbus Day weekend to play in a marching-band
style parade through the streets of Somerville and Cambridge. There will be
lots of colorful attire, creative facepaint, and lots of quirky fun for the
whole family at Honk!
New England Patriots Football –
After a successful opening night performance versus the Pittsburgh Steelers,
the Patriots will return home on Sunday September 27th to take on
the Jacksonville Jaguars at Gillette Stadium. The title defense is going to be
tough this year, but with an easier slate of home games this year against weaker
opponents, the Patriots should be in the mix come January. Other fall home
games include, Sunday October 25th versus Darrelle Revis and the New
York Jets and Thursday October 29th versus the Miami Dolphins.
Boston Halloween Pumpkin Festival
– On Saturday October 17th on Boston Commons is the annual pumpkin
festival to kick off the Halloween festivities. Perfect for the whole family,
if you bring an 8” or smaller pumpkin that has already been carved, and it will
be lit and floated on the frog pond. Enjoy refreshments, food stands, and what
should be a beautiful day in the common.
Boston Celtics and Bruins at the TD
Garden – the boys of winter return this fall to the TD Garden. Coming
off their surprising season last year, Isaiah Thomas and the Celtics face the
likes of LeBron James, Anthony Davis, Russell Westbrook and more this year as
the NBA season tips off late October. The Bruins are looking to rebound after a
tough 14-15 campaign. They drop the puck Thursday October 8th
against the Winnipeg Jets.
Big thanks to BostonDiscoveryGuide.com for the information and images