No matter which way you turn on the South Shore this weekend, there will be a fair or a festival nearby.
Hallmark events like the Marshfield Fair are already underway. For those who haven't gotten over to the Marshfield Fairgrounds, there are still ways to save on your admission, so be sure to check out our ways to save advice .
Likewise, the annual Plymouth Waterfront Festival is back and promises to be as big and varied as ever with vendors and food trucks offering something for everyone, as if the waterfront alone was a good enough reason to get out for a day.
For fun with a cause, head over to Hull for the Kerry Jon Walker Fund's end-of-summer jamboree. The nonprofit is dedicated to helping humanity and supporting those affected by poverty, all while offering music and fun along with African and Navaho crafts.
For hockey fans, head down to Plymouth on Sunday, when the Bruins Fan Tour will come by with all kids of collectibles, merchandise and Bruins history in tow.
And for those who want something a little more out of the way, The Trustees of Reservation will celebrate the end of summer with a concert at World's End in Weymouth
When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24
Where: Plymouth waterfront, Water Street
Tickets/admission: Free
For more information: Plymouthwaterfrontfestival.com
The Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce's annual event includes a duck race, live entertainment, arts and crafts show featuring over 200 exhibitors, local nonprofits, the annual Motor Head’s Cruise-In Car Show and so much more.
When: 4-8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24, rain or shine
Where: Sunset Point Camp 2, 10 th Street, Hull
Tickets/admission: $35 (advance), $40 at the door. Free for children under 12.
For more information: Thekerryfund.org
The nonprofit Kerry Jon Walker Fund is dedicated to helping humanity and supporting those affected by poverty. All proceeds from the event support the fund’s mission, including mission service trips for teens supporting sustainable programs to improve health, education and economic opportunity for those in need.
Attendees can shop for one-of-a-kind African and Navajo gifts at an international market, bid on unique art and assorted goods.
The day includes a petting zoo, entertainment by 'World Music Award winners Kalifa & Koliba, catering by Mae’s of Marshfield and a beer and wine bar.
Admission and auction purchases may be paid for by cash, check and credit card on site.
Bruins Fan Fest Tour coming to Plymouth
When: Noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug 25
Where: Plymouth Memorial Hall, 83 Court St., Plymouth
Tickets/admission: Free
For more information: Search "Bruins" on Nhl.com
Fans of all ages will have the chance to participate in hockey activities and games, explore interactive exhibits, shop Bruins merchandise and partake in the NESN Play-by-Play Kiosk. Throughout the tour, fans will have the opportunity to collect giveaway items from several on-site partnership booths and engage with PWHL Boston in Lowell at their home arena. Boston Bruins BFit will also be on hand to lead kid-friendly fitness activities. Members of the Bruins organization are expected to join the festivities at each stop of the Fan Fest Tour.
During the tour, kids who have signed up for the Bruins Academy Learn to Play program, presented by Pure Hockey, will have the opportunity to be fitted on-site for brand new hockey gear valued at $550 (retail value).
Participants are encouraged to pre-register to expedite entry. To pre-register, visit Nhl.com and search "Bruins."
When: Noon to 10 p.m., Aug. 16-25
Where: Marshfield Fairgrounds, 140 Main St., Marshfield
Tickets/admission: $15 (free for children 6 and younger). Megapass tickets are $60.
For more information: Marshfieldfair.org
The annual fair features rides, games, live music, food and horticultural and agricultural attractions along with tractor pulls and demolition derbies.
As in the past, the fair will include special days for Marshfield residents, seniors and children, as well as veterans and active duty service members.
The North River Blues Festival is scheduled for Aug. 24 and 25.
The fair will welcome Pool Party Pooches , a touring act that features the “Dynamo Dogs” performing agility routines and dock diving. Two new strolling entertainers, juggler Janoah Bailin and magician Darren Yong, will walk the grounds dazzling attendees with their talents.
Summer send-off concert at World's End Reservation in Hingham
When: Gates open at 4:30 p.m. with show to follow at 5
Where: Top of Planter's Hill, World's End Reservation, Marlin's Lane, Hingham
Tickets/admission: Preregistration is required. No tickets will be sold onsite. Cost of admission is $60 per car, $48 per car for Trustees members.
For more informatio n: Visit thetrustees.org/event/419353/
The Trustees of Reservations is hosting an end-of-summer concert at World's End.
The outdoor concert will feature the Birch Swart Band.
The top of Planter’s Hill is the destination for music, food, local craft brews and an incredible sunset over the Boston skyline. Treat yourself to a meal from KCs Curbside Bistro, Tambo's Kitchen and Just the Dip, and enjoy ice cream from Ellie’s Treats. Stellwagen and Break Rock Brewing will be serving-up craft brews.
This article originally appeared on The Patriot Ledger: Bruins tour, fairs and jamborees: 5 things to do on the South Shore this weekend
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