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Festivals in Worcester (Massachusetts)
Festivals in Worcester (Massachusetts)
First Night Worcester, Dec. 31-Jan 1. Usher in the new year. Cultural events throughout downtown. Fireworks. Childrens parade. International food court
Worcester St. Patrick's Day Parade, Mid-March. Park Ave. One of the largest Irish Parades in the state.
Albanian Festival, early June, alternating odd numbered years, St. Mary's Albanian Orthodox Church. Largest Albanian festival in the country
Grecian Festival, early June, alternating even numbered years. St. Spyridon Church. One of the largest Greek Festivals in New England with over 25,000 attendees
Summer Nationals, July 4 weekend, hot rods and fancy cars take over Green Hill Park and downtown Worcester
Italian Festival, mid-August, Mt. Carmel Church. Very popular annual festival in the city (which did not happen in 2007).
Latin American Festival, Mid-August, City Hall, Downtown Worcester. One of the largest Latin American festivals in New England.
Pet Rock Festival, early September, held at Quinsigamond Community College. Largest non-profit animal benefit in New England. Held annually to make money for shelters and other animal related services. "They can't talk so we will." www.petrockfest.com
StART on the Street, September, Park Avenue. Huge street festival featuring over 200 local vendors and artists, food, and live music and performance art. According to the organizers, the 2009 festival was attended by 25,000 people. StART also holds StART in the park (spring) and StART at the Station (Christmas time).
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