Looking for something fun to do this weekend across the Merrimack Valley and North Shore? Here's your go-to guide for family-friendly happenings in Andover, North Andover, Methuen, Haverhill, Lawrence, Groveland, Georgetown, Middleton, and Boxford:
🌊 Andover
Pomps Pond Opens – Starting Saturday, June 14, dive into summer at Pomps Pond (147 Abbot St), open daily for swimming and lakeside fun lawrencekstimes.com+5facebook.com+5allevents.in+5.
Summer Kick‑Off Beach Party – On Wednesday, June 18 (5–8 PM), enjoy live music by Coffee to Cocktails, beach volleyball, burgers, hot dogs, and tasty treats at Pomps Pond .
Andover Farmers Market – Opens Saturday, June 21 (9 AM–1 PM) at Bartlet Street, celebrating Pollinator Week with fresh produce, crafts, live music, and family activities .
🌼 North Andover
Farmers Market + Juneteenth Celebration – Saturday, June 21, local market in Town Hall lot and downtown Juneteenth events with workshops and author panels starting at 4 PM .
Mini Golf & Ice Cream Meetup – Sunday, June 22 (2 PM), join a group outing for mini golf and ice cream—great for families .
🎉 Methuen
Veterans Pig Roast & Family Day – Sunday, June 22 (11 AM–3 PM) at Forest Lake — games, food, and community fun .
Household Hazardous Waste Day – Saturday, June 21 (8 AM–12 PM) for safe disposal of household chemicals at the Transfer Station .
Kindness Rocks Crafting – Friday, June 20, drop in at Methuen Senior Activity Center to paint inspirational rocks .
Farmer’s Market – Friday, June 20 at Nevins Library, offering fresh picks and local goodies .
🎭 Haverhill
Discover a mix of summer concerts, board game nights at Creatorpult Games, comedy nights, vineyard tours, and more via local Facebook groups haverhillma.chambermaster.com+2facebook.com+2haverhillma.chambermaster.com+2.
🎨 Lawrence
Juneteenth “Arts & Awareness” Festival – Saturday, June 21 at Campagnone Common, featuring live music, art, and cultural celebrations .
Plus, Farmer’s Markets run every Wednesday and Saturday cityoflawrence.com.
🌱 Groveland
The annual Rubbish to Runway Fashion Show—where creativity meets sustainability—returns Friday, June 27 (8 AM–5 PM) at Veasey Memorial Park grovelandma.com.
🎨 Georgetown
This weekend, explore Goats & Crafts: Baby Goat Social & Faux Stained Glass Workshop on Friday, June 13, and enjoy live music from the 12 Barz Band in the Georgetown Summer Concert Series allevents.in.
🌳 Middleton
Join a Sunny Sunday mini golf and ice cream outing in nearby Middleton or look for local meetups focused on hiking, crafts, and outdoor networking meetup.com+3meetup.com+3meetup.com+3.
🍃 Boxford
While specific events aren't listed, the town's quiet charm makes it perfect for impromptu outdoor time—think picnic, nature strolls, or backyard family time.
✅ Quick Weekend Picks
| Town | Top Events |
|---|---|
| Andover | Pond opening, beach party, farmers market |
| North Andover | Food + market + Juneteenth celebration |
| Methuen | Pig roast, community crafts, market fair |
| Haverhill | Games, music, comedy, winery outings |
| Lawrence | Juneteenth arts fair + farmers market |
| Groveland | Upcycled fashion extravaganza |
| Georgetown | Goat social + concert series |
| Middleton | Mini golf & outdoor meetups |
| Boxford | Scenic time outdoors |
No matter your interests—crafts and concerts, pond-side picnic or festive markets—this weekend has something for everyone. Want exact addresses, times, or tips on attending? Happy to help tailor details!
