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In odd-numbered years (2013, 2015), the parade kicks off in Boston and winds through the North End's narrow streets - Atlantic Ave, Hanover Street, Endicott. In even-numbered years (2012, 2014, 2016), the parade marches down Bennington squirt cruising guide Street in East Boston, starting at the Dom Savio Athletic Field.
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You can see some of the most breath-taking color in all of New England within an hour or two of Boston - and the easiest way to view the gorgeous leaves is on a foliage tour where someone else worries about the driving!
ParkARTS hosts a fun Columbus Day Celebration on Sunday at 11am in beautiful Christopher Columbus Park overlooking Boston Harbor. Look for an interesting mix of local performers and entertainment, and lots of family-oriented activities.
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Costumed actors make you feel like you're really there among the settlers squirt cruising guide and the Wampanoags, the Native Americans who helped them survive. Get free admission to both sites when you have a GoBoston discount card.
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Don't forget, though, that you can see plenty of color right in Boston. The Public Garden and the Beacon Hill neighborhoods are great places to start, but also check out our suggestions about the 7 Best Places for Seeing Fall Foliage in Boston.
If you want to head out of the city, Salem makes a great destination. Not only will you see gorgeous foliage, but you can also enjoy Salem's Halloween decor (on full display throughout October), witch museums, and historical sites.
Boston sports fans love Columbus Day weekend because of all of the sporting events. This year, the Bruins play a home game at TD Garden on Friday, and the New England Patriots will be in action at Gillette Stadium on Sunday.
Visit the studios of 21 artists and artisans, open throughout Columbus Day Weekend, and enjoy the foliage and gorgeous coastal views in these quintessential fishing villages/artist colonies. See the October Events Calendar for dates, hours, and directions. (Photo shows a painting by one of the artists, Judy Wright, squirt cruising guide 12R Sunset Point Road, Gloucester.)
The Framingham Food Truck Festival brings more than 20 of New England's best food trucks to Shopper's World to celebrate Columbus Day Weekend. Buy tickets right at the event, and exchange them for samples of some of the best mobile cuisine in the country.
Half-price tickets become available for lots of shows close to the performance date. To get lists of available tickets and prices, sign up (free) with Goldstar Events. They'll send you a list of all the deals each week, and occasionally at other times when free tickets are offered.
You'll find plenty of deals and steals all over the city at the big Columbus Day sales - the best time to begin your holiday shopping! All the stores will have big Columbus Day sales underway. Use these Boston shopping suggestions to get started:
New England Aquarium - Kids and grownups alike love all the exhibits - great rainy weather choice also - plus huge Imax theater next door. Free Aquarium admission if if you have a GoBoston card, plus you go to the head of the line. More about New England squirt cruising guide Aquarium