Summer in New England - Beaches, Picnics, Concerts, Family Fun, More

These new attractions make New England the place to be during summer 2011.

There was so much new to see and do in New England during the summer of '10. Whether you're an admirer of architecture or modern art; the parent of a toddler, teen or a four-legged furball; a gardening or a gaming enthusiast; a cycling fan or a lover of tall ships or tall buildings, you'll find that many of these attractions are still pretty new.

LL Bean concert series. Tips for attending the LL Bean Concert Series in Freeport, Maine. Discovery Park at the L.L. Bean flagship store in Freeport, Maine, is transformed into an outdoor amphitheater on select concert evenings each summer. If you're vacationing in Maine, catch one of these free concerts if you can.

Hartford Riverfest 4th of July celebration. Celebrate America's Independence Day in Hartford, CT.

There's so much new to see and do in New England during the summer of 2009. Whether you're more comfortable floating in midair or planted firmly on a challenging and historic golf course, an admirer of tall ships or architecturally intriguing mansions, a music lover or theater enthusiast, the parent of a child with an inquiring mind or a closet Elvis impersonator, this is the year you need to vis…

Looking for a home away from home for a week or more at one of New England's scenic destinations? Vacation rentals are a popular alternative to other New England lodging options, particularly for summer vacationers who want to get away from it all. Find the perfect hideaway with my updated guide to vacation rentals in all six New England states,...

Whether your tastes lean more toward chamber music or zucchini launching, there is a New England summer festival for you! Here is my A to Z guide to some of New England's best summer festivals.

New England Beer Festival Guide: New England was at the forefront of the microbrew revolution, and now that specialty beers are making a comeback, there's no better place than the Northeast to celebrate craft brewing's resurgence this summer. Find the right craft brew for you at one of these beer festivals.

Want to get out of the heat? Tired of relying on the AC for relief? Head for New Hampshire--home to New England's only commercial caves and New England's largest water park.

The New England Patriots' training camp is held at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, each summer, and you can get in on the experience.

Six Flags New England in Agawam, Massachusetts, is the region's premier family amusement park. Admission includes the Hurricane Harbor water park, too. Here's your complete guide to Six Flags New England.

You might think of New Hampshire's Waterville Valley as a winter skiing destination, but did you know this secluded valley ringed by mountain peaks is transformed each summer into a family fun zone? If you're in search of an active vacation for the whole family, one call to Waterville Valley might just have you looking forward to this summer's getaway as much as the kids.

The Tanglewood Music Center in Lenox, Massachusetts, is the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the setting for a wide variety of musical performances each year. There's no better place in all of New England to spread out a picnic blanket, feast on gourmet goodies and listen to live music as the sun sets and the stars unveil...

The nation's oldest amusement park, Lake Compounce, is located here in New England in Bristol, Connecticut, and for the 2006 season, visitors will find a new enticement to visit the park--a "screaming swing" ride called Thunder N Lightning.

Here in New England, Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of the summer travel season. But when is Memorial Day? Here is your guide to upcoming Memorial Day dates for 2006 to 2010 to assist your travel planning.

Boston Harborfest 4th of July Celebration: Celebrate America's Independence Day in one of its most patriotic cities, Boston.

New England sharks. Great white shark sighting rumors have been circulating in New England for the past several weeks, and with the confirmed catch of a 7-foot great white shark off the coast of Cape Cod, the U.S. Coast Guard issued an advisory on July 2, 2010 cautioning recreational boaters and paddlers to be alert to the presence of these dangerous sharks.

New England summer vacation memories. Stories of memorable New England summer vacations submitted by readers of About.com's New England Travel site. Read insights from travelers if you are planning a summer vacation in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island or Vermont. If you had a fun New England summer vacation, share your thoughts about what made your trip special.See submissions

Discover new things to do in New England for summer 2012. From museums to adventures to events to restaurants, here are new reasons to visit the New England states during the summer of 2012.