Pembroke Arts Festival 2026
Pembroke Arts Festival Returns August 8-9, 2026
Looking for one of the best South Shore Massachusetts events this August? The 59th Annual Pembroke Arts Festival returns on Saturday, August 8, and Sunday, August 9, 2026, bringing together talented artists, handcrafted goods, live entertainment, family activities, and delicious food for a fun-filled weekend in Pembroke.
Held at the Pembroke Community Center (128 Center Street, Pembroke, MA), this free community event has become a favorite summer tradition for families, art lovers, and visitors from across the South Shore.
Event Details
📅 Dates:
- Saturday, August 8, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday, August 9, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location:
Pembroke Community Center
128 Center Street
Pembroke, MA
🎟 Admission:
Free
What You’ll Find at the Pembroke Arts Festival
Visitors can spend the day exploring:
- 🎨 Juried Fine Art Exhibition
- 🖌 Young Artists Exhibit
- 🛍 Handmade Craft Fair featuring local artisans
- 🎶 Live music and entertainment throughout the weekend
- 👨👩👧 Family-friendly activities
- 🍔 Food vendors
- 🎟 Scholarship raffle
- 🎭 Artist demonstrations and performances
Whether you’re shopping for unique handmade gifts, supporting local artists, or looking for a fun family outing, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Saturday Night Free Concert
After spending the day browsing artwork and shopping from local crafters, stay for the free outdoor concert on Saturday evening from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy live music as the festival continues into the evening.
Why You Should Go
The Pembroke Arts Festival has been celebrating local creativity for nearly six decades. It’s one of the South Shore’s premier arts festivals, offering an opportunity to meet artists, purchase original artwork, discover handcrafted products, and enjoy a weekend filled with community spirit.
Whether you’re visiting from Pembroke, Hanover, Marshfield, Duxbury, Kingston, Plymouth, Norwell, Hanson, Rockland, or elsewhere on the South Shore, this festival makes a perfect summer day trip.
Plan Your Visit
Parking is available at the Pembroke Community Center. Arrive early for the best selection from artists and crafters, and plan to spend a few hours enjoying the exhibits, entertainment, food, and activities.
Don’t miss one of the best August festivals on the South Shore!
If you are using a GPS, please enter the address of the
Pembroke Town Green
128 Center Street
Pembroke, MA 02359
From the Expressway:
Take Route 3 to the Pembroke/ Marshfield exit. At end of the ramp turn onto Route 139 west. Continue until you reach lights at Route 53. Turn left and continue to next lights at Route 14 west. Turn right and continue a couple of miles until you reach Pembroke Center.