Hang on to your hat. Massachusetts theme parks are perfect for a day out with the family, whether you want a high-speed ride or a low-speed family farm experience.
For New England's largest theme park, head to Six Flags New England in Agawam. Experience the "Glow in the Park Parade", an all new nighttime spectacular with dramatic state-of-the-art floats, cirque-style music and thousands of sparkling lights!
Super Sports Family Fun Park is a year-round activity park with miniature golf, go-karts, bumper boats, batting cages, video arcade and ice cream shop south of Boston...Go north of Boston for Salem Willows, where you'll find a seaside promenade and amusement park with arcade games, children's rides and a harbor cruise...Also north of Boston, Connors Farm offers the chance to pick your own fruit; enjoy a retail farmstand and bakery, gourmet items and ice cream; and experience barnyard animals.

Falmouth Road Race
August 10, 20087.1 mile race from Falmouth to Woods Hole. First 9,000 to register will be accepted.
Annual Sandcastle and Sculpture Day
August 16, 2008Islanders and visitors create masterpiece sandcastles and sand sculptures.
Antique & Classic Boat Festival
August 23, 2008Through August 24. Events for the whole family including a Grand Parade of Boats in Salem Harbor.

