NEW ENGLAND
SUMMER BERRY FESTIVAL
A SWEET CELEBRATION OF SUMMER
Pick • Taste • Celebrate
Fresh Berries · Good Food · Live Music · Family Fun
GET YOUR TICKETS · JULY 17 & 18, 2027 · MOHEGAN SUN
Bringing 15 or more? See group tickets →
Welcome to the
New England Summer Berry Festival
Join us July 17 & 18 for a sweet celebration of peak berry season at the Earth Expo at Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, CT! From the creators of the award-winning New England Christmas Festival, this new summer festival brings together fresh, juicy strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries from local farms, plus talented makers, delicious food, live music and family fun for all ages.
July 17 & 18, 2027 | Earth Expo at Mohegan Sun, Uncasville, CT
FROM THE CREATORS OF
Festivals New England Has Loved for 40 Years
The New England Summer Berry Festival is brought to you by the same team behind some of the region’s most-loved shows. We know how to throw a festival your whole family will want to come back to year after year.
New England Christmas Festival
Nov 6–8, 2026 · Mohegan Sun, CT
Our 40th year! 400+ American artisans and specialty food makers under one roof. One of New England’s favorite holiday shopping traditions.
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New England Spring Craft Festival
May 8 & 9, 2027 · Mohegan Sun, CT
Mother’s Day weekend shopping with 275+ artisans, a gourmet food showcase and 125,000 sq ft of boutique finds.
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South Florida Strawberry Festival
Jan 16–18, 2027 · Boca Raton, FL
Farm-fresh strawberries, sweet treats, rides, inflatables and family fun at South County Regional Park.
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South Florida Watermelon Festival
Every spring · Boca Raton, FL
Watermelon eating contests, pig races, rides and juicy summer-style fun for the whole family.
Visit festival site →Same team. Same care. Now bringing a sweet summer celebration to New England.
Follow along for farm visits, berry recipes, vendor spotlights and sneak peeks of the festival. Tag your photos #SummerBerryFest!
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Meet the Farms & Makers
Local berry farms, bakers, jam makers and artisans from across New England bring the best of summer to the festival. Get to know them before you visit!
What's Happening
A Berry Big Day of Summer Fun
From friendly competition to bounce houses, berry treats and live music, there's something sweet around every corner. Here's what you can look forward to.
Signature EventBerry Big Bite Eating Contest
Think you can out-eat the crowd? Grab a seat at our signature strawberry eating contest. Rounds run throughout the day on the main stage, with prizes for the fastest (and messiest) berry lovers.
Kids ZoneBounce Houses & Inflatables
A whole village of berry-themed bounce houses, slides and obstacle courses where kids can jump, climb and race all day.
ThrillsRides & Attractions
Giant slides, bumper boats, bungee trampolines and spinning rides for thrill seekers big and small.
Hands-OnActivity Stations
Face painting, crafts, berry-themed games and hands-on fun stations made for little hands and big imaginations.
Farm FreshFresh Local Berries
Take home pints and flats of just-picked strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries from New England farms.
Shop LocalJams, Jellies & Preserves
Small-batch jams, jellies, preserves, syrups and sauces from local makers. Taste, shop and bring a jar (or three) home.
Sweet TreatsBerry Desserts & Treats
Strawberry shortcake, chocolate-covered strawberries, berry pies, smoothies, lemonades and more to satisfy every sweet tooth.
On StageLive Music
Local bands and DJs keep the summer vibes going all day, so grab a lemonade and settle in.
Shop LocalLocal Makers Market
Browse a pop-up village of handmade goods, boutique finds, home décor and specialty foods from regional vendors.
Festival Moments
Smiles, Sweets & Summer Memories
Real moments from the South Florida Strawberry & Watermelon Festivals, produced by our team. This is the fun we're bringing to New England.
