Quincy August Moon Festival 2026 | Free Family Festival
🌙 Quincy August Moon Festival Returns August 16, 2026
Looking for things to do in Quincy, MA this August? The 39th Annual Quincy August Moon Festival is coming to Quincy Center on Sunday, August 16, 2026, and families can enjoy an afternoon filled with performances, food, amusements, cultural activities, vendors and more — and admission is FREE!
Presented by Quincy Asian Resources, Inc. (QARI) in partnership with the City of Quincy, the August Moon Festival has been a Quincy community tradition since 1987. The festival celebrates Asian culture and community while bringing people together for a fun day in the heart of Quincy.
🎉 2026 Quincy August Moon Festival
📅 Sunday, August 16, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Coddington Street, Quincy Center, MA
🎟️ FREE admission
☔ Rain date: Sunday, August 23
The festival’s official event information lists performances, food, amusements and a marketplace as part of this year’s celebration. The festival will also feature its opening ceremonies and Lions Dance at 12 PM.
🥢 What Can You Expect?
There’s plenty to see and do throughout the afternoon, making this a fun event for families, friends and anyone looking to experience one of Quincy’s signature cultural celebrations.
Visitors can enjoy:
🎶 Traditional and modern performances
🥡 Food trucks and delicious food
🎡 Carnival amusements
🎮 Games and activities
🏮 Cultural booths
🛍️ Street marketplace
🍦 Free ice cream for kids
🎉 Opening ceremonies and Lions Dance
The August Moon Festival celebrates the full moon and themes of harvest, prosperity, happiness and unity, while highlighting the diversity and culture of the local community. QARI describes it as one of the South Shore’s most popular cultural events.
👨👩👧👦 A Free Family-Friendly Event
If you’re looking for free things to do with kids on the South Shore, this is one to put on your calendar.
Kids can check out the performances, games, amusements, marketplace and cultural activities — and according to the 2026 festival flyer, kids can enjoy free ice cream!
And because admission is free, it’s an easy event to add to your weekend plans without spending a fortune. ❤️
🚗 Free Parking
Free parking will be available at South Shore YMCA / Quincy High School, according to the event flyer.
Since this is a popular Quincy festival that attracts visitors from throughout the area, it’s a good idea to arrive early and allow extra time for parking and walking to the festival.
🌏 Celebrate Asian Culture in Quincy
The Quincy August Moon Festival is more than just a street festival. It is an opportunity for the community to come together and experience Asian culture, food, entertainment and traditions right in the heart of Quincy.
The festival has been part of the Quincy community since 1987 and was named “Best Street Festival” by Boston Magazine in 2018.
With thousands of people attending each year, the festival has become one of the area’s major summer cultural celebrations.
📍 Quincy August Moon Festival Details
Event: 39th Annual Quincy August Moon Festival
Date: Sunday, August 16, 2026
Time: 11 AM – 3 PM
Location: Coddington Street, Quincy Center, Massachusetts
Admission: FREE
Rain Date: Sunday, August 23, 2026
Opening Ceremonies & Lions Dance: 12 PM
Parking: Free parking at South Shore YMCA / Quincy High School
🌙 Save the Date!
If you’re searching for Quincy MA events in August 2026, free things to do on the South Shore, or family-friendly festivals near Boston, add the Quincy August Moon Festival to your calendar!
Sunday, August 16 • 11 AM–3 PM • Quincy Center • FREE! 🎉