slides: 10 Great Things To Do In Worcester This Weekend - August 7

Friday, August 07, 2015

GoLocalWorcester Lifestyle Team

Evita will be performed this weekend.

As we close in on the weekend, GoLocalWorcester has compiled a list of the top 10 things to do this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

SEE SLIDES BELOW: 10 Great Things to Do in Worcester This Weekend

The ten great things this weekend range from a 5K with a craft beer festival at the end to a performance of "Wedding Singer".

See all the great things Worcester has to offer!

Have a fun and safe weekend.

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August 7, 2015 - August 9, 2015

10th Annual Worcester World Cup 2015

Foley Stadium

5-9 PM on Friday; 10 AM - 9 PM on Saturday; 10 AM - 9 PM on Sunday

Starting on Friday evening, 20 immigrant-based teams, 350 players, and hundreds of fans will gather for Worcester’s version of the World Cup. A weekend pass is just $6, while those under 18 get in for free.

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August 7, 2015 - August 9, 2015

Worcester Restaurant Week

Varying times and locations

More than 40 of Worcester’s best restaurants will offer a three-course meal for $23.15. Each participating location has crafted a special menu, offering customers a wide range of cuisine in the process.

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August 7, 2015 - August 9, 2015

Evita

Holy Name Central Catholic Junior Senior High School

7 PM on Friday; 7 PM on Saturday; 2 PM on Sunday

Vanilla Box Productions, a Worcester based theater group, will perform the tale of Evita, who is Argentina’s former First Lady. Controversial in nature, Evita’s story is also told through upbeat Latin, pop, and jazz ensembles.

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August 7, 2015 - August 9, 2015

Wild Music: Experience the Sounds and Songs of Life

EcoTarium

Friday & Saturday 10 AM - 5 PM; Sunday 12 PM - 5 PM

Come learn how nature is filled with “musicians” that communicate in various ways. Ranging from insects to whales, this exhibit allows you to hear, see, and feel the sounds.

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August 8, 2015

Outrageous Greg's Crazy Karaoke

Marty's Pub

7:30 PM - 1 AM

Head on out to Marty’s Pub with your singing voice ready. As your favorite tune comes on, get up there and perform your best rendition.

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August 8, 2015

Craft Brew Race

Worcester City Hall Common

Race at 12 PM; Festival from 12:30 - 4 PM

This event starts off with a 5K run or walk through Worcester, before ending with a full-fledged beer festival. More than 20 breweries will be on hand, as will food trucks, local vendors, and live music.

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August 8, 2015

Keith McEachern, Le Roxy Pro, Aloud, Jargon Party

Ralph’s Diner

9 PM

Four bands - Keith McEachern, Le Roxy Pro, Aloud and Jargon Party, will be rocking out at Ralph's Diner on Saturday night.

$8 entry fee, 21+ event

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August 8, 2015

Canal District Farmer's Market

Crompton Collective

9 AM - 12 PM

Local food vendors and farmers will gather on Saturday to offer some of the area’s freshest food. Bring a basket and load up on all there is to offer.

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August 8, 2015

Murph's Comedy Joint

Fiddlers’ Green Pub & Restaurant

8 PM

Kelly MacFarland headlines this comedy series, while Sam Ike and Josh Ramirez will also feature.

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August 8, 2015 - August 9, 2015

The Wedding Singer

Flanagan Theater

8 PM on Saturday and 2 PM on Sunday

On both Saturday and Sunday, this musical comedy will entertain audience members of all ages. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for students and seniors.