Learn more about exciting community events happening right here in Florence! From festive holiday displays to the Summer Concert Series, there’s something for everyone in our calendar of events
Schedule of Events
- 2nd Monday of each month at 6 pm at the Florence Civic Center – FCBA Board of Directors Monthly Meeting
Please email info@florencemass.com to confirm as meeting times/dates are subject to change. - Monday, May 25th– Memorial Day Parade (sponsored by the VFW)
- Every Thursday, 6:30-8:00 pm (starting May 28 and running through September 3) – Florence Summer Concert Series
- Monday, June 16th at 6 pm at the Florence Civic Center – FCBA Annual Meeting
- Sunday, October 4th– Florence Flea Market 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
- Friday, October 31st– Rag Shag Parade – New in 2024, Haunted House in the Civic Center at the end of the parade route
- Saturday, November 28th– Florence Holiday Parade (stepping off 10:00 am from Trinity Row)
- Saturday, December 27th– Florence Lighted Tractor Parade (6:00 pm from Smith Vocational, ending at Look Park)
Community Programs
Farmers Market – Wednesdays from 2-6 pm all summer long at the Florence Civic Center
Florence Summer Concert Series – Thursdays at 6:30-8:00 pm (starting June 9th and running through September 1st) at the Florence Civic Center. Rainy evenings it is held across the street at the V.F.W.
The Chicken BBQ – This is our Signature Event! Held at the Florence Civic Center every September, with entertainment by the Florence Community Band.
Florence Flea Market and Antique Show – Free to the public and held on the second Sunday in October on the Florence Civic Center Grounds, featuring over 30 local vendors, food, and fun.
Activities
Holiday Decorating in Florence – join the Team of dedicated businesses and individuals who help us make Florence the most beautiful holiday setting around.
Parades
Memorial Day Parade – join the VFW, Veterans Services, and FCBA every Memorial Day at 10:00 am to show our appreciation for Veterans of all branches of the Services. We believe our parade to be the oldest in the country!
Rag Shag Parade – this is the oldest continually running Rag Shag in the country and a tradition in Florence! Thousands march beginning at 6:00 pm on Halloween, whether in costume or not, to celebrate tricks and treats in Florence Village. The Parade begins at Trinity Park and ends at the Florence Civic Center.
Holiday Parade – Held every year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving at 10:00 am, our holiday parade is capped off by a visit with Santa at the Florence Civic Center.
