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Monday, June 11, 2012

Boston's Chowderfest 2012

Over two thousand gallons of New England's signature dish, clam chowder, will be ladled out to thousands at Boston Boston City Hall Plaza on Sunday, July 1st from 11am to 6pm. A Fourth of July tradition in Boston, restaurants vie for the affections of attendees and the prestigious title of "Boston's Best Chowder."

The 31st Annual Chowderfest will bring together the best clam chowder recipes from some of New England’s finest restaurants. Clancy’s of Dennisport will be defending their title against all newcomers.  Entertainment for this year includes Mike Hashem’s Dixieland Band. Admission is $12 for adults and $8 for children under 12.

Chowderfest is just one of over 200 events taking place during the 31st Annual Boston Harborfest. Free admission to over half the events makes the celebration accessible to all. 

For a detailed schedule or more information, visit www.bostonharborfest.com