Stories that hold Hull together

The Head of the Weir River Race is an annual 5 1/2-mile open-water rowing race held in Hull, MA, typically in October. Hosted by the Hull Lifesaving Museum, it runs from the upper Weir River estuary, past Bumpkin Island, to the Windmill Point Boathouse at Hull Gut, featuring coastal rowers from across the region.

Snow Row is one of Hull’s most iconic winter traditions — a wild, high‑energy race that launches from Windmill Point with its signature LeMans‑style beach start and a 3¾‑mile course along the same shoreline rowers have challenged for decades. It’s a celebration of grit, teamwork, and maritime spirit, complete with creative crew flair, lively spectators on shore or aboard the spectator boat, and the unmistakable sense of community that has defined Snow Row since the beginning.

Hull, MA — Blizzard of 2026 in Pictures These photos capture the eerie beauty and raw power of the Blizzard of 2026 as it swept across Hull Village. From snow-covered rooftops to frozen shorelines and quiet streets blanketed in white, each image tells a piece of the story — a town paused, a storm remembered, and a moment that brought neighbors together in true Hull fashion.

Local artists bring music and community to Hull each year, performing from porches all across town. These photos capture just a few moments from past PorchFest celebrations, featuring performers like Assisted Living and Ana Daley Young, along with many other talented South Shore musicians who make this tradition so special.

Images from Hull's late 90s calendar contest, featuring entries submitted by community members showcasing various perspectives of our town. Click on any image to view it in full size.

In the seaside town of Hull, the holiday season is beautifully marked by the "Buoy Tree," a vibrant and uniquely nautical tribute to the community's deep-rooted maritime heritage. This colorful monument is crafted from hundreds of hand-painted buoys, each one often carrying a personal story, a name of a loved one, or a festive design created by local residents, students, and artists.

Every Thanksgiving evening, Hull residents and friends gather on Nantasket Beach for a beloved tradition—the community bonfire. Families bundle up to watch the flames dance against the ocean backdrop, sharing warmth, gratitude, and hometown spirit after the holiday feast.

For over 15 years, Jacob's Express has brought the Hull community together at Jacobs Elementary School during the holiday season. This cherished tradition invites community carolers to greet children with song as they arrive for their special holiday celebration, then visit each classroom spreading joy through holiday carols, Chanukah songs, and plenty of laughter.

For over 6 years, Bibbidi Bobbidi Bright has brought one magical evening of holiday lights to Hull each December. Neighbors light up their homes while the community tours the decorated streets, picks up maps, and votes for the best decorated house. A festive tradition started by the Hedrick Family celebrating Hull's holiday spirit.

Each year, the Hull Lifesaving Museum hosts the Festival of Trees, where volunteers and local groups create themed Christmas trees for the community to enjoy. Visitors stroll through the museum, enjoy gingerbread cookies and hot cocoa, and vote for their favorite tree. The event features creative themes—like America, Hull Village, Hull Times, and Paragon Park—and ends with the trees being donated to veterans.

Brave Hull and South Shore folks keep this fun tradition going all year, running straight into the Nantasket water no matter the weather — icy, windy, or warm. It’s a quick splash, a big laugh, and a perfect snapshot of the bold, joyful energy that makes this community special.