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MUSIC

Tuesday, Nov. 10, from 6 to 9 p.m.
RYAN’S SPORTS PUB & BILLIARDS

Jimi Blacksheep

Jimi Blacksheep is a former major-label recording artist, singer, guitarist, and producer from Boston known for his versatile musical style. Previously signed to Warner Bros., Jimi has impressed audiences with his exceptional talent, dynamic performances, and distinctive sound. His diverse repertoire spans alt-rock, R&B, neo-soul, and heavy metal.

Read more about Jimi in The Light’s InPerson profile.

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COMEDY

Thursday, Nov. 5, at 8 p.m.
LIGHTHOUSE TAVERN

Escape the Box Comedy Night

Escape the Box Comedy Night makes a comeback at Lighthouse Tavern on Thursday, Nov. 5, at 8 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m.

The stand-up comedy showcase features host Alex Joseph Pires, opener Cynthia Wang, featured comedian Sam Buck, and headliner AJ Hapenny. DJ Slaughter will provide music.

Tickets are $20, with a one-drink minimum per person. Non-alcoholic beverages qualify. Food and drinks will be available with table service throughout the evening.

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PERFORMANCE

Friday, Nov. 6., from 6 to 8 p.m.
NEW BEDFORD WHALING MUSEUM

First Friday: The Art of Hip Hop

The New Bedford Whaling Museum will spotlight hip hop’s creative expression on Friday, Nov. 6., from 6 to 8 p.m., bringing together music, dance, spoken word and visual art, with local and regional artists.

A live DJ set, dance performances, spoken word and graffiti art will lead into a collaborative performance and community cypher. A cash bar and light refreshments will be available throughout the evening.

Doors open at 5 p.m. Tickets are $12.50 for museum members and $25 for the public (18 and older).

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THEATER

Friday, Nov. 6, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 7, 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 8, 2 p.m.
STEEPLE PLAYHOUSE

Hauptmann

The kidnapping and murder of aviator Charles Lindbergh’s infant son takes the spotlight in “Hauptmann,” on Nov. 6-15 at Steeple Playhouse. The drama revisits one of the nation’s most notorious criminal cases through the eyes of Bruno Richard Hauptmann, who was convicted and executed in 1936.

Through flashbacks, Hauptmann recounts his story while six corrections officers portray more than 30 characters. The production explores questions surrounding his guilt and whether he was wrongly executed. Lawrence R. Houbre Jr. directs.

Performances are Fridays and Saturdays, Nov. 6-7 and 13-14, at 7:30 p.m., and Sundays, Nov. 8 and 15, at 2 p.m. Tickets range from $5 to $45, with reduced-price options available.

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  • Mitch Cardoza at Cork

    Mitch Cardoza at Cork
    Cork Wine and Tapas 90 Front St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Mitch Cardoza is a singer, guitarist, and artist with rock and reggae vibes.

  • Factory of Terror

    Factory of Terror
    Factory of Terror 120 Pearl St., Fall River, MA, United States

    Factory of Terror is back for the 31st year on Sept. 12 through Nov. 14. The long-running haunted attraction is open on select nights through Nov. 14, with timed entry […]

  • Country Fest 2026 at The Vault

    The Vault Music Hall and Pub 791 Purchase St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Country Fest 2026 will bring live music and line dancing to The Vault Performing Arts Center & Pub on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 7 to 11 p.m. Justin Federico and […]

  • Live Music at Bayside Lounge

    Live Music at Bayside Lounge
    The Bayside Lounge 125 Sconticut Neck Rd, Fairhaven, MA, United States

    Bayside Lounge features live music every Friday 7–9 p.m., Saturday 8–11 p.m. and Sunday 5–8 p.m. Find up-to-date details on the Facebook page.

  • Lights Out at Ying Dynasty

    Ying Dynasty 724 Dartmouth St., Dartmouth, MA, United States

    Lights Out is a five-piece cover band featuring seasoned musicians and both female and male vocals. The band plays a mix of rock, pop, dance, country and more from the […]

  • 440 at Oriental Pearl

    Oriental Pearl 576 State St.,  Westport, MA, United States

    440 is a five-member band with roots in Rhode Island, Massachusetts and Connecticut. The group performs primarily 1980s rock, with select songs from the 1970s and 1990s. Band members come from […]

  • Bill Santos at Cork

    Cork Wine and Tapas 90 Front St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Guitarist Bill Santos, formerly of the acoustic band Wood n’ Wire, will perform solo at Cork.

  • Time Warp at Knuckle Heads

    Knuckle Heads 85 MacArthur Dr., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Time Warp Band will be playing classic rock from 10 p.m. until closing.

  • Live Beatles Brunch at Cisco

    Live Beatles Brunch at Cisco
    Cisco Brewers Kitchen & Bar 1480 East Rodney French Blvd., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Here comes the sun, and a little Beatles music. Cisco Kitchen & Bar will host a weekly brunch every Sunday beginning at 10 a.m. Musicians Quincy Jacobs and Michael Giambusso, […]

  • Kinusaiga: Japanese fabric art workshop

    New Bedford Arts and Cultural Emporium at Kilburn Mill 101 W. Rodney French Blvd. Studio 260, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Discover kinusaiga, a Japanese art form that transforms fabric scraps into decorative wall art. Learn the technique with step-by-step guidance and a supplied kit to create your own fabric painting. The workshop runs on Sunday, Nov. 8, from 10 a.m. to noon at the New Bedford Arts and Cultural Emporium,  Suite 2. Class fee is […]

  • Grow your own mushrooms workshop

    New Bedford Arts and Cultural Emporium at Kilburn Mill 101 W. Rodney French Blvd. Studio 260, New Bedford, MA, United States

    New Bedford Arts and Cultural Emporium will offer “Mushrooms: Grow Your Own” on Sunday, Nov. 8, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Kilburn Mill, Studio 260. Instructor Jim Watkins will teach the class how to grow edible mushrooms at home, explore different varieties, and care for mushroom-growing blocks. The workshop is open to ages […]

  • Seamus Galligan at Cork

    Cork Wine and Tapas 90 Front St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Seamus Galligan is a local singer, songwriter, and guitarist. He draws inspiration from Bob Dylan, Paul Simon, Bruce Springsteen, and others, and his music mixes folk, rock, and pop.

  • Vision board workshop

    New Bedford Arts and Cultural Emporium at Kilburn Mill 101 W. Rodney French Blvd. Studio 260, New Bedford, MA, United States

    A Vision Board Workshop is scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 8 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $35. The focus is on where attendees are, where they are going, and what they want to create. This guided workshop uses images, writing prompts, and creative exploration to build a visual tool that reflects goals, dreams, and […]

  • Hauptmann at Steeple Playhouse

    Hauptmann at Steeple Playhouse
    The Steeple Playhouse 159 William Street, New Bedford, MA, United States

    The kidnapping and murder of aviator Charles Lindbergh’s infant son takes the spotlight in “Hauptmann,” on Nov. 6-15 at Steeple Playhouse. The drama revisits one of the nation’s most notorious […]

  • KidZone at NBAM

    KidZone at NBAM
    New Bedford Art Museum 608 Pleasant St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Families can drop in for art activities every Sunday at the New Bedford Art Museum. Designed for children ages 4 to 12 and their caregivers, the program offers hands-on projects […]

  • Live Music: Sara Achorn at Nasketucket Bay Vineyard

    Nasketucket Bay Vineyard 237 New Boston Rd., Fairhaven, MA, United States

    New Bedford singer-songwriter Sara Achorn performs a live acoustic set at Nasketucket Bay Vineyard on Sunday, Nov. 8, from 3 to 6 p.m. Achorn is the lead singer and founding member of the Fleetwood Mac tribute band “Little Lies.” Her acoustic performances feature soulful renditions of popular hits. Music will be inside the tasting room. […]