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  • The Great Pumpkin Parade at RJD

    Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum 396 County St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    At the Great Pumpkin Parade event, families can explore the museum grounds lined with glowing jack-o’-lanterns and head inside for a kid-friendly scavenger hunt with small prizes. At 5:30 p.m., […]

  • AHA! Night: Tunes, Treats, and Creative Streets

    Downtown New Bedford Union St. /Purchase St. Area, New Bedford, MA, United States

    This October, get groovy and creative during AHA! Night: Tunes, Treats, and Creative Streets on Thursday, Oct. 9. Downtown will come alive with music, activities, and Halloween fun. One highlight […]

  • AHA! Night at the Whaling Museum

    New Bedford Whaling Museum 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA, United States

    AHA! Night is set for Thursday, Oct. 9, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Whaling Museum. Admission is free, with music, artmaking, and activities for all ages. From 4 […]

  • Boo at the Zoo

    Boo at the Zoo
    Buttonwood Park Zoo 425 Hawthorn St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Buttonwood Park Zoo’s annual Halloween extravaganza returns for its 24th year. Boo at the Zoo is a mix of family fun and mild spooks. The celebration runs weekends from October […]

  • dNB FallFest at FHC

    New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center 38 Bethel St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    FallFest is a free, family-friendly event featuring live music, Halloween performers, and fall-themed activities for all ages. And of course, there’s trick-or-treating for the kids. The Center will be open […]

  • Sugar Skull Pumpkin Painting

    New Bedford Arts & Cultural Emporium 101 West Rodney French Blvd, Suite 2-60, New Bedford, MA, United States

    The New Bedford Arts and Cultural Emporium invites students of all ages to a sugar skull pumpkin painting event. Choose from a variety of designs to create a unique pumpkin. […]

  • Trails of New Bedford: Signs of the Season

    Ricketson Nature Center 54 Irvington St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    The Trustees’ Mobile Adventures and New Bedford Parks, Recreation, and Beaches present the Trails of New Bedford Fall Series at the Ricketson Nature Center in Brooklawn Park. Families can partake […]

  • Spooktacular Family Fun

    Family Resource and Development Center 128 Union Street, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Bring your little pumpkins for a morning filled with Halloween cheer. The Family Resource and Development Center will host a family event Friday, Oct. 25, from 10 a.m. to noon. […]

  • Deep Sea Monsters: Halloween Day at the Whaling Museum

    New Bedford Whaling Museum 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Spend a Halloween-themed afternoon at the Whaling Museum. Explore maritime history with a spooky twist. Hear about the “monsters” sailors claimed to see. Join a scavenger hunt with not-so-scary whales. […]

  • Halloween Party at Buzzards Bay Brewing

    Buzzards Bay Brewing 98 Horseneck Rd, Westport, MA, United States

    The brewery turns into a Halloween hangout on Friday, Oct. 31, from 3 to 8 p.m. Guests can enter the corn maze, join a ghost hunt, and take part in […]

  • MACs Annual Halloween Parade

    Marion Music Hall 164 Front Street, Marion, MA, United States

    The Marion Art Center’s Halloween Parade steps off Friday, October 31. Everyone in costume is welcome to join the fun. Lineup starts at 4 p.m. in front of the Marion […]

  • Bank of America “Museums on Us” Weekend

    New Bedford Whaling Museum 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Bank of America’s Museums on Us program brings free general admission on Saturday, Feb. 7, and Sunday, Feb. 8. Show a Bank of America, Merrill, or Bank of America Private […]

  • Tracing your Ancestors: Researching Cape Verdean Genealogy

    New Bedford Whaling Museum 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Researchers and archivists will share experiences tracing family histories. Participants will learn tips and tools on how to find family branches. The free online program focuses on Cape Verdean-descended families. […]

  • AHA! Night: Made in NB!

    Downtown New Bedford Union St. /Purchase St. Area, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Downtown New Bedford comes alive Thursday, Nov. 13, for "AHA! Night: Made in NB." The free event celebrates the city’s creative energy with exhibits and activities throughout downtown. Artisan markets […]

  • Birding Past & Present at RJD

    Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum 396 County St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Mass Audubon will host Birding Past and Present on Thursday, Nov. 13, at 5:30 p.m. as part of AHA Night. The free program is for anyone curious about the birds […]

  • Nature Play & Learn: Backyard Birding

    Ricketson Nature Center 54 Irvington St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    The Trustees’ Mobile Adventures and New Bedford Parks, Recreation and Beaches continue their Nature Play and Learn Fall Series on Friday, Nov. 14, at the Ricketson Nature Center in Brooklawn […]

  • Nature Play & Learn: Owl Prowl

    Ricketson Nature Center 54 Irvington St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    The Trustees’ Mobile Adventures and New Bedford Parks, Recreation and Beaches present Nature Play and Learn Fall Series at the Ricketson Nature Center in Brooklawn Park. The next session, Owl […]

  • Trails of New Bedford

    Ross C. Mathieu Nature Trail Jordan Rd., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Trustees’ Mobile Adventures and New Bedford Parks, Recreation, and Beaches present the Trails of New Bedford monthly hikes this fall. Each month, a new local trail is featured, along with […]

  • Odd Ball Shopping Mall Holiday Market at The Vault

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

    The Odd Ball Shopping Mall Holiday Marketplace is at the Vault on Sunday, Nov. 23, from noon to 5 p.m. A dozen local makers and artists will sell unusual gifts […]

  • Nature Play & Learn: Nature Art

    Ricketson Nature Center 54 Irvington St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    The Trustees’ Mobile Adventures and New Bedford Parks, Recreation and Beaches will continue the Nature Play and Learn Fall Series at the Ricketson Nature Center in Brooklawn Park. The session […]

  • Annual Brewery Stroll at Buzzards Bay Brewing

    Buzzards Bay Brewing 98 Horseneck Rd, Westport, MA, United States

    Annual Brewery Stroll is on Saturday, Nov. 29, from noon to 5 p.m. Attendees can tour the farm, shop for holiday gifts and listen to music. Food will be available […]

  • Twirl & Whirl: The Nutcracker

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

    Excerpts from "The Nutcracker" will be performed on Wednesday, Dec. 3, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at NBAM. Dancers from the New Bedford Ballet and Youth Ballet will participate. The […]

  • Seussical The Musical

    Seussical The Musical
    The Steeple Playhouse 159 William Street, New Bedford, MA, United States

    "Seussical" brings Dr. Seuss’ beloved characters to life in a colorful, musical adventure. Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, Mayzie, and Jojo lead the story from […]