The New Bedford Film Festival runs April 9 at 8 p.m. through April 12 at 10 p.m. Various experience passes are available. Festival highlights include independent film and emerging storytellers while supporting the city’s creative economy. Programming includes short and feature films, student work, music videos, episodic pieces, documentaries, and public service announcements. Screenings and […]
The Whitfield Manjiro Friendship Society plans a Cherry Blossom Festival from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, May 3, at the Whitfield Manjiro Friendship House. Admission is free. The event highlights Japanese culture and the hanami tradition, featuring a mix of hands-on activities and demonstrations. Activities include ikebana, origami, and Japanese name writing. A kimono […]
Fresh seafood, live music, and waterfront are the highlights at the Fall River Seafood Festival on Saturday, May 23, at the Fall River Carousel and Fall River Heritage State Park. The festival runs from 2 to 6 p.m. and features seafood tastings from local restaurants inside Kyler’s Seafood Hall, presented by Kyler’s Catch of New […]
Our Sisters' School will hold its annual Festival of Arts and Student Achievement on Friday, May 29, from 3:30 to 6 p.m. The free event highlights student accomplishments across academics, creativity, and leadership and is open to the public. Guests are encouraged to arrive at 3:30 p.m. for the opening ceremony featuring Andrea Joy Campbell, […]
Local oyster growers come together at New Bedford Oysterfest 2026 on Saturday, June 6, at Cisco Brewers New Bedford. Guests can choose from two entry times, noon to 2 p.m. or 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Presale tickets are $40 and day-of-event tickets are $45, plus fees. Admission includes seven oyster samples from local growers, one […]
Day of Portugal Fall River 2026 is set for Friday, June 12, through Sunday, June 14, in Fall River. The three-day celebration features Portuguese music, food, culture, and family activities. Friday night opens with performances by DJ Rock The Mike, Tony Borges, and Banda Euro, Bia Caboz, and DJ Dupla Mete Cá sets beginning at […]
Day of Portugal New Bedford celebrates Portuguese culture, music, food, and tradition by bringing the community together for four days of events at Madeira Field and festival grounds. Thursday, June 18, begins with a 6:30 p.m. flag-raising ceremony at New Bedford City Hall, followed by a reception at the Consulate of Portugal. Friday, June 19, […]
Sip & Stroll Harbor Fest will be held Saturday, June 27, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Besse Park and Warren's Harborview, 59 Main St., Wareham. The free, family-friendly event features more than 100 vendors, food trucks, live music, face painting, and bar service by The Bartending Service of New England. Free parking will be […]
La Soul Renaissance’s fourth annual Cape Verdean Poetry Festival is on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at Cape Verdean Veterans Memorial Hall from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. This is for those 21 and older. Admission is free. Music will be provided by DJ Lefty. Featured poets include Sara Lopes, Maia Livramento, and Jeannie Nunes. Erik […]
Freetown holds its Fireworks Festival is on Friday, July 3, at Hathaway Park, with food and activities throughout the day. Fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m. The Fourth of July parade follows Saturday, July 4. It steps off at 10 a.m. from Ridge Hill Road, continues along South Main Street to Water Street, and ends at […]
Fall River's biggest summer tradition is set for Saturday, July 4, as fireworks return to the waterfront for the America 250 Celebration. Activities begin at 5 p.m. Fireworks are scheduled for 9 p.m. Public viewing locations include: Heritage State Park Senator Thomas Norton City Pier Veterans Memorial Bicentennial Park Battleship Cove also offers a unique […]
Cape Verdean Recognition Week concludes Sunday, July 5, with the 54th Cape Verdean Recognition Parade and Kultura Festa in New Bedford. Kultura Festa begins at 11 a.m. at Serenity Gardens, featuring music, food vendors, cultural attractions, and other activities. The parade follows at noon, traveling along Union Street to the Cape Verdean Veterans Memorial Hall.
The Whaling City Festival will be at Buttonwood Park from Thursday, July 9, through Sunday, July 12, with four days of rides, games, pro wrestling and festival food. Hours are 3 to 9 p.m. on Thursday and noon to 9 p.m. Friday through Sunday. Unlimited ride wristbands are available for $30 online and $35 on […]
A summer favorite returns to downtown Fall River on Friday, July 17. The Fall River Food Truck Festival will bring a variety of food vendors to the Gates of the City from 5 to 8 p.m. Live music, beer and wine, and free admission are also planned. Visitors can sample everything from burgers and shawarma […]
NB Roots & Branches returns to downtown New Bedford on Friday, July 17, and Saturday, July 18, with free live music, dance, art, and community events. Festival highlights include 12 performance areas, a sidewalk sale, street performers, participatory art spaces, and a multimedia finale at The Vault. A kickoff contradance and collaboration with AHA!’s Summer […]
New Bedford’s Feast of the Blessed Sacrament will run from Thursday, July 30, through Sunday, Aug. 2, at Madeira Field. The coveted event showcases Portuguese and Madeiran heritage and attracts visitors from the U.S. and beyond. Festivities begin Thursday, July 30, 6 to 11:30 p.m; Friday, July 31, 5 to 11:30 p.m.; Saturday, Aug, 1, […]
The Senhor da Pedra Feast embraces Portuguese faith and heritage for three days at Madeira Field. Festivities include live music, religious observances, and a procession. Here’s the schedule: Friday, Aug. 14: Celebrations begin at 6 p.m. with the raising of the flags and music by Filarmonica do Senhor da Pedra. Thatcher performs at 7 p.m., […]
The Take Me to the River festival is back with live music and food at Tom Norton City Pier on Saturday, Aug. 22 from 4 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Anders Osborne, Fantastic Cat and Neal McCarthy will perform throughout the evening. A collective of food trucks will be on site, along with drinks available to […]
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