AHA! Pride is Thursday, June 11, with music, art, dance, and community events across downtown New Bedford. YMCA Southcoast sponsors the event. The annual Pride Block Party features live performances, craft vendors, food trucks, family activities, and community art. More than 30 craft vendors and community partners will line Upper William Street from 5 to […]
Slow things down with outdoor yoga starting Thursday, May 14 at Hathaway Park. Classes run from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Additional sessions are May 28 and June 11. Registration required. All experience levels welcome. The rain location is Freetown Council on Aging Fitness Room at 227 Chace Road. This free program features a variety of […]
Wrap up the week with self-defense classes starting Friday, May 1 at Hathaway Park. Classes run from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Additional sessions are May 15, May 29, and June 12. Registration is required. Designed for beginners and open to all ages. The rain location is Freetown Council on Aging Fitness Room at 227 Chace […]
Craig DeMelo is a versatile singer/songwriter from Acushnet who can sing a ballad or blast out a rock song. Craig has opened for Howie Day, Hootie and the Blowfish, Matchbox 20, the Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Less than Jake, Griffin House, and Ed Kowalczyk during his career. Admission is $25 per carload. No refunds or changes will […]
Luminosity is the theme of this year’s annual garden party fundraiser at the RJD. The event supports the museum’s mission. Guests will gather in the newly illuminated historic garden for performances, refreshments, and the estate's historic setting. New landscape lighting will bring the gardens to life when the sun sets. The project is part of […]
Cool treats are coming to neighborhoods across New Bedford on Saturday, June 13, during the New Bedford Police Department's 2026 Ice Cream Social. Families can stop by for one free […]
Buzzards Bay Brewing's summer concert series continues with live music and local food. Concerts begin at 6 p.m. Food service usually starts around 4 p.m. On Saturday, June 13 BBQ y MAS will have food available throughout the evening. Brownell's Bakery will have fresh-baked treats. Roots Run Wild will perform Americana, roots music, and with […]
A longtime South Coast tradition returns for its 15th year at Cushman Park. The free summer series features 10 weeks of yoga and Qigong, with classes held on Tuesdays and Fridays at 8:30 a.m. from June 16 through Aug. 21. Free outdoor yoga begins June 16 and continues Tuesdays at 8:30 a.m. through Aug. 21. […]
Yoga in the Park returns Tuesdays from June 16 through Aug. 25 at 5:30 p.m. at Hazelwood Park in New Bedford. This free outdoor wellness series features gentle movement, mindful breathing, relaxation, and a variety of yoga styles for all experience levels. Participants are encouraged to bring a mat, water, and a friend. The program […]
Dartmouth’s Summer Concert Series opens Wednesday, June 17, at Apponagansett Park on Gulf Road near Padanaram Bridge and Town Landing. Concerts run Wednesdays through Aug. 26 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. That 80’s Band will kick off the series with fun dance hits from the 1980s. The five-piece group performs […]
Classes run Fridays from 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. Cost is $22 per class. A 10-class series is available for $199 and includes Cisco and Sangha merchandise. Classes are free for Sangha Unlimited members. First class is on Friday, June 19. Participants should bring a yoga mat or towel and water. Practice is held on the […]
Since 2011, a South Coast favorite has brought free wellness classes to Cushman Park. Now in its 15th year, the program continues with 10 weeks of yoga and Qigong, held Tuesday and Friday mornings at 8:30 a.m. from June 16 through Aug. 21. Free Qigong begins June 19 and runs Fridays at 8:30 a.m. through […]
Jules and Gerry continue to make time to perform together despite their busy solo schedules. Whether as a duo or with a full band, they bring energy and strong chemistry to every performance. Setlists span artists including U2, Fleetwood Mac, Taylor Swift, Maggie Rogers, The Rolling Stones, and Radiohead. Dueling guitars, live looping, and tight […]
Rylee Gonsalves and Zack Nunes will perform.
Dartmouth’s Summer Concert Series continues Wednesday, June 24, at Apponagansett Park on Gulf Road near Padanaram Bridge and Town Landing. Concerts run from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Misdemeanor will perform a mix of retro hits from the 1970s and 1980s, including pop rock, disco, and funk favorites. The five-piece band […]
J. Kelley mixes rock, power pop, Americana, and folk with a sound that continues to grow. The Southeastern Massachusetts singer-songwriter has released four critically acclaimed albums. His newest release, Burning Season, leans into louder guitars and more mature themes. His live shows have earned a strong following across the region. Each $25 ticket covers one […]
Last Day On Earth will headline Dartmouth’s Summer Concert Series on Wednesday, July 1, at Apponagansett Park on Gulf Road near Padanaram Bridge and Town Landing. Music starts at 6:30 p.m. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. The six-piece band performs classic rock hits from the 1960s through the 1990s with a setlist built around familiar […]
Mike Mahoney has been performing professionally since 1975. He has spent the past 41 years as lead singer and rhythm guitarist for New Bedford's Pearly Baker Band, a Grateful Dead tribute group. His song choices lean toward music that is fun, thoughtful, and easy to connect with. Sets often include Grateful Dead songs along with […]
Free live music is back in downtown New Bedford with the 2026 Summer Sound Series. The outdoor concerts feature nine Friday night performances on select dates from June through September. Music runs from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. The July 3 concert begins at 6 p.m. and will be followed by fireworks over […]
Loose Screws will perform on Wednesday, July 8, at Apponagansett Park on Gulf Road near Padanaram Bridge and Town Landing as part of Dartmouth’s Summer Concert Series. Music starts at 6:30 p.m. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. The band plays a mix of hits from the 1970s through today, with rock favorites designed to keep […]
Freetown’s Summer Concert Series consists of three free concerts at the bandstand at 5 South Main St. in Assonet. Performances are scheduled every other Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. Rain dates are set for the following Tuesday. July 14 The Dave Richardson Band will open the series with a mix of New Orleans funk, […]
Free live music is back in downtown New Bedford with the 2026 Summer Sound Series. The outdoor concerts feature nine Friday night performances on select dates from June through September. Music runs from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. July 17 — The Groovalottos Genre: Funk The performance kicks off the NB Roots and […]
Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery will hold its seventh annual Vine to Table event on Saturday, July 25, at 6 p.m. Guests will begin the evening with sparkling wine and local food while overlooking the vineyard. Owner Robert Russell will welcome guests among the vines before dinner begins. Chef Rizwan Ahmed created a four-course menu […]
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