Call for Artists and Performers
Organizers are seeking performers and artists of all ages and disciplines to participate in the 2025 vendor events. Musicians, dancers, poets, visual artists, and other creatives are encouraged to apply. […]
Organizers are seeking performers and artists of all ages and disciplines to participate in the 2025 vendor events. Musicians, dancers, poets, visual artists, and other creatives are encouraged to apply. […]
Opening May 17, the New Bedford Whaling Museum presents "Overheard Underwater," a new immersive installation by multimedia artist Perri Lynch Howard. Merging underwater soundscapes, field recordings, drawings, and marine mammal […]
In recognition of the 50th anniversary of Cape Verdean independence in 2025, the New Bedford Whaling Museum presents Morabeza: Cape Verdean Community in the South Coast. The exhibition is part […]
The New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center opens a new exhibit "Ceremonies & Celebrations," on Thursday, July 3. On view through 2025, the exhibit highlights events that have shaped the city’s […]
New Bedford Creative is accepting applications for the 2026 Artist-in-Residence Program. The deadline is Monday, Dec. 1, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. Now in its ninth year, the program gives artists […]
This is the first retrospective exhibition of renowned photographer Anthony Barboza (b. 1944). A New Bedford native of Cape Verdean descent, Anthony Barboza has, throughout his influential career, demonstrated a […]
The New Bedford Art Museum presents The Shape of Who We Are: Exploring Identity, a juried showcase curated by Marcelle Joseph, an independent curator and collector. Identity can connect us […]
Artists and non-artists are welcome to apply to paint two indoor murals at the Kilburn Mill. Each winning mural will receive $1,500. The original murals, at least 6 by 8 […]
The New Bedford Art Museum is accepting submissions for "Synergies: Hybrid Art," a juried exhibition open to artists worldwide. The show seeks work that blends disciplines, materials, and technologies to […]
New Bedford Creative has opened its application process for the 2026 grant cycle. The programs Art is Everywhere! and Wicked Cool Places aim to support artists, entrepreneurs, and community groups […]
The Narrows Center for the Arts will feature a solo exhibition by artist Brian Fox from Oct. 4 to Dec. 27, 2025. "In the Valley of the Shadow: The Cost […]
The official lineup for FABRIC Arts Festival 2025 is live. From Oct. 9–12, Fall River, and Providence will host four days of art, food, music, and conversation. Now in its […]
Westport natives Merri Cyr and Chief Nij-Pajikwat-Mo`z (Chief Two Running Elk), also known as Robert Cox, are creating the town’s first sculpture of an Eastern Woodlands Indian. It will be […]
Lovin’ Local 2025 brings free live music and food trucks to the brewery every Friday and Saturday. Friday, Oct. 10 Live music: Gary Brown Food truck: BBQ y Mas Saturday, […]
Different StrokeZ is a high-energy band known for delivering throwbacks from the 1990s to today. Their setlists span pop, R&B, hip-hop, and reggae, creating a lively atmosphere filled with familiar […]
MAC Theater presents "Proof" by David Auburn. Rick Sherburne directs. The play follows Catherine, who cared for her gifted but troubled father. After his death, she wrestles with grief and […]
Cedric Burnside brings his new album "Hill Country Love" to The Vault on Friday, October 10, 2025. Doors open at 7 p.m., and the show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets […]
A 5K run planned for World Mental Health Day 2025 will center on more than just the finish line. Set along a looped course at Hazelwood Park, the event encourages […]
This Kundalini yoga class is designed to help participants start the day feeling both energized and calm. The session blends breathwork, gentle movement, meditation, mantra, and relaxation with sound. It […]
Whether you are an enthusiastic beginner or an experienced pro with the wheel, you are welcome in this class. The curriculum will cover all aspects of the ceramics process. Students […]
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 […]
Create a mini tapestry in the shape of a witch hat, candy corn, pumpkin, or bat. Using recycled yarns and cardboard looms, you will learn simple weaving techniques and take […]
The 20th annual Blount Fine Foods New Bedford Seaport Chowder Festival is set for Saturday, Oct. 11, from noon to 5 p.m. at City Pier 3. This annual culinary extravaganza […]
An opening reception for artists Margaret Bruzelius and Nanci Worthington is on Saturday, October 11, from 3 to 5 p.m. This is a free event, open to the public. The […]
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