• Real Deal at Knuckle Heads

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

    The Real Deal is an R&B band that performs non-stop high-energy dance music across the decades.

  • Ahab’s Head: American Vengeance

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

    Ahab’s Head: American Vengeance opens December 13 at the New Bedford Whaling Museum. The new installation is by Boston artist and sculptor Heidi Whitman. It is an immersive look at […]

  • Nature Play & Learn: Evergreen Explorers

    New Bedford Free Library 613 Pleasant Street, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Join Mobile Adventures for a fun and educational morning focused on evergreen trees. Activities include exploring tree rings, identifying common evergreens, and creating crafts with pinecones. The program is designed […]

  • Crunch Time Craft Group

    Hatch Street Studios 88 Hatch Street, New Bedford, MA, United States

    It is crunch time for finishing holiday gifts, and this group offers support and company. A quilter, crocheter, and leather worker led the gathering. Makers sit together and work. Any […]

  • Holiday Table Mat: Beginner Hand Loom Weaving One Day Workshop

    Amy C Lund Handweaver Studio & Gallery 88 Hatch Street, Studio 211 (second floor), New Bedford, MA, United States

    This $285 beginner workshop introduces the art of loom weaving on 4-shaft floor or table looms. Participants use seasonal colors and textured yarns to create a holiday centerpiece mat or […]

  • dNB Holiday Stroll at FHC

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

    The Fishing Heritage Center will take part in dNB’s annual Holiday Stroll on Saturday, Dec. 13, from noon to 4 p.m. Story time will run throughout the afternoon with appearances […]

  • dNB Holiday Stroll 2025

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

    Mark your calendar for the 2025 dNB Holiday Stroll on Saturday, Dec. 13, from noon to 5 p.m. in downtown New Bedford. A rain date is set for Saturday, Dec. […]

  • A New England Nutcracker

    Keith Middle School 225 Hathaway Blvd, New Bedford, United States

    New Bedford Ballet will present A New England Nutcracker on Saturday, Dec. 13 at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. at Keith Middle School. The story is set in 1850s New […]

  • NBFT Holiday Show: My Favorite Things

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

    New Bedford Festival Theatre will present its annual holiday program, "My Favorite Things," on Dec. 13 at 6 p.m. at Steeple Playhouse. NBFT alum Alex Cruz of Moulin Rouge is […]

  • Truue at Ryan’s Sports Pub

    Ryan's Sports Pub and Billiards 500 Hathaway Rd, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Truue is a talented group changing from a duet to a trio to a band. The musicians play rock music with a shot of country.

  • The Blues Room at Bento’s

    Bento's 555 Pleasant St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    The Blues Room monthly event is on Saturday, Dec. 13 at 7 p.m. The Mwalim Trio will perform alongside rotating guest artists. The group is known for expressive, roots-based blues. […]

  • Anna Freitas at Cisco

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

    Anna Freitas is a self-employed guitar player, vocalist and guitar instructor at Milton Academy.

  • Donna the Buffalo at Narrows

    Narrows Center for the Arts 16 Anawan St., Fall River, MA, United States

    Donna The Buffalo is not just a band, rather one might say that Donna The Buffalo has become a lifestyle for its members and audiences. Since 1989, the roots rockers […]

  • Your Favorite Color at Ying Dynasty

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

    Your Favorite Color is a high-energy dance/show band with four members in the music industry for over 30 years. The lead singer, Duke Jones, was signed with Columbia Records in 1989 […]

  • A Wilhelm Scream celebrating 20th anniversary of RUINER at The Vault

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

    A Wilhelm Scream marks the 20th anniversary of the RUINER album on Dec. 13 at The Vault Performing Arts Center and Pub. The New Bedford band is known for its […]

  • Brainwheel at Cork

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

    Brainwheel will perform tracks from its soon-to-be-released album as well as several other originals.

  • Christmas Brunch R&B at The Vault

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

    Christmas Brunch R&B sets an easy holiday mood with brunch and smooth, feel-good sounds. Doors open at 11 a.m. Music runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tickets are $25 […]

  • Family Fun Day at Cisco

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

    Family Fun Day brings a winter celebration to the waterfront on Sunday, Dec. 14, from noon to 3 p.m. Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive at noon on the Cisco Sleigh. […]

  • Annual Children’s Christmas Concert

    Sippican Elementary School 16 Spring Street, Marion, MA, United States

    Rehearsals are well underway for the Annual Children’s Christmas Concert. The program kicks off in the afternoon at the Marion Stroll. Admission is free as a gift to the community. […]

  • Songs of Light: Jewish Choral Music and Sing-Along

    Tifereth Israel Congregation 145 Brownell Avenue, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Join Tifereth Israel for Songs of Light, a Hanukkah concert featuring Koleinu, Boston’s Jewish Chorus. The program includes Jewish choral music and familiar Hanukkah songs. The event welcomes all ages. This performance is supported through the generosity of Steve Silverstein.

  • NBSO Holiday Pops

    NBSO Holiday Pops
    New Bedford High School 230 Hathaway Blvd., New Bedford, MA, United States

    New Bedford Symphony Orchestra will bring back its Holiday Pops concerts on Sunday, Dec. 14, at 3:30 and 7 p.m. in the Bronspiegel Auditorium. Yaniv Dinur will lead the performances […]

  • Westport Sketch Comedy Show

    Westport Grange 181 931 Main Rd., Westport, MA, United States

    Westport Sketch Comedy Show takes place Sunday, Dec. 14, at 6:30 p.m. at The Grange. The event is free, and nonperishable food donations are appreciated. After eight weeks of classes […]