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SUMMARY:Fire pits at Westport Rivers
DESCRIPTION:Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery offers reserved fire pits for groups throughout the fall. Reservations are $49.99 and are limited.\n\nThursdays\, 5 to 6:45 p.m.: Sept. 24; Oct. 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, and 29.\nFridays\, 5 to 6:45 p.m.: Sept. 25; Oct. 2\, 9\, 16\, 23 and 30.\nSaturdays: 1 to 2:45 p.m.\, 3 to 4:45 p.m.\, and 5 to 6:45 p.m. Available dates shown include Sept. 26 and Oct. 3.\n\nReservations are nonrefundable unless fire pits are closed because of inclement weather.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/fire-pits-at-westport-rivers/2026-10-15/
LOCATION:Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery\, 417 Hixbridge Rd.\, Westport\, MA\, 02790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Fall Activities,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Music on Saturdays at Westport Rivers
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy live music from some of the area’s talented artists on Saturdays from 3 to 5 p.m. at Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery. \nSept. 26: Bob Porawski\nOct. 3: Dave DeLuca\nOct. 10: Craig DeMelo\nOct. 17: Redfish\nOct. 24: Bob Porawski \nAdmission is free.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/music-on-saturdays-at-westport-rivers/2026-10-10/
LOCATION:Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery\, 417 Hixbridge Rd.\, Westport\, MA\, 02790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Fall Activities,Music,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T120000
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SUMMARY:Crush Festival at Westport Rivers
DESCRIPTION:Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery will mark its 40th anniversary harvest with Crush Festival on Saturday\, Oct. 10 from noon to 5 p.m. \nThe celebration will feature fall food and drinks\, hayrides\, fire pits\, live music\, and plenty of grapes. Craig DeMelo will perform from 3 to 5 p.m.\, and Farmers Feast and Rhode Rage will also be on site. \nA special “Vine to Vino” experience will offer a behind-the-scenes look at grape harvesting and winemaking with members of the Westport Rivers team. Tickets are available online. \nAdmission is free. Hayrides\, fire pits\, and the “Vine to Vino” experience require tickets or reservations.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/crush-festival-at-westport-rivers/
LOCATION:Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery\, 417 Hixbridge Rd.\, Westport\, MA\, 02790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Fall Activities,Family,Festival
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SUMMARY:Saturday Hayrides at Westport Rivers
DESCRIPTION:Hayrides are held on  Saturdays through October at Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery. Rides leave every 30 minutes from noon to 4:30 p.m. and last about 30 minutes.\n\nTickets are available on-site only at the outside bar for $10\, or $7.50 for wine club members.\n\nThe tractor-pulled wagon travels through the vineyard to the lower field\, offering views of the vines\, river\, and areas not usually open to the public. Each rider can also choose a souvenir pumpkin to take home.\n\nHayrides are weather permitting.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/saturday-hayrides-at-westport-rivers/2026-10-10/
LOCATION:Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery\, 417 Hixbridge Rd.\, Westport\, MA\, 02790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Fall Activities,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T184500
DTSTAMP:20260922T190859Z
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SUMMARY:Fire Pits at Westport Rivers
DESCRIPTION:Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery offers reserved fire pits for groups throughout the fall. Reservations are $49.99 and are limited.\n\nThursdays\, 5 to 6:45 p.m.: Sept. 24; Oct. 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, and 29.\nFridays\, 5 to 6:45 p.m.: Sept. 25; Oct. 2\, 9\, 16\, 23 and 30.\nSaturdays: 1 to 2:45 p.m.\, 3 to 4:45 p.m.\, and 5 to 6:45 p.m. Available dates shown include Sept. 26 and Oct. 3.\n\nReservations are nonrefundable unless fire pits are closed because of inclement weather.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/fire-pits-at-westport-rivers-2/2026-10-09/
LOCATION:Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery\, 417 Hixbridge Rd.\, Westport\, MA\, 02790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Fall Activities,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:2026 NER Concours at Westport Rivers
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Northeast Region Porsche Club of America Concours is on Sunday\, Oct. 4\, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery. \nThis year’s “Years in Decades” People’s Choice car show will feature Porsche vehicles\, food trucks\, wine tastings\, beer and live music by The Unlikely Strummers. \nAdmission is free and open to the public.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/2026-ner-concours-at-westport-rivers/
LOCATION:Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery\, 417 Hixbridge Rd.\, Westport\, MA\, 02790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Fall Activities,Family,Free,Outdoors
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CREATED:20260922T191602Z
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SUMMARY:Fire pits at Westport Rivers
DESCRIPTION:Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery offers reserved fire pits for groups throughout the fall. Reservations are $49.99 and are limited.\n\nThursdays\, 5 to 6:45 p.m.: Sept. 24; Oct. 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, and 29.\nFridays\, 5 to 6:45 p.m.: Sept. 25; Oct. 2\, 9\, 16\, 23 and 30.\nSaturdays: 1 to 2:45 p.m.\, 3 to 4:45 p.m.\, and 5 to 6:45 p.m.\n\nAvailable dates shown include Sept. 26 and Oct. 3.\n\n\n\nReservations are nonrefundable unless fire pits are closed because of inclement weather.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/fire-pits-at-westport-rivers-3/2026-10-03/3/
LOCATION:Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery\, 417 Hixbridge Rd.\, Westport\, MA\, 02790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Fall Activities,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T200000
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UID:10168342-1784311200-1784318400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Sunset Music Series: Butch McCarthy
DESCRIPTION:Butch McCarthy is a New Bedford musician and visual artist active in the South Coast arts scene.\n\nHe performs Americana\, folk\, and roots rock as a solo artist and with The Gentlemen of Leisure. He is a regular presence in local venues and regional summer music series.\n\nMcCarthy is also a painter whose work has been shown in galleries along the South Coast and Cape Cod.\nFood trucks include Farmer’s Feast\, Rhode Rage\, BBQ Y Mas\, Blount Clam Shack\, Spindrift Raw Bar\, JoJo’s Coffee\, and Annie’s Ice Cream Shack. \nEach $25 ticket covers one carload. A list of ticket purchasers will be available at the entrance on the night of the event. No refunds or ticket changes unless the event is canceled because of weather.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/sunset-music-series-butch-mccarthy/
LOCATION:Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery\, 417 Hixbridge Rd.\, Westport\, MA\, 02790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T200000
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SUMMARY:Lucy Kaplansky Summer Concert at Westport Rivers
DESCRIPTION:The Westport River Watershed Alliance will host its 10th annual Summer Concert on July 11 at Westport Rivers Vineyard\, featuring folk singer-songwriter Lucy Kaplansky. Rachel Sumner & Traveling Light will open the show. \nGates open at 5 p.m. Tickets are $55 for WRWA members and $65 for nonmembers. A rain date is scheduled for July 12. \nGuests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets. Food trucks\, Westport Rivers Winery\, and Buzzards Bay Brewing will be on site. Outside food and beverages are not permitted. \nKaplansky is known for her contemporary folk music and nationally touring performances. Rachel Sumner & Traveling Light blend folk\, bluegrass\, and stringband influences with award-winning songwriting and harmonies. \n 
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/lucy-kaplansky-summer-concert-at-westport-rivers/
LOCATION:Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery\, 417 Hixbridge Rd.\, Westport\, MA\, 02790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T200000
DTSTAMP:20260616T183252Z
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SUMMARY:Sunset Music Series: Barefoot Dan
DESCRIPTION:Barefoot Dan is a singer\, songwriter and guitarist performing solo acoustic shows across Florida and New England\, including Massachusetts\, Rhode Island\, New Hampshire\, Maine\, Connecticut and Vermont. \nFood trucks include Farmer’s Feast\, Rhode Rage\, BBQ Y Mas\, Blount Clam Shack\, Spindrift Raw Bar\, JoJo’s Coffee\, and Annie’s Ice Cream Shack. \nEach $25 ticket covers one carload. A list of ticket purchasers will be available at the entrance on the night of the event. No refunds or ticket changes unless the event is canceled because of weather.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/sunset-music-series-barefoot-dan/
LOCATION:Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery\, 417 Hixbridge Rd.\, Westport\, MA\, 02790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T200000
DTSTAMP:20260616T182420Z
CREATED:20260616T182420Z
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SUMMARY:Sunset Music Series: Robert Porawski
DESCRIPTION:Robert “Bob” Porawski is a Westport acoustic musician who performs rock\, country\, pop\, and alternative covers at breweries\, restaurants\, private events\, and local venues across southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island.\nFood trucks include Farmer’s Feast\, Rhode Rage\, BBQ Y Mas\, Blount Clam Shack\, Spindrift Raw Bar\, JoJo’s Coffee\, and Annie’s Ice Cream Shack. \nEach $25 ticket covers one carload. A list of ticket purchasers will be available at the entrance on the night of the event. No refunds or ticket changes unless the event is canceled because of weather.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/sunset-music-series-robert-porawski/
LOCATION:Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery\, 417 Hixbridge Rd.\, Westport\, MA\, 02790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T183809Z
CREATED:20260526T183809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T183809Z
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SUMMARY:Sunset Music Series: Gerry Dineen & Julia Peterson
DESCRIPTION: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 harmonies give each song a fresh sound. \nFood trucks include Farmer’s Feast\, Rhode Rage\, BBQ Y Mas\, Blount Clam Shack\, Spindrift Raw Bar\, JoJo’s Coffee\, and Annie’s Ice Cream Shack. \nEach $25 ticket covers one carload. A list of ticket purchasers will be available at the entrance on the night of the event. No refunds or ticket changes unless the event is canceled because of weather.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/sunset-music-series-gerry-dineen-julia-peterson/
LOCATION:Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery\, 417 Hixbridge Rd.\, Westport\, MA\, 02790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T183122Z
CREATED:20260526T183122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T183122Z
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SUMMARY:Sunset Music Series: Craig DeMelo
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAdmission is $25 per carload. No refunds or changes will be offered unless the event is canceled because of weather. \nGuests may bring chairs and blankets. Beer and wine will be available with a valid ID. Service dogs are allowed. Outside food\, alcohol\, coolers\, and pets are not permitted.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/sunset-music-series-craig-demelo/
LOCATION:Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery\, 417 Hixbridge Rd.\, Westport\, MA\, 02790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T200000
DTSTAMP:20260524T211853Z
CREATED:20260524T211050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T211853Z
UID:10166173-1780682400-1780689600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Sunset Music Series: Rebecca Correia
DESCRIPTION:Rebecca Correia opens the summer series on Friday\, June 5. Admission is $25 per carload.\n\nFood trucks scheduled for the night include Farmer’s Feast\, Rhode Rage\, Tacofied\, Blount Clam Shack\, Spindrift Raw Bar\, JoJo’s Coffee\, and Annie’s Ice Cream Shack.\n\nCorreia is a local singer-songwriter who has co-written songs on Keb Mo’s Grammy-nominated album and has performed across the country.\n\nGuests may bring chairs and blankets. Beer and wine will be available with a valid ID. Service dogs are allowed. Outside food\, alcohol\, coolers\, and pets are not permitted.\n\nNo refunds or changes will be offered unless the event is canceled because of weather.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/sunset-music-series-rebecca-correia/
LOCATION:Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery\, 417 Hixbridge Rd.\, Westport\, MA\, 02790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Outdoors
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