EVENTS
What’s going on? Events in New Bedford.
There’s always something happening in New Bedford! Whether you're looking for live music, festivals, art openings, lectures, farmer's markets, family-friendly activities, or live theater, New Bedford is the place to go for the best events on the South Coast.
Calendar of Events
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Sep 17 2023 – Sep 17 2024 all-day
12:00 am
KidZone Sundays: September 17th – TBD 2:00pm – 5:00pm Tickets: $5 Ages 4-12 Every Sunday visit the New Bedford Art Museum for Family Friendly Art Activities for children between 4-12 years old. https://newbedfordart.org/education-programs/
Sep 28 @ 10:00 am – Dec 30 @ 4:00 pm
10:00 am
Visit the Offshore Wind Education Exhibit! Explore offshore wind energy, the nation’s first commercial-scale offshore wind project, and new career opportunities offshore wind is bringing to our community. Experience the excitement of designing, building, and... Read more »
Dec 9 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
1:00 pm
New Bedford Ballet will perform its annual production of A New England Nutcracker December 9, at 1:00pm and 4:00pm at Keith Middle School Auditorium located at 225 Hathaway Boulevard, New Bedford, MA. Journey back to... Read more »
Dec 9 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Dec 9 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
4:00 pm
New Bedford Ballet will perform its annual production of A New England Nutcracker December 9, at 1:00pm and 4:00pm at Keith Middle School Auditorium located at 225 Hathaway Boulevard, New Bedford, MA. Journey back to... Read more »
Dec 9 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
4:00 pm
Everyone’s favorite green meanie is back in the studio for this fun all ages canvas paint event. The canvas will be prestenciled & easy to follow for all ages & skill levels. Photo opportunities will... Read more »
Dec 10 all-day
12:00 am
The Annual Holiday House Tour is back on December 10, 2023 from 1pm-5pm for a ONE DAY TOUR. This 29th annual tour is a great opportunity to spend a Sunday afternoon with friends and family... Read more »
Dec 14 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
5:00 pm
Season’s greetings from the Fishing Heritage Center! Stop by the Center on Thursday, December 14 from 5pm to 7pm for AHA! Night to decorate scallop shells (perfect for holiday ornaments) and enjoy free hot chocolate... Read more »
Dec 16 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
1:00 pm
On December 16, 1773, Bostonians threw close to 45 tons of tea into the Boston Harbor. This was not the only protest against British taxes. In New Bedford women created teas out of herbs and... Read more »
Dec 17 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
4:00 pm
Join us for our Annual Christmas Candlelight Service on December 17th, 2023 at 4pm!! We will be kicking off the holiday week with some great folks!! Please come down and hear Pastor Paul Wheeler deliver... Read more »
Dec 19 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
10:00 am
When teenager Percy Jackson discovers he’s a demigod, he and his friends embark on an epic journey to find Zeus’ missing lightning bolt and prevent war among the gods. This dynamic musical adaption of Rick... Read more »
Jan 16 @ 10:00 am
10:00 am
An international tour based on the Historically Black College and University (HBCU) marching band tradition. With riveting rhythms, bold beats and ear-grabbing energy, this stage performance incorporates original compositions and soul-infused interpretations of top 40... Read more »
10:00 am
Bear witness to the world of Anne Frank and other young people living through the Holocaust, from the point of view of Anne Frank’s “best friend.” Sarah is a historically accurate character, based on the... Read more »
Mar 12 @ 10:00 am
10:00 am
A new musical based on the Creatrilogy trio of award-winning picture books by New York Times bestselling author Peter H. Reynolds, The Dot, Ish and Sky Color! When Marisol, a young artist and curator of... Read more »
Mar 18 @ 10:00 am
10:00 am
Featuring BMX, basketball, breakdancing, beatboxing, acrobatics, drumming and more, this phenomenal physical performance explores all forms of rotation. 360 ALLSTARS is a supercharged urban circus boasting a stellar international cast of World Champion and World... Read more »
Apr 8 @ 10:00 am
10:00 am
An original stage adaptation of Marcus Pfister’s colorful story as well as two companion tales: Rainbow Fish Discovers the Deep Sea and Opposites. This performance incorporates puppets and original music to provide very young audiences... Read more »
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