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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Jun 3 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
3:00 pm
Longtime New England musician/author Matt York will perform the songs of Johnny Cash and tell stories about Cash’s career spanning from the 1950’s to his passing in 2003. He’ll discuss Cash’s emergence as a groundbreaking... Read more »
New Bedford Wilks Library
2:00 pm
The next installment of Movies Through the Decades is the family-favorite from Pixar, Ratatouille! From the creators of Cars and The Incredibles comes a breakthrough comedy with something for everyone! With delightful new characters, Ratatouille... Read more »
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center
Jun 8 @ 4:00 pm
4:00 pm
The Queer Arts Council of New Bedford presents the 5th Annual AHA! PRIDE BLOCK PARTY! Join the festive fun in Custom House Square as they close the streets and fill them with celebrations of LGBTQ+... Read more »
Custom House Square
6:30 pm
The Zeiterion invites musicians and music lovers to grab your instruments for a jam session led by sax player and music educator Emmanuel “Manny” Escobar! Shed all your cares, enjoy live music, improv and jam... Read more »
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center
Jun 10 @ 2:00 pm
2:00 pm
New Bedford Ballet Bids Farewell to Winter with their Performance of The Snow Queen Still recovering from winter fatigue? New Bedford Ballet’s performance of The Snow Queen is guaranteed to melt any remaining memories of... Read more »
Zeiterion Theatre
Jun 10 @ 8:00 pm
8:00 pm
New Bedford Ballet Bids Farewell to Winter with their Performance of The Snow Queen Still recovering from winter fatigue? New Bedford Ballet’s performance of The Snow Queen is guaranteed to melt any remaining memories of... Read more »
Zeiterion Theatre
11:00 am
Back by popular demand– Buy Black NB brings you an event with a hand-selected diverse group of local vendors offering you an opportunity to find your next favorite product! Celebrate the summer and enjoy art,... Read more »
Rotch Jones Duff House Garden & Museum
12:00 am
We are proud to announce our 51st Annual Cape Verdean Recognition Parade will be held on Saturday, July 1, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. The parade starting point will be Rockdale Avenue and Union Street at... Read more »
11:00 am
Scott Martell performs his brand of magical entertainment at the New Bedford Free Public Library. Enjoy a family magic show featuring comedy and surprises for all ages! There is no registration for this event. Hope... Read more »
New Bedford Main Library
5:00 pm
AHA! Night – Exhibit Opening – Sea Monsters: Real and Imagined Thurs., 7/13 5-8 PM Center (38 Bethel Street, New Bedford) Sea Monsters: Real and Imagined showcases real-life deep-sea creatures as well as those from... Read more »
New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center
Jul 13 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
5:00 pm
Buy Black NB brings you a fun, family event with a hand-selected variety of local vendors offering you an opportunity to support young entrepreneurs is New Bedford as part of AHA! Night.
Custom House Square
Aug 5 – Aug 26 all-day
12:00 am
Join us in the heart of Downtown New Bedford for a fun shopping experience! This pop up shop will be featuring: • The Artisan Whale Tail Clothing Brand • Pearl & Bee Handmade Eco-Friendly Handmade... Read more »
Co-Creative Pop Up Shop
12:00 am
A day on wheels with the community. The 4th annual commUNITY Roll Out meet up location is Rockdale Ave and union st. Where we take the streets with bikes, skates, scooters, strollers, and Walkers. We... Read more »
Buttonwood park
Aug 12 @ 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm
3:00 pm
Join us for a roller disco party right in Buttonwood Park! We will be skating on the basketball courts across from the Zoo entrance. Bring your own roller or inline skates. Plenty of room to... Read more »
Buttonwood Park Basketball courts