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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May 31 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
5:00 pm
Participate in New Bedford Art Museum’s monthly Poetry Slam as a speaker or listener. Meet friends and enjoy the richness of language, imagery and thought as demonstrated in this eternal art form. This free program... Read more »
Jun 1 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
5:30 pm
Spinner Publications proudly presents ‘Hometown’, a memoir written by former New Bedford mayor John K. Bullard. A pre-publication book launch for ‘Hometown’ is taking place June 1 at the New Bedford Whaling Museum from 5:30... Read more »
Jun 2 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
5:00 pm
Rowan Desautels is an up and coming singer-songwriter from New Bedford, Massachusetts. Rowan discovered her love for music at the age of 11 when her mother rekindled her high school romance with Rowan’s now step-father,... Read more »
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 »
Jun 6 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Jun 8 all-day
12:00 am
Please join us at the New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center for the June Seaport Session, featuring Pebbles of Rain! Pebbles of Rain plays eclectic acoustic music with deep roots and long branches that reach out... Read more »
Jun 8 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
5:00 pm
State of the Union by Jane O’Hara Opening reception June 8th 5-7pm Opening reception for the State of the Union exhibition by Jane O’Hara. Show your Pride, color a flag and celebrate your unique identity.... Read more »
Jun 8 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
6:00 pm
VIP V Walking Tour – Notable People in New Bedford History June 8, 2023, 6PM Gather at Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum, 396 County Street. This Walking Tour will highlight people as well as places... Read more »
Jun 8 @ 6:30 pm
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 »
Jun 8 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
7:00 pm
Please join us at the New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center for the June Seaport Session, featuring Pebbles of Rain! Pebbles of Rain plays eclectic acoustic music with deep roots and long branches that reach out... Read more »
Jul 1 all-day
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 »
Jul 1 @ 10:00 am – Jul 29 @ 3:00 pm
10:00 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 »
Jul 13 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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 »
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 »
Aug 10 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
7:00 pm
Concert: Sharks Come Cruisin’ Thursday, August 10 • 7 PM • FREE! • New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center, 38 Bethel Street New Bedford MA 02740 Look out – Sharks are coming to the Center on... Read more »
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