NEW BEDFORD: With summer quickly approaching, New Bedford, a dynamic community, will host numerous thrilling festivals and big events. Everyone may enjoy anything, from delicious seafood to exciting cultural events.
The schedule of events includes the always entertaining Whaling City Festival from July 11–14, the 108th annual Celebration of the Feast of the Blessed Sacrament from August 1-4, and Oysterfest from June 15 to NB Roots & Branches on July 20.
There won’t be a shortage of fun and entertainment in New Bedford this summer with so many interesting festivals and events scheduled.
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So gather your loved ones and put these dates on your calendars so you may enjoy a summer full of amazing experiences:
Date of RPRC Fest: June 15
Railroad Park Recording Co.’s RPRC Fest, which takes place at 50 Madeira Avenue, New Bedford on Saturday, June 15 at 10 a.m., promises a day full of music, food, and fun. Including more than 20 multi-genre performers, such as A Wilhelm Scream and Sage Francis, two local favorites.
Wander around the numerous vendors and interactive activities, or take in the acoustic performances and beer garden during a break from the main stage. Don’t pass up this chance to engage with the neighborhood and create lasting memories with loved ones.
Cisco Brewers’ Oysterfest
June 15, the date
The first-ever New Bedford Oysterfest is coming up; get ready to luxuriate in fresh oysters and support the local aquaculture scene. This event, which is being hosted by Cisco Brewers and the New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center, promises a wide selection of oysters that have been hand-shucked from the best oyster producers in the area, in addition to craft beers and cocktails, live music, and breathtaking views directly on the waterfront.
A keepsake oyster shucking knife and support for the FHC are also included with every ticket. Rain or weather, join in on the excitement at Cisco Brewers New Bedford.
Dates of the Summer Solstice Music Festival: June 21–23
Join the Summer Solstice Music Festival at 179 Legacy Lane, Westport, which features live bands, open mic nights, drumming, art, cuisine, and sustainability resources. In addition to raising awareness, this event provides financial assistance for the Heron Center’s programs in wellness education, artist residencies, and environmental protection. Don’t pass up this special and profound opportunity.
The Westport, Connecticut, Heron Educational Center for the Human Spirit grounds.
This file photo from Herald News shows the grounds of the Heron Educational Center for the
Human Spirit in Westport.
COLIN FURZE
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Date: July 10–July 14, 2024; Buzzards Bay Musicfest
Buzzards Bay Musicfest, a free concert series at the Fireman Performing Arts Center at Tabor Academy, featuring a range of musical genres at 232 Front St., Marion. According to the organizers, the performances will include renowned players and a dizzying assortment of sounds, including jazz, swing, piano duets, and harp in addition to major symphonic compositions. Don’t pass up this incredible opportunity.
NB Branches & Roots
Today is July 20.
A memorable day of art, music, and community awaits you at the 2nd annual NB Roots & Branches Fest. The event this year promises to provide New Bedford a genuinely unique experience with an expanded roster and new locations. There is something for everyone at this festival, including folk, jazz, Cape Verdean dance music, and a performance by the string quartet of the New Bedford Symphony Orchestra.
Attendees should also make time for the closing performance, “Moving Canvas Moving Forward,” which features live musical accompaniment to the moving panoramas created by local visual artists. The best part is that community sponsors and public funding initiatives make the festival entirely free.
Customers are invited by Fiesta Shows to the Whaling City Festival, which is held in New Bedford’s Buttonwood Park.
In this file photo from the Standard-Times, Fiesta Shows greets attendees at the Whaling City Festival at Buttonwood Park in New Bedford.
David W. Oliveira
Festival of Whaling City
Date: July 11–14
Enjoy unlimited fun, delectable food, and thrilling rides at the Whaling City Festival. Visit Buttonwood Park in New Bedford from July 11 to July 14 with the whole family to enjoy 15 exhilarating rides and a bustling midway. Get a wristband mega pass online to take advantage of exclusive offers.
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A free family event in downtown New Bedford from 6 to 9 p.m. that pays tribute to the 1950s and supports the local community will feature rare and vintage automobiles, food trucks, live entertainment, beverages, and merchants.
Date of the Mattapoisett Harbor Days: July 20–21, 2024
A fun-filled weekend of festivities is on the horizon for Harbor Days 2024. Mattapoisett’s Shipyard Park will be bustling with merchants, live entertainment, delectable food, raffles, and more on July 20 and 21, 2024. This year, the Mattapoisett Lions Club is thrilled to host this event for the community once more.
the first evening of the Blessed Sacrament Feast at New Bedford’s Madeira Field.
the first evening of the Blessed Sacrament Feast at New Bedford’s Madeira Field.
THE STANDARD-TIMES/PETER PEREIRA
The Blessed Sacrament’s 108th Annual Celebration is being held this year.
Dates: August 1–4.
Bring back the Feast of the Blessed Sacrament with world-class entertainment suitable for all age groups! Participate in the excitement as the Festeiros, or members of the feast committee, open the festivities at Our Lady of Immaculate Conception Church with a unique procession and benediction. There’s something for everyone, with live entertainment every hour at five venues, including cabaret and Fado performers at the Courtyard Café.
Enjoy the mouthwatering malassadas and barbecued beef that are staples of traditional Madeiran Portuguese cuisine. Plus, take part in a range of family-friendly activities during the Family Day program, such as face painting and more.
Dates of Whale City Comedy Festival: August 28–September 1, 2024
Join us for the yearly Whale City Comedy Festival and laugh the whole night away! This 5-night festival, which takes place over Labor Day weekend at various unusual venues in New Bedford, Fall River, Westport, and beyond, has over 30 entertaining comedians. Featured artists have been seen on Comedy Central, Hulu, and Netflix.
Date: October 5, New Bedford Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival
From noon until five o’clock in the evening, foodies may enjoy a delectable experience at Fort Taber’s food truck festival, which is situated at 1000 S. Rodney French Blvd., New Bedford. There will be over thirty local food trucks dishing up their delectable fare, along with craft beer, kid-friendly entertainment, and live music. Tickets for the pre-sale are $5 and $10 at the door.
