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08/18/2026

Calling all veterans and first responders of —next Monday at the Zeiterion is for you!

08/17/2026

2020 was a challenging time for , but Play Arcade defied the odds and opened their doors for the first time that summer—now they're an iconic part of our neighborhood! Please join us in wishing them a very happy SIXTH anniversary! 🥳🕹️

08/15/2026

The 2026 3rd EyE Open in is just ONE WEEK away! We can't wait! 😁

08/15/2026

Head over to Wings Court this afternoon for a Punk Rock Market at Pour Farm Tavern!

08/14/2026

Did you know? August 14 is a special day for one of our favorite faces in ! Please join us in wishing a very happy birthday to the one and only Victor Fonseca! 🥳

Wishing teaching artist and greeter extraordinaire Victor Fonseca a VERY happy birthday! We appreciate all you do for The Z and New Bedford.

08/14/2026

AHA! New Bedford's 2026 Summer Sound Series continues TONIGHT in ! Don't miss live music from the Pearly Baker Band and pop-ups from some of your favorite local spots on Purchase Street!

TONIGHT! We're on for the latest edition of the city's free Summer Sound Series concerts!

🎸Pearly Baker Band
📍Purchase Street Stage
(between Union St. and William St.)
🗓️ TONIGHT, August 14th, 6:30-8:30 PM

⛅ There may be a few showers leading up to the concert, but we're prepared and hope you're ready to dance and groove to the music.

🚗 Park for free! Elm Street and Zeiterion garages are open and free during the Summer Sound Series! You can also park for free at the New Bedford YMCA starting at 5:30 pm.

🎨 Families can visit the New Bedford Art Museum's artMOBILE for some creative fun.

🍻 And don't forget, Candela Cucina (with Abaca Affair), No Problemo, The Pour Farm Tavern - New Bedford, and The Vault Performing Arts Center & Pub will be popping up with snacks and beverages!

Organized by AHA! New Bedford, and presented by Mayor Jon Mitchell, the Summer Sound Series is sponsored by WPRI 12, The Black Whale, Candela Cucina, National Club NB Mexican Cantina, The Whale's Tail, New Bedford Light - A community-news organization, Explore New Bedford, and YMCA Southcoast.

08/14/2026

Did you know? The Barre is celebrating EIGHT YEARS in next month! Save the date for their big anniversary party on September 5! 🥳

08/13/2026

Fun for all ages at the New Bedford Art Museum as part of AHA! Night!

08/13/2026

The New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center's Scallopalooza officially returns to this AHA! Night!

08/12/2026

Did you know? BesTeas does ice cream too! 🍦😋