Southeastern Massachusetts Visitor's Bureau

06/12/2026

The Downtown Taunton Summer Concert Series is Back!

Get ready for four incredible evenings of live music in the heart of Downtown Taunton! Head to Liberty & Union Park from 7–9 PM for a summer filled with great music, community, and fun.

July 17: Jammin': A Tribute to Bob Marley
(Co-hosted with Taunton Diversity Network) Rain Date: August 6

July 24: The Reminisants

July 31: Bree Perry & Friends

August 14: Catnip Junkies

All concerts are FREE and open to the public!

Seating is limited, so be sure to bring your own chair.
Refreshments, including mocktails and soft drinks, will be available for purchase from Talisa's on Main at every show.

Gather your friends, bring the family, and make plans to spend your Friday evenings downtown this summer.

06/10/2026

CREATIVE SECTOR SUMMIT

The 2026 Creative Sector Summit is coming to the Zeiterion in New Bedford, MA, on Friday, June 12, 2026. The theme of this year’s Summit is “Art, Culture and Creativity as Civic Infrastructure.” The Summit will include four tracks of workshops and sessions to choose from: Creative Placekeeping and Public Art; Creative Economy and Workforce Development; Arts, Humanities, and Civic Health; and Cross-Sector Integration.

Reserve your tickets here:
💻 https://zeiterion.pulse.ly/26popuejlb

06/08/2026

AHA! Night: FHC Birthday Bash

Location: Fishing Heritage Center (38 Bethel Street)
Date: Thursday, June 11
Time: 5 PM – 8 PM

Help celebrate the New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center 10th anniversary during the June AHA! Night!

2026 marks their 10th anniversary! Since opening its doors in 2016, the Center has blossomed into a nationally-recognized cultural institution that reaches thousands of visitors with its diverse range of programs, exhibitions, and events.

Don't miss a fun night filled with live music from Sharks Come Cruisin, fisherpoetry courtesy of Moe Bowstern, cake, and more!

06/06/2026

The Day of Portugal Fall River 2026 celebration is almost here, and we are excited to share this year’s incredible lineup! 🎉

Join in on June 12th, 13th, & 14th for a full weekend of Portuguese culture, music, food, and community right here in Fall River!

This is a weekend you won’t want to miss—bring your family, your friends, and your Portuguese pride! 🇵🇹❤️

📍 Fall River, MA
📅 June 12–14, 2026

Tag your friends, share this post, and start making your plans now! The event is free to the public!

06/05/2026

06/04/2026

Oysterfest is back! 🦪

Cisco Brewers New Bedford is hosting Oysterfest on Saturday, June 6th, and it’s going to be a shucking good time.

They’re teaming up with New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center to bring you cold beer, live music, and the freshest oysters!

Grab your tickets and get ready to shuck, sip, and celebrate summer!
💻 https://fishingheritagecenter.pulse.ly/kktvwjldyg

06/02/2026

Protecting the places that make Southeastern Massachusetts so special 🌊💙

Today, we’re proud to highlight one of our valued members and partners, Buzzards Bay Coalition. As a membership-supported non-profit organization, they are dedicated to improving the health of the Buzzards Bay ecosystem through education, conservation, research, and advocacy.

From protecting local waterways to inspiring the next generation of environmental stewards, their work helps preserve the natural beauty and resources that make our region such a special place to live, work, and visit. 🌿

Thank you, Buzzards Bay Coalition, for all that you do for our communities!

For more information on the Buzzards Bay Coalition, please visit:
💻 https://savebuzzardsbay.pulse.ly/okfansra38

05/29/2026

Fins, Flavors & Stories: A New Bedford Full-Day Experience

May 31, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

New Bedford isn’t just a city — it’s a living story of the sea. This signature full-day experience combines three of the city’s best offerings into one unforgettable journey. Walk the docks of America’s most valuable fishing port with an insider guide from the Fishing Heritage Center, then explore their museum’s powerful exhibits on fishing families and history — before tasting your way through New Bedford’s diverse neighborhoods on a guided food tour. From the smell of salt air to the flavors of the city’s many cultures, this is New Bedford the way locals know it.

For more information, please visit:
🖥️ https://nbfoodtours.pulse.ly/tublk15exh

05/29/2026

Fins, Flavors & Stories: A New Bedford Full-Day Experience

May 31, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

New Bedford isn’t just a city — it’s a living story of the sea. This signature full-day experience combines three of the city’s best offerings into one unforgettable journey. Walk the docks of America’s most valuable fishing port with an insider guide from the Fishing Heritage Center, then explore their museum’s powerful exhibits on fishing families and history — before tasting your way through New Bedford’s diverse neighborhoods on a guided food tour. From the smell of salt air to the flavors of the city’s many cultures, this is New Bedford the way locals know it.

For more information, please visit:
🖥️ https://nbfoodtours.pulse.ly/s5wvglv3hd