20 Things To Do This Weekend (Dec. 08 – Dec. 10)

A rather mild weekend when it comes to temperatures – you should be OK with a good hoodie or sweatshirt with day-time temperatures in the low 40s. Mornings however, will be pretty brisk as we’ll start each day below freezing. So, dress warm as you head out, but perhaps use layers so you can take one of them off as the sun pops out. Last bit to mention is the “s” word – we may have some snow on Sunday in the form of a snow shower, but fret not because it won’t be enough accumulation to worry yourself.

As always, click on the title for more or detailed information on the event. Most of the events were pulled from our event calendar where you can find hundreds of local area events each month. The event calendar is FREE, so if you are a local business, and not taking advantage of FREE publicity, shame on you! Are you a local business and want to sponsor this high traffic, weekend guide? Contact info@newbedfordguide.com for more details. Have an event to add? Add it here. Know of another event this weekend? Post a reply!

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Friday, December 8th

Eat, Shop, Explore, Stay! Destination New Bedford Shopping! (8:00am-9:00pm)
Looking for a unique gift, delicious culinary adventure or unique adventure? Visit New Bedford! It will be worth your trip! FREE 2 hour parking November 24-January 1.

Christmas Festival of Lights (Carver) (2:00pm-9:30pm)
New England’s most memorable holiday tradition, The Christmas Festival of Lights is bigger, brighter, and better than ever – now with over 18 million lights, unlimited Christmas train rides, unlimited use of all rides and attractions and priceless memories! Admission includes Thomas Land, Christmas Festival of Lights, all rides & attractions.

MA/RI Residents save up to $10 by ordering date specific tickets online NOW! NH Residents save up to $10 by ordering November date specific tickets online NOW! Edaville Family Theme Park, 5 Pine St, Carver, Massachusetts.

*Enjoy the comedy of the Portuguese Kids!*

Lawler Branch Fall Story & Craft Time (3:30pm-4:30pm)
Bring you children, grandkids, etc. and enjoy some spring themed pictures books along with a craft activity they’ll enjoy! Children of all ages welcome! Francis J. Lawler Branch Library, 745 Rockdale Ave., New Bedford.

My Big Fat Portuguese Wedding (6:00pm-11:00pm)
My Big Fat Portuguese Wedding will have you laughing, dancing and singing all night with an interactive dinner comedy where YOU are part of the family! Guests will be treated to a delicious meal and memorable moments at the table. When you’re at a Portuguese wedding, everyone’s family – just make sure you put enough money in the envelope! Tickets are only $40 and include dinner and show! Purchase online at Portuguesecomedy.com/events or call or visit Our Lady of Light, 508-672-1900. Holiday parties are welcome! Our Lady of Light Band & Banquet Facility, 664 Quarry St., Fall River.

BlockHead – Live in the Vault (9:30pm)
BLOCKHEAD is a fun, talented band from Newport, RI, who can cover an amazing variety of music. Live Music for Weddings, functions and parties; Wedding Band, Singer, Guitar Player. Greasy Luck Brewpub, 791 Purchase St., New Bedford.

Saturday, December 9th

*Fairhaven’s holiday spirit is all weekend!*

“The Ahead” employee store is now open to the public! (9:00am-7:00pm)
Thousands of first quality overruns and irregulars – men’s and women’s items to choose from. Caps, visors, toques, shirts, fleece, jackets, Polo shirts, divot tools, money clips, t-shirts, leather good, golf gloves, accessories, and more! New Bedford Industrial Park, 270 Barnet Blvd. New Bedford.

Fairhaven Old-Time Holiday (ALL DAY)
The majority of the events take place on Saturday, when fairs and marketplaces and other activities are held in the Town Hall, the First Congregational Church, the Unitarian Memorial Church, Our Lady’s Haven and The Millicent Library in the historical center of town. Visitors can shop for for arts and crafts, gifts, food items, and enjoy holiday luncheons, musical entertainment and more.

Breakfast with Santa (9:00am-11:00am)
Come out and bring the entire family to the PTO’s Annual Breakfast with Santa. Ticket cost is Adult $4 and Children $2, Adult $5 and Child $3 and children under one eat for free. Photos with Santa and 50/50 raffle sold separately. We will serve pancakes, sausage, strawberries and a variety of drinks. There will be a craft table and coloring station. Please enter through the County Street doors. Parker Elementary PTO, 705 County Street, New Bedford.

Millicent’s Holiday Book Fair at Fairhaven’s Old-Time Holiday Event (10:00am-2:00pm)
The author will be signing and selling copies of her book “Great Horned Owlets Rescue” during Fairhaven’s Old-Time Holiday Event/Millicent’s Holiday Book Fair (an Old-Time Holiday event). The majority of the events take place on Saturday, when fairs and marketplaces and other activities are held in the Town Hall, the First Congregational Church, the Unitarian Memorial Church, Our Lady’s Haven and The Millicent Library in the historical center of town. Visitors can shop for for arts and crafts, gifts, food items, and enjoy holiday luncheons, musical entertainment and more. Dec 9th & 10th. Millicent Library Auditorium, 45 Center St., Fairhaven (Walnut St. entrance).

*Don’t miss the holiday classic at the Z!*

Santa Paws! Holiday pictures for your entire family! (11:00am-1:00pm)
Please join us for holiday pictures! Pets and Children welcome! Pictures are $15.00 and will be available for pick up by 12/13. Please make sure all animals are on leashes or in carriers. All monies raised to benefit the homeless animals in our care! Humane Society & Shelter SouthCoast, 31 Ventura Dr., North Dartmouth.

A Christmas Carol at the Z (7:00pm)
Nebraska Caravan Theatre’s celebrated adaptation of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol is an ensemble musical that thrills Zeiterion patrons year after year. Woven throughout this classic tale are beautiful arrangements and moving renditions of holiday songs such as, “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen,” “Greensleeves,” and many more. Featuring a cast of 23 performers, live musicians, and Broadway-style scenery and costumes, audiences cherish this sumptuous holiday classic. Tickets: https://zeiterion.org/a-christmas-carol/

Timmy Brown & Black Diamond – Live in the Vault! (9:30pm)
There will not be an up front ticket fee, but we will collect a $5 cover at the door for this performance. Modern Country. Greasy Luck Brewpub, 791 Purchase St., New Bedford.

Sunday, December 10th

New Bedford Pub Crawl – Toys for Tots Fundraiser (12:00pm-5:00pm)
Greasy Luck Brewpub is organizing a Pub Crawl for the service industry. To participate, you must wear an Ugly Christmas Sweater and pay $20, of which 100% of the proceeds will be donated to Toys for Tots! The more people that participate, the more we can donate. Pub Crawl Stops: Noon – Cork, 1pm – Rose Alley Ale House, 2pm – Freestones, 3pm – Pour Farm Tavern, 4pm – Greasy Luck Bewpub. Rose Alley Ale House and Greasy Luck Brewpub will be donating food to participants of the Pub Crawl at their stops. At the final stop, Greasy Luck, DJ Jr Jay will be spinnin’ pub side tunes from 4pm – 7pm. For tickets, please stop by Greasy Luck at any point ahead of time if you wish to pay by credit card or bring cash with you to the first stop at Cork and we’ll collect it at that time.

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