Events

Details on the 2012 New Bedford Oktoberfest here: http://www.newbedfordguide.com/new-bedford-oktoberfest-2012/2012/09/14 Music could be heard rising up from downtown New Bedford this past Saturday, the first of October as pedestrians roamed the cobblestone streets, enjoying last of the warm weather.  At the center of it all was Oktoberfest, which was taking place under …

Trivia question: What’s the world’s largest fair that has been going on for over 200 years?  To find out the answer come back next week to the weekend guide. (Hint: Many cities have smaller versions of this fair.) Beautiful weather is ahead of us for the weekend.  It’s welcoming that …

Downtown New Bedford will be host to one last festival before the cold weather is set upon us –Oktoberfest is here!  On October 1st from 3-11 PM will be the 6th Annual Oktoberfest, a party which can be considered “the last big hoorah” before we head into fall and winter.  …

Rain, rain go away!  Well at least let us enjoy the weekend after working hard all week! Unfortunately the forecast for Friday and Saturday calls for rain.  Sunday may be the best day out of the weekend so let’s keep our fingers crossed.  On the positive side the front is …

As the city of New Bedford prepares for the fast-approaching screening of local director Jay Burke’s film “Whaling City” on September 24, NewBedfordGuide.com talked with the film’s star, PJ Sosko, about his work on the film.  In addition, he talked about his roots as an actor and where he hopes …

For the eleventh straight year New Bedford has been ranked the top fishing port in America, taking in $306 million in sales for 2010. Each year the Working Waterfront Festival showcases New Bedford’s fishing industry by offering visitors a chance to enjoy music, contests, food and the chance to meet …

His fans roar their approval as Sir James knocks his opponent down into the dirt of the jousting arena with a mighty blow from his shield.  Men, women and children of all ages cheer on their champion over the loud boos echoing from the other side of the field.  This …

New Bedford & Dartmouth Tire and Car Battery Recycling Day will be held on September 24th.  For a small fee, New Bedford and Dartmouth residents can recycle used tires.  Car batteries are accepted at no charge. The event will take place at the Shawmut Avenue Transfer Station (1103 Shawmut Avenue) …

Sip.  Savor.  Celebrate.  That is what you’ll be in for if you attend WHALE’s upcoming Annual International Wine Festival and Auction on Friday, September 16 from 5:30-9:00 pm in Custom House Square in New Bedford.  Presented by WHALE and Westport Market, the Wine Festival has long been known as the …

On September 18, 2011 from 12-5 PM at Custom House Square, Downtown New Bedford, Inc. will be presenting the sixth annual Chowder Festival. This is a fun filled day for the whole family to get outdoors and enjoy some of the best clam chowder, seafood chowder, kale soup, and stuffed …