What's happening in New Bedford in September 2026?

There are 60 events in New Bedford, Massachusetts in September 2026, including Walking Tour: Exploring Extraordinary Whales at New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park, Ranger Choice Tour: at New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park, Underground Railroad Walking Tour at New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park, Walking tour: Women in Whale Ships at New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park. Browse the full September 2026 calendar on VenuNite.

Are there free things to do in New Bedford in September 2026?

Yes — 19 of the listed September 2026 events in New Bedford are free, including concerts, open mics, and community events. Filter by price on the list above.

How do I find events in New Bedford for a specific date in September 2026?

VenuNite lists every upcoming event in New Bedford, Massachusetts with date filters. Use the date picker on this page to narrow September 2026 down to a single day or weekend.

Events in New Bedford — September 2026 (60 Things to Do)

September 2026 in New Bedford, Massachusetts brings 60 live events across the city — from art to community to workshop. 19 of the listed events are free. Here's what's on.

Events in New Bedford — September 2026

All September 2026 Events

Frequently Asked Questions

Events in New Bedford — September 2026

All September 2026 Events

Walking Tour: Exploring Extraordinary Whales

Ranger Choice Tour:

Underground Railroad Walking Tour

Walking tour: Women in Whale Ships

Walking Tour: In the Footsteps of Douglass and Melville, two literary giants!

Walking Tour: Blubber and Bones

First Fridays: Brass, Sass and Serious Fun!

Figure Drawing Open Studio

Sketchbook Club

Whaling Walking Tour: A New Life In New Bedford

Underground Railroad Walking Tour

Walking Tour: The History of New Bedford Harbor

KidZone

LIFELONG LEARNING: Short-course in the History of Photography, 1839-1900

Monthly Artists Share!

Walking Tour: Exploring Extraordinary Whales

Ranger Choice Tour:

Underground Railroad Walking Tour

Walking tour: Women in Whale Ships

Walking Tour: In the Footsteps of Douglass and Melville, two literary giants!

Walking Tour: Blubber and Bones

Figure Drawing Open Studio

Sketchbook Club

Whaling Walking Tour: A New Life In New Bedford

Walking Tour: Exploring Extraordinary Whales

Walking Tour: Exploring Extraordinary Whales

Ranger Choice Tour:

Ranger Choice Tour:

Underground Railroad Walking Tour

Underground Railroad Walking Tour

Walking tour: Women in Whale Ships

Walking tour: Women in Whale Ships

Walking Tour: In the Footsteps of Douglass and Melville, two literary giants!

Walking Tour: In the Footsteps of Douglass and Melville, two literary giants!

Walking Tour: Blubber and Bones

Walking Tour: Blubber and Bones

First Fridays: Brass, Sass and Serious Fun!

First Fridays: Brass, Sass and Serious Fun!

Figure Drawing Open Studio

Figure Drawing Open Studio

Sketchbook Club

Sketchbook Club

Whaling Walking Tour: A New Life In New Bedford

Whaling Walking Tour: A New Life In New Bedford

Underground Railroad Walking Tour

Underground Railroad Walking Tour

Walking Tour: The History of New Bedford Harbor

Walking Tour: The History of New Bedford Harbor

KidZone

KidZone

LIFELONG LEARNING: Short-course in the History of Photography, 1839-1900

LIFELONG LEARNING: Short-course in the History of Photography, 1839-1900

Monthly Artists Share!

Monthly Artists Share!

Walking Tour: Exploring Extraordinary Whales

Walking Tour: Exploring Extraordinary Whales

Ranger Choice Tour:

Ranger Choice Tour:

Underground Railroad Walking Tour

Underground Railroad Walking Tour

Walking tour: Women in Whale Ships

Walking tour: Women in Whale Ships

Walking Tour: In the Footsteps of Douglass and Melville, two literary giants!

Walking Tour: In the Footsteps of Douglass and Melville, two literary giants!

Walking Tour: Blubber and Bones

Walking Tour: Blubber and Bones

Figure Drawing Open Studio

Figure Drawing Open Studio

Sketchbook Club

Sketchbook Club

Whaling Walking Tour: A New Life In New Bedford

Whaling Walking Tour: A New Life In New Bedford

Frequently Asked Questions

Walking Tour: Exploring Extraordinary Whales

Ranger Choice Tour: