Explore the arts & culture of downtown New Bedford and discover your AHA! moments. 
Free fun for everyone!

2026 AHA! Events

aha PRIDE!

June 11

Sponsored by YMCA SOUTHCOAST

A Monthly Neighborhood Clean-up Project

July 7th (7.7)

2026 Schedule

Check out the concert line-up!

COMMUNITY DISCUSSIONS


Partnerships for a Successful Downtown New Bedford:
An Update and Next Steps


Did you miss our most recent Town Hall?
The slides and recording are now available.


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2026 Summer Sound Series

Free Outdoor Concerts Return to Downtown Beginning on June 26 The Summer Sound Series of weekly concerts returns to Downtown New Bedford on June 26, ...
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AHA! Night: Preservation Celebration Highlights the Art, History, & Architecture of New Bedford

It’s National Preservation Month, so you’re invited to join AHA! New Bedford for AHA! Night: Preservation Celebration on Thursday, May 14th, across downtown New Bedford. Featured in ...
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Be Part of the Strategy for a Thriving Downtown New Bedford

Town Hall Meeting on April 27 to provide update and next steps. New Bedford supporters, residents, workers, business and property owners are invited to a ...
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