Looking for fun this holiday season? We’ve got you covered. Fall River is bursting with festive events, cozy experiences, and opportunities to support the local businesses that make our city shine. Here’s your guide to what’s happening in December—let’s make some merry memories!
From the City of Fall River’s tree lighting and parade to waterfront happenings and vibrant nights on Purchase Street, the holidays are shining across the city. Check out this preview and stay tuned for Viva’s full holiday lineup on December 1.
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Fall River recently earned a mention in a New York Times travel feature exploring how Portuguese culture is thriving and evolving in New England. Read all about it!
A new BBC feature spotlights Vanson Leathers, Accurate Services, and Matouk—three hometown makers navigating tariffs while keeping our city’s tradition of craftsmanship alive. Click through to read the full story.
In the latest episode of American Fream TV, host Connor Dowd takes viewers on a journey through Fall River that captures the essence of our community.
It’s no secret to locals that Fall River is rich with Portuguese traditions, flavors, and festas that bring the community together year after year. But now, the rest of the world is catching on—thanks to a recent feature in Condé Nast Traveler, one of the leading voices in luxury travel.
Good eats, great drinks, and live tunes! We’re closing out the Fork & Farmers Market season with a Party on Purchase—Bites & Brews on the Plaza. Join us for local favorites!
If you’re looking for an unforgettable cultural adventure this summer, head south to Fall River for one of the largest Portuguese festivals in the world—the Great Feast of the Holy Ghost of New England.
Get ready, Fall River — one of the city’s most beloved summer traditions is back! The Take Me to the River Festival returns to the Sen. Thomas Norton City Pier on Saturday, August 23!