1st Annual Fall River Bike Day
2026-08-22 12:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Dorothy Cox Candy Factory Store, 100 Griffin Street, Fall River, MA, 02724, United States

David Wax Museum & Lowland Hum present The Golden Hours
2026-08-21 20:00 - 22:00 | Narrows Center for the Arts, 16 Anawan St., Fall River, MA
Friday, August 21, 2026
$31 Advance | $33 Day of Show
[all-in pricing, no additional fees]
Doors 7pm | Show 8pm
Catch the unveiling of The Golden Hours, a new Charlottesville-based band formed by the members of acclaimed indie-folk acts Lowland Hum and David Wax Museum. These musicians have been touring and recording for over 20 years, featured on CBS Saturday Morning and NPR’s Tiny Desk, and lauded by The New York Times, Washington Post, TIME and Rolling Stone, among others. The Golden Hours’ debut record Terra Nova (to be released in 2026) includes “Day Wheel,” an NPR Music Song of the Day. The forthcoming album brings together the power of these four songwriters in an artifact that is simultaneously lush and distilled, emotionally probing, and conceptually expansive.

Book Tastings: The 80’s Edition
2026-08-21 18:30 - 20:00 | Once Upon a Bookstore, 418 Quequechan St. 2nd Fl., Fall River, Massachusetts, 02721

Art Show
2026-08-21 18:30 | The Belmont Club, 34 Franklin Street, Fall River

Once Upon a Silent Book Club
2026-08-20 18:30 - 20:00 | Greater Fall River Art Association, 80 Belmont St, Fall River, 02720, United States

Patioke: "The League" Summer Karaoke (weekly)
2026-08-19 20:00 | The Tipsy Toboggan, 75 Ferry Street, Fall River, MA, United States
“THE LEAGUE” IS BACK!

Starting June 3rd, Social Club Karaoke is heading outside for the summer as we transform the garden into SOCIAL CLUB PATIOKE.

13 weeks.Over $2,000 in CASH prizes.Weekly themes.Weekly winners.Absolute chaos.

Every Wednesday night from 8PM–12AM the garden at The Tipsy Toboggan becomes the place to sing, dance, compete, and completely lose your voice with your friends.

The stakes get higher every single week as we build toward our massive season finale and biggest cash prizes of the summer.

And the best part? It’s still open karaoke for everyone. Whether you’re here to compete or just belt out your favorite song with a drink in hand under the summer lights… all are welcome.

This summer is going to be wild.

Junk Journaling
2026-08-19 18:30 - 20:00 | Once Upon a Bookstore, 418 Quequechan St. 2nd Fl., Fall River, Massachusetts, 02721
Drop-in and junk journal. Bring your own ephemera and share / swap with others. Let’s create something beautiful out of our too loved books.

Writer’s Group Intensive Feedback Sessions
2026-08-19 18:00 - 19:30 | Fall River Public Library, 104 North Main St, Fall River, MA, 02720
Sponsored by the Fall River Public Library Writer’s Group, members have the opportunity to register for monthly feedback intensive sessions. Submit up to 30 pages for in-depth feedback from peers. You must attend at least three regular Writer’s Group meetings to be eligible for feedback intensives. To register, call the library at 508-324-2700 ext. 2 or email Diana Faulkner at dfaulkner@sailsinc.org.

Watercolor Workshop
2026-08-19 18:00 - 19:00 | Fall River Public Library, 104 North Main St, Fall River, MA, 02720
Artist and instructor Lana Quann of The Wandering Brush will guide attendees through painting their own watercolor painting. Beginners are welcome! Space is limited, so please register by contacting the circulation desk at 508-324-2700 ext. 2.

This program is supported in part by a grant from the Fall River Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.

A Sunset Photorgaphy Celebration
2026-08-19 17:30 - 20:00 | Heritage State Park, Davol St, Fall River, MA, 02720

FRACC Murals: Tide Portal Unveiling
2026-08-19 16:00 | Davol Street, 392 Davol St, Fall River, Massachusetts, 02721
Come check out the fresh new waterfront mural of Fall River!

Fall River Arts & Culture Coalition (FRACC) invites the public, community partners, donors, and members of the media to attend the official unveiling of Tide Portal on Wedneday, August 19th at 4PM. The mural is located on the Davol Street overpass across from The Cove Restaurant (392 Davol Street).

The celebration will feature live music, refreshments, remarks from community leaders, and opportunities to engage directly with the artist and project partners.

Event Program

Welcome gathering with music, light refreshments, and informational displays about the mural’s development

Opening remarks from FRACC leadership highlighting the organization’s mission and the project’s origins

Recognition of partners, including artist Lena McCarthy and assistant, Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Asphalt Art Initiative, Sunrise Erectors, the Massachusetts Department of Transportation, the City of Fall River, and community volunteers

Artist remarks sharing inspiration, design process, and community engagement

Community impact reflections from local leaders on public art and neighborhood revitalization

Official unveiling of Tide Portal, including a countdown and ceremonial reveal

Post-unveiling photos, networking, and media opportunities

This FRACC Mural Project is support by the City of Fall River & Bloomberg Philanthropies Asphalt Art Initiative – transforming cities to make public spaces safer and more vibrant. Additional support provided by Sherwin Williams of Fall River & Sunrise Erectors.

Life in the Sea
2026-08-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Fall River Public Library, 104 North Main St, Fall River, MA, 02720
Life in the Sea plunges children into the depths of ocean life. Children explore different ocean ecosystems and learn about the plants and animals that live there. Classifying creatures from sharks to sponges gives them a taste of ocean diversity. In Whales to Scale, they compare shark and whale teeth, and measure the size of these incredible predators. Hands-on activities teach the interconnectedness of an ocean food web, and the consequences of overfishing. The Anaglyph Sea Puzzle Take-Home lets children take some 3-D sea creatures home with them. Space is limited; call the children’s room to register.

Children's Book Club
2026-08-17 17:00 | Fall River Public Library, 104 North Main St, Fall River, MA, 02720
Do you enjoy reading? Starting this May, the Fall River Public Library will be hosting a brand-new book club for children in grades 3-5! Come prepared to talk about a book you have read, what you liked and what you disliked!

The 2026 Portuguese Open
2026-08-17 11:00 | Fall River Country Club, 195 Golf Club Road, Fall River, MA, 02720, United States
The Prince Henry Society Fall River Chapter is proud and excited to announce our fundraising Golf Tournament, The Portuguese Open, which will be held at the Fall River Country Club in Fall River, MA on Monday, August 17,2026 Shotgun start is at 11:00 a.m. All proceeds from this event will be used exclusively for our scholarship program that benefit local Fall River area students seeking further their education.

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Shrek the Halls
2026-08-16 14:00 - 19:00 | Bristol Community College Arts Center, 777 Elsbree St, Fall River, MA, 02720, United States
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Bring Your Own Book: a Novel Party Game
2026-08-16 14:00 - 17:00 | Once Upon a Bookstore, 418 Quequechan St. 2nd Fl., Fall River, Massachusetts, 02721

Summer on the Lawn: Theater
2026-08-16 14:00 | Fall River Carousel, 5 Water St, Fall River, 02721
Summer on the Lawn is Here!

Join us for a summer filled with live music, comedy, and theatre—all set against the backdrop of Fall River’s waterfront!

Bring a lawn chair or blanket, gather your family and friends, and spend some time celebrating local talent, community, and the arts.

Best of all, admission is FREE!

This year’s lineup includes:• August 8 2:00PM – Southeastern Massachusetts Festival Chorus presents The Wonderful World of Stage & Screen

• August 14 8:00PM – An evening of stand-up comedy featuring Lucas Estrella, Tyler Hittner, Holly, Jay Bee, and Brian Wayne

• August 16 2:00PM – The Little Theatre of Fall River takes the stage with a special outdoor performance

Experience the culture, energy, and creativity that make our waterfront such a special place all summer long.

Bring a chair. Bring your friends. Enjoy the show.

Free Admission • All Ages Welcome • Summer on the Lawn at the Fall River Carousel

Move N On (Live music)
2026-08-16 13:00 - 16:00 | Canned Heat Craft Beer Co., 52 Ferry Street, Fall River, MA, 02724, United States

John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band
2026-08-15 20:00 - 22:00 | Narrows Center for the Arts, 16 Anawan St., Fall River, MA
Saturday, August 15, 2026
$48 Advance | $50 Day of Show
[all-in pricing, no additional fees]
Doors 7pm | Show 8pm
The legendary Rhode Island multi-platinum rock’n’roll group JOHN CAFFERTY & THE BEAVER BROWN BAND began their career in 1973 and achieved mainstream success in the 1980s with the “Eddie & The Cruisers – Motion Picture Soundtrack”. The hit single “ON THE DARK SIDE” held the “#1” position on the Billboard Rock charts and the MTV video charts for five consecutive weeks. The album sold over 3 million copies and was certified triple Platinum by the RIAA.

The title track from the group’s 1985 follow-up album “TOUGH ALL OVER” became their second “#1” single on the Billboard Rock charts and the song “C-I-T-Y” reached the Billboard Top 20. John Cafferty’s solo track “HEARTS ON FIRE” was featured in Sylvester Stallone’s film “ROCKY IV” and he received his second double Platinum two million selling soundtrack award. Over the years John has placed 35 songs in major motion pictures.
Today John Cafferty & The Beaver Brown Band continue to tour and bring their exciting live shows to fans around the world. In 2012 they were inducted into the Rhode Island Music Hall Of Fame. 2022 marked the release of JOHN CAFFERTY & THE BEAVER BROWN BAND’S GREATEST HITS on Iconoclassic Records. A comprehensive collection of all “original recordings” from their hit albums and movie soundtracks. In the Spring of 2025 in celebration of their 50+ years together JOHN CAFFERTY & THE BEAVER BROWN BAND released “SOUND OF WAVES” a long awaited and critcally acclaimed album of brand new songs. The pre-released single “DAY IN THE SUN” has received 5 star reviews and is climbing the national classic rock radio and streaming charts. And following in the band’s decades long movie soundtrack legacy it is featured in the 2024 Peter Farrelly film “Ricky Stanicky” starring Zac Efron and John Cena. In 2026 SONY MUSIC released a digital version of JCBBB’s GREATEST HITS available on all major streaming platforms.

A Summer Night with the King Elvis Presley & The Oldies
2026-08-15 19:00 - 22:30 | The Brewhouse District, 139 South Main Street, Fall River, MA, 02720, United States

Rage on the Bay Pro Wrestling
2026-08-15 19:00 | King Phillip Yacht Club, 1 Club St, Fall River, Massachusetts, 02724
On Saturday August 15th, House Of Bricks Pro Wrestling returns to both the King Philip Yacht Club and Fall River, MA for Rage On The Bay! Join #HouseOfBricks for an exciting night of #ProWrestling action!

Already Announced:FIRST TIME EVERTwo Out Of Three Falls Match“The Entitled” Austin James Phoenix vs Trogga Tha OG

HoB Southern New England Champion“The Outlaw Moonshiner” J.b. Tickle

HoB Womens Champion“Suplex Sweetheart” Isana

Anthony Stone

HoB Tag Team Gauntlet Match

MUCH MORE STILL TO BE ANNOUNCED

HoB Rage On The BaySaturday August 15thKing Philip Yacht Club1 Club St. Fall River, MAALL TICKETS-$15Gates Open 6pmBell Time 7pm

Food Festival & Night Market
2026-08-15 17:00 - 21:00 | NoMa/Purchase St. Plaza, 18 Purchase St, Fall River, Massachusetts

Tipsy Palooza 2026
2026-08-15 13:00 - 22:00 | Tipsy Seagull Dockside Pub, 1 Ferry St,, Fall River,, Massachusetts, 02721, United States
The Ultimate On-the-Water Party Returns!

The boats are back… and it’s time for the biggest party of the summer!

Join us on Saturday, August 15th for Tipsy Seagull’s Annual Tipsy Palooza—our signature on-the-water celebration where boats gather for an unforgettable day on Mount Hope Bay at Tipsy Seagull docks.

Whether you’re pulling up by boat or joining us from shore, expect an incredible day filled with live music, cold drinks, great food, and the best waterfront atmosphere around.

Live Music• ROCK FISH | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM• LACEY CHERYL 5 | 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Dock up, raft up, or watch the action from the waterfront.

Electracoustic
2026-08-14 21:00 | The Tipsy Toboggan, 75 Ferry Street, Fall River, MA, United States

Jontavious Willis
2026-08-14 20:00 - 22:00 | Narrows Center for the Arts, 16 Anawan St., Fall River, MA
Friday, August 14, 2024
$30 Advance | $32 Day of Show
[all-in pricing, no additional fees]
Doors 7pm | Show 8pm
Jontavious Willis is resolved in his mission: to reinvigorate today’s Blues with the spirit of the past. Inspired by a time when the Blues were plentiful and rhythm reigned supreme, Jontavious leverages his unique sound—a synthesis of his Georgia heritage and reverence for traditional Blues—to get the world dancing again. A Grammy-nominated musician and songwriter, Jontavious performs original, toe-tapping tunes in the style of Delta, Piedmont, Texas, and Gospel Blues. Dynamic vocals, technical prowess, and an abundance of Southern charm keep Jontavious sending jolts of vitality through the Blues community.
Jontavious was born and raised in rural Georgia, an environment with deep cultural roots that provides the inspiration he has continuously drawn upon to create his unique sound. He spent much of his childhood singing Gospel music at the Mount Pilgrim Baptist Church with his grandfather, which provided him his first setting to perform for an audience. An early phenom, his passion for the Blues was sparked at age 14 when he came across a YouTube video of Muddy Waters playing “Hoochie Coochie Man.” He achieved widespread acclaim when living legend Taj Mahal invited Jontavious to accompany him onstage in 2015, with Taj describing him as his “Wonderboy.” Jontavious was invited to open for Taj Mahal and Keb’ Mo’ during their joint TajMo tour in 2018, giving him an opportunity to present his work on a national stage.
Blue Metamorphosis, his acoustic debut album released in 2016, garnered rave reviews in Living Blues and Blues & Rhythm and won the Blues Foundation’s International Blues Challenge 2018 Award for Best Self-Produced CD. His Grammy-nominated sophomore album, Spectacular Class, sees Jontavious survey an array of Blues styles with lively ensemble performances.
His upcoming album, signed with Strolling Bones Records, is a testament to his love for songwriting. With solo tracks as well as duo, trio, and full band works, he articulates a totally original take on traditional Blues.
Jontavious features prominently in shows and festivals across the world, sharing his unique blend of time-honored yet modern, intellectual yet danceable Blues with all.

Summer on the Lawn Series: Comedy
2026-08-14 20:00 | Fall River Carousel, 5 Water St, Fall River, 02721

Topaz
2026-08-14 19:00 - 22:00 | The Cove Restaurant & Marina, 392 Davol St, Fall River, MA, 02720

Ink Portal Writing Group
2026-08-14 18:30 - 20:00 | Once Upon a Bookstore, 418 Quequechan St. 2nd Fl., Fall River, Massachusetts, 02721

Fall River Food Truck Festival
2026-08-14 17:00 - 20:00 | Gates of the City, Ponta Delgada Boulevard, Fall River, MA
Fall River Food Truck Festival @ The Gates of the City

Get ready for two summer nights packed with flavor, music, and fun in the heart of Fall River!

Join us at the iconic Gates of the City on:

Thursday, July 17th Thursday, August 14th

5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Bring your friends, family, and appetite and explore over a dozen food trucks serving up a wide variety of delicious eats — from sweet treats to savory favorites and everything in between!

Enjoy live bands throughout the evening Party with Primo and Troy City Brewing serving local beer & wine

Admission is FREE — just pay for what you eat & drink!Vendors accept cash, credit, and debit cards

Please Note: Smoking is prohibited Outside alcohol and coolers are not permitted Pets are discouraged

Grab a lawn chair, bring your crew, and spend a perfect summer evening at one of Fall River’s favorite seasonal events!

Summer Reading Club End of Summer Party
2026-08-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Fall River Public Library, 104 North Main St, Fall River, MA, 02720
Join us for our annual award ceremony on the library lawn as we honor all those who actively participated in the library’s Summer Reading Club!

Children will receive a certificate of achievement as well as a book award and a free day pass to the Fall River Carousel. The morning will also feature the magic of Merlin, who will entertain and amaze all with his astounding feats of prestidigitation!

Special thanks to Fall River Carousel and Gathering Grounds Cafe for supplying free day passes to all Summer Reading Club members.
