Viva Fall River

Tipsy Palooza 2026
2026-08-15 13:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | 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
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

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.

Sara Achorn Acoustic Show
2026-08-13 19:00 | The Tipsy Toboggan, 75 Ferry Street, Fall River, MA, United States
Sara Achorn is a dynamic vocalist and acoustic artist blending soulful depth with a modern edge. Known for her raw, emotionally charged solo performances, Sara puts a fresh spin on everything from 70s rock all the way to today’s chart-topping hits. Her acoustic sets feature stripped-down versions of artists like Chris Stapleton, Billie Eilish, CCR, The Beatles, and Taylor Swift—delivered with rich vocals and heartfelt presence.

She also tours as the lead singer of Little Lies: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac, bringing iconic performances paying tribute to the rock goddess Stevie Nicks, at major stages across the Northeast. Past highlights include Soundcheck Studios, Toad’s Place, Wormtown Festival, and singing the National Anthem at TD Garden. Whether performing solo or with her tribute band, Sara captivates with versatility, authenticity, and powerhouse vocals.

Wild Nites Duo
2026-08-13 18:00 - 21:00 | The Cove Restaurant & Marina, 392 Davol St, Fall River, MA, 02720

Drum Leaf Bookbinding
2026-08-13 17:30 - 19:00 | Fall River Public Library, 104 North Main St, Fall River, MA, 02720
Learn how to make a drum leaf book to display your photos or art. A drum leaf book is an adhesive only structure that lays perfectly flat with full spread imagery. We’ll go over basic tools of bookbinding. No prior experience necessary. Space is limited; registration is required. Recommended for adults.

Main learning objective/take-aways of the class:

1. Familiarize with basic bookbinding tools and bookbinding terminology

2. Learn the intrinsic qualities of paper and folding.

3. Discover ways to tell stories through the art of the book.

Pumpernickel Puppets Presents Sir George and the Dragon
2026-08-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Fall River Public Library, 104 North Main St, Fall River, MA, 02720
Discover how the brave and daring Sir George saves his princess from the not-so-dastardly dragon in this humorous retelling of an old classic! John McDonough and his Pumpernickel Puppets have been performing throughout New England for over 40 years. He has performed at the Smithsonian Institution, Washington, DC, and the prestigious International Festival of Puppetry sponsored by the Jim Henson Foundation in New York.

Vibes Book Club: Summerween
2026-08-12 18:30 - 20:00 | Once Upon a Bookstore, 418 Quequechan St. 2nd Fl., Fall River, Massachusetts, 02721

Teddy Bear Picnic
2026-08-11 11:00 - 12:00 | Fall River Public Library, 104 North Main St, Fall River, MA, 02720
Rain Date, Wednesday, August 12, 11:00 a.m. to Noon)

On the Library’s front lawn.

Join us for our most popular event of the summer…the Teddy Bear Picnic! Lovers of these cuddly stuffed critters from across the city are invited to attend this annual event with their favorite stuffed animal! The morning will feature stories, crafts, a teddy bear parade and more! Have your teddy bear or other stuffed animal get its annual check-up by our Teddy Bear Doctors! Bring a blanket for the lawn, a picnic lunch and come celebrate America’s best loved stuffed toy- the Teddy Bear! All ages welcome!

Walk on the Quequechan
2026-08-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Father Travassos Park, Dean St, Fall River
Join Bike / Walk Fall River for a walk along the Quequechan, starting at Father Travassos Park!

Whether you enjoy a casual neighborhood walk, a bike ride on local trails, or advocating for safer streets, you’re welcome here. Join fellow residents working to expand greenways, improve walking and biking infrastructure, and make Fall River a more connected community.

Dino Dance Party
2026-08-10 18:00 - 19:00 | Fall River Public Library, 104 North Main St, Fall River, MA, 02720
Break out your best dance moves at this super fun Dino Dance Party! Dinosaurs will be roaming the library lawn and bopping to the beat as DJ New Wave Rhythm plays all of your favorite tunes. The evening will also include a raffle for prizes and free ice cream sandwiches for all. It’ll be a party for the ages! For ages 3 and up.

Generously sponsored by Rockland Trust and the Danners.

Storytime with Illustrator Nicole Wong
2026-08-10 11:00 - 12:00 | Fall River Public Library, 104 North Main St, Fall River, MA, 02720
Join local illustrator Nicole Wong as she reads from some of the children’s books that she has illustrated!

Book Edge Stenciling
2026-08-09 14:00 - 17:00 | Once Upon a Bookstore, 418 Quequechan St. 2nd Fl., Fall River, Massachusetts, 02721

1776 the Musical
2026-08-09 14:00 - 17:00 | BMC Durfee High School, 460 Elsbree St., Fall River, 02720
It’s the summer of 1776, and the nation is ready to declare independence… if only our founding fathers can agree to do it! 1776 follows John Adams of Massachusetts, Benjamin Franklin of Pennsylvania and Thomas Jefferson of Virginia as they attempt to convince the members of the Second Continental Congress to vote for independence from the shackles of the British monarchy by signing the Declaration of Independence.
​The seminal event in American history blazes to vivid life in this most unconventional of Broadway hits. 1776 puts a human face on the pages of history as we see the men behind the national icons: proud, frightened, uncertain, irritable, charming, often petty and ultimately noble figures, determined to do the right thing for a fledgling nation.

Rockfest!
2026-08-09 13:30 - 14:00 | Troy City Brewing, 16 Anawan Street, Fall River, 02721, United States

Marvin & Justin
2026-08-09 13:00 | Canned Heat Craft Beer Co., 52 Ferry Street, Fall River, MA, 02724, United States
From today’s hot country to yesterday’s classics, Marvin & Justin perform acoustic hits from the 70s to present.

8th Annual Lebanese Mahrajan Food Festival
2026-08-09 11:00 - 2026-08-12 17:00 | St. Anthony of the Desert Church, 300 North Eastern Ave, Fall River, MA, 02723, United States
St. Anthony of the Desert Maronite Catholic Church, 300 North Eastern Ave., Fall River, MA 02723
Lebanese Food Festival features authentic Lebanese food and pastry, music and dance, basket raffles and so much more! All are invited to come and join us. Festivities will go on come rain or shine! Under the tents or in the open air! Free admission and free parking.

Lebanese Mahrajan Food Festival
2026-08-09 11:00 - 17:00 | St. Anthony of the Desert Church, 300 North Eastern Ave, Fall River, MA, 02723, United States

Poetry Reading & BYO Picnic
2026-08-09 11:00 - 13:00 | Horseneck Point
Poetry on the beach! Join us for a poetic adventure. Getting there is half the fun!

Come read a poem of your own creation OR a poem/excerpt of your favorite author (~5 minutes in length).
Bring your portable poetry & meet at the Westport Town Beach/Cherry & Webb parking lot. It is approximately a 1 mile walk each way along beautiful Horseneck Beach.
Don’t have a Westport Beach Sticker? Email us to be picked up at 10:45am at Lee’s Market (park in back by the gazebo).
Don’t forget a towel or blanket to relax on, and a sun hat & sunscreen!
Alternatively, you may launch your paddleboard, kayak, or other small watercraft from a location of your choosing and meet us there! Shallow draft dinghies/motorboats can also be beached/anchored at the picnic site. The event is scheduled to begin with the outgoing tide & end with the incoming tide.

Bob's Wicked Undertow: Classic Rock, Pop & Country
2026-08-08 19:00 - 22:00 | The Brewhouse District, 139 South Main Street, Fall River, MA, 02720, United States

Gates to the Trident Title II
2026-08-08 18:00 | Gates of the City, Ponta Delgada Boulevard, Fall River, MA
The Gates to the Trident Title II is a major amateur boxing event with vendor tables and food trucks hosted by Bernardo’s Boxing & Fitness

This is our second year running this event 🥊There will over 20 boxing bouts, food trucks and , vendor tables with various items . It will be an event of the summer and the final stop in The tournament of Fall River .

TICKETS

Watuppa Palooza Boat Parade
2026-08-08 14:00 | South Watuppa Pond, Fall River, Massachusetts, 02720, United States

Summer on the Lawn Series: Southeastern MA Festival Chorus
2026-08-08 14:00 | Fall River Carousel, 5 Water St, Fall River, 02721

Back to School Block Party
2026-08-08 12:00 - 15:00 | Kennedy Park, S Main Street, Fall River, Massachusetts, 02721

Showroom Saturdays
2026-08-08 10:00 - 15:00 | American Blanket Company, 18 Pocasset St, Fall River, Massachusetts, 02721
Showroom Saturdays begin 08/08/26 from 10:00am to 3:00pm – discontinued colors on fabulous products at amazing discounts.

WE ARE OPEN EVERY MON-FRI 10-4 and are offering our local friends Special “Showroom Saturdays” every few months. Follow our Event Posts.

In Showroom, on-site purchases only, no shipping. Great parking too!
