NB250 Independence Day Celebration Fireworks and Music
Celebrate 250 years of United States history in New Bedford on July 3rd, 2026. Summer Sound Block Party-Style Concert featuring Morrissey Boulevard and Autumn Drive 6 PM-8:30 PM Purchase Street between Union Street and William Street Beverages for purchase from No Problemo, Pour Farm Tavern and The Vault Circus art performers Cirque de Light with stilt walking, juggling and hula hooping Bring your lawn chairs, dancing shoes and family and friends and grab a bite at a local restaurant Fireworks over New Bedford's harbor at 9 PM set to music Best viewing area on Lower Union Street between RT 18 and Second Street