Beloved Fall Festival Returns to Downtown New Bedford October 19th

It’s never too early to plan Halloween festivities, right? Temperatures are still sultry, but the crisper days of fall are drawing closer, and so are some of the SouthCoast’s most beloved fall events.

dNB, Inc. has announced the plans for its annual FallFest. Mark your calendar for October 19^th, it’s time to start crafting a costume.

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What Is the dNB FallFest?

dNB Inc. is a volunteer-run, community-funded, nonprofit organization that aims to spread the word about the charm of downtown New Bedford.

Every year, the organization hosts the popular FallFest, a free, family-friendly event that brings the community together through fall-themed activities, performers, and more.

What to Expect at dNB FallFest

On Saturday, October 19^th, FallFest will bring live music, Halloween performers, fall-themed activities for all ages, and trick-or-treating for the kids to downtown New Bedford.

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From photo ops and fun costumes to treats for the kids and drinks for the grownups, FallFest is a joyful celebration every fall season for the entire family.

If you are a downtown business owner or have a spooky setup in mind for the event, sign up your business online by September 6^th to be added to the candy stop map for trick-or-treaters.

The SouthCoast is a beautiful place during the summer months, but its charm really comes to life during the fall season.

All there is left to do is choose a costume and secure the biggest trick-or-treat bag possible.