It’s time to party like it’s 1999.
On Thursday, September 12thAHA! is celebrating 25 years of positive change in New Bedford and welcomes all ages to join the party.
There will be dancing in the streets, live music, a 90s-style costume contest and much more as AHA! celebrates its history and looks to the future.
What is AHA! New Bedford?
Art, History and Architecture, or better known as AHA! New Bedford, is an arts and culture experience held the second Thursday of every month in downtown New Bedford.
“In 1999, a collaboration among city leaders representing artists, businesses, churches, nonprofits and other stakeholders led to the launch of AHA!, an innovative approach to arts and culture programming,” AHA! said.
AHA! has become a joyful experience each month as people come together to enjoy free programs centered around arts and culture.
“For 25 years, AHA! has thrived thanks to the incredible support and contributions of our program partners and the Greater New Bedford community,” said Kim Goddard, Executive Director of AHA! New Bedford. “We look forward to toasting the next 25 years and inviting everyone to a huge outdoor street party to celebrate AHA’s journey and the community spirit that has made downtown a vibrant center for arts and culture.”
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What to expect at AHA! @ 25 Celebration
Get ready for music, art, community and food.
AHA! @ 25 goes back to 1999 with a 90s costume contest and an epic birthday cake for the hundreds in attendance.
There will be dancing, live music, children’s activities, a pub crawl, circus arts and historical experiences to enjoy.
The street festival begins at 4 p.m. and will take place at three main locations in the historic Seaport Culture District: the New Bedford Whaling Museum plaza and parking lot, the Fiber Optic Center loading dock on Center Street, and front and lower Union Street overlooking the waterfront.
Mark September 12th on your calendar and pick out a costume. A big celebration is just around the corner.
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