The 95th annual Our Lady of Angels feast is slated for this weekend: 8/30–9/1. There are some changes for security reasons. There are now security cameras throughout the grounds. There will be a much bigger police presence; there will only be one entrance and three exits. They will be searching bags, backpacks, and have a metal detector which everyone will have to pass through.
Anyone looking to have adult beverages or play adult gaming will have to show proof of age (21+) upon which you will receive a wrist band for the day.
No outside food or beverage will be allowed entry. No weapons will be allowed entry. No face coverings will be allowed.
Anyone who does not comply will not be allowed entrance.
Feast Details
The Our Lady of Angels Feast will be held on the feast grounds, 7 Jesse St., Fairhaven, on Sat. 8/30, 5 p.m.–midnight; Sun., 8/31, noon to midnight; Mon., 9/1, 10 a.m. to 10 a.m., procession at 1 p.m. on Sunday.
Dubbed the “biggest little feast,” the 95th annual OLOA festa is a showcase of local Portuguese culture, featuring three days of Portuguese and American food and entertainment. Admission and entertainment are free, purchase require for food and beverages. You must purchase tickets for food and beverages.
Saturday, 5–Mid.
Opening ceremonies 6 p.m. followed by a concert by Banda Santa Cecilia of Fall River; music by 7 Day Weekend, 8 p.m.–mid.
Sunday, noon–mid.
2 p.m., Richard Canastra & Paul Savoie Show; music by Hardwire, 8 p.m.–mid
Monday, 10 a.m.–10 p.m.
Feast Mass, 10 a.m. at St. Mary Church, Fairhaven. Mass celebrant, Father Chris Paschal of Mt. Carmel Parish, New Bedford.
Procession at 1 p.m. followed by auction.
6–10 p.m., music by The Promix.
Grounds close at 10 p.m.
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