Festival Guide
Feast of the Blessed Sacrament 2026
Feast of the Blessed Sacrament 2026 is scheduled for July 30-August 2 at Madeira Field in New Bedford, Massachusetts, home of the largest Portuguese feast in the world.
2026 dates
July 30-August 2, 2026
Location
Madeira Field
88 Tinkham St, New Bedford, MA 02746
Organizer
Club Madeirense S.S. Sacramento
Last verified against official sources on March 11, 2026.
Overview
The Feast of the Blessed Sacrament in New Bedford is the signature Madeiran feast in the United States and is widely promoted by its organizers as the largest Portuguese feast in the world.
TugaFinds is tracking the 2026 feast for July 30 through August 2 at Madeira Field, with the official Feast site serving as the primary source for history, visitor FAQ information, and current event updates.
For visitors, the event is useful because it combines food, music, carnival activity, museum access, and a major Sunday parade with free admission.
What to Expect
Madeiran food stands, the long barbecue pit for carne de espeto, multiple performance areas, and museum programming.
A Sunday parade that organizers describe as the largest parade in New Bedford's North End.
Free admission, with the official FAQ noting that the Feast remains one of the last major festival events in New England without an admission charge.
History and Context
The official Feast history says the event was founded in 1915 by four Madeiran immigrant men who wanted to recreate the religious festivals of their home island in New Bedford.
The festival is rooted in the Festa do Santissimo Sacramento observed in Estreito da Calheta, Madeira.
Over time the grounds expanded into Madeira Field and surrounding streets, while the feast grew into a major regional cultural event tied closely to New Bedford's Madeiran community.
Feast of the Blessed Sacrament FAQ
When is the Feast of the Blessed Sacrament in 2026?
TugaFinds is tracking the Feast of the Blessed Sacrament for July 30 through August 2, 2026 in New Bedford, Massachusetts.
Where is the Feast held?
The official Feast FAQ directs visitors to 88 Tinkham Street in New Bedford, Massachusetts.
How much does it cost to attend the Feast?
The official Feast FAQ says admission is free.
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