Coming Events

Listed below are the upcoming dates of activities and events of the Fairhaven Village Militia. Check back for updates.

The regular meetings of the Militia are held on the second Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Fairhaven Emergency Management Building, 150 Sconticut Neck Rd, Fairhaven. Contact us FairhavenVillageMilitia@gmail.com


Fairhaven Village Militia Spring Encampment
May 16-17, 2026 (Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to Sunday, 3:00 p.m.) 
Fort Phoenix, Fort Street, Fairhaven, MA

Harbor of Courage
 
The Fairhaven Village Militia present a  historical encampment at Fort Phoenix. Talk to period costumed men and women about the fort’s history and life in the 1770s. See military drilling, flintlock musket and cannon firing demonstrations and camp cooking demonstrations. 

Also watch activities such as spinning, fire starting, tin smithing, leather working. Cannon firing at dusk. And much more......

This encampment is a commemoration and reenactment of the 251st First Naval Engagement of the American Revolutionary War off of Fairhaven's shores in Buzzards Bay.

This will be a special encampment to celebrate the 250th birthday of our country ! 

Free. Handicap accessible. Weather permitting.


Fairhaven Village Militia Evenings at the Fort 
Wednesday evenings 5 - 8 p.m. throughout the summer.
Fort Phoenix, Fort Street, Fairhaven, MA
  • Dates to be announced


Come meet the Fairhaven Village Militia on Wednesday evenings at Fort Phoenix.  Talk to period costumed men and women about the fort’s history and life in the 1770s. The Fort Phoenix bunker will be open for tours. 
Single firing of a large seacoast cannon at 6:30 p. m. 

Free. Handicap accessible. Weather permitting. 


Memorial Day Parade
Monday, May 25, 2026 - Parade steps off at 8:30am
Begins on Main St at the intersection of Center St, Fairhaven, MA

The Memorial Day Parade steps off at 8:30 a.m. from the intersection of Center and Main Streets and heading north to Riverside Cemetery. Stopping briefly at  Fairhaven High School for the raising of the BIG flag. 

Free. Handicap accessible. Weather permitting.


Homecoming Day Fair
Saturday, June 27, 2026 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Center St between William St and Green St, Fairhaven, MA

The Fairhaven Village Militia will be hosting a bounce house on the westside (William Street side)  lawn of the Town Hall. We will also have popcorn and various items for sale. 

Free. Handicap accessible. Weather permitting.

Fourth of July Parade and Fort Phoenix Ceremony 
Saturday, July 4, 2026  Green Street to Fort Phoenix - 9 a.m.

The ceremony will begin approximately at 10:00 a.m. 
 
The Fairhaven Village Militia will be leading the Annual Fairhaven July 4th parade.  The parade will begin at 9:00 a.m. from the corner of Washington Street and Green Street and continue down Green Street to Fort Phoenix.  
At the conclusion of the parade the town will hold the annual Independence Day ceremony and the traditional cannon firing by the Fairhaven Village Militia. 
This year will mark the 250th birthday of America ! Join us for an extra special ceremony marking this joyous event ! 

Free. Handicap accessible. Weather permitting. 

Concerts under the Stars 
Thursday nights - 7:00 p.m.
Fairhaven Town Hall, 40 Center Street, Fairhaven, MA
  • Dates to be announced
The Fairhaven Village Militia will be selling popcorn at the Concert Under the Stars.  Various groups and artists will be performing on the front steps of the Fairhaven Town Hall. 

Free. Handicap accessible. Weather permitting.

Fall Revolutionary War Encampment
To be announced 
10:00 a.m. Saturday to 12:00 p.m. Sunday
Fort Phoenix, Fort Street, Fairhaven, MA

The Fairhaven Village Militia present a one-day historical encampment at Fort Phoenix. Talk to period costumed men and women about the fort’s history and life in the 1770s. See military drilling, flintlock musket and cannon firing demonstrations and camp cooking demonstrations.  Also watch activities such as colonial cooking, fire starting, tin smithing, leather working, and more. Cannon firing at dusk. 







Free. Handicap accessible. Weather permitting.

Veterans Day Parade
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 - parade steps off at 10:00am
Begins on Main St at the intersection of Benoit Square, Fairhaven, MA

The parade will travel down Main Street ending at Fairhaven High School for a brief ceremony. 

Fairhaven Olde -Tyme Holiday Village
Saturday, December 12, 2026 - 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Fairhaven Town Hall, 40 Center St, Fairhaven, MA

Step into a winter wonderland at Olde-Tyme Holiday, a festive celebration in the heart of Fairhaven’s historic district! On Saturday, December 13th, 2025, the streets will come alive with holiday cheer as local shops, churches, and community spaces open their doors for a day of shopping, sweet treats, live entertainment, and seasonal fun
The Fairhaven Village Militia will be selling popcorn and items as well as tending the fires and roasting chestnuts.