Popular Fall River bakery plans to close for months; here is when they plan on closing and re-opening

A popular Fall River bakery will be closing soon for several months so hurry to get your fix!

Lou’s Bakery at 379 East Main Street announced Friday on social media that they will be going on a temporary hiatus.

“Hope Everyone had a Joyous Thanksgiving!

“As we approach Christmas and the upcoming festivities, we have an announcement to make!

“At the beginning of 2025, we will have a brief pause to our baking and business operations. This temporary closure is the result of prearranged circumstances.

“Temporary closure will begin on December 25, 2024, and extend to April 1, 2025.

“So, in the meantime, stock up in December and freeze some!

“This is our first extended closure in our history, and as always, we look forward to seeing everyone this Holiday Season and upon our return in April!”

The bakery, owned by John Arruda, has been in business for over 4 decades and specializes in Portuguese sweet bread, malassadas, cakes, pastries, pies, and rolls.

Hours of operation are Thursday 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM, Friday 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM, Saturday 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM, and Sunday 6:00 AM – 11:00 AM.