The Seacoast has a fantastic array of outdoor entertainment all summer long. On a warm summer night, there's nothing better than hanging outside to listen to live music or watch a show or movie. Make the most out of the longer days and head to one of these venues to relax and catch a show with family and friends! We will keep adding to this list as more events become available, so check back regularly.
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Updated June 18, 2026
Outdoor Music |
- Atlantic Grill Music by the Sea | Seacoast Science Center, Rye | Thursdays, July 2 - 30, 6 - 8:30 PM
- Cocheco Arts Festival Friday Night Headliner Series | Rotary Arts Pavilion | Henry Law Park, Dover | Fridays, July 10 - Aug 14, 6:30 - 8:30 PM
- Concerts on the Common | Hampton Falls | Thursdays, June 18th - Aug 27, 6:30 - 7:45 PM, with select afternoon concerts
- Josie's Family Jams| Prescott Park Arts Festival, Portsmouth | see website for dates - 4 PM
- Kids' Concerts 2025 | Festival Pavilion at Somersworth High School | Wednesdays, July 8 - Aug 12, 6 PM
- Nightly Shows at the Seashell Stage | Hampton Beach | Nightly May 23 - Sept 19, 7 - 9:30 PM
- The River House Restaurant Concert Series | Wilcox Main Stage at Prescott Park Arts Festival | see website for dates, 7 PM
- Summer Concerts in the Park | Swasey Park, Exeter | Thursdays, June 26 - Aug 6
- Tuesdays on the Terrace | Strawbery Banke Museum, Portsmouth | Tuesdays, June 16 - Aug 25, 6 - 7:30 PM
Outdoor Shows |
- Cocheco Arts Festival Children's Series | Rotary Arts Pavilion at Henry Law Park, Dover | Tuesdays, July 14- Aug 4, 10:30 - 11:30 AM
- Prescott Parks Art Festival | Portsmouth | Dates vary, 7 PM with matinee options on select dates
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Outdoor Movies |
- Movie Night Mondays | Hampton Beach | Mondays, July 6 - Aug 31 at dusk (Rain date Tuesdays)
- Movie Night Series | Prescott Parks Art Festival, Portsmouth | see website for dates
Check out our Seacoast local calendar for even more events all summer long!
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