The Big Game isn’t the only big event happening this weekend. Pregame with some local art.
Art ‘Round Town in Portsmouth
Among the highlights of this month’s Art ‘Round Town gallery walk in downtown Portsmouth are opening receptions for Brooklyn-based artist Ezra Wube’s “Ecorhizome Stories” (above) at 3S Artspace, as well as the group exhibition “A Touch of Red” at the Kennedy Gallery. Art ‘Round Town takes place on Friday from 5-8 p.m.
Art, music, and owls at The Word Barn
Get an early start on the weekend with Rachel Sumner and Traveling Light at The Word Barn in Exeter on Thursday from 7-9 p.m. ($25). On Saturday, artist Jennifer Jarvis hosts Paint Your Peace, a painting workshop for your creative wellness, from 10-11:30 a.m. ($65). That night, Jake Swamp and The Pine performs with guest Kali Stoddard Imari from 7-9 p.m. ($25). Then catch Owls of New England on Sunday from 3-4 p.m. ($25). Learn more here.
Live music at The Press Room
Blues-rock guitarist Emanuel Casablanca gets the weekend started early with guest Lee & Dr. G at The Press Room in Portsmouth on Thursday at 7 p.m. ($20-$25). Back-to-back tribute shows follow: A Strange Day celebrates the music of Joy Division in Transmission on Friday at 7:30 p.m. ($20-$23), and Recent History plays Weezer’s Blue Album and other hits with guest Way of the Headband on Saturday at 8:30 p.m. ($15-$20). Learn more here.
“Twelfth Night” at The Players’ Ring
Director Julia Sommer honors Shakespeare’s language and story while embracing a bold, fast-paced, visually captivating style in The Player’s Ring’s upcoming production of “Twelfth Night.” The comedy is on stage in Portsmouth from Feb. 6-22. Showtimes are Thursdays at 7 p.m., Fridays at 7:30 p.m., Saturdays at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $29-$32. Learn more here.
Music and drag at WSCA Radio
Local rhythm and soul band Kouchera presents a special pre-Valentine’s show titled All In Love Is Fair at WSCA Radio in Portsmouth on Friday at 7 p.m. ($10-$15). Then, Not Yer Mama’s Drag Co. returns to the Button Factory Stage for another night of bold performances on Saturday at 8 p.m. ($10-$15). Learn more here.
Printmaking Exhibition at The Art Center
More than 100 works by artists from across the United States and around the world are featured in The Art Center’s 2026 International Printmaking Exhibition in Dover. The juried exhibit is on view through Feb. 28, with an artist reception this Saturday from 6-9 p.m. Learn more here.
Comedy at The Rockingham Ballroom
Three Boston-area comics will perform at The Rockingham Ballroom’s monthly Comedy Night on Saturday at 7 p.m. Following an opening set from musician Bryan “Beasley” Govoste, comedians Jason Merrill, Jack Lynch, and Zach Valencia each will take the stage. Tickets are $25, with package deals available. Learn more here.
See the full calendar for more local events.
