The last weekend of June brings an array of joyous events to the Seacoast. Here are some highlights.
Events for all ages at Prescott Park
The Prescott Park Arts Festival’s summer production of “Cinderella” continues with show times on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 7 p.m. ($12 suggested donation). The Portsmouth park will also host a family event featuring Mister G on Friday at 4 p.m., as well as Camp ENCORE!’s presentation of “Matilda Jr.” on Saturday and Sunday at 11 a.m. ($8 suggested donation). Extend the weekend with An Evening of Beatles Music with The Walrus on Monday at 7 p.m. ($20 suggested donation). Table and blanket reservations are available for all events. Learn more here.
Three concerts at The Word Barn Meadow
Enjoy three concerts in three nights at The Word Barn Meadow in Exeter this weekend. Two folk duos join forces when The Rough & Tumble and Flagship Romance present the Rough Romance Show on Friday from 7-9 p.m. ($25). Nashville singer-songwriter Kristina Murray headlines with local guest Jon Nolan on Saturday from 7-9 p.m. ($20). Barn favorites The Wolff Sisters and Sneaky Miles split the bill on Sunday from 7-9 p.m. ($35). Learn more here.
A Splash of Improv at The Players Ring
Though its main-stage season is over, The Players’ Ring in Portsmouth is hosting a bunch of fun events this summer, starting with unscripted shenanigans from local comedy troupe Stranger Than Fiction. A Splash of Improv takes place on Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $16-$18. Learn more here.
Disco and burlesque at The Press Room
The Cotillion Bureau and Big Kids Prom will present a Decade Disco dance party featuring DJ Skooch to benefit ARS (AIDS Response Seacoast) at The Press Room in Portsmouth on Friday at 8 p.m. ($25). On Sunday at 7 p.m., burlesque troupe The Betsi Feathers present Bi-Furious, a bisexual pride burlesque show ($25-$35). Learn more here.
Live shows on the Button Factory Stage
WSCA Radio in Portsmouth will host two tripe-bill shows on the Button Factory Stage this weekend. Indie-rock acts Beech St., JAB, and Drifter’s Debt perform on Friday at 8 p.m. Punk and metal bands Vermilion, Kucktus, and the forest forgets follow on Saturday at 8 p.m. Both shows are $10-$15. Learn more here.
Music and dancing at The Rockingham Ballroom
Hit New England’s biggest wooden dance floor at The Rockingham Ballroom in Newmarket. A Ballroom Social Dance for guests of all experience levels takes place on Friday at 8 p.m. ($10-$15). Freddy and the Freeloaders join forces with 603 Line Dance for a night of country swing and two-step on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. ($15-$20). Learn more here.
New England Sea Glass & Craft Festival
The Whittemore Center Arena at the University of New Hampshire in Durham will be filled with sea glass art and coastal decor from 100 exhibitors during the New England Sea Glass & Craft Festival on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission is $7 (free for kids age 14 and under). Learn more here.
Cold Engines Record Release at 3S Artspace
Regional rock band Cold Engines is set to release a brand new album, and they’ll celebrate with a record release party at 3S Artspace in Portsmouth on Saturday from 8-11 p.m. Tickets are $15-$20. Learn more here.
Bela Fleck Trio at The Music Hall
The all-star trio of Bela Fleck (banjo), Edmar Castaneda (harp), and Antonio Sanchez (drums) — who between them have won a combined 24 Grammy Awards — will perform live at The Music Hall in Portsmouth on Sunday frm 7-10 p.m. Tickets are $45-$75. Learn more here.
See the full calendar for more local events.
