From large-scale conferences and conventions to local events that visitors come from near and far to attend, there’s something for everyone in Portsmouth, NH. Located just along the seacoast, our small Atlantic town is big on charm – and events – for every season.
More than 10,000 children gather the first Sunday every May for a day of family-friendly activities and entertainment ranging from a harbor cruise to food and drink.
Make your reservations early for this annual graduation event, happening in mid-May each year.
Join roughly 70,000 people in downtown Portsmouth for our annual Market Square Day, featuring street food, live local bands, arts, crafts and more.
For the last 40 years the St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church has been offering a taste of the Greek life in New Hampshire. Don’t miss the gyros and delicious baklava!
A parade, bonfire, barbeque, fireworks and a 5k race are just a few of the activities scheduled for this fun-filled weekend.
Enjoy more than 100 film screenings over this four-day festival representing the best in regional, national and international cinema.
Every year, on Veterans Day, Portwalk Place sponsors and hosts The Portsmouth Jazz & Blues Festival. More than a half dozen blues and jazz acts will perform on many stages inside Portwalk’s hotel and restaurant businesses from noon to 6 pm. The festival is free and open to the first 1,000 festival goers!
Join one of only two towns in New Hampshire to celebrate the 35-year-old First Night® tradition with music, dance, fireworks ice sculptures, and more.