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Tower Hill, Brit Floyd, NH Jewish Festival, Christmas in July: Things to do in Seacoast

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Tower Hill, Brit Floyd, NH Jewish Festival, Christmas in July: Things to do in Seacoast

Summer is in full swing and the Seacoast is showing up with the entertainment to make these high temps worth venturing out of the air conditioning. Head over to Dover for the summer-long Cochecho Arts Festival with Tower Hill headlining, grab a chair and blanket for a concert at Prescott Park Arts Festival in Portsmouth, or a free family movie night at The Ridge in Rochester, attend the New Hampshire Jewish Festival in Newington, or get in the holiday spirit early with a Christmas in July Fine Craft & Artisan Show.

Read on for details on things to do:

Tower Hill at 38th annual Cochecho Arts Festival

What: Tower Hill is a fun and dynamic pop and rock cover band based out of Brockton, Massachusetts. From Elvis Presley to Katy Perry, Tower Hill covers all your bases.

When: Friday, July 19, 6-8 p.m.

Where: Rotary Arts Pavillion, Henry Law Park, downtown Dover

Cost: Free

More info: dovernh.org

Tommy Prine with Kindred Valley at Prescott Park

What: Tommy Prine‘s debut album “This Far South” is a testimony to Prine’s 20s and the loss, love, and growth that has defined them.

When: Friday, July 19, 7 p.m.

Where: Prescott Park Arts Festival, 105 Marcy St., Portsmouth,

Cost: Suggested $5-$15 donation at the gate.

More info: prescottpark.org

Brit Floyd at the Casino Ballroom

What: Brit Floyd will kick off their 2024 P-U-L-S-E World Tour — celebrating the 30th anniversary of Pink Floyd’s “The Division Bell,” plus greatest hits. 

When: Friday, July 19, 8 p.m.

Where: Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom, 169 Ocean Blvd., Hampton Beach

Cost: $31-$71

More info: casinoballroom.com

Camp ENCORE! in Mary Poppins Jr. at Prescott Park

What: “Mary Poppins Jr.” is performed by artists and aspiring technicians ages 7-17 from the Prescott Park Arts Festival’s beloved educational program, Camp ENCORE!

When: Saturday, July 20 and Sunday, July 21, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Prescott Park, 105 Marcy St., Portsmouth

Cost: $5

More info: prescottpark.org

Christmas in July: Fine craft and artisan show

What: Christmas in July is billed as the finest fine craft and artisan show on the Seacoast this summer.

When: Saturday, July 20, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, July 21, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Where: Kittery Premium Outlets, Center 2, 375 U.S. Route 1, Kittery , Maine

Cost: Free

More info: gnecraftartisanshows.com

‘Wish’: Free family movie night

What: “Wish” with pre-movie entertainment of a Teddy Bear Picnic & Tea Party and preview of Rochester Opera House, “Beauty & The Beast” cast visits, raffles and giveaways. Bring a chair and a blanket and snacks or order takeout from Ridge restaurants. There will also be a food drive for the Share Fund – bring an item for an extra raffle entry.

When: Saturday, July 20, Pre-entertainment from 6-8 p.m. Movie from 8:30-10 p.m.

Where: The Ridge, 92 Farmington Road, Rochester

Cost: Free

More info: facebook.com/TheRidgeNH

Summer in the Street: TJ Wheeler & The Smokers

What: TJ Wheeler & The Smokers, featuring Hatrack Gallagher, return to the Summer in the Street concert series.

When: Saturday, July 20, 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Where: Pleasant Street from Porter Street to Market Square, Portsmouth

Cost: Free

More info: proportsmouth.org

Piscataqua Riverfest 2024

What: The Piscataqua Riverfest is Portsmouth’s annual celebration of the rivers and bays. Traditional boat show, food, music, demonstrations and vendors, for all ages.

When: Saturday, July 20, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Where: Strawbery Banke Museum, 14 Hancock St., Portsmouth

Cost: Free

More info: piscataquariverfest.com

New Hampshire Jewish Festival

What:: New Hampshire Jewish Festival, in its third year, offers chance to experience Jewish life and culture. Special guests include a billboard charting artist Moshe Reuven and Israeli singer Noam Agami, plus the Klezmer Conservatory Band from Boston. Enjoy delicious food from the new The Brooklyn Cafe, and a special unity art project, plus fun activities for kids.

When: Sunday, July 21, noon-3 p.m.

Where: Jewish Community Center, 2299 Woodbury Ave, Newington

Cost:: Free admission

More info: thejewishfestival.com

The Heavy Heavy at 3S Artspace

What: The Heavy Heavy create the kind of unfettered rock-and-roll that warps time and place. 

When: Sunday, July 21, 8-11 p.m.

Where: 3S Artspace, 319 Vaughan St., Portsmouth

Cost: $20 to $25

More info: 3sarts.org

‘Dirty Dancing’ at Prescott Park

What: Have the time of your life with this Prescott Park Arts Festival movie night featuring “Dirty Dancing.”

When: Monday, July 22, 8:30 p.m.

Where: Prescott Park, 105 Marcy St., Portsmouth

Cost: Suggested $5-$15 donation at the gate.

More info: prescottpark.org

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