The Seacoast entertainment scene has made it easy for you to find something to do this weekend! Head to Prescott Park for "Give My Regards To Portsmouth" a cabaret celebrating 50 years of musical theater at Prescott Park Arts Festival, get a nap in early so you can head to the midnight showing of The Rocky Horror Show LIVE! at the Seacoast Rep, check out some cool cars, trucks and motorcycles at the Hilltop Classic Carshow in Somersworth, or indulge in food trucks and craft beer at the Portsmouth Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival at Cisco Brewers.
Read on for details on things to do:
‘Give My Regards to Portsmouth’ at Prescott Park
What: Join us for this cabaret celebrating 50 years of musical theatre at Prescott Park Arts Festival.
When: Friday, Aug. 16, 7 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 17 at 1 p.m. & 7 p.m., and Sunday, Aug. 18, at 7 p.m.
Where: Prescott Park Arts Festival, 105 Marcy St., Portsmouth
Cost: Suggested $5-$15 donation at the gate.
More info: prescottpark.org
Old Hat String Band at the Cochecho Arts Festival
What: Old Hat Stringband is based out of Eliot, Maine. Fusing tight vocal harmonies with a propulsive acoustic rhythm section, Old Hat creates a sound that draws from bluegrass, old time, folk, and country traditions.
When: Friday, Aug. 16, 6-8 p.m.
Where: Rotary Arts Pavillion, Henry Law Park, downtown Dover
Cost: Free
More info: dovernh.org
The Rocky Horror Show LIVE!
What: For decades, Seacoast Repertory Theatre has been home to one of the longest running midnight Rocky Horror Show LIVE traditions in the world. Make no mistake, this is not a showing of the classic film - this is a fully produced, spectacular production of the original stage show, featuring a top tier cast of wild & untamed performers and an electric live band. Come join the outrageous, campy, interactive audience favorite!
When: Friday, Aug. 16, at midnight
Where: Seacoast Repertory Theatre, 125 Bow St., Portsmouth
Cost: $40 to $70
More info: seacoastrep.org
Hampton Beach Comedy Festival
What: Each year, Jimmy Dunn brings his funniest friends to Hampton Beach for five nights of laughs.
When: Saturday, Aug. 17, 8-9:40 p.m.
Where: McGuirk’s Ocean View, 95 Ocean Blvd., Hampton
Cost: $20
More info: hampton-beach-comedy-festival.weebly.com
Boston Dance Theater: Strong Women of Today at The Dance Hall
What: Jessie Jeanne Stinnett (Founder, Co-Director) describes Strong Women as, “A playlist of some of the hottest female choreographers in the US today that should get played on repeat!”
When: Saturday, Aug. 17, 7 p.m.
Where: The Dance Hall, 7 Walker St., Kittery, Maine
Cost: $20 to $25
More info: thedancehallkittery.org
Dustin Lynch at the Casino Ballroom
What: Dustin Lynch has “built one of the most consistent recording careers in modern country music” ( Billboard ), achieving eight #1s, four Top 5 albums, 10 GOLD and PLATINUM certified singles, and tallying over 5.4 BILLION cumulative global streams.
When: Saturday, Aug. 17, 8 p.m.
Where: Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom, 169 Ocean Blvd., Hampton Beach
Cost: $67 to $72
More info: casinoballroom.com
Chicken Run: Free family movie night
What: "Chicken Run" with pre-movie entertainment. Bring a chair and a blanket and snacks or order takeout from Ridge restaurants.
When: Saturday, Aug. 17, 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
Hilltop Classic Carshow
What: Now in its third year the Hilltop Classic Carshow will feature cars, trucks and motorcycles of all ages and types that will once again line Main Street, in Somersworth, and benefit the Somersworth Police Association and the Somersworth Lions Club. There will be food, face painting and music.
When: Sunday, Aug. 18, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., (Rain date Sunday, Aug. 25)
Where: Main Street between Fayette and Washington Street, Somersworth
Cost: Free
More info: simplysomersworth.com
Portsmouth Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival at Cisco Brewers
What: Join us for the electrifying 10th Annual Portsmouth Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival, where over 20 of the hottest local food trucks will be serving up their mouthwatering fan favorites alongside the finest craft beer and cocktails from Cisco Brewers
When: Sunday, Aug. 18, 12-5 p.m.
Where: Cisco Brewers, 35 Corporate Dr., Portsmouth
Cost: $5 to $10
More info: foodtruckfestivalsofamerica.com
New England BIPOC Festival
What: The New England BIPOC Fest showcases an array of performers, artisans, and food vendors. Attendees can indulge in a global culinary experience at no extra cost, with vendors offering a variety of dishes included with admission. The festival also features an exciting lineup of performances, including music, dance, and martial arts demonstrations by a diverse group of artists, ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
When: Sunday, Aug. 18, 12-5 p.m.
Where: Strawbery Banke Museum, 14 Hancock St., Portsmouth
Cost: Free with a suggested $10 donation to Cultivate.
More info: newenglandbipocfest.com
This article originally appeared on Portsmouth Herald: BIPOC Festival, comedy in Hampton, musical theater in Prescott Park: Fun on the Seacoast
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