Strawberry Festival, food trucks, Open Farm Day, music and more: Things to do in Seacoast
Well hello there summer, it's good to see you again! With summer officially here, the Seacoast is heating up with all sorts of entertainment. This weekend, head over to Somersworth High School for the rescheduled Celebration Night hosted by the Somersworth Festival Association, experience all things Strawberry at the South Berwick Strawberry Festival, see Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy at Prescott Park or take the whole family to Open Farm Day Jubilee 2024 at Hackmatack Playhouse.
Read on for details on things to do:
Somersworth Festival Association Celebration Night
What: The Somersworth Festival Association's Celebration will have tasty food and live entertainment featuring the Somersworth Student Jazz Ensemble, award winning children’s entertainers, Mr. Aaron and Michael, and the ever popular Bad Breath Microphone. Marty Perreault will sing the National Anthem. The evening will end with a spectacular fireworks display.
When: Friday, June 28, 5:30-10 p.m.
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Where: Somersworth High School, 11 Memorial Drive, Somersworth
Cost: Free
More info: nhfestivals.org
Transforming Your Yard Into Habitat with Daphne Minner
What: Learn organic habitat gardening practices that support insects, birds, and others in ways that traditional horticulture practices do not. Daphne will lead activities to help you.
When: Friday, June 28, 1-2:30 p.m.
Where: Bedrock Gardens, 19 High Road, Lee
Cost: $25
More info: bedrockgardens.org
Seacoast Food Truck Festival
What: Indulge in a culinary adventure as we bring together a spectacular lineup of food trucks featuring an array of mouthwatering cuisines. From sizzling burgers to gourmet tacos, wood-fired pizzas to decadent desserts, there’s something to delight every palate. Sip on craft beers, fruity cocktails, or opt for a classic soda. For our little festival-goers, we have a dedicated Kids Zone packed with fun activities and music.
When: Saturday, June 29, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Old Navy lot at the Kittery Premium Outlets
Cost: $5
More info: gnefoodtruckfest.com
South Berwick Strawberry Festival
What: The Strawberry Festival is an annual event filled with entertainment, food, craft artisans and strawberry shortcakes. There is also a free trolley service which transports our guests to and from the various parking areas.
When: Saturday, June 29, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Central School, 197 Main St, South Berwick, Maine
Cost: Free
More info: southberwickstrawberryfestival.org
Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy at Prescott Park
What: Hearing Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy speak reverentially about the fiddle, which has propelled their dazzling careers since childhood while cementing their status as Canada’s reigning couple of Celtic music, is almost as electrifying as hearing them play it.
When: Saturday, June 29, 7 p.m.
Where: Prescott Park Arts Festival, 105 Marcy St., Portsmouth
Cost: Free
More info: prescottpark.org
Gas Light Beach Party
What: Join us for the biggest beach party of 2024. Featuring tons of free swag giveaways & Best Beachwear Competition
When: Saturday, June 29, 9 p.m.
Where: Portsmouth Gas Light Co., 64 Market St., Portsmouth
Cost: $10 to $25
More info: portsmouthgaslight.com
Open Farm Day Jubilee 2024
What: Twice a year the land at Hackmatack opens up for family-friendly festivals. Join us on June 29 to celebrate the longer days with our annual Jubilee. Live music, food, beer, kids zone, farm animals and more.
When: Saturday, June 29, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Hackmatack Playhouse, 538 School St., Berwick, Maine
Cost: $20 per vehicle
More info: hackmatackfarm.com
Learn to Spin and Community Spin
What: A Learn to Spin and Community Spin will be offered the last Sunday of every month, beginning in May and ending at the end of September. Learn to Spin is 10 a.m. to noon and wheels and fiber will be provided at no cost to the participants. Open spin is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Rain or shine. We may spin outside, weather permitting.
When: Sunday, June 30, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: The Colonel Paul Wentworth House, 47 Water St., Rollinsford
Cost: Free
More info: paulwentworthhouse.org
Crows’ Feat Community Picnic
What: Savor the freshest produce of the season while enjoying the beauty & sounds of nature – and the best bands in New England. In 2024 we will again be offering Sunday Picnics ahead of our 3 p.m. concerts. The food is grown right here on the farm, with an emphasis on the freshest produce – served buffet style in a casual, family-friendly atmosphere. Lunch is served at 1 p.m. and continues until 2:30 p.m. Guests are welcome to tour the farm until the music begins at 3 p.m.
When: Sunday, June 30, 1-2:30 p.m.
Where: Crows’ Feat Farm, 178 Drinkwater Road, Kensington
Cost: $30
More info: crowsfeatfarm.org
Maddoc Johnson Band: Live Album Recording
What: Be a little part of local music history as the brilliant Maddoc Johnson Band makes a record at The Press Room. The Maddoc Johnson Band is a New Hampshire based group of musicians expressing themes of queer joy, love for the natural world, loss, pain, and radical social progress through the mediums of jazz, hip hop, songwriting, and free improvisation. Ages 18-plus
When: Sunday, June 30, 6 p.m.
Where: The Press Room, 77 Daniel St., Portsmouth
Cost: $15
More info: pressroomnh.com