3 musicians playing on a gazebo next to the water

Arts & Culture

New Hampshire's rugged beauty and independent spirit have inspired painters, poets, sculptors, screenwriters, musicians, and thespians for hundreds of years. The visual and performing arts thrive today in New Hampshire communities large and small, and our entertainment calendar is as varied as our landscape. Support homegrown New Hampshire talent at an intimate venue, or see nationally known acts on our larger stages. View works by local artists and craftspeople at galleries, shops, and fairs, or marvel at masterpieces of American and European art.

Theatre, Arts, History & More

the outside of a theater, with a marquee stating "Colonial Theatre"

A Blast From the Past: Drive-in Theatres

Get friends or family together for a night out at the Drive-In! NH has 3 drive-in theaters offering a great way to see movies and a little nostalgia too!

an aerial view of water and brick buildings, with a lit up boardwalk

Just because the sun sets doesn’t mean the fun stops on New Hampshire’s Seacoast. From beachfront fireworks and live music to outdoor movies and unforgettable theater performances, summer nights along the coast are packed with entertainment.

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This bucket list is your roadmap to a classic Granite State summer! No matter where your travels take you, you’re never more than a stone’s throw away from the perfect adventure.