What to do in Old Orchard Beach

Between Monday, November 17, 2025 and Friday, January 16, 2026

A Motown Christmas with Pat Colwell & The Soul Sensations!

Dec 20Experience a Motown Christmas live with Pat Colwell & The Soul Sensations.

Gingerbread House Contest

Nov 28Step into a festive display of gingerbread houses presented by the Portsmouth Historical Society.

Poetry & Music Showcase feat. Myles Burr & the Last Straws

Dec 8An evening featuring a blend of poetry and live music.

Long Story Short: In Hindsight

Dec 10An event featuring storytelling performances.

Portsmouth Pro Musica December 2025 Concert

Dec 13A holiday concert by the Portsmouth Pro Musica.

Stranger Than Fiction presents: What the Dickens! An Improvised Christmas

Dec 13An improvised Christmas performance.

Annual Gingerbread Contest

Nov 28View creative gingerbread entries at the Portsmouth Historical Society.

Family Holiday Pops!

Dec 14A festive holiday concert for the family presented by the Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra.

Studio Recital: Is There a Villain in the House?

Dec 13A studio recital exploring the theme of villains.

Dec 10An event that is free but encourages bringing a food item for the St. Anne's Food Pantry.

Hampstead Christmas Parade

Dec 14Celebrate a "Gingerbread Christmas" with a parade hosted by the Hampstead Lions Club.

Candlelight Stroll

Dec 19Enjoy a festive candlelight stroll with arrival times at 4:30 PM and 5:30 PM, concluding at 8:30 PM

Family Holiday Pops!

Dec 21A holiday performance by the Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra

Candlelight Stroll

Dec 12A festive stroll through the Strawbery Banke Museum, featuring historical ambiance.

Festival of Trees at the Buttonwoods Museum

Dec 13Immerse yourself in a holiday display of beautifully decorated trees and enjoy classic radio shows.

Holiday Artisan Fair

Dec 14Browse and purchase unique crafts and goods from local artisans as part of the Festival of Trees.

Candlelight Tour of the John Ward House

Dec 14Experience a historic house tour by candlelight.

Carols, Cookies

Dec 18A community event featuring carols and cookies.

Pictures with Santa!

Dec 17Opportunity to take pictures with Santa.

Haverhill Holiday Craft & Vendor Fair

Dec 14Shop for unique holiday gifts and support local vendors.

Dec 28Public ice skating session at the Douglas N. Everett Arena.

Dec 27Public ice skating session at the Douglas N. Everett Arena.

Dec 22Public ice skating session.

Adult Stick & Puck

Dec 22Ages 14 and up. Helmet and gloves required. Full equipment recommended. $15 admission. Goalies free.

Muppet Christmas Carol Sing-Along

Dec 22A family-friendly event. RSVP required.

Storytime Stations

Dec 27Family-friendly event with storytime. RSVP required.

Adult Stick Practice

Dec 26Ice hockey stick practice for adults (ages 14 and up). Helmet and gloves required.

GRINCHY Seaglass Christmas Tree & Wine Tasting

Dec 23Create a Grinch-themed seaglass Christmas tree while enjoying wine tasting.

GRINCHY Seaglass Christmas Tree & Wine Tasting

Dec 22Create a Grinch-themed seaglass Christmas tree while enjoying wine tasting.