What to do in Scarborough

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

2025 Augusta Elks Festival of Trees

Dec 9A magical holiday event in Augusta, Maine, featuring decorated Christmas trees.

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.

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

Pictures with Santa!

Dec 17Opportunity to take pictures with Santa.

Candlelight Stroll

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

Carols, Cookies

Dec 18A community event featuring carols and cookies.