# Events & Things To Do In Portsmouth, New Hampshire on 8th May 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Portsmouth, New Hampshire on 8th May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.
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## About

Discover the best events and activities in Portsmouth, New Hampshire on 8th May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Portsmouth

- **Event Name**: Colin James  Matt Anderson & Terra Lightfoot
  - **Description**: 🌟 Step into a world of wonder at Colin James  Matt Anderson & Terra Lightfoot, where extraordinary moments await! 🏛️ Located at Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club in dynamic Portsmouth, NH
  - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/colin-james-matt-anderson-and-terra-lightfoot/2300029371530408
  - **Venue**: Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Madeleine Peyroux at Jimmys Jazz and Blues Club
  - **Description**: ✨ Experience the magic of Madeleine Peyroux at Jimmys Jazz and Blues Club, where moments become memories that last a lifetime! 🏛️ The iconic Jimmys Jazz and Blues Club in Portsmouth, NH
  - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/madeleine-peyroux-at-jimmys-jazz-and-blues-club/2400029216708310
  - **Venue**: Jimmys Jazz and Blues Club
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Madeleine Peyroux
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Jimmys Jazz and Blues Club
🏠 Address: 135 Congress Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801
🌆 City: Portsmouth
📍 Location: 43.0762, -70.7601🌟 Be part of history at Madeleine Peyroux, an extraordinary gathering that will captivate your imagi
  - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 07:30 pm – Fri May 08 2026 at 09:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/madeleine-peyroux/3200029205212105
  - **Venue**: Jimmys Jazz and Blues Club
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Dave Alvin & Jimmie Dale Gilmore - Almost Acoustic Duo
  - **Description**: On sale Friday, March 20 at 10am // Member Presale is happening now!*About this EventDave Alvin & Jimmie Dale Gilmore - Almost Acoustic Duo
  - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 08:00 pm – Fri May 08 2026 at 11:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/dave-alvin-and-jimmie-dale-gilmore-almost-acoustic-duo/100001985150390256
  - **Venue**: 3S Artspace
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  - **Price**: USD 0 to 76
  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, art, nonprofit, country-music-festivals, reggae
- **Event Name**: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at Seacoast Repertory Theatre
  - **Description**: ✨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at Seacoast Repertory Theatre, where every moment promises to be unforgettable! 🌟 Imagine of transforming Seacoast Repertory Theatre in t
  - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 07:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/the-25th-annual-putnam-county-spelling-bee-at-seacoast-repertory-theatre/2400029332942519
  - **Venue**: Seacoast Repertory Theatre
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre, contests, trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: Storied Stones: Colonial Gravestone Iconography & Cemetery Tour with Juniper Deadwick
  - **Description**: Friday, May 8th at 6pm, $44/person

The Point of Graves in Portsmouth was established in 1671, and as one of New England’s oldest cemeteries, it contains many of these examples, carved by notable funerary artists. Gravestone imagery and iconography was on
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 10
  - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/storied-stones-colonial-gravestone-iconography-and-cemetery-tour-with-juniper-deadwick/200029760715612
  - **Venue**: 19 Sheafe St, Portsmouth, NH
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  - **Categories**: art, fine-arts, workshops
- **Event Name**: TEDxPortsmouth: Uncharted
  - **Description**: TEDxPortsmouth: Uncharted will be live at The Music Hall on Friday, May 8th, 2026! Tickets will go on sale at noon on Friday, March 6th, via The Music Hall website. We will also offer tickets for a live-stream viewing across the street at The Music Hall L
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 112
  - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 08:00 am – Fri May 08 2026 at 03:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/tedxportsmouth-uncharted/200029759563127
  - **Venue**: The Music Hall
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  - **Categories**: live-music
- **Event Name**: Parking The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee - Portsmouth
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Seacoast Repertory Theatre
🏠 Address: 125 Bow St, Portsmouth, NH 03801
🌆 City: Portsmouth
📍 Location: 43.0786, -70.7546✨ Experience the magic of Parking The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee - Portsmouth, where moments beco
  - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 11:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/parking-the-25th-annual-putnam-county-spelling-bee-portsmouth/3200029382106449
  - **Venue**: Seacoast Repertory Theatre
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre
- **Event Name**: Mischief Mile
  - **Description**: Mischief Mile live at The Moose
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 2
  - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 09:30 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/mischief-mile/200029741698646
  - **Venue**: Thirsty Moose Taphouse - Portsmouth
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- **Event Name**: New Horizons Band Spring Concert
  - **Description**: A Combined Concert Featuring: New Horizons Beginner Band and New Horizons Band.

🎟 Suggested donation: $5 at the door
📍 Location: Portsmouth Middle School
🎤 Open to the public – all are welcome!
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 5
  - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri May 08 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/new-horizons-band-spring-concert/200029811447424
  - **Venue**: Portsmouth Middle School
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, concerts, nonprofit

## Trending Events in Portsmouth

- **Event Name**: Market Square Day
  - **Description**: Market Square Day was the first event produced by the non-profit, Pro Portsmouth. Created to celebrate the renovation and beautification of Downtown Portsmouth and, in particular, Market Square, the Festival has grown in size along with the growth and
  - **Venue**: Market Square Portsmouth ,NH
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- **Event Name**: John Legend
  - **Description**: ✨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at John Legend, where every moment promises to be unforgettable! 🌟 Imagine of transforming The Historic Theater at The Music Hall in the heart of Portsmouth, N
  - **Venue**: The Historic Theater at The Music Hall
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- **Event Name**: Alison Krauss & Union Station with Jerry Douglas and Theo Lawrence
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: The Historic Theater at The Music Hall
🏠 Address: 28 Chestnut St, Portsmouth, NH 03801
🌆 City: Portsmouth
📍 Location: 43.0758, -70.7594🎉 Welcome to Alison Krauss & Union Station with Jerry Douglas and Theo Lawrence, where th
  - **Venue**: The Historic Theater at The Music Hall
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- **Event Name**: Khalid at Portsmouth Pavilion
  - **Description**: 🎉 Welcome to Khalid at Portsmouth Pavilion, where dreams come alive and possibilities are endless! 🏛️ Join us at Portsmouth Pavilion in the heart of Portsmouth, VA for an event that defi
  - **Venue**: Portsmouth Pavilion
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- **Event Name**: Khalid with Lauv
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Portsmouth Pavilion
🏠 Address: 16 Crawford Circle, Portsmouth, VA 23704
🌆 City: Portsmouth
📍 Location: 36.8312, -76.2979✨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at Khalid with Lauv, where every moment promises to be unforgettable! 🌟
  - **Venue**: Portsmouth Pavilion
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- **Event Name**: Sail Virginia 2026 | Portsmouth
  - **Description**: A once-in-a-generation maritime celebration is coming to Portsmouth!

From June 19–22, Sail Virginia℠ 2026 brings legendary Tall Ships to Portsmouth’s historic waterfront as part of America’s 250th anniversary celebration.

Watch the breathtaking Parade o
  - **Venue**: High St, Portsmouth, VA, United States
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- **Event Name**: Alison Krauss at The Music Hall - Portsmouth
  - **Description**: ✨ Enter a world of endless possibilities at Alison Krauss at The Music Hall - Portsmouth, where every moment tells a story! 🏛️ The stunning The Music Hall - Portsmouth in vibrant Portsmouth, NH
  - **Venue**: The Music Hall - Portsmouth
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- **Event Name**: Billy Strings
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Portsmouth Pavilion
🏠 Address: 16 Crawford Circle, Portsmouth, VA 23704
🌆 City: Portsmouth
📍 Location: 36.8312, -76.2979🌟 Be part of history at Billy Strings, an extraordinary gathering that will captivate your imagination! 🏛️ T
  - **Venue**: Portsmouth Pavilion
- **Event Name**: Children's Day
  - **Description**: Who says children aren’t in charge? Each year on the first Sunday of May, Downtown Portsmouth becomes headquarters for children of all ages with the celebration of Children’s Day. An estimated 5,000+ “children” visit Portsmouth to take part in an afternoo
  - **Venue**: Market Square Portsmouth ,NH
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** Colin James  Matt Anderson & Terra Lightfoot (Fri May 08 2026 at 07:00 pm at Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club), Madeleine Peyroux at Jimmys Jazz and Blues Club (Fri May 08 2026 at Jimmys Jazz and Blues Club), Madeleine Peyroux (Fri May 08 2026 at 07:30 pm at Jimmys Jazz and Blues Club), Dave Alvin & Jimmie Dale Gilmore - Almost Acoustic Duo (Fri May 08 2026 at 08:00 pm at 3S Artspace), The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at Seacoast Repertory Theatre (Fri May 08 2026 at 07:30 pm at Seacoast Repertory Theatre).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Portsmouth on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Portsmouth include Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club, Jimmys Jazz and Blues Club, 3S Artspace.
- **Q**: What is the price range for events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** Prices for events in Portsmouth range from up to USD 76. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Portsmouth include Ticket Network Events, Vivid Events, Seat Geek.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Portsmouth.

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