Children's Day, Cinco de Mayo, comedy, music: Things to do on Seacoast this weekend
Happy Cinco de Mayo, amigos and amigas! This weekend there is a lot for you to get out there and experience. Put on your dancing shoes and head to The Strand Theatre to learn Salsa dancing, sample some tequila or margaritas at the Brook or get ready to boogie-oogie-oogie at Club 3S for a Fireball Latin dance party. Fiesta ‘til you siesta!
Here's a look at 11 things to do this weekend:
Children's Day in Portsmouth
What: Children's Day combines family-friendly activities, entertainment, supported by the downtown merchants, area companies, civic organizations and volunteers. Pro Portsmouth creates a map and kids of all ages follow the alphabet. From A to Z, they can visit shops and restaurants, head to the Block Party on Pleasant Street and enjoy all sorts of fun activities and entertainment.
When: Sunday, May 7, noon to 4 p.m.
Where: Downtown Portsmouth
Cost: Free
More info: proportsmouth.org/events/childrens-day
Cinco de Mayo Salsa Dance
What: Cinco de Mayo salsa dancing. Lessons before an open dance. All levels welcome. Best costume wins $20 cash prize.
When: Friday, May 5 at from 7 to 11:30 p.m.
Where: Strand Theatre, 20 Third St., Dover
Cost: $10
More info: thestranddover.com
Cinco de Mayo Party
What: In celebration of Cinco de Mayo, The Brook will host a complimentary tequila and margarita tasting hour with specialty tequilas Hornitos Plata and Tres Generaciones.
When: Friday, May 5, from 5 to 6 p.m.
Where: The Brook, 319 New Zealand Road, Seabrook
Cost: Free
More info: livefreeandplay.com
Fireball Latin Dance Party
What: DJ Skooch is taking you on a worldwide Latin dance journey. Get ready to boogie-oogie-oogie the night away to cumbia, salsa, merengue, bachata, Latin pop, and reggaeton. This party will span decades of traditional and modern Latin dance music from the biggest artists around the globe. Ages 21-plus.
When: Friday, May 5 from 9 to 11:59 p.m.
Where: Club 3S, 319 Vaughan St., Portsmouth
Cost: $12
More info: 3sarts.org
PAPA Jr. presents: ‘Guys & Dolls’ at the Seacoast Rep
What: Hailed as the perfect musical comedy, this award-winning classic gambles with luck and love under the bright lights of Broadway.
When: Saturday, May 6 at 10 a.m.
Where: Seacoast Repertory Theatre, 125 Bow St., Portsmouth
Cost: $22
More info: seacoastrep.org
Rock n’ Roll Circus
What: Legendary New England Blues Artist James Montgomery brings a Rock n’ Roll Circus for one night only. This special benefit event is being put on to help support the Homeland Hero Foundation, in Salem, N.H.
When: Saturday, May 6 at 7 p.m.
Where: Strand Theatre, 20 Third St., Dover
Cost: $30 to $89
More info: thestranddover.com
Todd Hearon Album Release Party at The Stone Church
What: Celebrating the release of Todd Hearon’s new album, Yodelady with special guests Green Heron and Tiny Dog Fight. Todd Hearon is an award-winning poet and songwriter, born in Fort Worth, Texas, and raised in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. The hymns and folk songs of his youth continue to influence his music, along with more edgy, contemporary Americana and Country-Rock sounds.
When: Saturday, May 6 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Where: The Stone Church, 5 Granite St., Newmarket
Cost: $20
More info: stonechurchrocks.com
Frank Santorelli at McCue’s Comedy Club
What: Frank Santorelli is best known for playing the recurring role of “Georgie the Bartender” in The Sopranos. Frank is also well known for his star role in The Godfathers of Comedy.
When: Saturday, May 6 from 8 to 10 p.m.
Where: McCue’s Comedy Club, 580 Portsmouth Traffic Circle, Portsmouth
Cost: $20
More info: mccuescomedyclub.com
Not Your Mama’s Drag Show at WSCA
What: WSCA is hosting "Not Your Mamas Drag Show". Performers include Summer Rhaine, Saison Lefaye, Asia Deluxxe, Devilotte Despiria, Morticia Delishia. Ages 18-plus.
When: Saturday, May 6 from 8 to 11 p.m.
Where: Button Factory Stage, 909 Islington St., Portsmouth
Cost: $10
More info: wscafm.org
Kentucky Derby Watch Party
What: It's the annual Run for Roses from Churchill Downs. Watch and bet on all of the action at The Brook's DraftKings Sportsbook. There will also be special seating in the new Seasons Showroom. Wear your favorite Derby Hat and win the "Best Hat" first-place prize of $500.
When: Saturday, May 6 at 9 a.m.
Where: The Brook, 319 New Zealand Road, Seabrook
Cost: Free admission. Reserved seating is available in the Season Showroom, beginning at $22 per seat.
More info: https://www.livefreeandplay.com/promotions_and_events/kentucky-derby
Kittery Community Market Mayfest
What: Kick-off Spring with Kittery Community Market Mayfest celebration. Over 35 vendors, entertainment, magic show and more.
When: Sunday, May 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: 10 Shapleigh Road, Kittery, Maine
Cost: Free
More info: facebook.com/events/6481423758616421
This article originally appeared on Portsmouth Herald: Children's Day, Cinco de Mayo, comedy, music: Things to do on Seacoast
