Farm Day, brewery's carnival, Queen music: Things to do on Seacoast this weekend
Here we are closing out April, but the show must go on! This weekend there is plenty to see and do for all ages. Head over to the Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom to check out One Night of Queen, see some animals at Open Farm Day at Coppal House Farm, join Cisco Brewers for its annual Spring Carnival or get "Up Close and Personal" with the Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra at Jimmy’s.
Here's a look at 10 things to do this weekend:
One Night of Queen at the Casino Ballroom
What: One Night of Queen – performed by Gary Mullen and the The Works. One Night of Queen recreates the look, sound, pomp and showmanship of arguably the greatest rock band of all time. It's an 18-plus show.
When: Friday, April 28 at 8 p.m.
Where: Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom, 169 Ocean Blvd., Hampton Beach
Cost: $29 to $112
More info: casinoballroom.com
Shawn Carter at the Rio
What: Shawn Carter is a nationally touring comedian and the owner of the Blue Ridge Comedy Club in Bristol, Tennessee.
When: Friday, April 28 from 7 to 9 p.m.
Where: Rio Tequila Cantina, 37 Bow St., Portsmouth
Cost: $20
More info: rioportsmouth.com
Spring wildlife at The Word Barn
What: With spring finally here, come join us to meet some amazing owl and raptor species up close while learning all about them thanks to Tailwinds educators.
When: Friday, April 28 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Where: The Word Barn, 66 Newfields Road, Exeter
Cost: Free to $25
More info: thewordbarn.com
Open Farm Day at Coppal House Farm
What: Come enjoy a free family friendly spring event with Coppal House Farm with a draft horse demonstration, sunflower oil pressing and filtering, lambs, pigs, chickens, farm tractors and samples from A Seasoned Chef and Big Scott’s Popcorn.
When: Saturday, April 29 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Coppal House Farm, 118 North River Road, Lee
Cost: Free
More info: nhcornmaze.com
Cisco Portsmouth Spring Carnival
What: Join Cisco Brewers Portsmouth for its annual Spring Carnival. Games, food, craft beer and cocktails, petting animals, local vendors and live music.
When: Saturday, April 29, from 12 to 3 p.m.
Where: Cisco Brewers Portsmouth, 35 Corporate Drive, Portsmouth at Pease International Tradeport.
Cost: Varies
More info: ciscobrewersportsmouth.com
Cormac McCarthy at The Press Room
What: Cormac McCarthy is a critically acclaimed singer-songwriter and musician. His concerts are a mix of ballads, biting humor and country blues guitar picking.
When: Saturday, April 29 at 7 p.m.
Where: The Press Room, 77 Daniel St., Portsmouth
Cost: $20 to $25
More info: pressroomnh.com
Singles Party at The Rockingham Ballroom
What: Forget online dating and endless swiping. Get out there and mingle with like minded people. Meet, mix, dance with guest DJs Johnny Groovy and Soul Sister Pamela. Diverse age group. Bring your choice of beverage (BYOB). Complimentary coffee/tea and chocolates. Light menu available.
When: Saturday, April 29 from 7 to 11 p.m.
Where: Rockingham Ballroom, 22 Ash Swamp Road, Newmarket
Cost: $20
More info: rockinballroom.club
'Up Close and Personal' with the Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra: String Quartets
What: Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra presents a program of quartet music featuring concertmaster and violinist, Zoia Bologovsky; Johnny Mok, cello; Oliver Chen, viola; and Amira Acre, piano. Explore romantic works for strings and piano including the lush harmonies of Brahms. Ticket price includes appetizer, dinner & dessert from Jimmy’s a la carte menu. Drinks not included.
When: Sunday, April 30 at 5:30 p.m.
Where: Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club, 135 Congress St., Portsmouth
Cost: $90
More info: portsmouthsymphony.org
'How to Promote Your Band (and Get Better Gigs)' with Matthew Becker
What: In this live presentation sponsored by the Seacoast Jazz Society as part of its Spring Lecture Series, guitarist and fundraiser Matt Becker will offer insight and tips on how to promote your band and get better gigs.
When: Sunday, April 30 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Where: Portsmouth Public Library, 175 Parrott Ave.
Cost: Free
More info: seacoastjazz.org
Benefit show for WSCA
What: Keep local radio alive! Magnificent live music line up coming to the Button Factory Stage featuring five of your favorites: Monsoon, Palana vs. The Man, Plant Fight, Grub Lord, and Ratland.
When: Sunday, April 30 from 8 to 11 p.m.
Where: Button Factory Stage, 909 Islington St., Portsmouth
Cost: $10
More info: wscafm.org
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