Food trucks, classic rock and big trees: Things to do on Seacoast this weekend
It's Memorial Day weekend and there is plenty planned to honor our military men and women. Vernon Family Farm will feature 13Fifty performing some classic rock, you could grab some tickets for the popular musical "Newsies" at the Seacoast Rep or satisfy your appetites at the Great New England Seacoast Food Truck Festival in Kittery.
Here's a look at nine things to do this weekend:
13Fifty at Vernon Family Farm
What: This five-piece band, performs classic rock, southern rock, country, and many other popular tunes from various genres.
When: Friday, May 26 from 4 to 8 p.m.
Where: Vernon Family Farm, 301 Piscassic Road, Newfields
Cost: $20 to $35, kids 12 and under are free
More info: vernonfamilyfarm.com
‘Newsies’ at the Seacoast Rep
What: The popular Disney musical is inspired by the true story of the New York City’s Newsboys’ strike of 1899, Newsies is a dance spectacular with a timeless message of hope, community and perseverance.
When: Friday, May 26 at 8 p.m.
Where: Seacoast Repertory Theatre, 125 Bow St., Portsmouth
Cost: $37 to $62
More info: seacoastrep.org
Bill Frisell at Jimmy’s
What: Grammy-winning jazz guitarist and composer Bill Frisell will perform
When: Friday, May 26 at 7 p.m.
Where: Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club, 135 Congress St., Portsmouth
Cost: $10 to $45
More info: jimmysoncongress.com
Great New England Seacoast Food Truck Festival
What: Grab your friends and come celebrate the end of a long work week with great food, great music, cold craft brews (seven local brews) and cocktails, while shopping unique handcrafted goods, vendor products and specialty foods. Rain or shine.
When: Saturday, May 27 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Kittery Premium Outlets, 375 US Route 1, Kittery
Cost: $5, ages 12 and under free
More info: gne.ticketleap.com
Music release party: The Honey Bees & Moses Irons and his Long Suffering Band
What: Guitarist Chris O’Neill brings two cherished regional acts to the stage to celebrate the release of 4 songs each.
When: Saturday, May 27 at 7 p.m.
Where: The Stone Church, 5 Granite St., Newmarket
Cost: $20
More info: stonechurchrocks.com
Portsmouth Big Tree Tour
What: Help celebrate Portsmouth’s 400th anniversary with a tour of Big Trees. Kevin Martin and County Forester Greg Jordan will be leading the tour in coordination with the Moffatt-Ladd House.
When: Saturday, May 27 at 9 a.m.
Where: Moffatt-Ladd House & Garden, 154 Market St., Portsmouth
Cost: Free
More info: info@moffattladd.org
DJ Tuggboat’s R&B Party at The Press Room
What: DJ Tuggboat’s R&B Party is an ages 21-plus party at The Press Room.
When: Saturday, May 27 at 10:30 p.m.
Where: The Press Room, 77 Daniel St., Portsmouth
Cost: $10
More info: pressroomnh.com
Cisco Brewers Portsmouth 5K
What: The road race is a community-wide fundraising event for Krempels Center and the largest race in the Seacoast Road Race Series. Post-race festivities will feature a new BBQ feast catered by Cisco Brewers, live music, kids’ activities and more.
When: Sunday, May 28 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Cisco Brewers Portsmouth, 35 Corporate Drive, Portsmouth
Cost: $15 to $45
More info: runsignup.com
The YellowHouse Blues Band at Jimmy’s
What: A nine-piece band with a funky horn section and multiple singers, this Seacoast based blues band will perform a set ranging from blues standards to full blown dance music.
When: Sunday, May 28 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club, 135 Congress St., Portsmouth
Cost: $35
More info: jimmysoncongress.com
More: Memorial Day 2023 parades, ceremonies in Seacoast NH and southern Maine are listed here
This article originally appeared on Portsmouth Herald: Food trucks, classic rock and big trees: Things to do on Seacoast this weekend
