The Olde Towne Holiday Music Festival began in 1998 and has become the signature holiday event for the City of Portsmouth. In 2025, this special day of music and friendship takes place on Saturday, December 13, from 11 am until 5 pm. Schedule: Middle Street Mall Area and Portsmouth Welcome Center (Outside) Portsmouth Public Schools …
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Olde Towne Holiday Music Festival – December 13
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Holiday Gift Ideas in Olde Towne Portsmouth – Shop Local!
It's the most wonderful time of the year! We've all seen the stats - buying local is the best way to contribute to a thriving community AND add much more meaning to your gifts this year. Come see what Olde Towne has to offer and support the businesses you love this holiday season. Here are [...] More -
Nov. 29 is Small Business Saturday in Olde Towne!
Skip those Black Friday crowds and come ENJOY Shopping Small in Olde Towne Portsmouth! Look for the Olde Towne Business Association tent at the Portsmouth Welcome Center from 10 am – 2 pm. The first 50 shoppers will get a swag bag, which includes a free coffee from our sponsor, Olde Towne Coffee! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The …
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Olde Towne Holiday Lights November 21
A Progressive Illumination of High Street from the Tree Lighting to the Arrival of St. Nick! Friday, November 21, 2025, from 5 – 9 pm Enjoy a hometown holiday tree lighting complete with decorations, music, live entertainment, and even a little snow, followed by Santa arriving by fire truck! The kids can enjoy special crafts, …
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200th Anniversary of the Hill House Museum -Admission is free, and all are welcome to attend.
This year marks a truly special occasion—the 200th anniversary of the Hill House, an iconic landmark in Olde Towne Portsmouth. Built in 1825, the Hill House serves as a museum, where stories of the Hill family enhance visitors’ understanding of Portsmouth’s rich history. We invite you to join us in celebrating this milestone on …
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June 2025 Happy Hour Specials and MORE at Olde Towne Restaurants & Bars!
Summer is here! Something about those long summer nights makes us want to get out and enjoy everything Olde Towne has to offer. We heard such great feedback last time we did one of these round-ups, we decided to do another one — this time with even MORE deals, happy hours, and awesome activities. We …
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Spend Mother’s Day Weekend in Olde Towne Portsmouth!
Mother’s Day Weekend is FILLED with special events for the family to enjoy while celebrating MOM! Enjoy Brunch at Cure Coffeehouse Get Mom some great …
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First Saturday in Olde Towne!
The Portsmouth Olde Towne Farmers Market brings a lively, festival-like atmosphere every week, but the first Saturday of the month takes it to another level! With over 150 vendors, our “Triple Market Day” transforms Olde Towne into a bustling marketplace, featuring the Portsmouth Olde Towne Farmers Market (9 am – 2 pm), First Saturday …
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Valentine’s Day in Olde Towne Portsmouth – Shop Local!
With 26 chef-owned restaurants and unique places to shop, Olde Towne has everything you need to show your love for that special person in your life! Valentine's Specials Galentine's Day BrunchCure Coffeehouse Food & Drink Chocolate CrawlOlde Towne Restaurants LOVE NightRoger Brown's Restaurant Chocolate CandiesBier Garden Gift Shop Homemade Sweet TreatsMarket Street & General Store [...] More -
Holiday Gift Ideas in Olde Towne Portsmouth – Shop Local!
It's the most wonderful time of the year! We've all seen the stats - buying local is the best way to contribute to a thriving community AND add much more meaning to your gifts this year. Come see what Olde Towne has to offer and support the businesses you love this holiday season. Here are [...] More