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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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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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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Celebrate the District & Wall Street Mural Festival
Portsmouth Welcome Center Information Table 10 am – 3 pm Stop by the Portsmouth Welcome Center for all the information, maps, and brochures you will need to ensure you Celebrate the District! There will be a free shuttle available from noon to 4 pm that runs every 20 minutes. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ FREE MUSEUMS! Portsmouth Museums …
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A Post Such As Portsmouth – Commemorating the 1781 British occupation!
“A Post Such as Portsmouth” is an immersive, interactive, educational, child-friendly, annual spring event commemorating the 1781 British occupation of Portsmouth by the turncoat Benedict Arnold himself. On Saturday, April 13, Olde Towne Portsmouth will be brimming with reenactors, interpreters, and the like, as Youth Virginia Regiment hosts this one-of-kind event. Even residents and shop owners …
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First Fridays Concerts in the Courtyard Returns April 5 with the Sam Floyd Band!
The 2024 Music Series begins April 5 from 5 – 8 pm at the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center! The Sam Floyd Band is a local favorite featuring classic rock from The Allman Brothers to ZZ Top. You’re never too old to rock! You can dance the night away, enjoy shopping at our First Friday Art Market, …
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Olde Towne Holiday Music Festival – December 9
The Olde Towne Holiday Music Festival began in 1998 and has become the signature holiday event for the City of Portsmouth. In 2023, this special day of music and friendship takes place on Saturday, December 9, from 11 am until 5 pm. Schedule: High & Washington Street, Middle Street Mall Area, Portsmouth Welcome Center …
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First Fridays Concerts in the Courtyard April 7 – Canceled!
Starting April 7, every first Friday you can enjoy FREE live music by some of your favorite local bands in the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center Courtyard from 5 – 8 pm. Check out the 2023 lineup: Friday, April 7 – The Sam Floyd Band – Canceled due to weather. Friday, MAY 5 – The …
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Olde Towne Holiday Music Festival & Holiday Homes Tour – December 10
The Olde Towne Holiday Music Festival began in 1998 and has become the signature holiday event for the City of Portsmouth. In 2022, this special day of music and friendship takes place on Saturday, December 10th, from 11 am until 5 pm. You can also experience the spirit of old-world charm with festively decorated homes …
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