Prescott Park Arts Festival

11 reviews

+1 (603) 436-2848

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105 Marcy St

Portsmouth, NH 03801

+1 (603) 436-2848

http://www.cityofportsmouth.com

Prescott Park Arts Festival, established in 1974, is a beloved cultural institution in Portsmouth, NH. Celebrating its 38th anniversary in 2012, this festival offers a vibrant summer season of live music, theatre, and dance set against the picturesque backdrop of Prescott Park overlooking Portsmouth Harbor.

With a mission to provide quality family entertainment and promote artistic excellence in the community, the PPAF presents a diverse range of theatrical productions, concerts, and shows with no fixed admission. Committed to offering both entertainment and educational events, this festival is a must-visit destination for locals and visitors alike.

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3.011 reviews

Jaime R.

7/28/2017

I am absolutely adoring all of the festivities, music, concerts and Broadway shows that this park is putting on for the community for free with donation. I so love how brilliantly talented the...

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Jessica F.

8/19/2023

Word of advice... do not go to any shows at Prescott Park Arts Festival. I never write posts negative or positive. I've sponsored this 501c3 for years through a company. Fought for dollars for...

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Adrien C.

7/30/2016

One of my favorite places to visit whenever I'm in Portsmouth. I took my senior pictures here too because the garden area and fountains provide a beautiful scenery. It is right next to downtown...

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Michael H.

6/19/2018

I've been to concerts here before and they have been enjoyable, but now in 2018 it isn't worth the trip. I went last Friday and I was very disappointed. The streets nearby are all being ripped up...

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Shine B.

8/5/2014

As another review suggested, the tables you can rent at Prescott Park aren't worth the money. I would avoid them! I arrived an hour late to a show, having bought a table way in advance, knowing...

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