Indonesian Festival, Telluride by Sea Film Fest, free oysters: Things to do in Seacoast
This weekend is filled with festivals on the Seacoast. Head to The Music Hall in Portsmouth for the Telluride by the Sea Film Festival, experience everything Indonesian at the 10th annual Indonesian Festival in Somersworth, head to Dover for a ukulele festival or sample some local oysters at Stone Church's Oyster Fest, plus much more.
Read on for a look at 10 things to do this weekend:
Telluride by the Sea Film Festival 2023
What: Movies that made their debut at the 50th Telluride Film Festival in Colorado will be on screen at The Music Hall as Telluride by the Sea gets its 24th year underway.
When: Friday, Sept. 15, 6-10 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 16 from noon-10 p.m.
Where: The Music Hall, 28 Chestnut St., Portsmouth
Cost: $22 to $230
More info: themusichall.org
‘Dirty Gerts’ at Pontine Theatre
What: Have you ever heard the phrase: “She thinks she’s Queen Elizabeth, but she’s Dirty Gerts to me!” No? Well now that you have, come and explore the story behind the saying in PuppetKabob’s latest pop-up creation – a show about growing up pains; made entirely out of re-purposed paper products.
When: Friday, Sept. 15, 7 p.m.
Where: The Plains School, 1 Plains Ave., Portsmouth
Cost: $32 to $35
More info: pontine.org
‘The Mad Ones’ at Newmarket Millspace
What: In the show "The Mad Ones," Samantha Brown balances on the edge of her future, car keys in hand. As she sits in the driver’s seat, she faces a choice: will she follow in her mother’s footsteps or take the dare of her impetuous best friend and chart a new path?
When: Friday, Sept. 15, 7:30-10:30 p.m.
Where: Newmarket Millspace, 55 Main St., South Entry, River Level, Newmarket
Cost: $20
More info: millspace.org
10th annual Indonesian Festival
What: The festival features cultural music and traditional dance performances, traditional cuisines, local businesses, plus fashion, arts, crafts, and souvenirs.
When: Saturday, Sept. 16, noon to 5 p.m.
Where: Somersworth Plaza, 85 Main St., Somersworth
Cost: Free
More info: indonesianconnect.org
More: 2023 Indonesian Festival in Somersworth offers, food, dance: What to know before you go
15th annual Hampton Falls Craft Festival
What: More than 75 juried artisans from all over New England will display and sell their works.
When: Saturday, Sept. 16, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 17, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Hampton Falls Town Common, 4 Lincoln Ave.
Cost: Free
More info: castleberryfairs.com
SNHUGFEST VIII at Henry Law Park, Dover
What: Southern New Hampshire Ukulele Group 8th annual ukulele festival on Rotary Arts Pavilion Stage.
When: Saturday, Sept. 16, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Henry Law Park, Dover
Cost: Free
More info: snhug.wordpress.com
Start Making Sense at Cisco Brewers Portsmouth
What: Start Making Sense is a 7-10 piece Talking Heads tribute band.
When: Saturday, Sept. 16, at 7 p.m.
Where: Cisco Brewers Portsmouth, 35 Corporate Drive, Portsmouth
Cost: $25 to $30
More info: ciscobrewersportsmouth.com
Celebrate Pink 5K Race/Walk
What: Celebrate the incredible journey of strength and resilience as we mark the 15th anniversary of our awesome 5K event, dedicated to breast cancer patients.
When: Sunday, Sept. 17, from 9 to 11 a.m.
Where: Portsmouth Middle School, 155 Parrott Ave.
Cost: $35 to $50
More info: runsignup.com
OysterFest 2023 at The Stone Church
What: Lots of fun in the outdoor courtyard, meet your local oyster farmers and enjoy their bounty. Dave Gerard & Tim Theriault will perform. Family friendly. Oysters are while supplies last.
When: Sunday, Sept. 17, noon-5 p.m.
Where: The Stone Church, 5 Granite St., Newmarket
Cost: Free
More info: stonechurchrocks.com
2023 Star Island Gosport Regatta
What: Star Island Corporation and the Piscataqua Sailing Association say all are welcome to take part as spectators aboard the M/V Thomas Laighton as it follows the race en route to Star Island for family-friendly festivities including food, live music, and a kite display.
When: Sunday, Sept. 17, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Isles of Shoals Steamship Co., 315 Market St. Portsmouth
Cost: $45 to $100
More info: StarIsland.org
This article originally appeared on Portsmouth Herald: Indonesian Festival, Telluride by Sea Film Fest: Things to do
