Summer in New Hampshire is short, and we want to help you make the most of it! Below is quick rundown of the live music performances taking place around the Lake Sunapee Region this July, August and September!
For a list of other fun summer events, make sure to check out this post.
Live Music at the Livery in Sunapee Harbor
When: Friday evenings, 7:30 pm start.
Where: The Livery in Sunapee Harbor
Entry: Tickets required (you can purchase online)
2024 performances include:
Ari Test, The Rough and Tumble, Rhythm Future Quartet, Madou Sidiki Diabate, April Cushman and more!
Music in Sunapee Harbor - Ben Mere Park
When: Wednesday evenings, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Where: Ben Mere Bandstand in Sunapee Harbor
Entry: Free
2024 performances include: The Flames, Back Bay Transit, The Honey Bees Band, The Frogz (The Fabulous Rocking Old Guyz), Better Days Band.
Newbury Summer Concerts
When: Thursday evenings, 6:30 - 8:00 pm June through August
Where: Newbury Harbor Band Stand
Entry: Free
The 2024 concert series includes:
The Frogs, North River Music, Kid Pinky, Petty Larceny (Tom Petty Tribute Band), Endless Skies, Talkin' Smack Band, Ava & Cam, Nick's Other Band, Decades, The Flames, and The Ferns.
Concerts on the Newport Common
When: Sundays, 6:00 - 8:00 pm in July and August
Where: Newport Town Common
Entry: Free
The 2024 concert series includes:
Jensen & Company, The Flames, Sirsy, 50 Shades of Blues, east Bay Jazz, Brooks Hubbard, Shawna Jackson Band, Brian Devenger, MC19, Pointless Culture and Cruising. This concert series is brought to you by the Newport Area Chamber of Commerce.
Music on the Wilmot Bandstand
When: Saturday evenings, 6:00 - 7:30 pm
Where: Wilmot Town Green in Wilmot Flat
Entry: Free
The 2024 concert series includes:
Nick's Other Band, Hot Skillet Club, Cheryl Arena Band, Frogz, Fern Family Band, Cambridge/Somerville All Stars. These performances are made possible thanks to the Wilmot Bandstand Committee.
Live Music at Wildwood Smokehouse
When: Saturdays, 5:00 - 8:00 pm
Where: Wildwood Smokehouse, Sunapee Harbor
Main Street Warner Stage
When: dates/times change -- click the link above for the full schedule!
Where: Main Street Warner amphitheater located at 16 E Main St, Warner
Entry: Free but donations appreciated
The 2024 concert series includes:
The Luggernuts, Colin Nevins, Green Heron, Grain Theif and Dwayne Haggins. View the 2024 event schedule for dates and start times.
The Fells Summer Concert Series
When: Wednesday and Sunday evenings, times vary
Where: John Hay Estate at The Fells, 456 Rt 103A, Newbury, NH
Entry: Tickets required (you can purchase online)
2024 performers include:
Albannach, Dominique Dodge, Hot Skillet Club, New Legacy Swing Band, Brooks Hubbard, John Murelle, Deep Blue C, The Grace Wallace Quintet, JOSA Performance with Nancy Kelly, Peabody's Coal Train. Tickets are required for entry and can be purchased by calling the Fells.
Concerts on the Common in New London 
When: Fridays from 6:30 to 8:30 pm
Where: Mary D. Haddad Bandstand, Main Street New London - Town Green
Entry: Free
The 2024 concert series includes:
Back Bay Transit, Peabody's Coal Train, Hopkinton Town Band, Last Kid Picked, East Bay Jazz Ensemble, and Kearsarge Community Band. This music series is presented by the New London Bandstand Committee.
Summer Music Associates
When: June through August, 7:00 pm
Where: Various Venues in New London, NH
Entry: Tickets required (purchase online)
The 2024 concert series includes: Boston Civic Symphony with Frederick Moyer, Texas Guitar Quartet, Paul Bisaccia, Alias Brass, and The Uptown Jazz Tentet.
Live Music & Brunch at the Old Court House
When: Sundays July 7th, 21st and August 4th, 9:45 am - 12:30 pm
Where: Old Court House Restaurant, Newport, NH
Entry: Reservations recommended
About this Event: Relax to piano music while dining in a beautiful Federalist era building located in the heart of Newport’s Downtown Historic District.
Rock, Blues 'N' BBQ
When: July 28, 2024, 4:00 - 6:00 pm
Where: The Highland Lake Inn, 32 Maple Street, East Andover
Entry: Ticket Required, $40 in advance or at the door.
About this Event: This event features Nick's Other Band. There will be a feast of sliders, salads and more!
Rhythm and Brews
When: August 17, 2024, Gates open at noon
Where: Mount Sunapee Resort, Newbury, NH
Entry: Tickets required (purchase online)
About this Event:
Listen to live music by the Bulkheads and Entrain while enjoying craft beers from some of the top local and regional breweries. Upgrade your ticket to include the Sunapee Adventure Park (this will also give you access to Sunapee State Park Beach after the show!).
Autumn Vibes
When: September 15, 2024, 3:00 - 6:00 pm
Where: Muster Field Farm, Sutton, NH
Entry: Tickets required
About this event: Enjoy live music by Nick's Other Band at the beautiful Muster Field Farm! Pack a picnic or enjoy delicious food from Truckin Tacos, Becky's Pies & Desserts, Wicked Tasty Food Trucks.
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