Farm Fun Day, 2025 Exeter Arts & Music Fest: Things to do in Seacoast
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What: A father (Paul Rudd) and daughter (Jenna Ortega) accidentally hit and kill a unicorn while en route to a weekend retreat, where his billionaire boss (Richard E. Grant) seeks to exploit the creature's miraculous curative properties.
When: Friday, May 16, 7-8:45 p.m.
Where: The Music Hall, 28 Chestnut St., Portsmouth
Cost: $14 to $16
More info: themusichall.org
What: Hayley Jane pulls from 60s + 70s rock + pop, musical theater, folk, blues, soul, psychedelic, funk + bluegrass & her live show is explosive. Ages 21-plus.
When: Friday, May 16, 8 p.m.
Where: The Press Room, 77 Daniel St., Portsmouth
Cost: $15 to $20
More info: pressroomnh.com
What: Frenzie and Canopy, two groovy, funky, and soulful rock fusion trios. With the belief that music is meant for taking risks, Canopy brings a raw, unfiltered approach to the live music scene. Frenzie is a trio from southern Maine that dives into the soulful end of the rock fusion spectrum, where few have dared to go.
When: Friday, May 16, 8-11 p.m.
Where: The Stone Church, 5 Granite St., Newmarket
Cost: $15 to $20
More info: stonechurchrocks.com
What: The Seacoast Community Chorus presents 'The French Connection: The moving Music of Faure's Requiem and Cantique de Jean Racine, the vibrant Canadian Folk Song J'entends Le Moulin, the powerful medley from Les Miserables and more. An eloquent cuisine of French music bound to captivate its audience.
When: Saturday, May 17, at 7 p.m.
Where: Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 22 Fox Run Road, Newington
Cost: $10 to $15
More info: sccsings.org
What: Celebrate the museum's newest exhibit, Little Farmers, with two special guests. There will be farm-themed crafts and a scavenger hunt to enjoy.
When: Saturday, May 17, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Children's Museum of New Hampshire, 6 Washington St., Dover
Cost: Free to $14.50
More info: childrens-museum.org
What: Arts & Music Fest with venders, food, music and art. Rain or shine. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs.
When: Saturday, May 17, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Swasey Parkway, Downtown Exeter
Cost: Free
More info: teamexeter.com
What: Join PMAC for the Spring 2025 Teen Rock, Blues, and Jazz Show, featuring seven teen ensembles. Come be amazed by sets from three Teen Rock Band groups, two Rock 101 groups, and two Teen Jazz Ensembles.
When: Saturday, May 17, 1-3 p.m.
Where: The Dance Hall, 7 Walker St., Kittery, Maine
Cost: $10
More info: thedancehallkittery.org
What: Orienteering is a sport that involves navigating between points using a map and compass. Think of it as treasure hunting in the woods if you like. It is easy to learn and fun for all ages.
When: Sunday, May 18, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: College Woods, 35 Colovos Road, Durham
Cost: $5 to $10
More info: upnoor.org
What: We are surrounded by an abundance of food from what we can grow ourselves to what we can forage all around us. This workshop, co-led by Chef Linh Aven & Chef Elizabeth Haskett, focuses on preserving the harvest so when we make a meal, we can reach for hand-crafted seasonings, condiments, ferments, and dried goods.
When: Sunday, May 18, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Dandelion Forest Farm, 311 Stage Road, Nottingham
Cost: $35
More info: dandelionforestfarm.com
What: Forest Bathing (also known as Shinrin-Yoku, Nature Therapy or Nature Immersion) is a group wellness experience that takes place in a natural setting, and leads participants through a series of slow movements and meditations in order to awaken and calm all of their senses.
When: Sunday, May 18, 1-3 p.m.
Where: Bedrock Gardens, 19 High Road, Lee
Cost: $35
More info: bedrockgardens.org
This article originally appeared on Portsmouth Herald: Farm Fun Day, 2025 Exeter Arts & Music Fest: Things to do in Seacoast
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