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Hampton Beach Seafood Festival

Name: Hampton Beach Seafood Festival
Start: 2026-09-11
End: 2026-09-13
Location: Hampton Beach

The 37th annual Hampton Beach Seafood Festival is a premier New Hampshire Seacoast tradition taking place from September 11 to 13, 2026. The three-day event transforms Ocean Boulevard into a massive seaside celebration featuring fresh regional seafood, live music on multiple stages, and extensive shopping opportunities.

Date: Sep 11-13, 2026
Location: Hampton Beach
Status: Recently ended

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Event summary

Highlights

37th annual celebration on Ocean Boulevard
Lobster Roll Eating Competition on Sunday
Over 50 participating Seacoast restaurants
Live entertainment across two stages

Organized by the Hampton Area Chamber of Commerce, the 2026 festival carries the theme "Bites, Brews & Beach Views." It is expected to draw roughly 150,000 visitors to Hampton Beach to enjoy offerings from over 50 local restaurants and browse approximately 80 arts and crafts vendors. The event serves as a major economic driver for the region, extending the summer season for local hotels, shops, and businesses along the boardwalk.

Public activities throughout the weekend include continuous live entertainment on two stages, culinary demonstrations, a cornhole tournament, and the "Food of the Festival" contest. Special highlights include a fireworks display on Saturday night and the annual Lobster Roll Eating Competition on Sunday. The festival also features end-of-season sidewalk sales from businesses along Ocean Boulevard, providing a comprehensive family-friendly experience.

Practical details

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