The Best Concert Experience in New England

Music is in our name and in our DNA. We bring you the best concerts, from legends to stars and soon-to-be stars. Whether the concert is in our 900-seat Historic Theater or in our intimate, contemporary Lounge that seats just over 100, you’re sure to have an amazing experience.

The Wailin’ Jennys

Thursday, April 23, 2026

• The Historic Theater

The Wailin’ Jennys—Nicky Mehta, Ruth Moody, and Heather Masse—create an achingly perfect vocal sound, thrilling audiences worldwide with their heartfelt vocals, otherworldly harmonies, and sophisticated folk-rooted arrangements.

The Spinners

Friday, April 24, 2026

• The Historic Theater

This Grammy-nominated act remains one of the most iconic and enduring groups in R&B history with a legacy spanning over six decades, creating and defining the smooth sound of Philadelphia Soul.

Chanticleer: Our American Journey

Saturday, April 25, 2026

• The Historic Theater

The Grammy Award-winning vocal ensemble celebrates America’s 250th year of independence by showcasing the diverse voices, songs, harmonies, and rhythms of our shared musical heritage including

The Glenn Miller Orchestra

Sunday, May 3, 2026

• The Historic Theater

“In The Mood” for swing music? The most popular and sought after big band of all time returns to Portsmouth for an evening of big band classics that transport audiences back in time!

Straight No Chaser Beach Bash

Thursday, June 18, 2026

• The Historic Theater

Straight No Chaser is the real deal, the captivating sound of nine unadulterated human voices coming together to make extraordinary music, having built a reputation as an unforgettable live act.

Rebecca Loebe

Thursday, June 18, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

The Austin-based singer-songwriter delivers a lyric driven, full-throated sound typical of modern troubadours like Brandi Carlile, Jason Isbell, and Phoebe Bridgers, “mixing resilience, empowerment, and just a bit of pissed-off punch.” (Rolling Stone Country)

Strike Up The Band: A Benefit Concert for Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra

Saturday, June 20, 2026

• The Historic Theater

Step back in time to the glitz, glamour, and jazz-infused Roaring 20s with the Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra for a night of iconic music from the era, with selections from Gershwin, Bernstein, Rodgers, and more!  

Peter Mulvey & Jenna Nicholls Present: Floyd Mercantile

Friday, June 26, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Peter Mulvey's and Jenna Nicholls' creation of Floyd Mercantile is much more than just an album—it’s a document of place, of three musicians in a room, of songs (old and new) allowed to breathe in the quiet of a Virginia afternoon.

Fitz and The Tantrums: Man on the Moon Tour

Saturday, June 27, 2026

• The Historic Theater

The multi-platinum selling soul-pop outfit Fitz and The Tantrums head out this summer on a massive headline tour, bringing their forever-mesmerizing live shows back to stages as they celebrate their most daring album yet.

Béla Fleck, Edmar Castañeda & Antonio Sánchez Trio

Sunday, June 28, 2026

• The Historic Theater

Playing original repertoire, much of it collaboratively written, the new all-star trio of Grammy-winner Béla Fleck, harpist Edmar Castañeda, and drummer Antonio Sanchez embarks nightly on fearless explorations that audiences will find irresistible.  

Alison Krauss & Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas

Sunday, July 12, 2026

• The Historic Theater

Known for an immaculately crafted but endlessly surprising sound, Alison Krauss & Union Station have upheld their legacy for nearly four decades as one of the most influential and widely celebrated acts in bluegrass and roots music.

Eric Hutchinson

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

To celebrate his first new album in four years, Repeating Myself, Eric Hutchinson hits the road with a tour packed with soulful music, dynamic vocals, and the singer-songwriter’s trademark dry humor and storytelling.

I’m With Her - Sing Me Alive Tour 2026

Friday, August 14, 2026

• The Historic Theater

The three-time Grammy-winning folk supergroup, made up of Aoife O’Donovan, Sara Watkins, and Sarah Jarosz, has introduced an essential new force into the world of folk music.  

Joshua Bell Plays Lalo with Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra

Sunday, September 20, 2026

• The Historic Theater

Join world-renowned violinist Joshua Bell for an unforgettable evening of passion, virtuosity, and orchestral brilliance as he performs Lalo’s Simphonie espagnole with the Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra.

UB40: The Unstoppable Tour 2026

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

• The Historic Theater

One of the most successful and influential British groups of all time with more than 100 million albums sold, UB40 has earned their title of legends in the reggae/pop genre, with their trademark global #1 hit "Red Red Wine".