October in Portsmouth & the Seacoast

October brings peak fall energy to Portsmouth, with live music, theater, art, Halloween festivities and plenty happening around downtown.

Through November 29

Fall Exhibitions at 3S Artspace

Three exhibitions are running through November 29, including 74 Days, New Aftermaths, and Light, Shadow, and Memory.

October 22

Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue

A big live-music night and a good fit for Thaxter’s audience.

October 23–November 15

Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None

The Players’ Ring brings the classic murder mystery to its intimate theater in Portsmouth’s South End.

October 24

Project Upcycle Runway Event

Fashion, art and sustainable design come together at 3S Artspace.

October 31

Portsmouth Halloween Parade

The annual downtown tradition steps off from Peirce Island at 7 p.m.


November 6

Art ’Round Town

Portsmouth’s monthly First Friday gallery walk, with galleries and creative spaces around downtown participating. 3S is also hosting its November Art ’Round Town evening from 5–8 p.m.