Olde Towne Holiday Music Festival

The Olde Towne Holiday Music Festival began in 1998 and has become the signature holiday event for the City of Portsmouth. This special day of music and friendship takes place on Saturday December 9th, from 11 AM until 3 PM. You’ll find even more music in restaurants, bars, and churches after the festival officially ends. So, spend the day and enjoy the sounds of the holiday season and support the local shops and restaurants
Schedule:
Portsmouth Public Schools • 11:00am – 3:00pm
Location – Washington Street, Middle Street Mall Area, Visitor Center (Outside)
Ned Harris & The Appeal • 11:00am – 12:00pm
Tidewater Concert Band • Noon – 12:30pm
Original Rhondels • 12:30pm – 1:30pm
Tidewater Concert Band • 1:30pm – 2:00pm
Peoples Choice Band • 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Location – Showmobile on High and Court Streets
Roving Costumed Characters • Noon – 2:00pm
The Grinch, a Snowman, and a Reindeer
Location – High Street
Strolling Carolers • 11:00am – 3:00pm
The Doorway Singers
Location – High Street
Children’s Activities • 11:00am – 3:00pm
Bounce Houses, Crafts, and Games
Location – Middle Street Area (Beside Visitor Center)
Fire Marshmallow Roasting Stations • 11:00am – 3:00pm
Locations – Areas along High Street
*Additional entertainment will be provided by the Olde Towne Business Association, PortsEvents, and Museums and Tourism inside and outside of businesses, restaurants, and churches along High Street as well as at other locations until 5:00pm.