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Five Things to Do in the Seacoast This Weekend

Find your family fun this week of May 31 - June 2

By Jonna Kinlin, Publisher of Macaroni KID Seacoast May 30, 2024

Whether you are looking for a family-friendly festival or some thrills, there is something for everyone to do in the Seacoast this weekend. Here are Macaroni KID Seacoast's picks for five things to do with your family.

1. The 11th Annual NHRA New England Nationals






Head to the New England Dragway in Epping for an exhilarating day of drag racing. This event is happening all weekend long. (May 31st - June 2nd, 8 am - 8 pm)

2. NH Maker Fest






Learn something new at The Children's Museum of NH in Dover at its annual NH Maker Fest featuring artists, entreprenuers, entertainers and more. (June 1st, 10 am - 3  pm)

3. The 97.5 WOKQ Chowder Festival Summer Kick-off






This annual start of summer festival is back in full swing in Portsmouth at Prescott Parks Art Center. Although the chowder fest is sold out, there is still plenty to do with kid activities like face painting, tie-dying, lawn games, ice cream, live music and more. Its an event you don't want to miss! (June 1st, 11:30 am)

4.Party on Park



Take a trip to Tuck Field in Hampton for an evening of family-friendly fun including food trucks, live music and magic! This event is sponsored by the Hampton PTA and Hampton Parks & Rec. (June 1st, 4 pm - 4 pm)

5. World Ocean Day 2024






With exhibits, touch tanks and other activities, the Seacoast Science Center in Rye is celebrating World Ocean Day. Join them for a fun day of games, tide-pooling and more. (June 2, 10 am - 2 pm)


Every Thursday, Macaroni KID Seacoast shares five things to do with your kids in Seacoast, NH over the coming week. 

Check out our Seacoast local calendar for even more events! 

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