Hampton Beach Seafood Festival

Hampton Beach blends New England charm with endless summer fun — and its festivals are the heart of it all. Each year, the Hampton Beach Children's Festival delights kids with magic shows, face painting, a boogie board contest, and a spectacular costume parade down Ocean Boulevard. Later in August, catch Cirque du Hampton Beach's jaw-dropping acrobats and performers. Then in September, the legendary Hampton Beach Seafood Festival celebrates seafood, live music, local artisans, and a beloved lobster eating contest — once named a Top 100 North American Event. Best of all? Regular events like concerts, fireworks, and Movies on the Beach are completely free!