new for 2023! thunder over nh mini air show

sponsor: Manchester-Boston Regional Airport

Those who attend the Hampton Beach Seafood Festival at 1 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, September 9-10, will see a “mini air show” highlighting Rob Holland, world-renowned for his flying aerobatics, and one of the performers from the air show at Pease. Fans of Hampton Beach’s Seafood Festival will get the extra treat of a mini air show this year, thanks to a partnership with the Thunder Over New Hampshire Air Show.

live culinary demonstrations

Event sponsor: Service Credit Union
Event coordinator: Wicked Bites

Live at the Seafood Festival... Continuous Culinary Chef Demonstrations featuring the region's most famous chefs presented by Wicked Bites. The culinary tent is located in front of the Hampton Chamber of Commerce Beach Office. Wicked Bites TV & Radio features food & fun! Saturdays at 9:30 am on NESN! Sunday 9:00 am to 10:00 am on North Shore 104.9FM and 10:00 am to 12:00 pm on WRKO 680 AM Boston. And, now Wicked Bites @ Night on Saturdays from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm on WRKO Boston. Event Sponsored by Service Credit Union

seafood fest fireworks spectacular

Sponsor: Hampton Beach Village District

Fireworks and Hampton Beach have a long history of keeping people entertained. We have partnered with the Hampton Beach Village District to present a special shoot that tips a cap to the summer season. This fireworks show is not one to be missed!

art gallery in the sand

event Coordinator: Live Freely

In 2022, we had 15 Artists that descended onto the sand and created wonder. This immersive experience allows festival participants to interact with the artists, watch the paintings evolve, and then vote on their favorite throughout the festival weekend. All paintings will be up for auction and you bid all weekend long. Art Gallery awards will take place on Sunday Morning on the Beach Bar Stage at 10:00 am. This event is proudly coordinated by Live Freely

lobster roll eating contest

sponsor: Mcguirks ocean view

For 2023, Eight lucky contestants were chosen to compete in this ten-minute eating frenzy. All lobster rolls for this event are supplied by McGuirk’s Ocean View, the well-known restaurant & pub on Hampton Beach. On the line is $1,000! The top winner of the lobster roll-eating competition will go home with $600, the second place takes home $250, and the third place leaves with $150. Arrive at the Seashell Stage to get your seat early because this is a great show! Count along and cheer on your favorite as competitors battle for the coveted Lobster Roll Champion Belt.

bags on the beach cornhole tournament

event sponsor: The Brook
Event Coordinator: Skull-it cornhole

The Cornhole Tournament is back this year! The premier Hampton Beach Seafood Festival Cornhole Tournament has been a multi-year success, proudly presented this year by The Brook. Again this year we will be running two tournaments and allowing people to play for fun when boards are available. The first tournament will get underway at 12:00 pm on Saturday. Register online early to get into the Festival for free by visiting Skull-It Cornhole on Facebook and searching for the “Bags on the Beach” Cornhole Tournament. Registration is $50 per team. The second tournament will be a “day of” sign-up and will start when the first tournament has concluded. Registration for the second tournament will open from 11:00 am until 2:30 pm. The approximate time of the second tournament will be around 3:00 pm. Cash Prizes for the top 3 winners, pending the number of participants.

seafood fest 5k

Sponsor: Millenium running

Here comes the run!

Race registration includes entry into the Hampton Beach Seafood Festival with early entry for race participants! Click here to register!