Tuesdays on the Terrace Summer Concert Series
(now in its 10th year!)

Tuesdays, June 18-August 27, 2024, 5:30-7 PM

Enjoy acoustic music amid the summer splendor of Puddle Dock with Strawbery Banke’s popular annual summer concert series. Each Tuesday evening from 5:30 to 7 PM, various local musicians perform on the open-air stage on the Kennebunk Savings Terrace. Guests are asked to bring lawn chairs or blankets to enjoy the performances comfortably.

Strawbery Banke is honored to be partnering with the following food and beverage vendors this year.

Admission is free for members; $5 for the general public; and free for children under 3 years old

2024 Concert Line-Up:

Past Concerts

  • North River Music

    June 18, 2024

    North River Music is an Americana band with strong harmonies and expressive musicianship. From Crosby Stills and Nash, The Eagles and Dylan to traditional American standards with their own roots/bluegrass sound, a North River set is fun to listen to with something for everyone.

  • Sharon Jones

    June 25, 2024

    Sharon Jones, a celebrated performer from Portsmouth, NH, has long been a cornerstone of the vibrant Seacoast music scene. Backed by her talented band, she delivers a dynamic blend of riff-driven R&B and Blues that ignites the dance floor.

  • 2 Of Us: Beatles Tribute Duo

    July 2, 2024

    The '2 of Us Beatles Acoustic Duo' is a husband-and-wife team that began performing the music of The Beatles in 2018. They focus on capturing the essence of each song with lush vocal harmonies, guitar, and hand percussion to fill out their arrangements.

  • Kids Night with Sages Entertainment and DJ Joe DeNuzzio

    July 9, 2024

    Kids Night with Sage Entertainment and DJ Joe DeNuzzio offers a vibrant fusion of magic, balloons, bubbles, foam, and STEAM education, creating an unforgettable experience for families.

  • Ben Baldwin & Kent Allyn

    July 16, 2024

    Strawbery Banke is thrilled to welcome Ben and Kent back for another enchanting evening of Tuesdays on the Terrace! Their performances delve deep into the soul of our nation, weaving together diverse influences ranging from Curtis Mayfield to Harry Warren, and from Steely Dan to Allen Toussaint.

  • Zoe & Cloyd

    July 23, 2024

    Zoe & Cloyd, from Asheville, NC, blend "klezgrass" music, drawing from their diverse musical backgrounds. Natalya Zoe Weinstein, a fiddler and vocalist classically trained in Massachusetts, and John Cloyd Miller, multi-instrumentalist and vocalist, incorporate klezmer, jazz, and bluegrass into their performances.

  • Cormac McCarthy

    July 30, 2024

    Cormac McCarthy, a critically acclaimed singer-songwriter and musician, has honed his craft for over 25 years, leaving an indelible mark on the folk music scene. With five albums under his belt, including two for the internationally renowned Green Linnet Records, Cormac's music has captivated audiences around the globe.

  • Truffle

    August 6, 2024

    Truffle’s unique blend of Roots and Soul music, coupled with powerful songwriting, creates an unforgettable musical experience that is truly their own. From soulful ballads to upbeat anthems, Truffle's repertoire spans a spectrum of emotions, drawing listeners into their world with every note.

  • The Sidewalk Boys

    August 13, 2024

    For over 18 years, The Sidewalk Boys (SWBs) have been a dynamic force in Portsmouth, New Hampshire's music scene, crafting their own brand of folk, blues, and Americana tunes since their debut CD in 2006. Regular fixtures at Strawbery Banke's iconic Tuesdays on the Terrace and Candlelight Strolls, they bring their infectious energy and eclectic sound to audiences year after year.

  • Tuesdays on the Terrace: Kids Night with Sages Entertainment and Mr. Aaron

    August 20, 2024

    Tuesdays on the Terrace: Kids Night with Sages Entertainment and Mr. Aaron offerered a magical experience filled with balloons, bubbles, foam, and STEAM education, all in one delightful package.

  • Liz and Dan Faiella

    August 27, 2024

    Liz and Dan Faiella bring to life the traditional music of their roots, with crisp vocals, mesmerizing fingerstyle guitar, lyrical fiddling, and exhilarating rhythmic drive. Their music calls to mind the convivial grange hall contradances of their youth in New Hampshire, while conveying a wistfulness for their ancestral Ireland.

Frequently Asked Questions

We kindly ask for your understanding that our parking lot is limited in size and parking is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Additional parking information can be found under ‘Logistics and Parking.’ Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

  • Tuesdays on the Terrace is a summer concert series featuring live acoustic music at Strawbery Banke Museum's Kennebunk Savings Terrace. The event runs every Tuesday in the summer months.

  • The concerts are held just outside the Lawrence J. Yerdon Visitors Center, 14 Hancock Street. Musicians perform on the Kennebunk Savings Terrace and the audience is invited to sit in the grassy area near it.

TICKETS AND RESERVATIONS:

  • Tickets are $5 for the general public, free for museum members and children under 3.

  • Tickets are non-refundable but can be transferred to another person.

  • Strawbery Banke is happy to accommodate requests for purchased tickets to be transferred to a different date within within 24 hours of the ticket purchase. The Museum will work with the ticket purchaser within the 24-hour window, as availability allows, to make the adjustments requested.

    Note that Strawbery Banke is unable to accommodate requests for purchased tickets to be transferred to a different date outside of the 24-hour window.

    For ticket order errors contact Sarah Regan, Visitor Services Coordinator, at [email protected] or 603.241.1644.

  • If you are experiencing problems ordering tickets, please contact Sarah Regan, Visitor Services Coordinator, at [email protected] or 603.241.1644.

LOGISTICS AND PARKING:

  • Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets for comfortable seating.

  • The concerts are outdoors and weather-dependent. In the chance of inclement weather, a cancellation announcement will be made no later than 2 PM the same day of the performance by email to those pre-registered. Additionally, a cancellation announcement will be posted next to the concert date listed on this page and on the Strawbery Banke Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter accounts.

    If a concert is canceled by the Museum due to weather, tickets are honored at another concert of the ticket holder's choice. You DO NOT need to contact the Museum. Simply bring the ticket for the concert canceled due to weather to another concert of your choice.

  • The parking lot at Strawbery Banke Museum, located at 14 Hancock Street, is limited in size and parking is on a first-come, first-serve basis.

    Visitors are encouraged to try nearby off-site parking options including Portsmouth's two parking garages:

FOOD AND BEVERAGES:

  • Yes, The Rosa Restaurant offers pre-ordered 16” pizzas. Orders must be placed by 11 AM on the concert day and picked up at the Lawrence J. Yerdon Visitors Center.

  • DeeLuxe Bartending will be onsite selling wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages.

ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS:

  • Updates will be posted on the Strawbery Banke website and social media accounts. Additionally, email notifications will be sent to ticket holders IF the concert is canceled.

Tuesdays on the Terrace is presented in part by

Kennebunk Savings
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