Concerts, live theater, and much more!
Our Lake Sunapee Entertainment page includes the schedule of outdoor concerts, a directory of live theater venues and a list of local restaurants and pubs that offer regular live music.
The Lake Sunapee region comes alive in the summer with all kinds of great entertainment.
The free outdoor concerts in New London, Newbury, Newport and Sunapee Harbor feature an incredible variety of live music including blues, rock, jazz, bluegrass, pop, big band, and reggae.
Live Theater
| New London Barn Playhouse Offers a variety of shows representing the best of Broadway. 84 Main Street, New London Toll Free (800) 633-2276 |
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| Newport Opera House The Newport Opera House Association, located in Newport, NH, offers a variety of music and entertainment, ranging from rock, jazz, folk, dancing, theater and children’s programs. Box office opens one hour before each event. 20 Main Street, Newport 603-863-2412 |
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| Claremont Opera House A beautifully restored historic venue offering concerts, tribute acts, comedy shows, films, and live theater in Claremont, New Hampshire. 58 Opera House Square, Claremont 603-542-4433 |
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Live Music
| Flying Goose Brew Pub & Grille New Hampshire’s first solar-powered brewery, featuring regular live music events throughout the year. 40 Andover Rd, New London Sunday–Wednesday 11:30am–8:00pm | Thursday–Saturday 11:30am–9:00pm 603-526-6899 |
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| Salt Hill Pub Shanty Located near Mt. Sunapee, The Shanty features live music including the Sunday Side Porch Music Series, Trivia Tuesdays, and Karaoke Wednesdays. 1407 Rt. 103, Newbury, NH Open 7 days a week 11:00am–9:00pm 603-763-2667 |
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| Salt Hill Pub Features live music several nights each month, and occasionally hosts benefit shows, dart tournaments, and other happenings. 58 Main Street, Newport 603-863-7774 |
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| The Sunapee Community CoffeeHouse A family friendly listening room environment for live and acoustic music. Shows held on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month, 7:00–9:00 PM. Open mic night on the 2nd Friday. Free admission — donations encouraged. Downstairs at the Sunapee Methodist Church 9 Lower Main Street in Sunapee, NH Phone: 603-398-8214 |
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| Hoptimystic Brewing The 2026 Lake Sunapee Region Chamber of Commerce Rookie Business of the Year! A craft brewery and tasting room on a scenic deck above the Sugar River, featuring seasonal live music events. 31 River Road, Sunapee Harbor Wed–Thu 4:00–8:00pm | Fri–Sat 12:00–9:00pm | Sun 12:00–7:00pm |
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