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Featured LIVE MUSIC
- Chuck Alaimo / Copper Door (Salem) / 4pm
- Nate Comp / Copper Door (Bedford) / 4pm
- Sean Coleman / Homestead (Merrimack) / 4:30pm
- Clint Lapointe / Fratello’s (Manchester) / 5pm
- Chad Lamarsh / Fotia Greek Taverna (Manchester) / 5:30pm
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25th – MERRY CHRISTMAS!
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 26th
- Lou Antonucci / Fratello’s (Manchester) / 5:30pm
- Tim Kierstead / Homestead (Merrimack) / 5:30pm
- Tyler Levs / Murphy’s (Bedford) / 6pm
- Ryan Williamson / Backyard Brewery (Manchester) / 6pm
- Rebecca Turmel / Coach Stop (Londonderry) / 6pm
- Dave Clark / The Foundry (Manchester) / 6pm
- Peter Pappas / Dreo (Salem) / 7pm
- Two Drink Minimum / Stumble Inn (Londonderry) / 8pm
- Ralph Allen / Strange Brew Tavern (Manchester) / 8pm
- SALTPYTHR, Coyote Smoke / Shaskeen Irish Pub (Manchester) / 8pm
- Heartbeat City / Derryfield (Manchester) / 8:30pm
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 27th
- The Upright Dogs / Great North Aleworks (Manchester) / 4pm
- Chris Taylor / Homestead (Merrimack) / 5:30pm
- Doug Thompson / Fratello’s (Manchester) / 5:30pm
- Dani Sven / Murphy’s (Bedford) / 6pm
- Cody Knapp / Coach Stop (Londonderry) / 6pm
- Ian Archibold / Backyard Brewery (Manchester) / 6pm
- Justin Cohn / The Foundry (Manchester) / 6pm
- Dan Fallon / San Francisco Kitchen (Nashua) / 6:30pm
- Andrew Geano / CYL Riverside Lounge (Bow) / 7pm
- Dave Zangri / Dreo (Salem) / 7pm
- Funny Feelingz / Pembroke City Limits (Suncook Village) / 7pm
- Deja Voodoo / Stumble Inn (Londonderry) / 8pm
- Sugarbush / Casey Magee’s Irish Pub & Music Hall (Nashua) / 8pm
- Swipe Right Band / Derryfield (Manchester) / 8:30pm
- Racky Thomas / Strange Brew Tavern (Manchester) / 9pm
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 28th
- Steve Prisby / Copper Door (Bedford) / 11am
- Lilly Innella / Copper Door (Salem) / 11am
- J-Lo / Stumble Inn (Londonderry) / 4pm
Always be sure to check a venue’s website or social media for last minute changes or to see if there are ticket or admission requirements. Thank you to Notso Costley Productions and all our live music venues for your support of LOCAL LIVE MUSIC. The Weekly Entertainment Report is brought to you by the Ted Herbert Music School & Rentals – www.tedherbert.com or (603)669-7469
FEATURED ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Click on DIRECT/x link for the official link to purchase tickets for each event. ALWAYS be sure to buy your tickets DIRECTLY from the ACTUAL venue and not a third-party seller.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 26th
A CHRISTMAS CAROL / Palace Theatre (Manchester) / through December 28th – DIRECT/x – FINAL WEEKEND
Come celebrate the holiday season as the Palace Theatre tradition continues with Charles Dickens’ classic story of Scrooge and Tiny Tim in A Christmas Carol. Known for his penny-pinching ways, Scrooge is visited by three ghosts on a snowy Christmas Eve. These ghostly visits reveal Scrooge’s past, present and future, filling him with newfound hope and joy in the Christmas season! With lively song and dance, special effects, professional actors and a live orchestra, this heartwarming tale will create family memories you will cherish forever. www.palacetheatre.org or (603)668-5588
WHEEL GONE WILD! / Rex Theatre (Manchester) / 7:30pm – DIRECT/x
Wheel Gone Wild is the ultimate adults-only twist on your favorite classic game show! Get ready for a wild, fun-filled evening packed with high-energy, cheeky puzzles, and hilarious surprises. From risqué wordplay to outrageous challenges, this is Wheel of Fortune like you’ve never seen it before. Hosted by our dynamic and unfiltered emcee, the show keeps the laughs rolling and the energy sky-high. Whether you’re playing or just watching, Wheel Gone Wild promises an unforgettable night of grown-up fun, audience antics, and unapologetic entertainment. www.rextheatre.org or (603)668-5588
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 27th
JACKSON BROWN TRIBUTE featuring RUNNING ON JACKSON / Rex Theatre (Manchester) / 7:30pm – DIRECT/x
Iconic hits like “Running On Empty,” “Doctor My Eyes,” “Rock Me On The Water,” “Stay,” “Somebody’s Baby,” “Tender is the Night” & The Pretender. With a career spanning over 50 years, Jackson Browne’s legacy as a singer, songwriter and musician is unparalleled. and countless others have captivated audiences worldwide. The ultimate homage to Jackson Browne’s musical genius, meticulously recreating the electrifying experience of a Jackson Browne show and delivering his most cherished songs and more with astonishing precision. The performance doesn’t just capture the sound of Jackson Browne, it embodies the look and feel of one of Jackson’s concerts right down to the last detail. When Running On Jackson graces the stage, it’s as if Jackson and his band have stepped right into the venue. Celebrate the incredible music of Jackson Browne with Running On Jackson and experience his amazing music brought to life in a spectacular showcase that will have the crowd singing along and reminiscing about the legendary moments created by this iconic performer.
www.rextheatre.org or (603)668-5588
ZACH NUGENT’S DEAD SET / Capitol Center (Concord) / 8:00pm – DIRECT/x
Dead Set is more than just a cover band; they are an extraordinary ensemble that brings the Grateful Dead’s timeless music to life with remarkable precision and passion. Led by the incomparable Zach Nugent, Dead Set’s uncanny ability to channel the spirit of Jerry Garcia is nothing short of astounding. Nugent’s virtuosic guitar work captures Garcia’s essence, enchanting audiences with spellbinding solos and breathtaking improvisations. The band’s tight-knit chemistry and unwavering dedication ensure that every note resonates with the same magic that made the Grateful Dead legendary. Experience a musical journey like no other as Dead Set transports you through the ethereal realms of the Dead’s extensive catalog. From the cosmic explorations of “Dark Star” to the uplifting anthems of “Sugar Magnolia,” every song is delivered with unwavering authenticity and a contagious enthusiasm that will leave you dancing and singing along all night long. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary celebration of Jerry Garcia’s enduring legacy. Get your tickets now and immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind experience that will ignite your soul and create memories to last a lifetime. www.ccanh.com or (603)225-1111
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 28th
SAL VULCANO: EVERYTHING’S FINE TOUR / Capitol Center (Concord) / 5:00pm – DIRECT/x
Best known for co-creating, executive producing and starring in one of the most recognized and long-standing comedy shows of all time, Impractical Jokers, comedian Sal Vulcano recently announced the EVERYTHING’S FINE TOUR – his newest national stand-up tour – kicking off in Fall 2024 after selling out in over 60 markets during his previous tour, including notable landmark venues such as The Beacon Theatre and The Ryman Auditorium. Sal and his partners executive produced and starred in the game show The Misery Index, which aired on TBS for three seasons. Impractical Jokers has also produced multiple spin off shows, including Impractical Jokers After Party, Impractical Jokers Dinner Party, Inside Jokes, and Jokers Wild – a sketch comedy show. In 2019 The Impractical Jokers Movie was released in theaters, cracking the top ten in weekly box office, averaging the highest per screen average of all active releases for four straight weeks. www.ccanh.com or (603)225-1111
COMING SOON:
RECYCLED PERCUSSION / Palace Theatre (Manchester) / December 31st through January 11th – DIRECT/x
Legendary New England drumming group RECYCLED PERCUSSION is back!!! You may have seen them impressing the judges on America’s Got Talent, or even seen them perform in Las Vegas or maybe as they opened the 2017 Super Bowl or on their Emmy Award Winning TV show “Chaos & Kindness”! Maybe, just maybe, you are one of the few that have not seen this amazing show. Whether it is your first time or your tenth, a Recycled Percussion show always rocks! Don’t miss this show packed full of surprises and crowd favorites in an incredible turbo-charged performance. Be part of a one-of-a-kind show that took these guys all the way to the entertainment capital of the world, Las Vegas! www.palacetheatre.org or (603)668-5588
JUSTON McKINNEY 2025 COMEDY YEAR IN REVIEW / Center for the Arts (Nashua) / December 30th through January 2nd – DIRECT/x
End the year with laughter as NH’s own comedian, Juston McKinney, brings his annual must see show to Nashua to review the past year, 2025! Juston has multiple appearances on the Tonight Show, Conan O’Brien and one-hour specials on Comedy Central. He also has two one-hour specials on Amazon Prime and his latest special “On the Bright Side” you can see for FREE on this Youtube channel. Throw in some appearances at the TD Garden for Comics Come Home, a Showtime special with Rob Gronkowski, and you can see why NH Magazine named him “Best of New Hampshire” and the New York Times called him “Destined for stardom.” Have the last laugh of 2024 with Juston as he uses multimedia to dish on his New England life and looks back at the year that was. www.nashuacenterforthearts.com or (800)657-8774
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