Don’t Miss the Hampton Beach Seafood Festival This Fall

If you’re into delicious and fresh seafood, then there’s no better place for you to be this September than the Seacoast of New Hampshire. This September, the charming Hampton Beach area of the Seacoast will host the 33rd annual Hampton Beach Seafood Festival. The Hampton Beach Seafood Festival is one of the premiere events of the season on the Seacoast, as it features meals from some of the top-rated regional restaurants.

Though the Hampton Beach Seafood Festival is sure to delight everyone who attends, it’s not the only great reason to visit the spectacular New Hampshire Seacoast this September! September is also the start of the glorious fall foliage season, which brings vibrantly hued trees and unbeatable scenery to our already beautiful coastline.

September is also the perfect time for a romantic getaway – and there’s no better place for it than our luxury Boutique Hotel in Exeter, NH. Exter, NH, is one of the most historic and charming towns on the entire Seacoast. Experience the sights, sounds, and tastes of the Seacoast with us this September. Book a room at our #1-rated Boutique Hotel in Exeter, NH, today!

People eating a Lobster Roll at the Hampton Beach Seafood Festival

What to Expect at the Hampton Beach Seafood Festival

For 33 years, the Hampton Beach Seafood Festival has been bringing some of the top restaurants in New Hampshire together for a weekend of delicious fun. This year, the Hampton Beach Seafood Festival will take place from September 9th to 11th, featuring three glorious days of delightful seafood and entertainment.

The Hampton Beach Seafood Festival brings together more than 50 New Hampshire restaurants, each serving up their favorite version of seafood delicacies, not to mention more than 80 craft vendors promoting locally made products. It truly is a magnificent celebration of the best of the Seacoast and is considered to be one of the top 100 events in the entire country.

Throughout the Hampton Beach Seafood Festival, you’ll have the opportunity to taste various seafood dishes, watch live chef demonstrations, shop the vendors, listen to live music and enjoy other entertainment all weekend long. As if this isn’t enough to pack into a weekend, other event highlights are also taking place throughout the Hampton Beach Seafood Festival, including a Saturday Night Fireworks show and an old-fashioned lobster roll eating contest on Sunday.

The final claim to fame of the Hampton Beach Seafood Festival is the bar. It’s hailed as the largest bar in New England. The bar is an impressive 40,000 square feet and is a great spot to kick back, watch the show, and enjoy the festivities. Tickets for this year’s Hampton Beach Seafood Festival can be purchased online in advance.

This guest room at our boutique hotel in Exeter, NH is the perfect place to stay after the Hampton Beach Seafood Festival

The Best Place to Stay in Exeter, NH

Guests that stay with us at our boutique hotel in Exeter, NH, love to head to Hampton Beach for the day, especially when the famous Hampton Beach Seafood Festival comes to town. Staying here gives them the chance to relax and unwind away from the busy crowds at the beach at this time of year and to experience the upscale lodging that only our hotel can provide.

Our boutique hotel is the best place to stay in Exeter, NH. Not only are we the only 4-diamond AAA property on the Seacoast of New Hampshire, but we also offer an unparalleled level of service and hospitality. Guests can choose from our luxurious suites and guest rooms. Each of them has been thoughtfully decorated to match the historic ambiance of this authentic 1809 Federal Style Inn. All are outfitted with high-end amenities.

Staying with us in Exeter,  NH also affords you the chance to dine at one of the best restaurants on the Seacoast of New Hampshire, Ambrose Restaurant. Though you’ll have plenty of food to choose from at the Hampton Beach Seafood Festival, you shouldn’t miss the opportunity to dine at this incredible gem.

Ambrose is located on-site and owned and operated by The Inn By the Bandstand. We use the finest local ingredients possible and serve our dishes with the utmost attention to quality and presentation to serve all your senses at once. It’s only made better by the charming and romantic ambiance of our beautiful restaurant and grounds.

If you’re looking for someplace unforgettable to spend some time this summer, whether or not you have plans to attend the Hampton Beach Seafood Festival, look no further than our stunning boutique hotel in Exeter, NH. Book your room today!

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