Summer in the Street - Seacoast Wind Ensemble, Pleasant Street Pops!
Date and Time
Saturday Jul 4, 2026
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
“Summer in the Street” is the result of an initiative to identify/create pedestrian-friendly areas Downtown where musicians can entertain folks in the heart of the City.
Pleasant Street, from Porter Street to Market Square, closes on designated Saturdays from 4:00pm – 9:00pm during the Summer.
Important ‘instructions’ for SITS..*
All evenings begin with the street closure at 4:00 and end by 9:00pm with the reopening of Pleasant Street.
We set up for all performances on Pleasant Street between Porter Street and Market Square.
Location
In the event of inclement weather (forecasts of rain/thunderstorms and/or heat advisory), performances may be cancelled.All performances begin at 5:30pm, and end by 8:30pm.
Description
July 4th
Seacoast Wind Ensemble
Pleasant Street Pops!
The Ensemble is a community concert band dedicated to the tradition of performing bands associated with the John Philip Sousa era.
For four decades, the Seacoast Wind Ensemble has proudly showcased a diverse range of concert band music, spreading the joy of music to communities in Seacoast New Hampshire, Southern Maine, and Northern Massachusetts. With around 12 performances annually, the SWE takes part in various concert series, festivals, schools, and special events, engaging audiences of all ages.
As a committed non-profit volunteer organization, their goal is to foster a deep appreciation for music within the community. The ensemble includes members from all backgrounds, such as enthusiastic students, experienced senior citizens, passionate amateurs, and skilled professionals, all united by their love for making music together.
Printed courtesy of www.portsmouthchamber.org/ – Contact the The Chamber Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth for more information.
500 Market St., Portsmouth, NH 03801 – (603) 610-5514 – membership@portsmouthcollaborative.org