DOVER
Dover is the oldest permanent settlement in New Hampshire and one of the Seacoast's fastest-growing small cities. Its downtown along the Cocheco River has transformed from a mill town center into a walkable district of restaurants, bars, and performance spaces.
The Strand hosts concerts, tribute bands, dance nights, and comedy in a downtown theater setting. The Brick is a bar and music venue that programs local and regional acts in a more casual room. Together they give Dover two distinct options for a night out without driving to Portsmouth.
Dover has a younger energy than many New Hampshire cities, driven partly by its proximity to the University of New Hampshire in neighboring Durham. The Cocheco Waterfront District is adding mixed-use development, and First Friday art walks bring foot traffic to the galleries and studios in the renovated mill buildings.
Tip: Downtown clusters along Central Avenue and the Cocheco River. Parking is generally easy, and the two main venues are within walking distance of each other and the restaurants.
Neighborhoods: Downtown • Central Business District • Cocheco Waterfront • Garrison Hill
WEEK OF APRIL 6, 2026
FRIDAY - 4/10
SATURDAY - 4/11
- Thursday Night Acoustic - David Corson at 7:00pm, 10:00pm jazz vibes
SUNDAY - 4/12
THURSDAY - 5/14
- Seacoast Showcase at 7:00pm, 10:00pm music vibes
FRIDAY - 5/15
- Little Lies Tribute to Fleetwood Mac at 8:00pm, 10:00pm let's groove
SATURDAY - 5/16
- 80's Dance Party with Neon Wave at 8:00pm, 11:00pm party time
SATURDAY - 5/30
- TOOL & Alice in Chains Tribute Show at 8:00pm, 11:30pm rock out