Matt and the Penders will perform on the Rotary Stage Aug. 2. (Courtesy photo)
DOVER - The Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce announced recently that Orpheum Apartments and Cowork will once again underwrite the Cochecho Arts Festival, now in its 38th year.
The festival lineup includes the Friday Night Headliner concert series, Tuesday morning Children's Shows, and the Creative Arts Showcase, as well as other community arts offerings.
The 38th Annual Cochecho Arts Festival will be taking place this summer, beginning July 9. Established in 1986, the Cochecho Arts Festival is one of the most popular summer music festivals in the Seacoast. This summer-long festival takes place in Dover's Henry Law Park at the Rotary Arts Pavilion and is free and open to the public. The festival features a wide variety of local and regional performers and artists that draw thousands of people to Dover
While all the festival events are free, attendees are invited to purchase a CAF button, sponsored by Rotary Club of Dover, to show their support for the arts. Only 150 buttons are available, and each purchaser receives a free water bottle at the CAF events. Button purchasers will also be entered into a raffle for a Weber Spirit gas grill, valued at $899, sponsored by Z107. New this year: anyone who shows their CAF button at SEH Studios Art Gallery, 456 Central Ave., Dover, before the end of the festival will be entered into a drawing for an original painting by Susan E. Hanna.
For the full Cochecho Arts Festival schedule visit dovernh.org/caf or stop by the Chamber at 550 Central Ave. in Dover to pick up a brochure and purchase a festival button. The buttons will also be available for purchase at the CAF Friday night concerts.
The Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce is a not-for-profit association of businesses, professionals, individuals, and organizations working together to advance the economic well-being of its members and the community. For details on Dover Chamber membership and other programs, or for a schedule of activities, call (603) 742-2218 or visit dovernh.org.
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Schedule:
Friday Night Headliner Series (Underwriter: Rotary Club of Dover)
Rotary Arts Pavilion at Henry Law Park
6:30 p.m.
RAIN LOCATION: Dover High School Auditorium, 25 Alumni Drive, Dover
July 12
The Rebel Collective
therebelcollectivemusic.com
Genre: Irish
July 19
Tower Hill
towerhillrocks.com
Genre: Rock/pop covers
July 26
Toby McAllister & The Sierra Sounds
tobymcallister.com
Genre: Country rock
August 2
Matt & The Penders
mattyandthependers.com
Genre: 90s alternative rock
August 9
Lexi James & Wildheart
lexijamesmusic.com
Genre: Country
August 16
Old Hat String Band
oldhatstringband.com
Genre: Bluegrass
Tuesday Morning Children's Series (Underwriter: N. Granese and Sons)
Rotary Arts Pavilion at Henry Law Park
10:30 a.m.
RAIN LOCATION: Dover Public Library Lecture Hall, 73 Locust Street, Dover
July 9
Rockin' Ron the Friendly Pirate
rockinronthefriendlypirate.com
July 16
Wildlife Encounters
weecocenter.com
July 23
Magician BJ Hickman
bjhickman.com
July 30
UNH Theatre
unh.edu/theatre-dance
August 6
Steve Blunt Children's Music & More
steveblunt.com
August 13
Bryson Lang Comedy-Juggling
brysonlang.com
Art Rocks
At select Children's Series performances, a local artist will be on site to work with children on art projects. Stop by the Art Rocks table to watch, ask questions, or be part of the fun!
Creative Arts Showcase
Saturday, August 3
Upper Henry Law Park
Time: Noon to 4 p.m.
Local artisans will showcase their work in the park.