Concerts on the Common

08/13/2025

We are ON THE COMMON for our twelfth and final concert for 2025! We always have a big audience for Beatles tribute band, so please plan to come early. It is HOT outdoors. The NWS forecasts the temps will be around 84° (and dropping) at show time. Please bring water or purchase it from the vendors - stay hydrated.

Wednesday, August 13 7:00 - 8:30. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Please give yourself plenty of time to get to the Londonderry Town Common (265 Mammoth Rd) and park. We have directions to the Common and parking information on our website https://londonderryartscouncil.org/concert-parking. We will have Food Truck, ice cream truck and cotton candy - come hungry! Unfortunately, Kristin's Kernels for College popcorn and lemonade is not able to attend and we will miss them. A bubble machine for the little ones. And our FREE weekly raffle. See you soon!

08/08/2025

Get ready for a sensational Old Home Days concert! This will be our last concert for 2025, and it is sure to be a lot of fun. We're thrilled to welcome back the incomparable Beatles tribute band Studio Two for their fourth consecutive year. This headlining band, renowned for their electrifying recreations of the early Beatles' club and touring era, delivers the authentic concert experience fans remember. Featuring Berklee College of Music graduates and dedicated Beatles enthusiasts, Studio Two meticulously recreates the Fab Four's sound, look, and stage presence. From their vintage instruments to their spot-on banter, they'll have you dancing to all your favorite hits, transporting you straight back to the golden age of Beatlemania.

We always have a very large crowd for this concert, so be sure to arrive early! Wednesday, August 13 7:00 - 8:30. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Please give yourself plenty of time to get to the Londonderry Town Common (265 Mammoth Rd) and park. We have directions to the Common and parking information on our website www.londonderryartscouncil.org/about-cotc. We will have Food Truck, ice cream, along with Hunter and Damian's Kernels for College popcorn and lemonade, so come hungry! A bubble machine for the little ones. And our FREE weekly raffle. See you there! 🎸🎤🎹☀

08/06/2025

ON THE COMMON THIS EVENING! This is going to be a perfect evening to enjoy the awesome Martin and Kelly performing on our bandstand! These two talented musicians are steeped in country music and deliver a show you don't want to miss! PLUS - come early because we have FREE line dancing lessons starting at 5:30! Our second to last concert for 2025 will be a ton of fun!

Download and print the concert schedule from here: www.londonderryartscouncil.org/about-cotc

Wednesday, August 6 7:00 - 8:30. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Please give yourself plenty of time to get to the Londonderry Town Common (265 Mammoth Rd) and park. We have directions to the Common and parking information on our website https://londonderryartscouncil.org/concert-parking. We will have One Happy Clam Food Truck, @ ice cream truck, cotton candy and Kristin's Kernels for College popcorn and lemonade, so come hungry! A bubble machine for the little ones. And our FREE weekly raffle. See you soon!

08/02/2025

6If you were lucky enough to see Martin and Kelly perform for us last year, then you know exactly why we're still talking about Jilly Martin and Ryan Brooks Kelly's incredible show, and we're so excited to have them back! This year they are bringing a pedal steel guitar player with them, and it will be an awesome addition to their already wonderful sound! Bridging the gap between traditional and contemporary country and with a resume boasting support slots for legends like Willie Nelson and Alison Krauss, Jilly and Ryan are poised for a major breakthrough. Every year they bring an undeniable energy to their performance on our bandstand. Join us on the Common for a night of unforgettable music!

And there's more! Get your boots on and get ready to dance! Before Martin and Kelly assume the spotlight, join us for a FREE line dancing lesson at 5:30 with Lark NH Line Dance! We will be just in front of the bandstand. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, everyone's welcome to learn new steps and have fun. Grab your friends and don your best western wear for an hour of two-stepping and good times. So come on out, kick up your heels, and get ready to show off your moves when Martin and Kelly take the stage!

Wednesday, August 6 7:00 - 8:30. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Please give yourself plenty of time to get to the Londonderry Town Common (265 Mammoth Rd) and park. We have directions to the Common and parking information on our website www.londonderryartscouncil.org/about-cotc. We will have One Happy Clam Food Truck, ice cream and Kristin's Kernels for College popcorn and lemonade, so come hungry! A bubble machine for the little ones. And our FREE weekly raffle. See you there! 🎸🎤🎹☀

07/30/2025

We are on the Common for this evening's concert with the fabulous Delta Generators! Brian Templeton and the band always bring it to their shows - you don't want to miss them! And, yes, it is HOT outdoors. The NWS forecasts the temps will be around 85° (and dropping) at show time. Please bring water or purchase it from the vendors - stay hydrated. We are bringing fans for the band, so they will be cool cool cool as they give us a HOT performance! 😃

Download and print the concert schedule from here: www.londonderryartscouncil.org/about-cotc

Wednesday, July 30 7:00 - 8:30. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Please give yourself plenty of time to get to the Londonderry Town Common (265 Mammoth Rd) and park. We have directions to the Common and parking information on our website https://londonderryartscouncil.org/concert-parking. We will have One Happy Clam Food Truck, Timeless Treats ice cream truck, cotton candy and Kristin's Kernels for College popcorn and lemonade, so come hungry! A bubble machine for the little ones. And our FREE weekly raffle. See you soon!

07/25/2025

We have our favorite bluesman and band - Brian Templeton and the Delta Generators - back again this year. This will be Brian’s thirteenth performance at Concerts on the Common, and we ask him to come back each year for a reason! Every one of these musicians is absolutely top notch. Singer Brian Templeton, once a Londonderry resident, commands over 40 years as a stalwart presence in Boston’s formidable music scene. His credits include the legendary band the Radio Kings and the Original House of Blues Blue Monday Band. The other members of this rockin’ band - Charlie, Jeff and Rick - bring the same level of talent. Head over to the Common to enjoy this super-talented band!

Wednesday, July 30 7:00 - 8:30. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Please give yourself plenty of time to get to the Londonderry Town Common (265 Mammoth Rd) and park. We have directions to the Common and parking information on our website www.londonderryartscouncil.org/about-cotc. We will have One Happy Clam Food Truck, ice cream and Kristin's Kernels for College popcorn and lemonade, so come hungry! A bubble machine for the little ones. And our FREE weekly raffle. See you there! 🎸🎤🎹☀

07/23/2025

STILL holding our breath, and it is WORKING! Yes, we are on the Common for this evening's concert with Chicago Total Access! We have a truly perfect evening to be on the Common to enjoy this fantastic band! They literally filled the LHS cafeteria last year, so we are excited to host them outdoors this year. Please join us on the Common!

This talented 10-piece band brings the magic of Chicago's timeless hits to life, reminding us all why this legendary band has resonated for over five decades. Their commitment to honoring Chicago's music is truly special, and we know you'll love it.

Download and print the concert schedule from here: www.londonderryartscouncil.org/about-cotc

Wednesday, July 23 7:00 - 8:30. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Please give yourself plenty of time to get to the Londonderry Town Common (265 Mammoth Rd) and park. We have directions to the Common and parking information on our website https://londonderryartscouncil.org/concert-parking. We will have One Happy Clam Food Truck, ice cream, cotton candy and Kristin's Kernels for College popcorn and lemonade, so come hungry! A bubble machine for the little ones. And our FREE weekly raffle. See you soon!

07/17/2025

We were thrilled to host Chicago Total Access last summer, even when the weather moved us indoors to the LHS cafeteria. The energy was electric, with a packed room and standing room only crowd! This talented 10-piece band brought the magic of Chicago's timeless hits to life, reminding us all why this legendary band has resonated for over five decades. Their commitment to honoring Chicago's music is truly special, and we know you'll love it. The audience's enthusiastic response was undeniable, with countless attendees proclaiming, 'You have to get them back!' Their commitment to honoring Chicago's legacy clearly struck a chord!

Don't miss Chicago Total Access for an evening of hit songs!

Wednesday, July 23 7:00 - 8:30. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Please give yourself plenty of time to get to the Londonderry Town Common (265 Mammoth Rd) and park. We have directions to the Common and parking information on our website www.londonderryartscouncil.org/about-cotc. We will have One Happy Clam Food Truck, ice cream and Kristin's Kernels for College popcorn and lemonade, so come hungry! A bubble machine for the little ones. And our FREE weekly raffle. See you there! 🎺🎷🎸🎤🎹☀

07/16/2025

"Don't hold your breath"? Well, it's working so far, because YES, we're back on the Common this evening for our seventh concert of 2025! Prepare for a truly hot night as we welcome the Brian Maes Band featuring Barry Goudreau, the former lead guitarist for the legendary band Boston.

This special concert celebrates Brian and his band’s tenth year performing for us. Expect an evening packed with singalong anthems from The Who, Springsteen, and Zeppelin, plus phenomenal covers from artists like Janis Joplin, Tears for Fears, and Elton John. And yes, prepare for plenty of BOSTON classics! And you won't want to miss Brian’s incredibly talented wife, MaryBeth, whose vocals are simply astounding.

Download and print the concert schedule from here: www.londonderryartscouncil.org/about-cotc

Wednesday, July 16 7:00 - 8:30. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Please give yourself plenty of time to get to the Londonderry Town Common (265 Mammoth Rd) and park. We have directions to the Common and parking information on our website https://londonderryartscouncil.org/concert-parking. We will have One Happy Clam Food Truck, ice cream, cotton candy and Kristin's Kernels for College popcorn and lemonade, so come hungry! A bubble machine for the little ones. And our FREE weekly raffle. See you soon!

07/14/2025

The Londonderry Access Center TV posted a video they made of this wonderful concert! What a band! Thank you very much, Erin and team, for recording and editing the performance!

Cool Cool Cool blends the best of Funk, House and R&B to create a sound that is truly unique. With dynamic female-led vocals, a tight horn section, swirling ...

07/14/2025

Some awesome photos by Chris Paul (with the Londonderry Times) of this great concert! Thank you for sharing them, Chris! 📸

07/12/2025

We will be on the Common for today's COTC For Kids concert! Reminder that the concert is from 2:00 - 3:00 today, hopefully timed to be between the little ones' naps! 🥰 The forecast shows that the weather should be good this afternoon! Yay! 🥳 Come enjoy Steve Blunt and Friends!

Download and print the concert schedule from here: www.londonderryartscouncil.org/about-cotc

Saturday, July 12 2:00 - 3:00. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Please give yourself plenty of time to get to the Londonderry Town Common (265 Mammoth Rd) and park. We have directions to the Common and parking information on our website https://londonderryartscouncil.org/concert-parking. We will have Timeless Treats ice cream and cotton candy, so ready to treat the kids! A bubble machine for the little ones. And a special Saturday FREE raffle. See you soon!