Seacoast LitFest
Schedule
Sun Sep 07 2025 at 10:00 am to 09:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
28 Chestnut Street, Portsmouth, NH, United States, New Hampshire 03801 | Portsmouth, NH
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Celebrating 20 years of Writers On A New England StagePresented in partnership with The Music Hall & New Hampshire Public Radio
https://www.themusichall.org/seacoast-litfest/
ABOUT SEACOAST LITFEST
An inspiring multi-day celebration, the Seacoast LitFest brings together bestselling authors, thought leaders, and curious readers for an unforgettable literary experience on New Hampshire’s Seacoast. From lively book chats and author talks to a vibrant book fair and community events, the festival invites audiences of all ages to connect. Presented by New Hampshire Public Radio and The Music Hall, two of the state’s leading voices for storytelling and culture.
FEATURING KEYNOTE SPEAKERS & AUTHORS
A CONVERSATION WITH JENNIFER WEINER
Sun., Sep. 7 at 4pm
#1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Weiner joins Seacoast LitFest! Jennifer Weiner has penned more than two dozen books that have sold over 11 million copies in 36 countries. Her recent bestsellers include The Griffin Sister’s Greatest Hits, The Breakaway, and The Summer Place.
DAN BROWN WITH "THE SECRET OF SECRETS"
Wed., Sep. 10 at 7pm
We are beyond thrilled to announce that Dan Brown, one of the best-selling authors of all time, will return for a hometown launch, right here in Portsmouth, NH, as the grand finale and keynote speaker for the launch of the new Seacoast LitFest and the 20th anniversary celebration of Writers on a New England Stage. Brown will appear live with his brand-new novel, The Secret of Secrets — making Portsmouth the second stop on his exclusive world-wide book tour.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
• Seacoast LitFest Book Fair • Sun., Sep. 7 at 10am-2pm on Chestnut Street
• A Conversation with Jennifer Weiner • Sun., Sep. 7 at 4pm at Historic Theater
• McDowell Across the Table Conversations:
Mary Gaitskill in Conversation with August Lamm • Tue., Sep. 9 • 7pm at The Lounge (PASSHOLDERS ONLY)
• Seacoast LitFest Passholder-only Party • Wed., Sep. 10 • 5pm at The Lounge
• Dan Brown and The Secret of Secrets • Wed., Sep. 10 • 7pm at Historic Theater
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PRESENTED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH
The Music Hall and New Hampshire Public Radio
PRESENTING SPONSOR
Auger Building Company
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Where is it happening?
28 Chestnut Street, Portsmouth, NH, United States, New Hampshire 03801Event Location & Nearby Stays:
