Infinity Song, The Dip and More Set for June/ July Shows In River House Restaurant Concert Series
The lineup will also feature Kashus Culpepper, Chaparelle and more, performing at the Wilcox Main Stage in Portsmouth, NH.
Prescott Park Arts Festival has revealed the first wave of performances for its 2026 River House Restaurant Concert Series. Taking place on the iconic Wilcox Main Stage in Prescott Park along the scenic Piscataqua River, this season's lineup brings an extraordinary range of talent to one of New England's most stunning outdoor stages, from rising stars to beloved fan favorites.
In keeping with the Festival's 50-plus-year tradition of making the arts accessible to all, every concert is presented for an optional, recommended donation of $20, which attendees are encouraged to give in support of the Festival's mission and programming.
"There is truly nothing like gathering together as a community each summer in the beauty of Prescott Park," said Courtney Perkins, Executive Director of Prescott Park Arts Festival. "These concerts are intimate, and unlike anything you'll experience at any other venue; open sky, the river at your back, and the people of this region all around you. In a time when it feels more important than ever to find what we share rather than what divides us, there is something profoundly powerful about coming together in this place. A love of music, of this park, of this community — that is something we all hold in common. We are stewards of a tradition that generations before us built and nurtured, and everything we do is in service of the generations still to come."
THE 2026 RIVER HOUSE RESTAURANT CONCERT SERIES: JUNE - MID-JULY
Monday, June 22: Chaparelle
Formed by Texas-based musicians Zella Day and Jesse Woods, Chaparelle blends gorgeous harmonies with an ethereal sound that falls somewhere between alt-country and indie pop, recalling the spirit of classic country vocal duos, crafting a musical tapestry that harkens back to legendary duets of icons like George and Tammy or Gram and Emmylou. This partnership channels the enduring allure of Country music's golden age, weaving a melodic narrative that resonates with themes of love and the indomitable Texan essence. They have toured extensively across the U.S., including stops at Newport Folk Festival and Willie Nelson's Luck Reunion. Their acclaimed debut album Western Pleasure arrived in 2025.
Wednesday, June 24: Infinity Song
Infinity Song, a band of siblings, has been on the road to glory for many years, honing their craft busking on the streets and in the subways of New York City. Their music blends a rock influence with sweet harmonies and a soul element that sets them apart. Difficult to classify yet easy to love, Infinity Song's soulful sibling harmonies fill out every corner of their performances. In 2016, the band was signed to Roc Nation by JAY-Z, who encouraged them to stay true to their unique sound. They recently performed at NPR's iconic Tiny Desk Concert in April of 2026 with songs from their album Metamorphosis Complete, including the viral hit "Hater's Anthem".
Monday, June 29: An Evening of Beatles Music with The Walrus
Festival favorites return! The Walrus is a band of Portland, ME-based musicians who come together through a shared love of Beatles music. All active recording and touring artists who were featured in a Rolling Stone article highlighting Portland's ambitious music scene. The group aims to recreate Beatles recordings as accurately as possible in a live show setting, celebrating the music with reverence and enthusiasm while leaning into the power of live performance. No wigs, no accents, and just a little bit too loud. A show for music lovers aged 0 to 100.
Wednesday, July 1: The Dip
The Dip is a Seattle-based rhythm and blues band known for poignant songwriting, detailed arrangements, and a vintage sound. Featuring a three-piece horn section, the group's music draws from classic soul and funk while hinting at the jazz foundations that brought its members together. Their 2022 album Sticking With It landed at #1 on the Billboard Current R&B Albums Chart, and their return to the Wilcox Main Stage is sure to be a high-energy highlight of the summer.
Wednesday, July 15: Kashus Culpepper
Alabama-born Kashus Culpepper encompasses the sound of the South, a student and reverent purveyor of country, soul, blues, folk, and rock, whose husky, sandpaper growl bellows like a freight train over self-penned stories that are as raw and real as they are haunting. A Navy veteran who found his voice singing in church at age five, Culpepper picked up the guitar when the global pandemic hit while deployed in Spain, and quickly went from covers to originals, selling out headline club shows throughout the South before formally releasing a single song. Named to Rolling Stone's list of artists to watch and praised by John Mayer as "as good as it gets," Culpepper is one of the most exciting voices in country music right now.
This season's River House Restaurant Concert Series spans a wide range of artists; some old friends of the Festival, crowd favorites, and incredible up-and-comers who are sure to become new artists to follow. All concerts begin at 7:00 PM on the Wilcox Main Stage, located in Prescott Park on Marcy Street in downtown Portsmouth, NH, right along the beautiful Piscataqua River.
Tables and blankets in The Kane Company VIP Seating Area, including the coveted "Best Seat in the House," are available for reservation, offering an elevated concert experience with reserved seating and premium views. Prescott Park Arts Festival invites the community to bring a blanket, gather friends and family, and enjoy incredible music in the heart of Portsmouth, all while supporting the Festival's commitment to accessible arts programming for all. For more details and to reserve your spot, visit www.prescottpark.org.
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