New Hampshire’s Largest Outdoor Music Venue Has an Amazing Summer Lineup

First things first, have you been to BankNH Pavilion in Gilford, New Hampshire? I can't help but refer to this venue by its original name, Meadowbrook, from when it first opened in 1996. I also consider it to be my favorite live music venue in the Northeast. The top-notch sound, the elevated stage (that makes it impossible to find a bad seat in the house), the large selection of food/drink vendors, and the pre-concert scene (if you're a fan of tailgating) is always a good time, with fans grilling, playing games, and gearing up for the night.

Did I mention they offer camping for an additional fee? If you’ve been, you know it’s in the beautiful Lakes Region of New Hampshire, but hotels aren’t super plentiful in the immediate area. On-site camping allows concertgoers to enjoy themselves with a few adult beverages without worrying about having to drive home after the show.

One of the coolest features of BankNH Pavilion is the “Party Decks.” These VIP areas give you a killer view of the stage, comfy seating, and even table service. Despite the venue's maximum capacity of about 9,000, you’re still getting an intimate vibe, and the variety of shows never disappoints. This summer is no different. Whether it’s pop, rock, country, metal, and everything in between, there’s something on the calendar for you.

Rob Riccitelli

Now, let’s talk about what this awesome outdoor amphitheater has lined up for their summer season.

June

6/11 - COLE SWINDELL, DYLAN SCOTT & MACKENZIE CARPENTER

6/11 - PIXIES & MODEST MOUSE

6/13 - HOOTIE AND THE BLOWFISH

6/15 - LAINEY WILSON, IAN MUNSICK & ZACH TOP

6/19 - JOHN FOGERTY

6/22 - HARDY, KIP MOORE, TRAVIS DENNING & ELLA LANGLEY

6/29 - BROOKS AND DUNN

6/30 - A DAY TO REMEMBER

July

7/1 - JAMES TAYLOR & HIS ALL-STAR BAND

7/3 - KIDZ BOP LIVE

7/11 - THIRD EYE BLIND, YELLOWCARD & ARIZONA

7/14 - SLIGHTLY STOOPID & DIRTY HEADS

7/15 - I PREVAIL & HALESTORM

7/16 & 7/17 - DAVE MATTHEWS BAND

7/18, 7/19, 7/20 - LUKE BRYAN, KING CALAWAY, HUNTERGIRL & LILY ROSE

7/22 - DARYL HALL & ELVIS COSTELLO AND THE IMPOSTERS

7/23 - O.A.R. & FITZ AND THE TANTRUMS

7/25 - GODSMACK

7/26 - IMPRACTICAL JOKERS LIVE

7/27 - DAN AND SHAY, JAKE OWEN & DYLAN MARLOWE

7/28 - TRAIN & YACHT ROCK REVUE

7/30 - ELEVATION WORSHIP

August

8/1, 8/2 & 8/3 - CHRIS STAPLETON, GRACE POTTER & ALLEN STONE

8/4 - FOREIGNER, STYX & JOHN WAITE

8/6 - 311

8/9 - NEW KIDS ON THE BLOCK

8/10 - THE DOOBIE BROTHERS & STEVE WINWOOD

8/14 - SLIPKNOT

8/15 - DIERKS BENTLEY, CHASE RICE & RANDY ROGERS BAND

8/16 - LINDSEY STIRLING

8/17 - WHISKEY MYERS & BLACKBERRY SMOKE

8/20 - CREED, TONIC & FINGER ELEVEN

8/21 - CAGE THE ELEPHANT, YOUNG THE GIANT & BAKAR

8/23 - LYNYRD SKYNYRD, ZZ TOP & THE OUTLAWS

8/24 - JASON ALDEAN

8/25 - JASON ALDEAN

8/28 - DEEP PURPLE

8/31 - BRET MICHAELS

September

9/1 - TEDESCHI TRUCKS BAND

9/6 - JORDAN DAVIS

9/12 - THE NATIONAL & THE WAR ON DRUGS

9/13 - CODY JINKS

9/18 - BREAKING BENJAMIN & STAIND

9/20 - OUTLAW MUSIC FESTIVAL: WILLIE NELSON & FAMILY, BOB DYLAN & JOHN MELLENCAMP