The Annual Hampton Beach Children’s Festival is the family fun event of the summer! Kicking off on Monday, August 17th with activities on and around the famous Hampton Beach Seashell Stage at 10 a.m., the event builds up to a Giant Costume Parade which marches almost the length of Hampton Beach on Friday, August 21st. The parade starts at 11 a.m. at the State Park for judging, with winners selected for the best costumes in several categories. Download the 2026 Schedule here when it's available. Each day will be a blockbuster, filled with non-stop activities and entertainment, including mini-golf, free ice cream, dancing, storytellers, balloons, and more. There’s even a kids’ bumper sticker contest. All Children’s Festival activities are free and open to the public. For more information call the Hampton Area Chamber of Commerce office at (603) 926-8717. Friday August 21, 2026 A Giant Costume Parade! Every child who participates wins a prize!