Prescott Park

Overlooking the Piscataqua River, this small, grassy park with gardens makes a pleasant setting for a picnic. More importantly, it's the leafy backdrop to the Prescott Park Arts Festival, which means free music, dance, theater and food festivals throughout June, July and August. Separate one-day music festivals showcase jazz, folk and Americana; other highlights include the clam-chowder and chili festivals.