The Casino Ballroom is at 169 Ocean Boulevard, Hampton Beach. Doors 7pm, show 8pm. Park in the lot behind the Casino (enter from D or F Street), a town lot on Ashworth Ave, or a meter. Bring a clear bag and photo ID (most shows are 18+). It is wheelchair accessible, with staff to walk you to the elevator. There is no re-entry, so use the restroom and grab what you need before you scan in.
The Casino Ballroom is the concert hall in the middle of Hampton Beach, in the Casino complex on Ocean Boulevard. It is small enough that every seat feels close, and it puts a show right next to the ocean, the arcades and the restaurants.
It is also in the busiest block of the busiest beach in New Hampshire. Parking, crowds and stairs are the things that trip people up, so this guide covers those first.
About the Casino Ballroom
- Address: 169 Ocean Boulevard, Hampton Beach, NH 03842
- Box office: (603) 929-4100
- Capacity: about 1,800 seated, about 2,200 for general admission (no seats on the floor)
- Seated or standing is set show by show, based on what the artist wants
- Food and drink: the Set Break Cafe serves pizza, wings and sandwiches, and there are four bars
Parking for the Casino Ballroom
Lot behind the Casino
ClosestDirectly behind the Casino, entered from D Street or F Street. The Ballroom does not run or price this lot, and prices change by season, so check the sign.
Town lots
Flat day rateAshworth Ave, Island Path and Church St. Card only, one flat daily rate, ticket good until the next day, open 7am to 2am. Good if you are making a full day of it.
Ocean Boulevard meters
Free with placardState meters along the beach, with published hours of 8am to midnight. Free with a hanging disability placard. Pay for enough time to cover the whole show.
Private lots
Posted at lotOther private lots around the beach set their own prices, posted at the entrance. Expect higher prices on busy nights.
Full prices, rules and tips are in our Hampton Beach parking guide.
Show on a Wednesday in summer? That is fireworks night, the busiest evening at the beach. Arrive early for parking, and expect a crowd when you come out. See the fireworks schedule.
Casino Ballroom seating sections explained
On seated nights the room is split into price sections. Here is how the venue describes them:
| Section | Where it is | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| P1 | First five rows in front of the stage | Closest, and the hardest to get |
| P2 and P3 | Reserved seats beyond the first section | Still close, since the room is only 82 feet deep |
| P4 | High-top stools on a riser at the back | A raised view, but tall stools can be hard to climb onto |
| P5 | Standing room near the bars and sides | No seat, so a long night on your feet |
For limited mobility: avoid P4 stools and P5 standing room. A regular reserved seat in P2 or P3 is the comfortable choice, and the room is small enough that the view is good. You can pick exact seats on Ticketmaster's interactive map or at the box office. If you need a wheelchair space or companion seating, call the box office at (603) 929-4100 before you buy.
Wheelchair access and the elevator
The Ballroom says it is wheelchair accessible, and that staff will escort guests to the elevator and help them into the venue. Let the door staff know when you arrive, and come at the start of doors at 7pm, before the line builds.
- Arrive at doors. Getting seated before the crowd is much easier with a wheelchair, walker or cane.
- General admission nights mean a standing crowd on the floor. Call ahead about where a wheelchair user can watch safely.
- No re-entry once your ticket is scanned. Bring medication, and use the restroom before you go in.
- The walk from the car is often the hardest part. A transport chair or wheelchair for the evening takes care of it.
Our shop is a short walk from the Ballroom
Oceans Mobility is at 45 Ashworth Ave, one block in from Ocean Boulevard. Rent a wheelchair, transport chair or scooter for show night, park once, and skip the long walk. We also deliver to hotels and cottages.
Bags, ID and house rules
Clear bag policy
Only these bags are allowed in:
- A one-gallon clear plastic freezer bag, no bigger than 11 x 11 inches
- A clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bag, no bigger than 12 x 12 x 6 inches
- A small wristlet or wallet, with or without a strap, no bigger than 5.5 x 8.5 inches
Age and ID
Shows are 18 and over unless the event says otherwise. Everyone needs a government-issued photo ID, by state law, with no exceptions. Under 18s can come with a parent who stays with them the whole time, and children under 5 are not admitted to 18+ shows.
Other rules
- No outside food or drinks
- No re-entry after your ticket is scanned
- No coat check, so dress for the walk, not for the coat rack
- No cameras or recording devices unless the artist allows them
Tickets and the box office
- Tickets are sold through Ticketmaster, and at the box office in person, where there are no service fees.
- Will call is on the beach side of the venue. Tickets bought within two weeks of a show may be held there. Bring photo ID and the card you paid with.
- Box office hours: generally 10am to 3pm Wednesdays and Fridays, 3pm to 9pm on show days, with summer weekend hours. Closed December through February. Call (603) 929-4100 before you go.
- Refunds: all sales are final unless a show is cancelled.
- Lost tickets: box office purchases go to the Ballroom; Ticketmaster purchases go to Ticketmaster at (617) 931-2037.
Planning a show night at Hampton Beach
- 5pm: park in a town lot or the lot behind the Casino. With a placard, look for a free state meter.
- 5:30pm: dinner on Ocean Boulevard or Ashworth Ave. Book ahead on summer weekends.
- 6:45pm: restroom stop, then line up for doors at 7pm. Tell staff if you need the elevator.
- 8pm: show time.
- After: let the room clear for a few minutes, then walk the sea wall back to the car. On summer Wednesdays you may catch the end of the fireworks.
Casino Ballroom: FAQ
Where do you park for the Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom?
There is a parking lot directly behind the Casino, entered from D Street or F Street. The Ballroom does not own or price it, and rates change by season. Nearby you can also use the Ocean Boulevard meters or the town lots on Ashworth Ave, Island Path and Church St.
Is the Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom wheelchair accessible?
Yes. The venue says it is wheelchair accessible, and staff will escort guests to the elevator and help them into the Ballroom.
What time do doors open at the Casino Ballroom?
Doors open at 7pm and shows start at 8pm, unless the event listing says otherwise.
What is the bag policy at the Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom?
Only clear bags are allowed: a one-gallon clear plastic freezer bag up to 11 by 11 inches, a clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bag up to 12 by 12 by 6 inches, or a small wristlet or wallet up to 5.5 by 8.5 inches.
Is the Casino Ballroom 18+?
Shows are 18 and over unless the event says otherwise, and a government-issued photo ID is required. Under 18s can attend with a parent who stays with them, and children under 5 are not admitted to 18+ shows.
How big is the Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom?
About 1,800 for seated shows and about 2,200 for general admission shows. The stage is 82 feet from the back of the room, so every seat is close.
Where is the Casino Ballroom box office?
At the venue, 169 Ocean Boulevard, Hampton Beach. It is generally open 10am to 3pm on Wednesdays and Fridays and 3pm to 9pm on show days, with summer weekend hours, and is closed December through February. Call 603-929-4100 before you visit.
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Checked November 11, 2026. Venues and towns change their rules; the official source always wins. Spot something out of date? Let us know.