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The Press Room - Upstairs Tickets

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About The Press Room - Upstairs

Hidden in the heart of downtown Portsmouth, The Press Room - Upstairs is an intimate live-music space perched above the bustling bar and restaurant. With a 102-person mixed seated and standing capacity (or 150 standing-room-only configuration), this upstairs venue offers a close-up concert experience with a friendly, ’you’ve got a guy’ vibe. The upstairs layout includes 44 tables, 14 bar seats, 26 standing spots on the 2nd floor, and an additional 8 tables with 10 standing spaces on the 3rd floor, allowing for flexible seating and a cozy atmosphere. The venue is part of The Press Room complex at 77 Daniel Street, a cornerstone of downtown Portsmouth. We’ve got you covered for tickets, parking tips, and nearby stays to make your night easy from start to finish.

Originally renovated and reopening on October 31, 2018, The Press Room - Upstairs continues the tradition of hosting a variety of intimate performances, including Hoot Night, the Sunday Jazz Series, Traditional Music Open Session, and the Tuesday Night Jazz Jam. For those visiting from out of town, we’ve gathered practical details on parking, transit, and nearby hotels and dining. When you secure your seats, you’ll be supporting a trusted local venue while enjoying the best of Portsmouth’s live music scene. If you’re looking to extend your stay, we’ve partnered with nearby hotels and recommended dining options to fit every mood and budget.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 77 Daniel Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801
  • Venue type: upstairs intimate live-music space within The Press Room (bar/restaurant) in downtown Portsmouth
  • Upstairs capacity: 102 (mixed seated & standing); 150 standing-room-only configuration available
  • Overall capacity references: upstairs 102 + downstairs 86 (total around 188 in some sources)
  • Seating chart details: 2nd floor seating includes 44 tables + 14 bar seats + 26 standing; 3rd floor includes 8 tables + 10 standing
  • Parking: no on-site parking or official loading zone; rely on downtown street parking or nearby garages
  • Transit: served by COAST buses; Portsmouth Getting Here page lists public transit options
  • Nearby hotels: Hotel Thaxter (15 Middle Street) and Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel (250 Market Street)
  • Notable events: historically hosts Hoot Night, Sunday Jazz Series, Traditional Music Open Session, and Tuesday Night Jazz Jam
  • Renamed/demolished: venue building was renovated and reopened on October 31, 2018; The Press Room brand/name retained