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The Best Gardens to Explore in New Hampshire

  Bedrock Gardens Photo by Nancy Horton Bedrock Gardens 45 High Rd., Lee (603) 659-2993 Opening to the public on May 15, 2024; visit their website for 2024 visitation guidelines. Bedrock Gardens is a 37-acre private garden that is open Tuesdays through Fridays and on the first and third weekends of the month from 10 […]

Where to Go Snowshoeing in New Hampshire

Snowshoeing is a family-friendly winter sport that offers outdoor exercise and fun for all ages and abilities. And the best part? You can usually snowshoe for free or at a nominal cost (to cover trail or rental usage), so snowshoeing is very budget friendly (if you already have the equipment, that is). New to snowshoeing […]

Vintage Christmas Events in Portsmouth

Photo by David J. Murray/Clear Eye Photo One town in New Hampshire really pulls out all the stops for Christmas with a month of events ranging from musical performances to ice skating. Vintage Christmas once again showcases the magical Candlelight Stroll, now in its 44th year, at Strawbery Banke Museum and live small gathering holiday […]

NH Jingle Bells Winery Tour

Starting in November, there’s no shortage of ways to find holiday cheer — from pops concerts and plays to tree lightings and parades, you’ve got options when it comes to getting festive. But this year we’re recommending something unique — an event that blends festive music and décor with one of our favorite things — […]

The Best Events Happening in November

The NH Jingle Bells Winery Tour is back for another year of fun starting November 18. Comedian Bob Marley, Concord, November 3-4 Bob loves being a comedian. He’s wicked good at it! He lives in Maine, which is the best state in the world and maybe even the universe. He’s featured regularly on Sirius XM […]

NH Halloween Trick-or-Treat Times

The following list is in alphabetical order by town for trick-or-treating and trunk or treat events in local New Hampshire towns for 2023. This list was last updated on October 10, 2023; additional information will be added as it becomes available. You can always help us out and e-mail us your town’s information or event. […]

“Dinner Time” to Premiere at Monadnock International Film Festival

You’re invited. Come on in. It’s a small dinner party, just the right size. It smells good in here. You can’t place the aroma, but you’re certain it’s Italian. The host hands you a glass of Prosecco. Everyone is chatting. You know a few people, others are strangers. Candles are lit. A fire is crackling. […]

The Best Events Happening in October

The Portsmouth Halloween Parade is back for another night of spooky fun on October 31. Photo by Kendal J. Bush Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk, Locations vary, Throughout October Though pumpkins and foliage may get the lion’s share of attention in New Hampshire this time of year, the fruits of fall aren’t the only […]

Powder Keg Celebrates 11 Years of Local Beers

Exeter’s annual Powder Keg Beer & Chili Festival is back for its 11th year, complete with cold beer, delicious food and great company. Also returning are children’s activities including a kid’s zone, and chili samples from several vendors. A little over a decade ago, the Town of Exeter Parks and Recreation and Exeter Area Chamber […]

The Best Events Happening in September

Don’t miss the New Hampshire Highland Games & Festival, happening in Lincoln on September 15-17, 2023 Hopkinton State Fair, Contoocook, Aug. 31 to September 4 New Hampshire has no shortage of storied fairs, and kicking off the season of fall agricultural fun is the over 100 year old Hopkinton State Fair. From demolition derbies and […]