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Events Calendar - 2025

Find a multitude of fun events and great things to do, including weekend events, throughout the year, like music, festivals, comedy, outdoor fun, boat cruises, excursions for families and kids, food, wine and beer tastings.

Check out the listings of year-round Fairs & Festivals throughout New England. Also be sure to read our list of Great Things To Do in New England. Whether you're curious about what to this weekend, this month, or this season, we have you covered.

For events specifically related to the anniversary of the American Revolution, please visit out MA250 Events Calendar.

Find the dates you plan to travel or simply search the full events list below.

All Ages Arts & Crafts Shows Fairs & Festivals Farms & Orchards Food Trucks Food, Wine, Beer Science & Nature Shows & Exhibits
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All Ages

The 9th Annual Fairy and Hobbit House Festival

Jul 18, 2025 - Jul 20, 2025 19 High Road Lee, NH 03861

​​Calling all fairies and hobbits! ​Bring your friends and family to Bedrock Gardens over a long holiday weekend for some outdoor fun with a touch of magic. A three-day festival to celebrate creativity, imagination, nature, play, and lore in our enchanted woodlands. Fairy wings, elf ears, flowing beards, and glittering gowns are all strongly encouraged. Perfect for families!
10:00AM
$45 for Parking and Entrance, $15 by Foot
603-659-2993

Arts & Crafts Shows

Community Arts Festival

Jun 21, 2025 - Jun 21, 2025 586 Ossipee Park Road Moultonborough, NH 03254

Join us in the fields of Castle in the Clouds for our annual Community Arts Festival! The festival features dozens of crafters, artists, and community organizations. Art demonstrations, a scavenger hunt, art activities for kids and more will be happening throughout the day. This event is presented in partnership with the Lakes Center for the Arts.
10:00 AM
Free
603-476-5410

Fairs & Festivals

51st Annual Market Days Festival 2025

Jun 26, 2025 - Jun 28, 2025 Main Street Concord, NH 03301

Welcome to the 51st Annual Market Days Festival 2025! Come join us in Downtown Concord for a weekend filled with fun, food, and festivities. Get ready for live music, delicious food vendors, unique shopping opportunities, and so much more! Whether you're a local looking for a good time or a visitor exploring the area, this event has something for everyone. Don't miss out on this exciting celebration of community and culture! Free Admission for everyone. Mark your calendars and gather your friends and family for a memorable experience at the 51st Annual Market Days Festival 2025. See you there!
10 AM - 10PM
Free
603-226-2150

Hebron Fair NH 2025

Jul 26, 2025 - Jul 26, 2025 16 Church Lane Hebron, NH 03241

On the Picturesque Hebron Common at the North End of Newfound Lake - Rain or Shine - Since 1952 - Free Admission - Featuring: Craftspeople, Artisans, Food Purveyors, “Vintage Shoppe,” Rummage, Children's Games, Dunking Booth, Home Baked Goods, Plants, Books, T-shirts, Vendor & Business Raffle, and Nonprofits. Proceeds benefit Union Congregational Church of Hebron.
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Free Admission
603-481-0601

Farms & Orchards

Pick Your Own Organic Strawberries

Jun 14, 2025 - Jun 28, 2025 250 West Road Canterbury, NH 03224

Make a day of it — after picking, feel free to explore the farm. Say hello to the cows, visit the animals, and swing by our farm store for fresh goodies. You’re also welcome to bring a picnic and enjoy the view — we’ve got a peaceful spot just for that.
10am-5pm
free-$10
603 742 4084

Scouting for Bigfoot at Charmingfare Farm

Jun 21, 2025 - Jun 22, 2025 774 High Street Candia, NH 03034

Gather your family and friends for a one-of-a-kind outdoor adventure! Join us for "Scouting for Bigfoot" at Charmingfare Farm, an immersive experience designed for curious minds and brave explorers. Your evening will begin with a hayride deep into the woods, where our guides will share sightings, evidence, and stories about the elusive Bigfoot. Along the trail, you’ll disembark to investigate mysterious signs and participate in a group expedition to search for Bigfoot activity. After your hunt, relax by the campfire with complimentary s'mores while enjoying more tales and theories about Bigfoot’s existence.
10:00AM
$23
603-483-5623

Food Trucks

1st Annual Budweiser Brewery Food Truck Festival!

Oct 18, 2025 - Oct 18, 2025 221 Daniel Webster Hwy Merrimack, NH 03054

Get Ready for the 1st Annual Budweiser Brewery Food Truck Festival! Join us on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 12:00 PM-6PM, at the Budweiser Brewery Experience in Merrimack, NH, for an unforgettable day filled with delicious food, refreshing drinks, and great vibes! Foodies Rejoice: Enjoy mouth-watering dishes from the best food trucks, featuring cuisines from around the globe! Artisan Shopping: Discover unique treasures and handcrafted goods. Cold Brews Await: Sip on refreshing Anheuser-Busch beverages to complete your experience. This event is the perfect outing to bring your friends and family together for an incredible day of great food and good times. Don’t forget to come hungry! Don't wait – snag your half-off General Admission Tickets now! Advance tickets are just $5 with prices increasing to $10 at the gate. Remember, festivals are rain or shine – so come prepared for a fantastic time, no matter the weather!
12 - 6 PM
$5-$20
781-956-3832

Food, Wine, Beer

NH Beer Trail Basecamp Festival

Jun 28, 2025 - Jun 28, 2025 Tuckerman Brewing Co. - 66 Hobbs Street Conway, NH 03818

Get ready for a NEW adventure! Formerly the Keep NH Brewing Festival you know and LOVE, we're hitting the road in celebration of our 10th anniversary and launching the all-new NH Beer Trail Basecamp Festival. In honor of 10 amazing years, the NH Brewers Association is refreshing our annual festival with a new look and vibe — and you’re invited! Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the White Mountains, Basecamp Festival is your official launchpad for your taste buds to explore the NH Beer Trail. What’s On Tap:
  • Nearly 40 NH Craft Breweries
  • 100+ NH Craft Beers
  • Live Music by Lazy River Riders
  • Local Food Trucks, Vendors & Artisans
  • Sunshine, Good Vibes & Unforgettable Memories
There’s just something about beer that tastes better outside — and we’re here for it. Come celebrate the people, passion, and sense of community that make NH craft brewing so special.
Noon - 4PM
$65 VIP | $50 General | $20 Designated Driver
334-603-2337

Science & Nature

Discover Squam Cruises

May 17, 2025 - Oct 18, 2025 23 Science Center Road Holderness, NH 03245

Cruise on this pristine lake where nature reigns, this unforgettable guided tour has something new to delight everyone. Learn about the natural history of Squam Lake, look for majestic Bald Eagles, and listen for the haunting call of Common Loons. Hear about the people who have lived on its rocky shores surrounded by scenic mountains for over 5,000 years.
Daily 1:00PM-2:30PM
$28-$32
603-968-7194

Raptor Migration Celebration

Sep 20, 2025 - Sep 20, 2025 23 Science Center Road Holderness, NH 03245

Fall is a season of transition and many animals are on the move to wintering grounds. Join us for migratory raptors presentations at Up Close to Animals in the amphitheater. Learn about where our raptor species go each winter, how long it takes them to get there, and why they return. Do not miss special Raptor Encounters by the Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) throughout the day, featuring a flight demonstration with their raptor ambassadors.
10 am - 4 pm
Included with trail admission.
603-968-7194

Shows & Exhibits

Summer Solstice Sale: Rare and Unusual Plants!

Jun 21, 2025 - Jun 21, 2025 19 High Road Lee, NH 03861

Plant lovers will be wowed by the array of rare and unusual plants at this special event, and will head home with high-quality, hard-to-find plants grown by specialty nurseries from across New England.
10:00AM
15 Adults, Free Children Under 12
603-659-2993