Looking for something to do outside the immediate area? Check out the following upcoming events.
CLAREMONT: The Wall That Heals
June 26 to June 29
This powerful, three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial honors the more that 58,000 men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice. The Wall That Heals offers a chance to reflect, remember, and heal. Free and open to the public.
24/7, Monadnock Park, 190 Broad Street
Info: www.thewallthathealsclaremontnh.org
CONCORD: 51st Annual Market Days Festival
Thursday, June 26 through Saturday, June 28
A 3-day street festival featuring live entertainment, delicious food, and fantastic shopping each day. A fun event for the whole family.
10 a.m. — 10 p.m., Main Street
Info: www.marketdaysfestival.com
MANCHESTER: Tribute to Queen: Somebody to Love
Friday, June 27 & Saturday, June 28
Tribute to Queen: Somebody to Love celebrates Freddie Mercury who is regarded as one of the greatest singers in the history of Rock music.
7:30 p.m., Palace Theatre, 80 Hanover Street
Cost: $39/$44
Info/tickets: 603-668-5588 / www.palacetheatre.org
PORTSMOUTH: Exeter Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament
Friday, June 27
The cost includes 18 holes of golf, cart, prizes, breakfast and lunch.
8 a.m. registration, 9 a.m. shotgun start, Pease Golf Course, 201 Grafton Road
Cost: $165 per golfer, $660 per foursome; $25 lunch only option
Info/tickets: www.exeterarea.org
Questions? 603-772-2411
RYE: Sunset Lighthouse Cruises
June 27
The cruises will pass close to Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse, Whaleback Lighthouse, and White Island Lighthouse in the Isles of Shoals. There will be narration and raffles on board with great prizes.
7 p.m., aboard the M/V Granite State, departing from Rye Harbor on Rte. 1A
Cost: $40 per person
Info/tickets: https://shorturl.at/AxE8g
CAMDEN, ME: Seven Lighthouse Cruise
June 28 & July 12
Join for a special 8-hour cruise aboard the Camden Harbor Cruises’ vessel, Periwinkle to see 7 lighthouses in southern Penobscot Bay, including Matinicus Rock.
8 a.m. — 4 p.m., leaves from 15 Public Landing
Cost: $225 per person
Info/tickets: www.lighthousefoundation.org
Questions? 207-236-6672
CONWAY: NH Beer Trail Basecamp Festival
Saturday, June 28
NH Brewer’s Association’s 10th Anniversary event with 40 breweries pouring 100+ different craft beers, live music, food trucks, local vendors and artisans. 12-4 p.m., Tuckerman Brewing, 66 Hobbs Street
Info/tickets: www.nhbrewers.org
KEENE: JamFest 2025
Saturday, June 28
Featuring the All Night Boogie Band, Wolfman Jack, Diamond Blues, Princess Kikou, Mr. Bill, Hallway, and Trebuchet.
12-9 p.m., Granite Gorge Mountain Park, 341 Route 9
Cost: $25 for adults; free for children age 5 and under
Info/tickets: www.terrapinsky.com
HOLDERNESS: Guided Garden Tours
Wednesdays, July 2, 16, 30, August 13, 27
Bring your questions and curiosity—every tour includes an open Q&A session to help visitors of all experience levels deepen their knowledge and appreciation of gardening.
10:30-11:30 a.m., Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, Kirkwood Gardens, Route 113
Cost: $12 for members, $15 for non-members
Info: 603-968-7194 / www.nhnature.org
MEREDITH: ‘She Loves Me’
July 2 to July 13
Times vary, Interlakes Theatre, 1 Laker Lane
Cost: $45 for adults, $40 for seniors (65+), $30 for kids (K-12)
Info/tickets: 603-707-6035 / www.interlakestheatre.com
WOLFEBORO: Car Show
Saturday, July 5
Proceeds from the show benefit Wolfeboro Lions Club Charities.
11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Nick Recreation Park, 10 Trotting Track Road
Info: https://shorturl.at/kxTfW
Questions? 603-651-6598
MANCHESTER: ‘A Winnie-the-Pooh Birthday Tail’
July 8 to July 11
@ Palace Theatre, 80 Hanover Street
Cost: $10 per person
Info/tickets: 603-668-5588 / www.palacetheatre.org
AUBURN: How to Can and Preserve Surplus Produce
Wednesday, July 9
The workshop will discuss proper and safe ways to preserve food at home through freezing, drying, lacto-fermentation, refrigerator pickling, water-bath canning, pressure canning, and more.
6-7:30 p.m., NH Audubon’s Massabesic Center, 26 Audubon Way
Cost: $10 for NH Audubon members, $15 for non-members
Info/register. By July 6: https://shorturl.at/VtimW
PORTSMOUTH: The Price is Right Live — On Stage
Wednesday, July 9
This family friendly show is making its way to you, along with all your favorite games, fabulous prizes, and all the excitement you know and love.
8 p.m., The Historic Theatre, 28 Chestnut Street
Cost: tickets start at $41.50
Info/tickets: www.themusichall.org
HILLSBORO: Hillsboro Summerfest
July 10 to July 13
Featuring live entertainment, midway, fireworks (Saturday), parade (Sunday), and much more. Free admission.
@ 29 Preston Street
Info: www.hillsborosummerfest.com
MOULTONBOROUGH: Boat Building Class
9 days: Saturday, July 12 to Sunday, July 20
Designed for beginners and hobbyists (ages 12+), this hands-on course allows participants to build a boat from a high-quality kit using premium materials.
8:30 a.m. — 3:30 p.m., New Hampshire Boat Museum, 130 Whittier Hwy.
Info/register: nhbm.org/boat-building
Questions? 603-569-4554
ROCHESTER: Car Show
Saturday, July 12
Bring your classic cars and trucks, hot rods, rat rods, custom, and modern muscle for a chance at one of 35+ custom awards being made for the event.
10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Skyhaven Airport, Pease Development Authority, 238 Rochester Hill Road
Cost: $5 per person general admission / $20 registration for show cars (includes driver and passenger entry)
Info: www.flight4cf.com
WOLFEBORO: New England Vintage Boat Auction
Saturday, July 12
Auction items range from canoes and sunfishes to highly sought-after antique wooden boats. Other items include lake memorabilia, paintings, rare books, magazines, and even unique parts of boats.10 a.m. — 3 p.m., New Hampshire Boat Museum, 399 Center Street
Those interested in donating or consigning boats can email auction@nhbm.org before June 30 or until the auction reaches capacity.
Info: www.nhbm.org
MANCHESTER: ‘Peter Pan Jr.’
July 15 to July 18
@ Palace Theatre, 80 Hanover Street
Cost: $10 per person
Info/tickets: 603-668-5588 / www.palacetheatre.org
MEREDITH: ‘Tootsie’
July 16 to July 27
Times vary, Interlakes Theatre, 1 Laker Lane
Cost: $45 for adults, $40 for seniors (65+), $30 for kids (K-12)
Info/tickets: 603-707-6035 / www.interlakestheatre.com
DERRY: Benefit Concert & Silent Auction
Friday, July 18
Center for Life Management’s 17th annual fundraising event features exciting silent auction items and the ultimate Bon Jovi tribute band, Slippery When Wet.
5 p.m., Tupelo Music Hall, 10 A Street
Cost: $50/$55/$60/$70
Info/tickets: 603-437-5100 /www.tupelomusichall.com
MANCHESTER: Silver Springs: Fleetwood Mac Tribute
Saturday, July 19
This unique quintet covers over four decades of the Best Fleetwood Mac songs ever recorded. Staying true to the sound, vibe, and look of Fleetwood Mac, a theatrical performance enhanced with state-of-the-art sound and lighting, paired with high-quality video scenes rolling in the background, is truly second to none.
7:30 p.m., Palace Theatre, 80 Hanover St.
Cost: $39 per person
Info/tickets: 603-668-5588 / www.palacetheatre.org
MANCHESTER: ’Annie Jr.’
July 22 to July 25
@ Palace Theatre, 80 Hanover Street
Cost: $10 per person
Info/tickets: 603-668-5588 / www.palacetheatre.org
MANCHESTER: ‘Madagascar: A Musical Adventure Jr.’
July 29 to Aug. 1
@ Palace Theatre, 80 Hanover Street
Cost: $10 per person
Info/tickets: 603-668-5588 / www.palacetheatre.org
MEREDITH: ‘My Fair Lady’
July 30 to Aug. 10
Times vary, Interlakes Theatre, 1 Laker Lane
Cost: $45 for adults, $40 for seniors (65+), $30 for kids (K-12)
Info/tickets: 603-707-6035 / www.interlakestheatre.com
MANCHESTER: The Rush Experience: A True Rush Tribute Show
Friday, Aug. 1
The Rush Experience will focus on Rush’s entire 40 year career; covering their hey-day 70s and 80s material through the 90s and ending at bands retirement from touring in 2015.
7:30 p.m., Palace Theatre, 80 Hanover St.
Cost: $43 per person
Info/tickets: 603-668-5588 / www.palacetheatre.org
LACONIA: Mary Chapin Carpenter & Brandy Clark
Saturday, Aug. 2
Mary Chapin Carpenter has sold over 16 million records over the course of her renowned career. Brandy Clark is one of her generation’s most esteemed songwriters and musicians.
7 p.m., Colonial Theatre, 609 Main Street
Cost: $66-$143
Info/tickets: www.coloniallaconia.com
MANCHESTER: ‘The Berenstain Bears on Stage’
Aug. 5 to Aug. 8
@ Palace Theatre, 80 Hanover Street
Cost: $10 per person
Info/tickets: 603-668-5588 / www.palacetheatre.org
MANCHESTER: ‘Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka Jr.’
Aug. 12 to Aug. 15
@ Palace Theatre, 80 Hanover Street
Cost: $10 per person
Info/tickets: 603-668-5588 / www.palacetheatre.org
MEREDITH: ‘Menopause The Musical’
Aug. 13 to Aug. 17
Times vary, Interlakes Theatre, 1 Laker Lane
Cost: $45 for adults, $40 for seniors (65+), $30 for kids (K-12)
Info/tickets: 603-707-6035 / www.interlakestheatre.com
MANCHESTER: ‘Shrek The Musical Jr.’
Aug. 19 to Aug. 22
@ Palace Theatre, 80 Hanover Street
Cost: $10 per person
Info/tickets: 603-668-5588 / www.palacetheatre.org
NASHUA: Twin Peaks: A Conversation with the Stars
Friday, Aug. 22
7:30 p.m., Nashua Center for the Arts, 201 Main Street
Cost: $44.25/$55/$66/$88/$110
Info/tickets: https://shorturl.at/c9Xqv
MANCHESTER: New Hampshire Irish Festival
Saturday, Aug. 23
Enjoy Irish music by local and international artists. The line up includes Eileen Ivers, Ronan Tynan, Scraming Orphans, Mick McAuley, and The Spain Brothers.
5 p.m., Palace Theatre, 80 Hanover Street
Cost: $43/$53/$83
Info/tickets: 603-668-5588 / www.palacetheatre.org
MANCHESTER: BJ Hickman Magic Show
Aug. 26 to Aug. 28
@ Palace Theatre, 80 Hanover Street
Cost: $10 per person
Info/tickets: 603-668-5588 / www.palacetheatre.org
PORTSMOUTH: Lettuce
Sunday, Aug. 31
Lettuce is a genre-busting funk with soul, jazz, rock and psychedelia.
8 p.m., The Music Hall, 28 Chestnut Street
Cost: $41/$51/$61/$71
Info/tickets: www.themusichall.org
HAMPTON BEACH: 36th Annual Seafood Festival
Sept. 5 to Sept. 7
Featuring food vendors, crafters, music and more.
Friday at 12 p.m. through 6 p.m. Sunday, 180 Ocean Blvd.
Info/tickets: https://shorturl.at/th4aH
PORTSMOUTH: Seacoast Litfest
Sept. 7 to Sept. 10
Join for an inspiring multi-day celebration that brings together bestselling authors with curious readers of all ages. Featured keynote authors and speakers include Jenny Slate and Dan Brown.
@ The Music Hall, 28 Chestnut Street
Cost: varies by event; VIP passes available
Info/tickets: www.themusichall.org
LACONIA: Dirty Deeds: The AC/DC Experience
Saturday, Sept. 13
Unlike most tribute acts, Dirty Deeds uniquely creates an immersive, authentic, and interactive AC/DC experience, transporting fans back to the glory days of classic Rock N Roll all while paying tribute to the unique history that is AC/DC.
8 p.m., Colonial Theatre, 609 Main Street
Cost: $44.25-$66
Info/tickets: www.coloniallaconia.com
MAINE: Open Lighthouse Day
Saturday, Sept. 13
Join for the rare opportunity to climb and learn about more than a dozen historic Maine lights.
9 a.m. — 3 p.m.
Participating sites: www.lighthousefoundation.org
Questions? 207-236-6672
NEW BOSTON: Live Free Fest 2025
Saturday, Sept. 13
Featuring 11 bands from alternative to hip hop, country to metal, a pie eating contest, dodgeball, tug of war, cornhole, food trucks, and more.
1-10 p.m., Hillsborough County Youth Center, 17 Hilldale Lane
Cost: $15 per person
Info/tickets: https://shorturl.at/0s1Jk
PORTLAND, ME: PoutineFest
Saturday, Sept. 13
11:30 a.m. – 4 p.m., Thompson’s Point, 501 Danforth Street
Cost: $74.99 premier admission, $54.99 general admission, $14.99 ages 6-12
Info/tickets: https://shorturl.at/69iQD
LACONIA: Celtic Thunder: Greatest Songs
Thursday, Sept. 18
Featuring a carefully curated setlist of their greatest hits, this show will showcase the powerful harmonies, soaring ballads, and electrifying performances that have made Celtic Thunder a household name.
7:30 p.m., Colonial Theatre, 609 Main Street
Cost: $66-$143
Info/tickets: www.coloniallaconia.com
LINCOLN: 50th Annual NH Highland Games & Festival
Sept. 19 to Sept. 21
Get ready for a weekend of live music, heavy athletics, demos, seminars, pageantry, food, drink, special birthday surprises, and more.
8 a.m. — 5 p.m., Loon Mountain Resort, 60 Loon Mountain Road
Info/tickets: www.nhscot.org
MANCHESTER: A Taste of Ireland
Saturday, Sept. 20
Watch world-class performers blend melodic folk mash-ups, live jaw-dropping a capella tap battles and heartwarming story telling.
7:30 p.m., Dana Center, Saint Anselm College, 100 Saint Anselm Drive
Cost: $45/$55/$65
Info/tickets: https://shorturl.at/XnUbj
CONCORD: NH Book Festival
Oct. 2-3
Featuring a full day of author conversations, panels, readings, and book signings, free and open to all, and a street festival on South Main Street, with exhibitors, vendors, and food trucks. The festival will welcome more than 50 authors from all over the country, with books for both adults and kids. Author Walter Mosley will be the keynote speaker.
Held at downtown locations
Info: www.nhbookfestival.org
PORTSMOUTH: Whose Live Anyway?
Thursday, Oct. 2
The current cast members of the Emmy-nominated TV show Whose Line Is It Anyway? Featuring 90-minutes of hilarious improvised comedy and song all based on audience suggestions.
7:30 p.m., The Music Hall, 28 Chestnut Street
Cost: $51/$61/$71/$81; $131
Info/tickets: 603-436-2400 / www.themusichall.org
CONCORD: New Hampshire Book Festival
Oct. 3 and Oct. 4
Features live presentations, panels, and book signings by 50+ nationally recognized authors and poets. The New Hampshire Book Festival is a free, all-day festival on Saturday, October 3, supported by ticketed keynote events for schoolchildren (Friday day), adults (Friday evening) and families (Saturday evening).
@ Capitol Center for the Arts & NHBF Festival Village on South Main Street
Info/tickets: www.nhbookfestival.org
LACONIA: iLuminate
Friday, Oct. 3
This mind-blowing, multi-sensory experience is completely unique and incomparable to any other stage spectacular as the dancers perform dynamic routines and illusions on a darkened stage.
7:30 p.m., Colonial Theatre, 609 Main Street
Cost: $44.25/$55/$66/$77
Info/tickets: https://shorturl.at/T913p
LACONIA: Tusk: Fleetwood Mac Tribute
Saturday, Oct. 4
Tusk is the #1 tribute to Fleetwood Mac in the world. The 5 seasoned, well-respected musicians comprising Tusk have been making music together in various combinations and styles, in original outfits and in cover bands, for over 25 years. Tusk leaves no stone unturned in replicating the sounds of one of the world’s best-loved, top-selling bands.
8 p.m., The Colonial Theatre of Laconia, 609 Main Street
Cost: $44.25-$66
Info/tickets: 800-657-8774 / www.coloniallaconia.com
LACONIA: Grand Kyiv Ballet presents ‘Swan Lake’
Tuesday, Oct. 21
The Grand Kyiv Ballet is a company which deals with the organization of touring activities of the Ukrainian ballet dancers, created by the premiere of the ballet of the National Opera of Ukraine Oleksandr Stoianov.
7 p.m., Colonial Theatre, 609 Main Street
Cost: $46.75-$79.50
Info/tickets: www.coloniallaconia.com
LACONIA: ‘A Christmas Carol: The Musical Ghost Story’
Thursday, Dec. 11 to Sun., Dec. 14
This original adaptation by NH native Joel Mercier features a bright score, some twists and turns in the plot, stunning costumes, special effects, and some frightful ghosts, all while staying true to Dickens’ original novella.
Thursday and Friday at 7:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m., Colonial Theatre, 609 Main Street
Cost: $25.50 for adults, $23.50 for seniors, $21 for students
Info/tickets: www.coloniallaconia.com