Looking for something to do outside of Southern New Hampshire? Check out the following upcoming events!
MANCHESTER: Manchester Pride Parade and Festival
Saturday, June 15
The fun continues at the 2024 Pride Festival from 12-6 at Veterans Memorial Park, 723 Elm Street
11:15 a.m. parade starts from Elm Street, beginning at Brady Sullivan Tower
Info: www.manchestertrue.org
CONCORD: 50th Annual Market Days Festival
June 20-22
Highlights include merchants and vendors, live music, local food, beer and wine, and activities for kids and families!
Info: www.marketdaysfestival.com
HAMPTON BEACH: 24th Annual Master Sand Sculpting Classic
June 20-22
Come see what can be done with 200 tons of imported sand!
Held on Hampton Beach
Info/schedule: www.hamptonbeach.org/events/sand-sculpture-event
RYE BEACH: Summer Soiree
Thursday, June 20
Key Collective welcomes you to this special night of mingling while enjoying hors d’oeuvres, auction, and music provided by Truffle Acoustic Trio.
6-8:30 p.m., Abenaqui Country Club, 731 Central Road
Cost: $50 per person
Info/tickets: www.keycollective.org
MANCHESTER: ‘Sleuth’
June 21-23
The ultimate game of cat and mouse is played out in a cozy English country house owned by celebrated mystery writer, Andrew Wyke. Invited guest Milo Tindle, a young rival who shares Wyke’s love for games, declares his intention to run off with Wyke’s wife. The two men devise an elaborate revenge/power game; through their style and cunning, the stakes continue to rise, leading to the play’s inexorable, heart-stopping finish.
June 21 at 7 p.m., June 22 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. and June 23 at 2 p.m.
At Majestic Theatre Studios, 880 Page Street
Cost: $20 for adults, $15 for seniors and youth 17 and under
Info/tickets: 603-669-7469 / www.majestictheatre.net
CONCORD: Juneteenth Celebration
Saturday, June 22
This event commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States and celebrates the rich history, culture, and achievements of Black communities. Highlights include educational exhibits, live music and performances, vendor market, community art project, and children’s activities.
12-6 p.m., Kimball Jenkins Estate, 266 N Main Street
Info: https://shorturl.at/bIJC0
LACONIA: Crotched Mountain Foundation’s Annual Volleyball Classic
Saturday, June 22
The entire club is open to all participants and spectators! All proceeds will go to Logan’s Giving Fund for Autism.
8 a.m. — 8 p.m., Akwa Marina Yacht Club, 95 Centenary Ave.
Info/register: www.volleyballclassic.com
CANTERBURY: Stone Wall Workshop
Saturday, June 29 and Sunday, June 30
A 2-day experience in which participants help restore sections of deteriorating stone walls. Canterbury Shaker Village features 26 original Shaker buildings, 4 reconstructed Shaker buildings, a collection of over 100,000 artifacts, and 694 acres of idyllic natural landscapes.
9 a.m. — 4 p.m., Canterbury Shaker Village,
Cost: $250 per person includes materials and lunch
Must register: www.shakers.org
PORTSMOUTH: Summer in the Street
Saturdays, June 29, July 6-27
BYOC (bring your own chair) and enjoy the music, bring a nosh and a beverage (no alcohol, please) and note, all performances take place weather permitting.
5:30-8:30 p.m., Pleasant Street between Porter Street andMarket Square
Info: www.proportsmouth.org
SOUTH BERWICK, ME: Strawberry Festival
Saturday, June 29
Don’t miss this annual event filled with entertainment, food, craft artisans and strawberry shortcakes!
9 a.m. — 4 p.m., Central School, 197 Main St., South Berwick, Maine
There are 6 parking locations that will be serviced by trolleys.
Info: www.southberwickstrawberryfestival.org
Questions? Email: sbsf.info1@gmail.com
HILLSBOROUGH: Hillsboro Summer Festival
July 11-14
Thursday, 6-10 p.m.; Friday, 5-11 p.m.; Saturday, 12-11 p.m.; Sunday, 12-5 p.m.
A 4-day event with a parade, carnival rides, 5k road race, food, live entertainment, women’s skillet toss, beer tent, fireworks, and more.
Held at 29 Preston Street
Info: www.hillsborosummerfest.com
NEWBURYPORT, MA: Indigenous Art Bazaar
July 20 and 21
A cultural festival that provides Indigenous artists and artisans, cooperatives, and their representatives from around the world the chance to sell their work directly to the public. Features traditional and contemporary crafts, artwork, clothing, jewelry, home goods, and accessories from dozens of countries.
10 a.m. — 8 p.m., Market Square and Inn Street
Cost: Free admission
Info: www.bazaar.culturalsurvival.org
PITTSFIELD: Hot Air Balloon Rally
Aug. 2-4
Watch the departure and arrival of the hot air balloons. Other activities include helicopter rides, sunrise/balloon rise yoga, carnival rides, a river raft regatta, pancake breakfast, fireworks, and more!
Held at Drake Field, Barnstead Road
Info: www.nhballoonrally.org
ORFORD: 47th Annual Flea Market
Aug. 3-4
200+ vendors with a delightful mix of wares: antiques, handcrafted items, and the usual treasures. The OVFD Inc. will be selling hamburgers, hotdogs, French fries and refreshments. The church will be selling breakfast sandwiches and at noon, pie and ice cream.
Info: 603-353-4855 / email: ovfdinc@gmail.com
DOVER: Revel in the Meadow 2024
Saturday, Aug. 10
A daylong, family-friendly arts and music festival featuring music by Pink Talking Fish (mashup of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads and Phish), the Seacoast Last Waltz Band (The Band tribute), North Village (original jammy folk rock), Harsh Armadillo (original funk), Not Fade Away Band (Dead tribute), and Rose Alley (celebration of the music of Jerry Garcia).
12-10 p.m., Dover Elks Event Grounds, 282 Durham Road
Cost: $42 in advance, $50 on the day of the show; free for all students 18 and under (must be accompanied by an adult
Info/tickets: https://shorturl.at/kdOwO
RYE: Evening By The Sea Gala
Sunday, Aug. 25
Enjoy music with DJ Lori D, delightful appetizers, desserts, gourmet coffees from Espresso Dave, and caricatures by artist Erica. Complimentary champagne, their famous Raffle Boxes, a silent auction, and more!
5-9 p.m., Wentworth by the Sea Country Club, 60 Wentworth Road
Tickets/info: www.mybreastcancersupport.org
Questions? 603-759-5640
HAMPTON BEACH: Seafood Festival
Sept. 6-8
Over 50 local food vendors, shopping, live entertainment, and more!
12-9 p.m., Ocean Blvd (Route 1A)
Cost: $10 per person; children under 12 are free / admission does not cover the cost of food
Info: 603-926-8718 / www.seafoodfestivalnh.com
MANCHESTER: Glendi
Sept. 13-15
Features Greek cuisine and pastries, jewelry booth, coffee shop serving Greek demitasse, an Aegean Market featuring food and clothing, a Taverna featuring Greek beer and wine, raffles (mini, multi and century), and so much more!
Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. — 10 p.m., Sunday, 11 a.m. — 3 p.m.
at Saint George’s Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 650 Hanover Street
Cost: Admission is free
Info: 603-622-9113 / www.stgeorgenh.org
LINCOLN: Highland Games & Festival
Sept. 20-22
Come Get Your Scot On! A weekend of Scottish culture, music, dance, pageants, heavy athletics, hands-on activities, spirited competitions, and much more!
Loon Mountain, 60 Loon Mountain Road
Tickets: www.nhscot.org
Questions? 603-229-1975
MERRIMACK: Wags to Whiskers Festival
Saturday, Sept. 21
Proceeds benefit the Humane Society for Greater Nashua.
11 a.m., Anheuser Busch, 221 Daniel Webster Highway
Info: 603-889-2275 / www.hsfn.org
PORTSMOUTH: Celebrate Pink 5K & Walk
Sunday, Sept. 22
Step into a world adorned with love and positivity, where every footstep embodies hope and determination. Together, we honor the amazing spirit of those who have faced the battle against breast cancer with unwavering courage.
7 a.m. — 12 p.m., Portsmouth Middle School
Info: www.mybreastcancersupport.org
Questions? 603-759-5640
MILFORD: Milford Pumpkin Festival
Oct. 11-13
Enjoy the pumpkin carvings and lighting display, live music, a haunted trail, beer, games, food, raffles, rubber duck race, bounce houses, games, and so much more!
Free parking is available at the Milford High School, 100 West Street, and at the adjacent Milford Middle School, 33 Osgood Road. Free Shuttle Buses will be running throughout the festival.
Info: www.milfordpumpkinfestival.org