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Events in Central New Hampshire

Things to Do in Central New Hampshire

Are you looking for fun events and things to do in Central New Hampshire? This page is an easy resource for you. The Lakes and Mountains region of NH is well known for enjoying the outdoors of our beautiful landscape, and there are plenty of fun things to do inside as well. Check back often to stay up to date on events in Central New Hampshire, including Meredith, Holderness, Plymouth, Waterville Valley and Lincoln.

If you are interested in theater/concerts, wine/spirits and breweries or diy art/paint studios, click on the links below to see what’s happening. Their calendars are full of fun things to do year round, both on sunny and rainy days.

See below for a calendar of special events taking place in Central New Hampshire.

Art & Paint Studios

Art Escape
Laconia, NH
A ceramic and canvas painting studio where you can schedule or walk-in and paint, use a pottery wheel or try the splatter room.
Artistic Roots
Plymouth, NH

An artisan’s coop offering classes including Zen Doodle Letters, Glass Mosaics, Landscape Drawing and Pastel Painting.

Kil'n Time Art Studio
Plymouth, NH

Paint it yourself ceramics.

League of NH Craftsmen
Meredith, NH

Classes are taught by League of NH Craftsmen juried artists and held at the Meredith Fine Craft Gallery studio, unless otherwise noted.

Wine, Spirits & Breweries

Seven Birches Winery
Lincoln, NH

Offering wine tastings, cider and Meet the Winemakers’ Winery Tour.

Hermit Woods Winery & Deli
Meredith, NH

Offers a Loft Wine. Tasting Experience and live music.

Tamworth Distilling & Lyceum
Tamworth, NH

The distillery offers private cocktail classes.

Woodstock Inn Brewery
Lincoln, NH

Offering brew tours and live music.

Twin Barns Brewing
Meredith, NH

Offering live music.

Theater & Concerts

Year Round:
Flying Monkey Movie House and Performance Center
Plymouth, NH
Silver Center for the Arts
Plymouth, NH
Spring/Summer/Fall:
Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion
Gilford, NH
Jean’s Playhouse
Lincoln, NH
Interlakes Theatre
Meredith, NH
Winter:
The Opera House in Laconia, NH

Monthly Event Calendar

March

April

Plymouth Square Dance at The Barn on the Pemi
April 2, 2026 | The Barn on the Pemi is located next to the Italian Farmhouse at 341 Daniel Webster Highway, Plymouth, NH

Plymouth Square Dance Community Event at The Barn on the Pemi

Live music by fiddler Jordan Tirrell-Wysocki and Sue Hunt on piano, with dance caller David Millstone.

Suggested $15 contribution at the door. Complimentary refreshments will be served and a cash bar will be available.

No previous square dance experience necessary, all dances will be taught. Individuals and couples are welcome.

Doors open at 7:15 p.m. Come have some fun!

Please follow the Plymouth Square Dance Facebook page for updates and weather cancellations. Questions? E-mail howe.gen@gmail.com or call 603-481-0789.

 

Boom Box at Woodstock Station Boom Box: the 70’s, 80’s, & 90’s.
April 3, 2026 | Woodstock Brewery 135 Main St, North Woodstock, NH

Great band! Boom Box is a tribute to the party rock dance hits that defined the 70’s, 80’s, & 90’s. Think of your favorite dance songs from bands like AC/DC, Def Leppard, The Killers, Queen, Journey, Lit, Bon Jovi, Billy Idol, Walk the Moon, and Aerosmith. Those, and other songs like them, are the songs that you’ll hear at a Boom Box show. Their musical selection will get you on the dance floor and their seamless transitions will keep you there.

SKIN THE MOON at Waterville Valley Ski Resort
April 3, 2026 | Waterville Valley Ski Resort

SKIN UP VALLEY & OBLIVION | SKI DOWN UNDER THE MOON

Join us for a one-of-a-kind moonlit ski adventure! Begin your evening at 5:00 PM by skinning up Valley Run and Oblivion under the glow of the night sky. Upon reaching the summit, enjoy live music, appetizers, and a cash bar at the Schwendi Hütte. Then, at 8:15 PM, experience the thrill of skiing down under the moonlight.

COST: $75 per person

Hurry! Space is limited – contact leah@thereycenter.org to register!

Build and Sip Charcuterie
April 4, 2026 | Covered Bridge Farm Table 57 Blair Rd, Campton Lower Village, NH

Join us for a detailed charcuterie board building class while sampling local wine from Hermit Woods Winery. We will feature local meats,cheeses, jams and more. Learn how to pickle your own veggies and stuff olives. Keep your board to share with friends and family or just yourself!

LAST RUN LU’AU & POND SKIM
April 4, 2026 | Waterville Valley Ski Resort

The Last Run Lu’au & Pond Skim is back at Waterville Valley on April 4th! Race across the green lagoon – will you survive the skim? Live DJ, food & drinks at the Freestyle Lounge, and good times!

Pond Skim Location: Exhibition on Lower Mountain!
Participants will begin their descent into the pond starting at 3:00pm.

EVENT DETAILS

DATE: Saturday, April 4th

2:00PM – 3:00PM Pond Skim Registration | LOCATION: Freestyle Lounge

3:00PM – 4:00PM Pond Skimming | LOCATION: Exhibition Trail

Easter Egg Trail Hunt at the Holderness Town Forest
April 4, 2026, April 5, 2026 | Holderness Town Forest
Hop into some Easter fun 🐣🌷
Join the Easter Egg Trail Hunt at the Holderness Town Forest on April 4 & 5! Walk the trail, find hidden eggs, solve fun clues, and don’t forget to snap a selfie for a chance to win an Easter basket 🎁
This free event is perfect for all ages but spots are limited, so be sure to reserve your time slot! See you on the trail 🐰✨
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Slushpool Party at Loon Mountain
April 4, 2026 | Loon Mountain Lincoln, NH

Pond-skimming at its finest.

Say goodbye to the winter blues and join in on the excitement.

Head on over to the Governor Adams Lodge area to watch pond skimming. Party starts outside Governor Adams Lodge

All You Can Eat Sunday Brunch at Newfound Lake Inn
April 5, 2026, April 12, 2026, April 26, 2026 | Newfound Lake Inn 1030 Mayhew Turnpike Bridgewater, NH 03222

All you can eat Sunday Brunch is Back!

10:00 am – 1: pm Adults $25.00, Kids 3-12 $13 and Kids under 3 free

Reservations Suggested  603-744-9111

Easter at Waterville Valley
April 5, 2026 | Waterville Valley Ski Resort

Easter Sunrise Service

Enjoy FREE non-denominational Easter Service on the Summit of Mount Tecumseh. Rain-day location is top of Exhibition.

ALL ARE WELCOME!

SCHEDULE

5:15AMTecumseh Express opens to public
5:45AM Lift closes to public
6:00AM Service starts
6:15AM Sunrise begins
6:45AM Guests allowed on select trails (Free ski until 8am) – Non-skiing guests can ride down on Tecumseh

EVENT DETAILS

DATE: Sunday, April 5th

TIME: 5:15am

LOCATION: Summit of Mt Tecumseh via Tecumseh Express

EASTER EGG HUNT

ON THE PASTURE


ABOUT

The Easter Bunny is coming to Waterville Valley Ski Resort! Join us on Sunday, Easter Day, for an Easter Egg Hunt at the ski resort! The Hunt will take place on the Pasture, free for kids 11 & under. (Recommended kids bring their own baskets, bags provided for children who do not have baskets, limited supply)

EVENT DETAILS

DATE: Sunday, April 5th

TIME: 9:00am

LOCATION: The Pasture, Waterville Valley Ski Resort

Easter Brunch Buffet at the Woodstock Inn Brewery
April 5, 2026 | Woodstock Inn Brewery 135 Main Street North Woodstock, NH

If you’re after an Easter brunch buffet in Woodstock, look no further than main street and the Woodstock Inn Brewery. Their buffet will feature many seasonal dishes, including an omelette bar, waffle bar, fruit, sticky buns, eggs benedict, ham, prime rib, lasagna, lots of desserts, and much, much more! Reservations are required and can be made right through our website.

Monday Margs at Slice Pizzeria & Sports Bar
April 6, 2026, April 20, 2026, April 27, 2026 | Slice Pizzeria & Sports Bar 40 Clubhouse Ln Thornton, NH

Start your week with Monday Margs at Slice Pizzeria & Sports Bar. Join us every Monday from 5:00–7:00 PM beginning March 9, 2026 for margarita specials and a fun way to kick off the week.

Enjoy $8 margaritas with a different bartender’s choice flavor each week, so there’s always something new to try.

Stop in with friends, grab a pizza, and unwind with margarita specials every Monday evening.

“Tranquil Place”, a PAINT & SIP EVENT at Kalki in Waterville Valley
April 6, 2026 | Kalki Indian Restaurant 41 Village Rd, Waterville Valley, NH
Experience a fun-filled Paint & Sip Event in beautiful Waterville Valley! Come join Lisa for a 2-hour painting event that’s more than just step by step instruction! Learn techniques and painting basics for each painting and more. Feel free to express yourself! Be creative! Lisa welcomes people of ALL experience
$5 Wing Night at Pemi Burger Barn
April 9, 2026, April 23, 2026, April 30, 2026 | Owl’s Nest Vineyard Course 3 Country Club Rd Ashland

Join us at The Pemi Burger Bar in Ashland, NH at the Owl’s Nest Vineyard Course!

$5 Wing Night, every Thursday!
Fresh, hot, and cheaper than your latte. Every Monday 3-8PM.
Dine-in only.
Cristalino Tequila Dinner at Lakehouse Grille
April 9, 2026 | Lakehouse Grille and The Common Man 281 Daniel Webster Hwy, Meredith, NH

📅 Thursday, April 9
6:00 PM Welcome Cocktail & Grazing Board 6:30 PM Four-Course Dinner
💵 Tickets: $109 per person + tax (8.5%) & gratuity (20%) → $140.25 per ticket at checkout
Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring Chef Shawn Deegan and a curated four-course dinner perfectly paired with Cristalino Tequilas.
Menu & Pairings:
🥗 First Course: Scallop Ceviche
Cara Cara Orange, Agave, Candied Jalapeño, Cilantro, Watermelon Radish, Avocado
Paired with Jose Cuervo Tradicional Cristalino Reposado
🌮 Second Course: Chilequiles
Duck Confit, Blue Corn Tortilla, Citrus Powder, Quail Egg, Radish, Cilantro
Paired with Gran Coramino Reposado Cristalino
🥩 Third Course: Pork Mole Heritage Tenderloin Tostone Cracklin, Charred Street Corn, Citrus
Paired with Gran Centenario Cristalino
🍫 Fourth Course: Crepas
Mexican Chocolate, Cider Braised Apple, Sea Salt
Paired with Espresso Martini featuring 1800 Cristalino Anejo
Limited seating available — reserve your spot now for this exclusive Cristalino experience!
17th Annual Mystery in the Mountains
April 11, 2026 | 159 Main St, North Woodstock, NH, United States, New Hampshire 03262
The curtain rises on the 17th Annual Mystery in the Mountains… and behind the velvet drape, secrets are waiting to be uncovered.
Step into the story as a Detective for a Day at this beloved, family-friendly tradition that brings together returning teams, multi-generational families, and first-time sleuths ready to crack the case. Five suspects. Clues hidden throughout town. One thrilling day to solve the mystery before the arrest is made Saturday night.
🕵️‍♀️ Prizes include overnight stays, gift certificates to local shops and restaurants, and more. And you don’t need to be present to win!
Gather your team, sharpen your instincts, and join us in the mountains for a day of intrigue, laughter, and unforgettable fun.
Fantasy Mapping Squam
April 11, 2026 | Squam Lakes Association 534 US Route 3, Holderness, NH
Have you ever wanted to make your own fantasy map? Challenge your drawing skills and make a Middle Earth themed Squam Lake map! Join us at the SLA Saturday April 11th from 12:00 – 2:30 PM to create your masterpiece. Fantasy maps are relatively easy to draw, and can be as simple or as in depth as you want. LRCC member Kevin Jones will be leading this program (with minimal art skills), so don’t worry about being Michaelangelo! All ages are welcome. We will provide art supplies, but feel free to bring your own as well!
This event is free, registration is required. All children must be accompanied by an adult. You can register for this event by visiting our events calendar, or by using the link provided: https://squamlakes.org/event-registration-2026/
“Springtime Mountain Meadow”, a PAINT & SIP EVENT with Lisa
April 15, 2026 | Valley Pub & Restaurant 29 Village Road, Level 1, Waterville Valley, NH
Valley Pub & Restaurant 29 Village Road, Level 1, Waterville Valley, NH, United States
Experience a fun-filled Paint & Sip Event in beautiful Waterville Valley! Come join Lisa for a 2-hour painting event that’s more than just step by step instruction! Learn techniques and painting basics for each painting and more. Feel free to express yourself! Be creative! Lisa welcomes people of ALL experience.
Community Yard Sale in Meredith
April 18, 2026 | Restoration Acres Farm 91 Corliss Hill Rd, Meredith, NH

We will be doing a yard sale the third Saturday of every month. We will have items for sale as well as open to having up to five other people set up. We just asked that if you want to sell your items that you donate a percent to the farm to help us continue to feed our neighbors

“Cherry Blossom Moon”, a PAINT & SIP EVENT with Lisa
April 20, 2026 | Kalki Indian Restaurant 41 Village Rd, Waterville Valley, NH, United States

Experience a fun-filled Paint & Sip Event in beautiful Waterville Valley! Join Lisa for a 2-hour painting event that’s more than just step by step instruction! Learn techniques and painting basics for each painting and more. Feel free to express yourself! Be creative! Lisa welcomes people of ALL experience levels!

Springfest in the Biergarten!
April 25, 2026 | Twin Barns Brewing Company 194 Daniel Webster Highway, Meredith, NH
Join us for a fun filled day of great brews – 6 from guest breweries and 2 of our own, food (grilled hot dogs and our full menu) and music.
Stay tuned for the guest brewery announcement!

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