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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

November

CABARET at Silver Center for the Arts
November 13, 2026, November 15, 2026, November 18, 2026 | Silver Center for the Arts 114 Main St Plymouth, NH

A landmark musical set in 1930s Berlin, chronicling the rise of Nazism through the lens of the Kit Kat Klub and its performers, particularly the American writer Cliff Bradshaw and the English singer Sally Bowles. The show is famous for its dark, provocative themes, iconic songs, and its numerous successful revivals.

NH Jingle Bells Winery Tour
November 14, 2026, November 21, 2026, November 28, 2026 | various wineries throughout NH

🍷🔔The NH Jingle Bells Winery Tour is where holiday magic meets New Hampshire’s Wine Country!🎄🥂

Over the span of 7 weekends, enjoy a complimentary tasting of 4 wines samples, light bites on the weekends, the warm welcome of local winemakers at each winery.  To remember your trek through NH’s beautiful wine country, collect a unique holiday ornament at every stop! 

The fun doesn’t stop there!  At each winery you visit, make sure to collect their festive stamp/marking on your passport ticket. When you’ve mingled your way through all 15 wineries, send your completed passport to the supplied address for your chance to win one of three holly-jolly holiday wine themed gifts.

Holiday Craft Fair Campton Elementary School
November 14, 2026 | Campton Elementary School

PAINT & SIP EVENT at Kalki in Waterville Valley
November 16, 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
An Evening with Peter Billingsley and A Christmas Story
November 17, 2026 | Capital Center for the Arts, Downtown Concord, NH

Celebrate the holiday season with an unforgettable evening featuring a screening of the beloved classic “”A Christmas Story”” followed by a moderated interview and audience Q&A from its iconic star Peter Billingsley, a.k.a. Ralphie! Relive the Christmas classic on the big screen through all the hilarious mishaps and heartwarming moments. Following the fi lm, Peter Billingsley – the actor who immortalized Ralphie – takes center stage for an intimate and nostalgic conversation about his experiences making this holiday classic, his unique behind-the-scenes stories, memorable moments, and how the movie has remained a cultural phenomenon for decades. Audience members will have the opportunity to ask questions during this rare appearance, making it a truly interactive celebration for fans of all ages and generations. A limited number of VIP packages include pre-show meet-and-greet photo opportunity with Peter himself. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate “”A Christmas Story”” with the star who brought the magic to life.

“The Halloween Tree” Paint & Sip at Valley Pub
November 18, 2026 | Valley Pub & Restaurant 29 Village Road, Level 1, 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

Snow Globe Magic: Fused Glass Ornament Workshop
November 20, 2026 | Art Escape 636 Union Ave, Laconia, NH

Join us at Art Escape to create a cheerful fused glass snow globe ornament, complete with snowy details and a base color of your choice. The clear glass lets the twinkle lights shine through, giving your little snowman his moment in the spotlight.

Your ornament makes a great keepsake for your own tree or a handmade gift for someone special.

Cost: $35 per attendee
Ages: 12+
Approximately 4″ wide × 4.5″ tall

Your ornament will stay at the studio for kiln firing and be ready for pickup in 7–10 days.

Glitter Me Christmas – Jeweled Canvas Painting
November 28, 2026 | Art Escape 636 Union Ave, Laconia, NH

A little paint, a little sparkle, and a Christmas tree with personality! Join us at Art Escape for a festive canvas painting workshop, where you’ll paint and decorate an 11×14 canvas with glitter, sparkling gems, and pearl accents.

Choose your Christmas tree gem set when registering, from traditional Christmas colors to pink, champagne gold, icy blue, lavender, or plum and emerald. We’ll guide you through painting your tree, then you’ll arrange your embellishments to make it your own. Individual gem shapes and details will vary between sets.

No painting experience needed! Come on your own, bring a friend, or make it a creative holiday date night.

Cost: $45 per participant
Includes your 11×14 canvas, instruction, paint, glitter, and selected gem set.

Heather Pierson’s Charlie Brown Christmas
November 29, 2026 | Hermit Woods Winery, Meredith, NH

Experience an afternoon of exceptional music, delicious food, and fine wine in our intimate and relaxed setting. Based in Conway, NH, The Heather Pierson Jazz Trio shares their interpretation of Vince Guaraldi’s iconic soundtrack of ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ plus other Guaraldi compositions and holiday favorites.

 

December

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