Portsmouth, September 25-26

The world’s largest fairy house tour is back for a weekend of magic. Peruse the enchanted fairy and gnome homes, take a seat and watch a ballet, visit Pickwick’s Fairy Bazaar, take a photo in the fairy photobooth, add a bit of whimsy to your outfit at the fairy face painting studio and more. (603) [...]

Pickleball anyone?  Have you ever played or even heard about the big new sport in the Lakes Region?  It actually has been around for over 50 years!  It is a wonderful sport that all ages can play.  Grab a partner and a paddle and enjoy the great game of Pickleball!

The History:

1965 :  Pickleball was created by Joel Prichard and Bill Bell in the state of Washington.  Joel was a Congressman of Washington State and Bill was a successful [...]

Adam's niece, Mira Dow

Hungry for some singletrack twists, turns and rock features? Step up to Wolfeboro’s Buffet trail. Still hungry? Add some more sweet piece of cake stuff on Sunday Drive and [...]

Colebrook, NH
August 26-27

Head to Colebrook the weekend before Labor Day to celebrate all things “moose.” This year’s festivities include live music, arts and crafts vendors, horse and wagon rides, and rumor has it there is even a moose-calling contest. There will also be a dog show, maple syrup tasting contest and the classic car show. [...]

August 11-14
Portsmouth

This four-day family-friendly favorite is sailing back into Portsmouth for the first time since 2019. It will feature three ships: the Kalmar Nyckel, the Lynx and the Spirit of Bermuda with Capt. Donald Peacock of Newmarket at the helm of the Lynx and his son, Capt. Alex Peacock captain of the Spirit of Bermuda. You [...]

Alton, NH
August 13

Are you a fan of classic wooden boats? Does spending the morning looking at “woodies” and early fiberglass boats while meeting their owners sound like fun? Then we hope you’ll join us at our annual Alton Bay Boat Show, now in its 45th [...]

August 5-7
Pittsfield, NH

This event has something fun for everyone in your family. There will be a carnival, tethered hot air balloon rides, helicopter rides, craft fair, food, drinks and so much more. Make sure to be there at 8 p.m. on Saturday to see the balloons light up the night sky with a fireworks show to [...]

Wolfeboro, NH
August 20

The Wright Museum will welcome back dozens of antique cars, hot rods, and motorcycles for the 9th annual Cruise in to the Wright! Regular museum admission includes access to the car [...]

Looking for a sweet treat around the Lakes? We've put together a list of all of our favorite ice cream stands in the Lakes Region! 

Yum Yum Shop
16 N Main St, Wolfeboro, NH
(603) 569-1919

Mill Fudge Factory and Ice Cream
2 Central Street Bristol, NH
(603) 744-0405
Ice cream made on site

JB Scoops
41 New Hampshire Route 25, Meredith, NH
(603) [...]

Looking for fresh and local meat, locally-grown produce and baked goods? Check here for dates, times and locations for farmers markets across the state. 

Bedford Farmers Market
Date: June 14-October 11, 2022, Tuesdays 3-6 p.m. Rain or shine
Location: Murphy’s Taproom, 323 Rte. 101, Bedford
Description: This weekly market features flowers, maple, conventional produce, fish, jams, wine, fruits, baked goods, eggs, jellies, specialty foods, [...]