June 15-19, 2009
2nd Annual Rally in the Valley
June 17, 2009
Bicknell's Thrush Tour
An opportunity to view the rare Bicknell's Thrush early in the morning before the Auto Road opens to the public.
June 18, 2009
Ride to the Sky
The Mt. Washington Auto Road closes to cars and opens to motorcycles and guided tours only. Hours: 7:30 am until 6:00 pm.
June 20, 2009
Mount Washington Foot Race
Cultural Festival
June 21, 2009
Mt. Washington Alternative Energy Day
Bring your hybrid or alternatively-powered vehicle to the Mt. Washington Auto Road and drive the road for just $20 per car load. (Vehicle restrictions apply.)
June 26,27,28
"Mini's On Top" - MINI owners annual Meet & Greet, with a drive to the top of Mount Washington, New Hampshire
June 27, 2009
There's a Black Fly in My Eye 10-Mile Trail Run & Relay
Swat the black flies and tackle carriage roads, single track and a river crossing in this trail running race that's 100% New Hampshire. Solo and relay categories.
June 28, 2009
Sunrise Drive
View the sunrise from the top of New England! The Mt. Washington Auto Road will open at 3:30am for you to drive yourself to the summit.
July 4th Weekend Festivities
Saturday Fourth July 2009
July 11, 2009
"Newtons Revenge" - A bike race up the Mt. Washington Road
July 18-19, 2009
Thunder in the Mountains
July 26, 2009
Sunrise Drive
View the sunrise from the top of New England! The Mt. Washington Auto Road will open at 3:30am for you to drive yourself to the summit.
Aug 8, 2009
The 148th Birthday of the Mt. Washington Auto Road
Come join us in celebrating the 147th birthday of the Mt. Washington Auto Road, the oldest man-made attraction in America. Vintage horse drawn and automotive stages, which have operated for the past 140+ years, will be on display. Don't miss this opportunity to be involved in this part of New Hampshire's history. Vehicles with a "This Car Climbed Mt. Washington" sticker attached prior to arrival will receive free passage up the Mt. Washington Auto Road.
14th Annual 24 Hours of Great Glen
Join us at Great Glen Trails Outdoor Center when the cannon fires to signal the start of the annual mountain bike race. For 24 hours, riders will take on the racecourse for this challenging and grueling event. Spectators are encouraged to come cheer on the racers and enjoy the festivities under the event tent.
River Day & Wingzilla
"Wildman Biathlon" - New England's toughest single day, multi-sport event, challenging individuals and 2 or 3 person teams who enjoy a variety of terrain and scenery.
Aug 8-9, 2009
"24 Hours of Great Glen" - It's not just a mountain bike race. It's a festival with fun and games for the whole family!
Aug 15, 2009
"2009 Mt. Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hillclimb"
Aug 30, 2009
Sunrise Drive
View the sunrise from the top of New England! The Mt. Washington Auto Road will open at 3:30am for you to drive yourself to the summit.
Sept 7, 2009
Gorham, NH Labor Day Local Activities
Sept 12-13, 2009
"Climb to the Clouds" Vintage Hillclimb - The Climb to the Clouds is held at the base of 6,288 ft Mt Washington in the White Mountains of New Hampshire and dates back to 1904.
Sept 26, 2009
Lumberjack Festival & Competition
October 4-11, 2009
Don't miss this genuine State Fair! We can show you the back roads from Gorham to avoid the traffic.
Check it out! http://www.fryeburgfair.com/
October 10, 2009
Bike for Books in North Conway-Fall Foliage mountain bike tour of the Mount Washington Valley to benefit the North Conway Library. Various route options for different abilities. Water & snack stops, pizza lunch and ice cream, giveaways, free books and bike bottles for all.
FMI check http://www.northconwaylibrary.com/ or contact the library at (603) 356-2961.
October 18, 2009
Johann Sebastian Bach’s Art of the Fugue
Jon Gillock and Dean Kauffmann, four hands, 1863 Erard piano
Back Gallery, Chapel Arts New England, Gorham, 4 pm
For more information ~ (603)-466-2865 musicinthegreatnorthwoods@earthlink.net
October 25, 2009
'Cross in the Glen
Sunday October 25th thru November 8th, 2009
10/25/2009 — 11/08/2009 from 10:00 am — 12:00 pm
Join us this fall at Great Glen for our cyclocross series! The course will include grass sections, pavement, hard packed gravel trails, run ups, obstacles, a tunnel and maybe a little mud or snow - this is Pinkham Notch after all. Four catagories: Junior, Beginner, Sport and Expert. Pick up registration forms at GGT or contact us to send or email one to you, also DOR registration until 9 am. Mountain bike or cyclocross bike may be used.
Website: www.greatglentrails.com/Page-293.html
Event fee: Adults: $45 / One time: $19
October 3, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31, 2009
The Ghoullog at Cranmore - A Mountain Top Haunt Presented by Death Becomes You
Visitors board the quad chairlift for a night-time ride to the summit for a haunted mountain-top tour. Coming back for its third year, the Ghoullog will be bigger, scarier and more fun than ever with the addition of new haunts, animatronics, and an outdoor food court.
The tour starts in the Eating House lodge at the base of Cranmore Mountain and includes a night-time stroll through a haunted walkway to the Quad. After the 7-minute ride to the 2,000 foot summit of Cranmore, visitors tour the Ghoullog, where haunted happenings are sure to frighten and surprise the hardiest souls.
While at the summit, spectacular night-time views of North Conway Village below are sure to delight all comers. At the end of the tour, visitors enjoy a ride down the Quad chairlift to the base with a breath-taking vantage of the Moat Mountains and Mount Washington at night.
Tickets cost $25 per person, all ages. Not recommended for children under the age of 10. Buy tickets online in advance as they will sell out on popular dates.
603-356-5544 Click for more info: www.cranmore.com/ghoullog
