Current Events In New Hampshire

May 12 - June 30

Great Glen Trails Weekly Spring Running Series

The Weekly Spring Running Series happens May 12 through June 30, and runs every Thursday for 8 weeks for all abilities and ages. Racers can run or walk the long, short or mini courses between 3:30 – 7:00 PM. Awards for top three in each category. Prizes for competitors who complete 6 out of the 8 weeks are based on a raffle at the end of the series awards party.

May 20

Mill City Revival Band

50's, 60's, Retro, Rock & Roll Band. St. Kiernan Community Center - 7:00 PM

May 28

Alton Weagle Day

Alton Weagle Day to honor Alton Weagle and all those who have been first up the mountain by any unique way (camels, unicycles, pogo sticks, on foot (forwards or backwards), or autos). Mt. Washington Auto Road.

May 28

Wildcat Mountain – Summer & Fall operations begin

Weekends only until June 18, when the activities (Scenic Gondola, ZipRider, Alpine Lift) will be open daily, depending on weather and wind.

June 1, 4, 7, 11, 12, 15

Bicknell Thrush Tours (5 – 7:00 AM)

Bicknell Thrush Tours depart at the base of the Mt. Washington Auto Road at 5:30 AM for a unique guided tour opportunity to view these rare birds. Advanced reservations are required.

June 4

The Cultural/Heritage Festival

Northern Forest Heritage Park - The Cultural/Heritage Festival is a full day for all ages. Gates open at 11:00 AM and close at 4:00 PM and admission is free. Families of Canadian, German, Irish, Italian, Native American, Norwegian, Russian and Scandinavian descent will not want to miss this festival. The festival is centered on cultural foods from local chefs, including a traditional American BBQ station. There will be plenty of entertainment, artisans, crafts vendors, farmers market and early 1900's children's games. Discounted Riverboat tours will run from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

June 5

Mt. Washington Auto Road Customer Appreciation Day

There are special per car rates all day to celebrate the 150th Anniversary.

June 5

Newton's Revenge Practice Ride

Newton's Revenge Practice Ride at the Mt. Washington Auto Road from 5 - 7:00 AM. Pre-registration is required.

June 9

Tim Sample at the St. Kiernan Community Center

St. Kiernan Community Center – Tim Sample, Maine's famous humorist and storyteller – 7:00 PM

June 11

There's a Black Fly in My Eye 10-Mile Run & Relay

Great Glen Trails – There's a Black Fly in My Eye 10-Mile Run & Relay at 10:00 AM. Swat the black flies and tackle carriage roads, single track and running race. Solo and relay categories.

June 16

The Lenny Gallant Trio at the St. Kiernan Community Center

St. Kiernan Community Center – The Lenny Gallant Trio – Top Prince Edward Island Franco-Acadian Touring Band. – 7:00 PM

June 16

Ride to the Sky

Mt. Washington Auto Road – Ride to the Sky all day for motorcycles only. Closed to autos.

June 18

Mt. Washington Auto Road Race

This annual event began in 1960. It attracts runners from all over the world. It starts at 9:00 AM and the participants race 7.4 miles up the Auto Road. The grueling race is not recommended for the inexperienced runner. The Road is closed to the public until 12:30 PM.

June 18

Minis on Top

200+ Mini Coopers come from around the world to enjoy an evening tour and barbeque at the Mt. Washington Auto Road.

June 18

Wildcat Mountain Kids Free Fishing Day

Wildcat Mountain Kids Free Fishing Day for kids 15 and under from 9:00 AM to Noon. Free afternoon fishing for all ages and no fishing license required.

June 19

Sunrise Drive

Mt. Washington Auto Road - Sunrise Drive to the summit for autos, pickups and motorcycles. It begins at the base of the Auto Road at 3:30 AM.

June 19

Mt. Washington Alternative Energy Day

Share your alternative energy vehicle on the Auto Road from 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM. Bicycles not permitted.

June 19

Wildcat Mountain Father's Day Special

All fathers ride free with the purchase of at least 1 Junior/Adult Wildcat Express Scenic Gondola Ride.

June 23

Red Jersey Summer Series Mountain Bike Race

Great Glen Trails – Red Jersey Summer Series Mountain Bike Race for all abilities held by Red Jersey Cyclery.

June 24 – 26

Mt. Washington Climb to the Clouds

This famed event is returning and managed by Vermont SportsCar and sanctioned by the Sports Car Club of NH. This legendary hill climb is the modern version of one of the oldest motorsports events in North America, started in 1904. The Auto Road will be closed to traffic on Friday & Saturday (24 & 25th) until Noon; and closed all day on Sunday (26th).

July 5 - August 23

Great Glen Trails Weekly Summer Mountain Bike Series

The Weekly Summer Mountain Bike Series happens July 5 through August 23, and runs every Tuesday for 8 weeks for all abilities and ages. Racers can bike the long, short or mini courses between 3:30 – 7:00 PM. Awards for top three in each category. Prizes for competitors who complete 6 out of the 8 weeks are based on a raffle at the end of the series awards party.

July 2

Mt. Washington Carriage Road Old Home Day

An old fashion family fun day from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, with vintage games: sock racing, stick & hoop, a pie eating contest, hot air balloon rides, hayrides and a dunk tank. Barbeque on site, as well as other food.

July 4

July 4th Celebration

Come to Gorham Town Common and spend the entire 4th of July weekend and celebrate our great country.

July 6

"The Way of the Wildcat Trail to Thompson Brook Falls"

Wildcat Mountain – Join a teacher/naturalist from Tin Mountain Conservation Center for a great family hike along "The Way of the Wildcat Trail to Thompson Brook Falls" (1 mile in & 1 mile out).

July 7

Susan Ferre at the St. Kiernan Community Center

St. Kiernan Community Center – Susan Ferre – Master Organist and Storyteller – 7:00 PM

July 9

Newton's Revenge Bicycle Race

This hillclimb is contested on the same exact course as the original Mt. Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hillclimb, making Newton's Revenge the other Toughest Hillclimb in the World. Racers line up at 8:20 AM. The Auto Road opens to race traffic only at 6:00 AM. The Auto Road opens to the public at 12:30 PM.

July 12

Imai Summer Chamber Concert at the St. Kiernan Community Center

St. Kiernan Community Center - Imai Summer Chamber Concert - Classical Strings & Piano – 7:00 PM

July 13

"Alpine Discovery – Gondola Skyride to the Summit"

Wildcat Mountain – Take the "Alpine Discovery – Gondola Skyride to the Summit", led by a teacher/naturalist from Tin Mountain Conservation Center.

July 16-17

Mt. Washington Carriage Road Weekend

Saturday and Sunday, the Great Glen Trails will be open for horse drawn carriages and horseback riding. The Trails will be closed to bicycles both days. Sunday the Auto Road will be open for horse drawn carriages and horseback riding to the summit. The Auto Road will be closed to vehicles all day Sunday.

July 16

Mt. Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hillclimb Practice Ride

5:00 – 7:00 AM. Pre-registration is required.

July 20

"Pond Full of Fun"

Wildcat Mountain will have a teacher/naturalist from Tin Mountain Conservation Center at the beautiful trout Pond for "Pond Full of Fun".

July 21

The John Lennon Song Project at the St. Kiernan Community Center

St. Kiernan Community Center – The John Lennon Song Project – a 60's Roots Concert/Exclusive Tour – 7:00 PM

July 22 – 24

NHATV Club Weekend

Friday (22nd) – ATV Club members will meet at Jericho Motorsports in Berlin at 10:00 AM for the "Gerry Pomerleau Memorial Ride" in Jericho Park.
Saturday (23rd) – ATV Club members will meet in Errol at 9:00 AM for the Millsfield ATV Club Poker Run through 30 miles of trails. Buffet lunch at return.
Sunday (24th) – Members and non-members will meet at the Mt. Washington Auto Road starting at 8:00 AM to ride to the summit. The last ride will leave at 1:00 PM.

July 24

Sunrise Drive to the summit

Mt. Washington Auto Road - Sunrise Drive to the summit for autos, pickups and motorcycles. It begins at the base of the Auto Road at 4:00 AM.

July 27

"The Way of the Wildcat Trail to Thompson Brook Falls"

Wildcat Mountain

August 3

"Pond Full of Fun"

Wildcat Mountain

August 5

Mt. Washington Valley Old Car Club Cruise Night

Mt. Washington Auto Road will host the Mt. Washington Valley Old Car Club Cruise Night from 5 – 9:00 PM. There will be vintage cars on display with a cash BBQ and DJ. This will be a kickoff to the 150th Birthday Weekend Celebration.

August 6

The Mt. Washington Auto Road Sesquicentennial Gala

A formal, ticketed period 1800's event.

August 8

Mt. Washington Auto Road 150th Birthday Celebration

(7:30 AM – 9:00 PM). Cake in the afternoon, vehicles on display and fireworks. Any vehicle with the famous bumper sticker previously affixed may ride free.

August 10

"The Way of the Wildcat Trail to Thompson Brook Falls"

Wildcat Mountain

August 13

Annual Wildman Biathlon at Wildcat Mountain

This is a three-part event for teams and individuals, in its 22nd year. 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. T-shirts are offered to all participants, with trophies awarded to overall and category winners, along with numerous prizes through random drawings. Start is in Shelburne at 8:00 AM. Proceeds benefit the Coos County Retired & Volunteer Program.

August 13

24-Hours of Great Glen

A 24-hour mountain bike race on the Great Glen Trails system. It is also a weekend full of bike fun and games for the entire family, beginning at 12:00 PM, Saturday.

August 17

"Alpine Discovery – Gondola Skyride to the Summit"

Wildcat Mountain

August 20

Mt. Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hillclimb

This is considered by everyone the Toughest Hillclimb in the World. Top racers come from all over the world to challenge the race to the summit from 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM. The Auto Road opens to the public at 12:30 PM.

August 24

"Pond Full of Fun"

Wildcat Mountain

August 28

Sunrise Drive to the summit

Mt. Washington Auto Road - Sunrise Drive to the summit for autos, pickups and motorcycles. It begins at the base of the Auto Road at 4:30 AM.

August 31

"The Way of the Wildcat Trail to Thompson Brook Falls"

Wildcat Mountain

A-maizing Corn Maze

Every weekend from September 17 through October 23, visit the Coos County Farm in Stewartstown, NH for a walk through the corn maze. Also enjoy pony rides, refreshments, a pig roast on October 8 and 9, a Lobster/Clam Bake on October 15, and fireworks on October 8.

September 5

Labor Day

September 8 - October 13

Great Glen Trails Weekly Fall Trail Running Series

The Weekly Fall Trail Running Series happens September 8 through October 13, and runs every Thursday for 6 weeks for all abilities and ages. Racers can run the long, short or mini courses between 3:30 – 6:30 PM. Awards for top three in each category. Prizes for competitors who complete 4 out of the 6 weeks are based on a raffle at the end of the series awards party.

September 9

Muster in the Mountains

Muster in the Mountains will take place in the fields at the Mt. Washington Auto Road all day. Activities will include 1800's Firearms & Cannon Display and Competition, Woods Walk Competition, Tomahawk & Knife Throwing, cooking, reenactments and other period events.

September 16

Best of Broadway at the St. Kiernan Community Center

St. Kiernan Community Center – Best of Broadway (with Dan & Denise Marois) – an Interactive Musical Improv Show – 7:00 PM

September 24

Dixville Half Marathon

Lace up your running shoes and head to Dixville Notch for the 35th Annual Half Marathon at the Balsams Country Club. There will be bluegrass music, food, raffles and cheering.

September 25

Sunrise Drive to the Summit

Mt. Washington Auto Road – Sunrise drive to the summit for autos, pickups and motorcycles. It begins at the base of the Auto Road at 5:15 AM.

September 30

Speakeasy: A 1920’s Casino

Relive the 1920’s at the lodge at the base of the Mt. Washington Auto Road. Casino winnings can be turned in for tickets for fabulous prizes. Join in costume or come as you are. This event benefits the Arts in Motion Theater Company.

Red Bear Native Dance Company at the St. Kiernan Community Center

St. Kiernan Community Center – Red Bear Native Dance Company – 7:00 PM

A-maizing Corn Maze

Every weekend from September 17 through October 23, visit the Coos County Farm in Stewartstown, NH for a walk through the corn maze. Also enjoy pony rides, refreshments, a pig roast on October 8 and 9, a Lobster/Clam Bake on October 15, and fireworks on October 8.

Six Gun City – Ghost Town Spooktacular Adventure

Head to Six Gun City every weekend in October for tricks and treats – if you dare!

October 2

Northern Forest Heritage Park - Lumberjack Festival & Competition

October 1 - 21

Return of the Pumpkin People

Join the town of Jackson, NH for festive pumpkin displays at private homes and public places. There will be the Taste of Something Pumpkin and Pumpkin Carving contests and hayrides.

October 2 – 9

Fryeburg Fair

Come to Maine’s Annual Blue Ribbon Classic that includes harness racing, exhibition halls for gardening, arts and crafts, livestock, cooking and baking contests, the Midway for rides and refreshments, entertainment, and much more.

October 8 –9

Annual Attitash Oktoberfest

Come to the 14th Annual Attitash Oktoberfest on Columbus Day Weekend at Bear Peak. Enjoy Bavarian music from the world renowned King Ludwig’s Band, dancing, children’s activities, games, authentic German food, and the Oktoberfest Biergarten featuring brewers from around the region.

October 10

Columbus Day