Special Events

BattleZone Banger live amateur boxing right here in the lakes region! Come witness the excitement of amateur boxing at its finest in the beautiful lakes region. Join in for an action-packed evening of fierce competition and incredible athleticism.

Swing dancing lessons start at 6:30pm, followed by dancing at 7pm! Join in to dance the night away, or just come for your listening pleasure and enjoy the exciting sounds of the 19-piece New Hampshire Jazz Orchestra.

Come join LSPA educators at the Center for Lake Studies to explore the natural world. Each Tuesday morning will be filled with hands on learning through sensory experiences, guided exploration, creative play, art, and music.

The Lakeport Opera House is excited to host a Tribue to the Carpenters – Yesterday Once More on May 30th. The Carpenters were one of the most successful musical sibling duos of all time, selling over 90 million records worldwide.

It has been said that a dueling piano show is quite literally “the most fun one can have with one’s clothes On!” It is a massive “to the top of your lungs” sing along with all your friends while drinking to excess!

Best for ages 9-18. Draw your own hand in 3D using optical illusion at the Laconia Public Library!

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Led by local artisan, Sharon Parsons, you are invited to design and create a quilt square on a 3′ x 3′ barn board. Enjoy the beauty of The Livery Stable while you create your art over 2 nights. Finished pieces will hang by the river gardens creating an outdoor art show.

An Evening with Photographer Jeremy Noyes. Join in for a special evening at the NH Boat Museum as they showcase the breathtaking photography of Jeremy Noyes, the featured June artist. Jeremy’s stunning images capture the natural beauty of New Hampshire’s lakes and landscapes, bringing the outdoors to life through his lens.

Kainen, an officer with the Gilford Police Department and an avid sportsman who loved the outdoors, lost his life on June 4, 2003, after falling from his boat on Lake Winnisquam doing what he loved – fishing. Celebrate his life and love for the Gilford Community at the free Officer Kainen M. Flynn Memorial Fishing Derby. Come on down to Gunstock Mountain Resort to fish in his memory.

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Join in for a yoga class at Dancing Bear Farm, where goats are also invited! Christy will lead you through a yoga class suitable for all abilities while the goats graze and play amongst everyone. There will be plenty of time to take photos and pose with the friendly goats after class. This class is geared towards ages 12 and up.

Join in at Laconia Harley-Davidson for the 101st Laconia Motorcycle Week June 14th – 22nd, 2025 at 239 Daniel Webster Highway in Meredith for vendors, rides, bike shows, music, drinks, fun, and more!

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The vendors sell only items grown, raised, baked, created, or prepared within 75 miles of Sunapee. The farm vendors offer their own fresh fruits and vegetables, cheeses, meats, eggs, honey and maple syrup. You’ll find all manner of baked goods, sweet and savory, from the prepared food vendors.

Join in for the annual Sasquatch Footy Regatta on June 14, 2025, at Back Bay, where skilled skippers will compete in this exciting model yacht race! The race times are between 10AM and 3PM, but registration is at 9am on site. Top 3 finishers recognized after the final race will achieve awards.

Save the Date! The 2025 Wolfeboro Father Daughter & Mother Son Dance is set for Saturday, June 14th. This much loved annual tradition, now celebrating its 25th anniversary, is a festive evening out for girls and boys aged preschool – 6th grade and the special gentlemen and lady ‘sweethearts’ in their lives. Come join in to ‘Escape to Candyland’ at the Inn on Main.

Save the Date! The 2025 Wolfeboro Father Daughter & Mother Son Dance is set for Saturday, June 14th. This much loved annual tradition, now celebrating its 25th anniversary, is a festive evening out for girls and boys aged preschool – 6th grade and the special gentlemen and lady ‘sweethearts’ in their lives. Come join in to ‘Escape to Candyland’ at the Inn on Main.

Wolfeboro HE KNOWS what you are thinking! Join in for an unforgettable evening at MARKER 21 in Wolfeboro NH! Experience the incredible talents of a mindreader, mentalist, and psychic comedian, JON STETSON in a truly unique night of entertainment for ALL AGES. Prepare to be amazed as you witness mind-blowing feats of mentalism and comedy that will leave you laughing and questioning reality. Don’t miss this special event—grab your tickets now and get ready for an evening of laughter, astonishment, and unforgettable moments! A 5 Time Whitehouse performer and the Original Inspiration for CBS TV’s “The Mentalist”

On Friday, June 20, from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., New Hampshire Boat Museum (NHBM) will host “Rockin’ the Docks”: A Night at the Museum. With all proceeds to support NHBM’s 2025 season, Night at the Museum will feature live music by the Redemption Band, heavy appetizers from Squam Lake Marketplace, and a raffle to benefit the Museum’s operations fund.

Join in in the fields of Castle in the Clouds for the annual Community Arts Festival! The festival features dozens of crafters, artists, and community organizations. Art demonstrations, a scavenger hunt, art activities for kids and more will be happening throughout the day. This event is presented in partnership with the Lakes Center for the Arts.

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Beans & Greens Farm and the NH Humane Society are collaborating to create the 2nd annual Music & Makers Summer Festival. Join in to see New England favorite musicians, makers, artists, artisans, antiques dealers, crafters, florists, potters, farmers, growers, bakers, food trucks, home and garden decor, and much more!

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Summer Kick Off will take place on Saturday, June 28th, 2025. Kick off the sunny season with a day full of food, fun, and festivities for the whole family! Join in for a vibrant celebration featuring vendors, delicious food trucks, music, and activities for all ages. Whether you’re dancing to the beat, shopping around, or just soaking up the sun, there’s something for everyone.