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Marquee Events

Sort out what you’ll be doing next with the help of this curated list of intriguing upcoming events across the Monadnock Region.

To see even more tourist-friendly,  local events, check out Discover Monadnock‘s event calendar.

Nelson Monday Night Dance

July

Mondays

2024

Nelson

Contra dance featuring a variety of callers and musicians, from local regulars to visiting dignitaries.
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Peterborough Players

June 19 - August 25th

2024

Peterborough

The Peterborough Players presents live theatre in an intimate theatre located in a converted 18th-century barn at historic Stearns Farm.
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Wizarding Week

JULY 24 - 28

2024

KEENE

A week long, family friendly event for wizards and all who love them.
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Wyman Tavern Brewfest

AUG

3

2024

Keene

Sample dozens of local breweries while celebrating local history.
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Peterborough Night Market

AUG

9

2024

Peterborough

A celebration of the creativity and local energy of the region, featuring lights, music, food and art.
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Elevate The Arts Fest

August

11

2024

Keene

Fun for all ages with music, art, games, food, and festivities!
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Keene Pride Week

SEPT

7 - 15

2024

Keene

Weeklong LGBTQ+ celebration featuring parties, weddings, proms, live performances and more.
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Radically Rural

SEPT

25-26

2024

Keene

A multi-day summit focused on opportunities within rural communities across the country.
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Keene International Festival

SEPT

28

2024

KEENE

Keene International Festival celebrates the rich cultural diversity of the Keene, NH
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MONIFF

SEPT

2024

Keene

Award-winning films on the festival circuit, along with regionally produced films.
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Pickle Festival

SEPT

28

2024

Winchester

Join us for the 25th year of celebrating pickles!
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Clarence DeMar Marathon

SEPT

29

2024

KEENE

Full and half marathon scenic and fun race in New England.
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Peak into Peterborough

October

2024

Peterborough

A beloved family friendly fall festival in downtown Peterborough
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Open Studio Tour

October

12 - 14

2024

Monadnock Region

New England’s oldest and largest weekend art tour.
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Harvest Festival

October

2024

Walpole

Farm to Table food, Artisans, Crafts, Music, and Kids Activities
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Viva Bach Peterborough

October

2024

Peterborough

A celebration of the music of J.S. Bach with renowned artists from all over the world.
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Keene Pumpkin Fest

October

2024

Keene

Family friendly pumpkin festival starting at 2pm
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Greenfield Pumpkin Festival

October

28

2024

Greenfield

Trunk or Treat, Pumpkin Carving, Games, Hayrides, and More
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48 Central Square  |  Keene, NH  |  603-352-1303
48 Central Square  |  Keene, NH 
 
603-352-1303
Special thanks to local photographers Dave White, Kelly Fletcher, Geoffrey Settles, and Steve Lipofsky.

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