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

ALL YEAR

2024

Nelson

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

New York Theatre Ballet’s The Nutcracker

Dec

7

2024

Keene

This timeless, re-imagined classic bursts with energy and excitement.

Hearth Cooking: Christmas Fare

DEC

7

2024

Peterborough

Sample traditional Christmas dishes and learn about Christmas history in New England.

SWP Welcome Home Event

Dec

12

2024

Keene

Celebrate being home for the holidays with mingling, live music, and free drinks for the first 20 to arrive.

Christmas at The Inn at East Hill Farm

DEC

21

2024

Troy

Celebrate Christmas at the Inn at East Hill Farm!

Ice & Snow Festival

FEB

1

2025

KEENE

Ice carvers alongside many free family events and activities including; snow sliding, a children’s train ride and much more!

The Thing in the Spring

May

2025

Keene

Four day music festival with over 30 acts of music and art.

MacDowell Medal Day

July

2025

Peterborough

Award given to one person annually who has made an outstanding contribution to American culture and the arts.

Keene Pride Week

SEPT

2025

Keene

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

Radically Rural

OCT

2025

Keene

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

Clarence DeMar Marathon

SEPT

2024

KEENE

Full and half marathon scenic and fun race in New England.

Winter Wassail

Dec

7

2024

Keene

Carolers, Horse Drawn Wagons, Unique Shopping, all on a beautifully decorated farm.
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