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NH Bacon & Beer Festival

06/06/2026 - 12:30 pm - 5:00 pm at Arms Park — 10 Arms St
10 Arms St

Great brews, awesome bacon dishes, and live music will make for a perfect day of fun!

We all need a little hope for the future, so thank you for your continued support of High Hopes Foundation and for helping us make the dreams of New Hampshire children come alive!

 

Link to the event: https://www.nhbaconbeer.com/

Farmers Markets: Bedford Farmers Market

09/06/2026 - 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm at Murphy’s Taproom Parking Lot
393 State Rte 101

Date: May 13 -October 14, 2025, Tuesdays 3-6 p.m. Rain or shine

Location: Murphy’s Taproom, 323 Rte. 101, Bedford

Description: This weekly market features flowers, maple, conventional produce, fish, jams, wine, fruits, baked goods, eggs, jellies, specialty foods, etc.

More information: website

The 103rd Laconia Motorcycle Week

13/06/2026 - 21/06/2026 - All Day at Weirs Beach
Laconia

The 103rd Laconia Motorcycle Week in 2026 is scheduled for June 13–21 in Laconia, New Hampshire, celebrating its status as the world’s oldest motorcycle rally.

The nine-day event, centered at Weirs Beach, features the Peter Makris Memorial Ride, Loudon Classic racing, vendor stalls, and live music, with major activity centered around Laconia Harley-Davidson and the NASWA Resort.

For more information: https://laconiamcweek.com/

Farmers Markets: Bedford Farmers Market

16/06/2026 - 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm at Murphy’s Taproom Parking Lot
393 State Rte 101

Date: May 13 -October 14, 2025, Tuesdays 3-6 p.m. Rain or shine

Location: Murphy’s Taproom, 323 Rte. 101, Bedford

Description: This weekly market features flowers, maple, conventional produce, fish, jams, wine, fruits, baked goods, eggs, jellies, specialty foods, etc.

More information: website

WFEA Counter Conversations

19/06/2026 - 6:00 am - 9:00 am

WFEA’s Morning Update is hitting the road! On the Third Friday of the month, we start the day at some of our favorite local diners and cafés in the state for Counter Conversations with Jeff Chidester.

WFEA’s Counter Conversations is brought to you by The Fine Homes Group at Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan. Your experience powered by their expertise.

Mark your calendars for our next in-person broadcast. Location: Coming Soon

Farmers Markets: Bedford Farmers Market

23/06/2026 - 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm at Murphy’s Taproom Parking Lot
393 State Rte 101

Date: May 13 -October 14, 2025, Tuesdays 3-6 p.m. Rain or shine

Location: Murphy’s Taproom, 323 Rte. 101, Bedford

Description: This weekly market features flowers, maple, conventional produce, fish, jams, wine, fruits, baked goods, eggs, jellies, specialty foods, etc.

More information: website

Farmers Markets: Bedford Farmers Market

30/06/2026 - 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm at Murphy’s Taproom Parking Lot
393 State Rte 101

Date: May 13 -October 14, 2025, Tuesdays 3-6 p.m. Rain or shine

Location: Murphy’s Taproom, 323 Rte. 101, Bedford

Description: This weekly market features flowers, maple, conventional produce, fish, jams, wine, fruits, baked goods, eggs, jellies, specialty foods, etc.

More information: website

Farmers Markets: Bedford Farmers Market

07/07/2026 - 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm at Murphy’s Taproom Parking Lot
393 State Rte 101

Date: May 13 -October 14, 2025, Tuesdays 3-6 p.m. Rain or shine

Location: Murphy’s Taproom, 323 Rte. 101, Bedford

Description: This weekly market features flowers, maple, conventional produce, fish, jams, wine, fruits, baked goods, eggs, jellies, specialty foods, etc.

More information: website

American Independence Festival

11/07/2026 - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm at Downtown Exeter
Downtown Exeter

Celebrate the anniversary of the arrival of the Declaration of Independence to New Hampshire in 1776 at the 36th American Independence Festival on Saturday July 11th, 2026 10 am to 4 pm in downtown Exeter, NH. This year, admission is again FREE!

Festival Highlights

Witness the arrival of the Declaration & a live reading.
View the original that was brought here in 1776.
Explore historic trades from 18th-century artisans practicing traditional skills and crafts (courtesy of the NH State Council on the Arts).
Learn about life as a colonial soldier from the First NH Regiment and other reenacting groups.

Play colonial games, dance and music.
Visit the American Independence Museum galleries and historic tavern
Talk with George Washington, Jack Staines, and other historical interpreters.
Drink a local brew in the beer garden.

MISSION 250: HONORING OUR HEROES

12/07/2026 - 2:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Mission 250 is a landmark celebration honoring two historic milestones: America’s 250th birthday and Swim With A Mission’s 10th Anniversary. This free, patriotic, and family-friendly event will bring our community together at Tuscan Village in Salem, NH to celebrate service, sacrifice, and the enduring American spirit.

Festivities will take place from 2:00–9:00 PM, featuring activities for all ages, with a spectacular fireworks display closing out the evening.

A limited number of tickets will also be available for purchase for an exclusive private VIP experience during Mission 250.

Links to the event: https://www.swam.org/mission-250

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