Craft or holiday market · Canterbury
Holiday Craft Fair at Tanger Outlets (Tilton)Free
Joyce's outdoor holiday craft fair in Tilton, rain or shine, with American-made gifts for early shoppers.
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Every holiday event in the guide, soonest first: markets, Santa, tree lightings, shows, Thanksgiving weekend and New Year's Eve. 114 listed.
Holiday events by date 114
Craft or holiday market · Amherst
Vintage 101 Holiday Event 11/4 - 11/8See event page
Browse handmade goods at Vintage 101 Holiday Event 11/4 - 11/8 in Amherst (a spot on Rt 101). It's on Wednesday, Nov 4.
Craft or holiday market · Merrimack
26th Annual Knights of Columbus Fall Craft Fair
Two-day craft fair run by the Knights of Columbus with craft exhibitors and two food booths.
Craft or holiday market · Hampton
LIVE FREELY WINTER MARKET OPENING WEEKENDSee event page
LIVE FREELY WINTER MARKET OPENING WEEKEND fills a spot on Lafayette Road in Hampton with vendors and crafts. It's on Friday, Nov 6.
Craft or holiday market · Concord
Capital City Holiday Craft Show$7
Two-day holiday show of crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, with three food booths.
Craft or holiday market · Hampstead
Hampstead Mothers Club Craft FairFree
Annual juried craft fair run by the Hampstead Mothers' Club, with a raffle and free entry.
Craft or holiday market · Goffstown
Goffstown Fall Craft Fair
Two-day fall craft fair in the middle school with local crafters and holiday gift ideas.
Craft or holiday market · Dover
Dover Craft Fair
High school craft fair filled with local makers ahead of the holidays.
Craft or holiday market · Concord
Bark in the Park Fall Food Truck Festival & Holiday MarketSee event page
Support local sellers at Bark in the Park Fall Food Truck Festival & Holiday Market at Rollins Park in Concord. It's on Saturday, Nov 7.
Craft or holiday market · Dover
42nd Annual Dover Craft FairSee event page
Shop local makers at 42nd Annual Dover Craft Fair, at a spot on Alumni Drive in Dover. It's on Saturday, Nov 7.
Craft or holiday market · Nashua
YMCA of Greater Nashua Fall Craft FairSee event page
YMCA of Greater Nashua Fall Craft Fair fills a spot on Stadium Dr in Nashua with vendors and crafts. It's on Saturday, Nov 7.
Craft or holiday market · Salem
Village Craft FairSee event page
Shop local makers at Village Craft Fair, at a spot on Lawrence Rd in Salem. It's on Saturday, Nov 7.
Craft or holiday market · Merrimack
Merry Market Weekend at Junction 71See event page
Shop local makers at Merry Market Weekend at Junction 71, at a spot on Milford Road in Merrimack. It's on Saturday, Nov 7.
Craft or holiday market · Somersworth
Holly Daze FairTicketed
Church holiday fair with crafts, treats and holiday fun; tickets are listed through Eventbrite.
Craft or holiday market · Hooksett
Hooksett Holiday Craft Market & Psychic FairFree
Holiday craft market combined with a psychic fair at the Hooksett American Legion.
Craft or holiday market · Newmarket
Sunrise Sunset Craft Fair
Small craft fair at the Newmarket 55+ activity center with a food booth.
Craft or holiday market · Milford
Milford Holiday Vendor Fair
Holiday vendor and craft fair for early gift shopping in downtown Milford.
Craft or holiday market · Salem
Salem Fall Craft Fair
Church fall craft fair with handmade items and seasonal gifts.
Craft or holiday market · Raymond
Raymond Fall Craft Fair
Fall craft fair spread across the high school cafeteria and gym.
Craft or holiday market · Bedford
Bedford Holiday Craft Fair
Sunday holiday craft fair at the high school with local artisans.
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Craft or holiday market · Bedford
Bedford Handmade FairSee event page
Support local sellers at Bedford Handmade Fair at a spot on Nashua Rd in Bedford. It's on Sunday, Nov 8.
Craft or holiday market · Londonderry
Jingle & Mingle Vendor FairSee event page
Browse handmade goods at Jingle & Mingle Vendor Fair in Londonderry (Londonderry Fish & Game Club, Inc.). It's on Sunday, Nov 8.
Craft or holiday market · Pembroke
Pembroke Pines Holiday Girls Night Out!See event page
Browse handmade goods at Pembroke Pines Holiday Girls Night Out! in Pembroke (Pembroke Pines Country Club). It's on Wednesday, Nov 11.
Craft or holiday market · Portsmouth
Seacoast Artisans Fine Arts & Craft Show$8
Juried one-day indoor show of fine art and fine craft; children 14 and under are free.
Craft or holiday market · Bedford
Christmas Craft Fair at St. Elizabeth Seton
About 50 crafters and artisans plus raffle baskets, Spin to Win, 50/50 drawings and lunch.
Craft or holiday market · Portsmouth
Handmade in the Harbor$10
League of NH Craftsmen pop-up with 30+ juried makers: ceramics, textiles, wood, metal and more.
Craft or holiday market · Hampton
Holly Jolly FairSee event page
Support local sellers at Holly Jolly Fair at Lane Memorial Library in Hampton. It's on Saturday, Nov 14.
Craft or holiday market · Manchester
36th Annual Memorial High School Booster Club Craft FairSee event page
Shop local makers at 36th Annual Memorial High School Booster Club Craft Fair, at Manchester Memorial High School in Manchester. It's on Saturday, Nov 14.
Craft or holiday market · Nashua
Craft Fair & RaffleSee event page
Craft Fair & Raffle fills a spot on Titan Way in Nashua with vendors and crafts. It's on Saturday, Nov 14.
Craft or holiday market · Nashua
Fall FairSee event page
Shop local makers at Fall Fair, at Main Street United Methodist Church in Nashua. It's on Saturday, Nov 14.
Craft or holiday market · Nashua
Lil' Iguana's Craft Fair & RaffleSee event page
Support local sellers at Lil' Iguana's Craft Fair & Raffle at Nashua High School North in Nashua. It's on Saturday, Nov 14.
Craft or holiday market · Hudson
St. Kathryn’s Christmas Bazaar and Penny SaleSee event page
St. Kathryn's 2026 Christmas Bazaar and Penny Sale adds seasonal fun at a spot on Dracut Rd in Hudson. It's on Saturday, Nov 14.
Craft or holiday market · Concord
Christmas Craft Fair and Bake Sale
Church Christmas craft fair in Penacook with about 25 vendors and a bake sale.
Craft or holiday market · Nashua
Nashua Craft Fair and Raffle
Craft fair with a raffle at the high school, a good start to holiday shopping.
Craft or holiday market · Barrington
Barrington Holiday Craft Fair
Town holiday craft fair with local makers and handmade gifts.
Craft or holiday market · Northwood
Northwood Holiday Craft Fair
Holiday craft fair in the Coe-Brown gym with handmade gifts and decor.
Craft or holiday market · Brentwood
Brentwood Holiday Craft Fair
Small-town holiday craft fair with local artisans and seasonal gifts.
Craft or holiday market · Manchester
Sunday Swap Handmade Makers Market at Stark Brewing
Sunday makers market and handmade gift exchange at Stark Brewing, with an October edition and a holiday edition.
Holiday show · Manchester
The NutcrackerTicketed
Southern New Hampshire Dance Theater opens the holiday season with Tchaikovsky's ballet.
Craft or holiday market · Manchester
2026 MANCHESTER HOLIDAY FOOD & ARTISAN MARKETSee event page
Shop local makers at 2026 MANCHESTER HOLIDAY FOOD & ARTISAN MARKET, at a spot on Elm St in Manchester. It's on Friday, Nov 20.
Holiday lights · Derry
LightsFest at LaBelle LightsTicketedKid-friendly
Kickoff party for LaBelle's walk-through holiday light show (season opens Nov 18) with fireworks, Santa and Mrs. Claus, and live music.
Craft or holiday market · Hampton
Great New England Holiday Craft & Artisan Show - Seacoast$1 to $5
Juried weekend craft show with about 125 vendors for early holiday shopping, plus three food booths.
Craft or holiday market · Nashua
St. Joseph Parish 45th Annual Holiday Fair
Parish fair with crafters, bake sale, Rafflemania, theme baskets and a book room.
Craft or holiday market · Manchester
St. Catherine of Siena Holiday Fair
School holiday fair with a penny sale, luxury raffle, jewelry table, bake sale, kids' corner and Festival of Trees.
Craft or holiday market · Merrimack
Thorntons Ferry Holiday Craft FairKid-friendly
School craft fair with a silent auction, raffle, bake sale, kids' games and family holiday portraits.
Craft or holiday market · Londonderry
LHS Craft & Vendor FairKid-friendly
Juried craft show in the high school cafe and lobby, with a raffle and a kids crafting area.
Craft or holiday market · Stratham
Yuletide Fair$1
Big annual school craft show with about 140 vendor spots, a food concession, cookie and fudge sales and a raffle.
Craft or holiday market · Amherst
Holiday Fair hosted by CCA Woman's AssociationSee event page
Browse handmade goods at Holiday Fair hosted by CCA Woman's Association in Amherst (a spot on Church St). It's on Saturday, Nov 21.
Craft or holiday market · Hampton
SEACOAST CRAFT & ARTISAN SHOW (hosted by GNE)See event page
Shop local makers at SEACOAST CRAFT & ARTISAN SHOW (hosted by GNE), at The Rim Sports Complex in Hampton. It's on Saturday, Nov 21.
Craft or holiday market · Milford
Church FairSee event page
Shop local makers at Church Fair, at Saint Patrick Catholic Church in Milford. It's on Saturday, Nov 21.
Craft or holiday market · Nashua
New Searles Holiday FairSee event page
Browse handmade goods at New Searles Holiday Fair in Nashua (a spot on Shady Ln). It's on Saturday, Nov 21.
Craft or holiday market · Peterborough
Peterborough Holiday Stroll
Holiday vendor and craft event in Peterborough; tickets are listed through Eventbrite.
Craft or holiday market · Bow
Fall Craft Fair at Bow High School
Saturday craft fair at Bow High with local crafters, just in time for holiday gifts.
Craft or holiday market · Amherst
Cousins Maine Lobster at Sunny Valley Farm & Market - Christmas MarketSee event page
Sip, taste and enjoy Cousins Maine Lobster at Sunny Valley Farm & Market - Christmas Market at a spot on 42 in Amherst. It's on Saturday, Nov 21.
Craft or holiday market · Nashua
Pilgrim Church Heritage FairFree
120-year Nashua tradition: themed gift baskets, baked goods and candy, holiday crafts, greenery and a thrift shop open house.
Craft or holiday market · Portsmouth
Form + Function Artisan FairFree
Free artisan fair at 3S Artspace in downtown Portsmouth for handmade holiday gifts.
Craft or holiday market · Derry
Derry 3rd Annual Holiday Sip & ShopSee event page
Shop local makers at Derry 3rd Annual Holiday Sip & Shop, at Derry Fody's Tavern in Derry. It's on Sunday, Nov 22.
Craft or holiday market · Hampton
Winnacunnet Fall Vendor & Craft Fair
Fall vendor and craft fair in the Winnacunnet High School dining hall.
Thanksgiving weekend · Hampstead
Hampstead Turkey Trot$25
Thanksgiving morning 5K walk and run that starts and ends at St. Anne's Church.
Thanksgiving weekend · Derry
GDTC Thanksgiving Turkey Trot$10 to $30
Greater Derry Track Club's certified Thanksgiving 5K starting at the Beaver Lake town beach.
Thanksgiving weekend · Merrimack
Rotary Club of Merrimack 5K Turkey Trot$15 to $25
Merrimack Rotary's Thanksgiving morning 5K, starting at Merrimack Middle School.
Thanksgiving weekend · Barrington
Drew Ceppetelli Turkey Trot$20 to $30
An untimed Thanksgiving morning 5K road race starting on Smoke Street in Barrington.
Thanksgiving weekend · Exeter
T4G Thanksgiving Day 5K/10K Road RaceSee event page
Sports fans, head to YMCA in Exeter for T4G Thanksgiving Day 5K/10K Road Race. It's on Thursday, Nov 26.
Thanksgiving weekend · Manchester
Dartmouth Health | Fisher Cats Thanksgiving Day 5KSee event page
Game on: Dartmouth Health | Fisher Cats Thanksgiving Day 5K at a local venue in Manchester. It's on Thursday, Nov 26.
Thanksgiving weekend · Nashua
Great Gobbler 5KSee event page
Game on: Great Gobbler 5K at a local venue in Nashua. It's on Thursday, Nov 26.
Holiday show · Concord
Safe Haven Ballet presents The NutcrackerSee event page
A festive pick for Concord: Safe Haven Ballet presents The Nutcracker at Capitol Center for the Arts -. It's on Friday, Nov 27.
Holiday show · Manchester
Trans-Siberian Orchestra - The Ghosts Of Christmas EveSee event page
A festive pick for Manchester: Trans-Siberian Orchestra - The Ghosts Of Christmas Eve at SNHU Arena. It's on Friday, Nov 27.
Craft or holiday market · Keene
Sip and ShopSee event page
Browse handmade goods at Sip and Shop in Keene (Birdies). It's on Friday, Nov 27.
Craft or holiday market · Exeter
Exeter NH Holiday Parade Holiday Craft Fair - 2026See event page
Browse handmade goods at Exeter NH Holiday Parade Holiday Craft Fair - 2026 in Exeter (Exeter Town Hall). It's on Saturday, Nov 28.
Santa visit · Nashua
Nashua Winter Holiday Stroll & City Tree LightingFreeKid-friendly
Downtown Nashua's 31st Winter Stroll: Santa leads the parade down Main Street, then counts down with the Mayor to light the city tree, with music, performers and food vendors. Free.
Thanksgiving weekend · Portsmouth
Jimmy DunnSee event page
Grab friends for Jimmy Dunn at The Music Hall Lounge in Portsmouth. It's on Saturday, Nov 28.
Thanksgiving weekend · Portsmouth
Nate SmithSee event page
Live music night: Nate Smith plays Jimmy's Jazz and Blues Club in Portsmouth. It's on Saturday, Nov 28.
Craft or holiday market · Keene
2026 Keene Holiday Craft Show Keene, NHSee event page
2026 Keene Holiday Craft Show Keene, NH fills Keene High School in Keene with vendors and crafts. It's on Saturday, Nov 28.
Craft or holiday market · Manchester
Deck the Shelves Holiday Market on 11/28 - Hosted by BBMBSee event page
Deck the Shelves Holiday Market on 11/28 - Hosted by BBMB fills DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown in Manchester with vendors and crafts. It's on Saturday, Nov 28.
Santa visit · Exeter
Exeter Friendly Pets FREE Santa pet photosSee event page
Seasonal fun: Exeter Friendly Pets FREE Santa pet photos, at Friendly Pets, 81 Portsmouth Ave in Exeter. It's on Saturday, Nov 28.
Thanksgiving weekend · Concord
Recycled Percussion - EveningSee event page
Live music night: Recycled Percussion - Evening plays Concord City Auditorium in Concord. It's on Saturday, Nov 28.
Thanksgiving weekend · Manchester
Comedian Amy TeeSee event page
Grab friends for Comedian Amy Tee at Headliners Comedy Club in Manchester. It's on Saturday, Nov 28.
Thanksgiving weekend · Manchester
LEATHAL WEEKEND 9From $55.2
Manchester gets a live set from LEATHAL WEEKEND 9 at Jewel Music Venue. It's on Saturday, Nov 28.
Thanksgiving weekend · Milford
Jamelot at Riley's Place!See event page
Live music night: Jamelot at Riley's Place! plays Riley’s Place in Milford. It's on Saturday, Nov 28.
Thanksgiving weekend · Portsmouth
Foxglove 'Maybe a Daydream' Record Release ShowSee event page
Foxglove 'Maybe a Daydream' Record Release Show brings live music to a spot on Artspace in Portsmouth. It's on Saturday, Nov 28.
Thanksgiving weekend · Windham
JAMES STARKSee event page
Catch JAMES STARK on stage at The Windham Restaurant in Windham. It's on Saturday, Nov 28.
Craft or holiday market · Nashua
Nashua Holiday Craft FairSee event page
Shop local makers at Nashua Holiday Craft Fair, at Broad Street Elementary School in Nashua. It's on Sunday, Nov 29.
Santa visit · Auburn
Auburn Tree LightingFreeKid-friendly
Auburn's 8th annual tree lighting with festive music and hot chocolate. Santa arrives on the fire truck to lead the countdown. Park in the back lot.
Santa visit · Kingston
Pictures with Santa!See event page
Seasonal fun: Pictures with Santa!, at The Iron Cactus in Kingston. It's on Wednesday, Dec 2.
Tree lighting · Exeter
Exeter Festival of TreesFreeKid-friendly
The 28th annual Festival of Trees fills Exeter Town Hall with decorated trees up for silent auction, plus a bake sale and raffle tree, benefiting the Community Children's Fund. Free to attend.
Holiday show · Salem
Carols & Cocoa 2026See event page
Get in the spirit of the season with Carols & Cocoa 2026 at a spot on Geremonty Dr in Salem. It's on Thursday, Dec 3.
Tree lighting · Portsmouth
Candlelight StrollSee event page
Get in the spirit of the season with Candlelight Stroll at a spot on Hancock St in Portsmouth. It's on Friday, Dec 4.
Craft or holiday market · Concord
Beaver Meadow School Holiday Craft FairSee event page
Shop local makers at Beaver Meadow School Holiday Craft Fair, at a spot on Sewalls Falls Rd in Concord. It's on Saturday, Dec 5.
Craft or holiday market · Dover
2026 Unique Art Faire at Cara Irish PubSee event page
Browse handmade goods at 2026 Unique Art Faire at Cara Irish Pub in Dover (a spot on 4th St). It's on Saturday, Dec 5.
Craft or holiday market · Manchester
All Dogs Gym & ODGTH Winter FairSee event page
All Dogs Gym & ODGTH Winter Fair fills a spot on Sheffield Rd in Manchester with vendors and crafts. It's on Saturday, Dec 5.
Craft or holiday market · Windham
Searles Castle Christmas MarketSee event page
Shop local makers at Searles Castle Christmas Market, at a spot on Searles Rd in Windham. It's on Saturday, Dec 5.
Craft or holiday market · Portsmouth
Port City Makerspace 3rd Annual Winter MarketSee event page
Browse handmade goods at Port City Makerspace 3rd Annual Winter Market in Portsmouth (Port City Makerspace). It's on Saturday, Dec 5.
Santa visit · Manchester
BASC Santa Claus ShuffleSee event page
Sports fans, head to Veterans Memorial Park in Manchester for BASC Santa Claus Shuffle. It's on Saturday, Dec 5.
Holiday show · Nashua
Safe Haven Ballet Presents The NutcrackerSee event page
Seasonal fun: Safe Haven Ballet Presents The Nutcracker, at a spot on Main Street in Nashua. It's on Sunday, Dec 6.
Santa visit · Dover
Visit With Santa at Noggin Factory Toy Shop!See event page
Visit With Santa at Noggin Factory Toy Shop! adds seasonal fun at a spot on Washington St. in Dover. It's on Sunday, Dec 6.
Holiday show · Milford
"MEAN ONE" Family Paint Night & Grinch Bingo 6pmSee event pageKid-friendly
"MEAN ONE" Family Paint Night & Grinch Bingo 6pm adds seasonal fun at The Central Birch Art Studio in Milford. It's on Friday, Dec 11. Good for families.
Craft or holiday market · Concord
Bishop Brady 2026 Craft FairFrom $50
Bishop Brady 2026 Craft Fair fills Bishop Brady High School in Concord with vendors and crafts. It's on Saturday, Dec 12.
Craft or holiday market · Manchester
The Witch MarketSee event page
Browse handmade goods at The Witch Market in Manchester (DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown). It's on Saturday, Dec 12.
Craft or holiday market · Milford
Milford 4th Annual Holiday Craft FairSee event page
Milford 4th Annual Holiday Craft Fair fills VFW Post 4368 in Milford with vendors and crafts. It's on Saturday, Dec 12.
Craft or holiday market · Salem
A Very Merry Sip & ShopSee event page
Shop local makers at A Very Merry Sip & Shop, at Derry-Salem Elks #2226 in Salem. It's on Saturday, Dec 12.
Santa visit · Milford
Breakfast W/SantaSee event pageKid-friendly
Breakfast W/Santa adds seasonal fun at a spot on Union Sq in Milford. It's on Saturday, Dec 12. Good for families.
Santa visit · Salem
Photos with Santa (Salem Animal Rescue League benefit)See event pageKid-friendly
A festive pick for Salem: Photos with Santa – Benefiting the Salem Animal Rescue League! at a spot on Lancaster Farm Rd. It's on Saturday, Dec 12. Good for families.
Santa visit · Bedford
Pet Photos with Santa at Wholistic Pet StoreSee event page
Get in the spirit of the season with Pet Photos with Santa at Wholistic Pet Store at a spot on Route 101 in Bedford. It's on Sunday, Dec 13.
Santa visit · Keene
Sunday with SantaSee event page
Sunday with Santa adds seasonal fun at Birdies - The Place to Gather in Keene. It's on Sunday, Dec 13.
Holiday show · Concord
MessiahSee event page
Live music night: Messiah plays St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Concord. It's on Sunday, Dec 13.
Santa visit · Keene
Story time with Mrs. ClausSee event pageKid-friendly
Seasonal fun: Story time with Mrs. Claus, at Birdies - The Place to Gather in Keene. It's on Thursday, Dec 17. Good for families.
Holiday show · Portsmouth
The Bean Tones: A Holiday SpecialSee event page
Seasonal fun: The Bean Tones: A Holiday Special, at Jimmy's Jazz and Blues Club in Portsmouth. It's on Friday, Dec 18.
New Year's Eve · Hampton
FireworksSee event page
Seasonal fun: Fireworks, at Hampton Beach in Hampton. It's on Thursday, Dec 31.
New Year's Eve · Derry
Scott Brown and the Diplomats: NYE ConcertSee event page
Live music night: Scott Brown and the Diplomats: NYE Concert plays Tupelo Music Hall in Derry. It's on Thursday, Dec 31.
New Year's Eve · Concord
New Year's Eve PartySee event page
Seasonal fun: New Year's Eve Party, at Arts Alley in Concord. It's on Thursday, Dec 31.
New Year's Eve · Bedford
New Year's Eve Comedy Spectacular: Mark Riley, Carolyn Plummer, moreSee event page
A night out in Bedford: New Year's Eve Comedy Spectacular: Mark Riley, Carolyn Plummer, more at Murphy's Taproom & Carriage House. It's on Thursday, Dec 31.
New Year's Eve · Dover
New Years Eve w/ Small Town Stranded (STS) LIVE at REVO Casino & Social House (Dover NH)See event page
Plans for the night? New Years Eve w/ Small Town Stranded (STS) LIVE at REVO Casino & Social House (Dover NH) is happening at Revo Casino and Social House in Dover. It's on Thursday, Dec 31.
New Year's Eve · Manchester
SINNERS & SAINTS - NYE AT 815See event page
Grab friends for SINNERS & SAINTS - NYE AT 815 at a spot on Cocktails & Provisions in Manchester. It's on Thursday, Dec 31.
New Year's Eve · Milford
The Slakas at The BrickHouse Restaurant&Brewery New Year's Eve 8pm-12:15amSee event page
Grab friends for The Slakas at The BrickHouse Restaurant&Brewery New Year's Eve 8pm-12:15am at The BrickHouse Restaurant & Brewery in Milford. It's on Thursday, Dec 31.
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