This weekend is jam-packed full of events! It’s got craft festivals, film festivals, music bingo, Easter egg hunts, expos, fundraisers, and lots of markets on tap for your enjoyment. So, get out and enjoy!
Care for some more local culture? Check out our Weekly Entertainment report for live music and lively arts in and around Southern NH.
Multi-day events:
March 26-27
Retro Video Game Night, Castle Island Brewing, Boston, MA – Step into a nostalgic time warp at our exclusive 21+ Game Night, where we’re turning up the voltage for an unforgettable evening! Immerse yourself in the retro vibes as we present a lineup of classic video games that’ll whisk you back to the good old days. This event will take place on Thursday, March 26 & Friday, March 27 from 7 pm – 10 pm. Registration and more info here.
March 28-29
5th Annual Capital City Craft Festival, Everett Arena, Concord, NH – New Hampshire’s capital welcomes handmade creativity back this March! Join us for the 5th Annual Capital City Craft Festival, a juried indoor arts & craft festival celebrating craftsmanship, community, and thoughtfully made work in Concord, NH. This event will take place on Saturday, March 28 from 10 am – 5 pm and Sunday, March 29 from 10 am – 4 pm. Get tickets and more info here.
March 26
AFSA New England Annual Trade Show, The Venues at the Factory, Manchester, NH – Do not miss out on AFSA NE Annual Trade Show – an intense apprenticeship competition and simultaneous training seminars all day long! Come and join AFSA New England for a day of learning, networking, and fun! Our annual trade show is held at The Venues at the Factory in Manchester, NH, featuring an exciting apprenticeship competition alongside four concurrent training seminars. This event will take place on Thursday, March 26 from 10 am – 4 pm. More info here.
Equal Pay Day Sale, Gondwana & Divine Clothing, Concord, NH – Over the last 3 decades here at Gondwana, we have recognized and brought awareness to disparities in the pay gap between men and women. This year, the average national pay gap for women is 81%, meaning women made 81 cents for every dollar a man earned. Equal pay day falls on Thursday, March 26 this year, the date symbolizing how far women have to work into the new year to earn as much as a man earned in the prior year. This gap, unfortunately, has widened since last year where women made an average of 19% less than men. To celebrate women and recognize the importance of this day, we are having a one day only 19% Off Storewide Sale! This sale will take place on Thursday, March 26 from 10 am – 6 pm. More info here.
Arts Alley Presents: Diner Social at Rose & Rye, Rose & Rye Diner, Concord, NH – The diner doors are open again. Diner Social continues at Rose & Rye – our new series bringing more casual nights to the diner with great drinks, good company, and something new to try each time. Every Diner Social features a different beverage partner as we collaborate, taste, and experiment our way toward shaping our 2026 drink menu. It’s a relaxed chance to discover new pours and enjoy the Rose & Rye atmosphere. Join us Thursday, March 26 starting at 5 pm as we welcome Barr Hill for the evening. Stop by, grab a drink, and see what we’re pouring. Whether you stay for one cocktail or hang out for a while, Diner Social is all about keeping the diner lively and the conversations flowing.
Once Upon A Swap, Once Upon Again Bookstore, Derry, NH – Once Upon a Swap is a lively, cocktail-style book exchange where stories change hands and the energy is just chaotic enough to be fun. This event will take place on Thursday, March 26 starting at 6:30 pm. Doors at 6:15 pm. Get tickets and more info here.
Boston Duck Tours Opening Day, Boston, MA – Boston Duck Tours returns for the 2026 season! Grab your tickets, bring your crew, and get ready to join us on Opening Day, Friday, March 27! Get tickets here.
Lego Afternoon, Manchester City Library, Winchell Room, Manchester, NH – On Friday, March, 27, from 3 pm – 4:30 pm, kids ages 3-12 can drop by the Winchell Room for Lego Afternoon. You can build a cool Lego creation from our 10,000 pieces for our display cases. For more information, please call 624-6550 ext. 7628.
Wild & Scenic® Film Festival 2026 seventeenth anniversary, BNH Stage, Concord, NH – This is the seventeenth year that the New Hampshire Rivers Council has hosted this sold-out event. The Wild & Scenic® Film Festival provides environmentally conscious organizations an opportunity to showcase films as a way to reach into their communities and inspire citizens to effect environmental change. The Festival offers a way for viewers to get energized and empowered to work in the community and get involved in the Council’s initiatives and other projects. This event will take place on Friday, March 27 from 5:30 pm – 9:45 pm. Get tickets and more info here.
The Megan House Foundation Music Bingo, Mount Pleasant Golf Club, Lowell, MA – Get ready for a fun night of music, bingo, prizes, and community. This lively event is a great way to support recovery while enjoying a night out with friends. This event will take place on Friday, March 27 from 6 pm – 11 pm. More info here.
Horror Book Club, Bound Together, Nashua, NH – The Horror book club chose to meet again on Friday, March 27 at 6 pm. They will be discussing when the wolf comes home by Nat Cassidy. New members welcome! More info here.
Easing Heartbreak Hill 5K: Don’t Forget Your Wings, Northeast Delta Dental, Concord, NH – Join us on at Delta Dental for the 12th annual EHH 5K! This feel-good event is sure to bring you joy! All proceeds go to Dana-Farber! This event will take place on Saturday, March 28 from 9 am – 12 pm. Get tickets here.
Free Egg Hunt, Greeley Park, Nashua, NH – Come see the Easter Bunny, hunt some eggs, get your face painted and more! Please reserve tickets for CHILDREN ONLY. Note certain times for younger kids only. Don’t forget to bring your basket or bag for collecting eggs! We look forward to seeing you there! This event will take place on Saturday, March 28 from 10 am – 1 pm. More info here.
GenXpo, Nashua Senior Activity Center, Nashua, NH – This free-to-attend expo will include a variety of entertainment and leisure companies, businesses and service providers of all kinds, who have offerings targeted toward the needs and interests of those age 50 and beyond. Financial planners, travel agencies, local activities, home improvement, adult learning, healthcare and fitness, insurance, senior life and housing, etc. This Saturday, March 28 from 10 am – 1 pm, join fellow Gen Xers, Baby Boomers and anyone else interested at the Nashua Senior Activity Center for the return of the GenXpo! More info here.
Easter Craft Fair With the Easter Bunny, Courtyard by Marriott, Nashua, NH – Join us for a fun-filled day celebrating local creativity, small businesses, and all things spring! This indoor craft fair will feature a variety of local artisans and vendors offering beautifully handmade goods, including custom jewelry, handcrafted candles, body soaps, Easter gifts, home décor, and more—perfect for Easter baskets or treating yourself. This event will take place on Saturday, March 28 from 10 am – 3 pm at The Event Center. More info here.
Jewett Street School’s Third Annual Craft Fair, Jewett Street School Gym, Manchester, NH – This exciting event features a variety of talented local crafters offering unique, handmade items. Shop beautiful jewelry, natural dog treats, 3D creations, mosaic art, crochet items, and so much more! Perfect for gifts and treating yourself while supporting Jewett Street School. Hope to see you there! This event will take place on Saturday, March 28 from 10 am – 3 pm. More info here.
Spring Celebration, Manchester City Library – Winchell Room, Manchester, NH – Let’s celebrate the arrival of Spring with a celebration on Saturday, March 28 beginning at 11 am in the Winchell Room. Join Ms. Karyn for fun spring stories, make a simple craft and go on a small egg hunt on the library lawn. Children ages 1-7 years old are invited to this celebration. Registration is recommended. For more information, please call at 624-6550 ext, 7628. Register here.
Dungeons & Dragons: Young Adventurers!, Manchester True Collaborative (YWCA), Manchester, NH – Calling all adventurers in grades 6 to 12! Join NH Outright at the Manchester True Collaborative Center to play Dungeons & Dragons on the LAST SATURDAY of each month from 11 am to 2 pm! Any LGBTQ+ or allied youth in grades 6 to 12 can play! You do NOT need any D&D experience to join! FREE PIZZA FOR ALL ATTENDEES! More info here.
MANCHESTER NO KINGS 3, City Hall Plaza, Manchester, NH – We are showing up together again on March 28. When our families are under attack and costs are pushing people to the brink, silence is not an option. We will defend ourselves and our communities against this administration’s unjust and cruel acts of violence. America does not belong to strongmen, greedy billionaires, or those who rule through fear. It belongs to us, the people. This event will take place on Saturday, March 28 from 12 pm – 2 pm. More info here.
Night Shift Springfest Market, Night Shift Brewing, Boston, MA – Spring is officially popping off at our place! Join us this Saturday, March 28 from 12 pm – 5 pm for a feel-good, shop-local, dance-a-little kind of day as we team up with Boston Women’s Market for our very own Springfest Celebration! Shop small. Sip cute. Eat amazing food. Vibe to live music. Win cool stuff. Repeat. Bring your friends, your mom, your coworker you like, and your spring energy. We’ll handle the fun. More info here.
Queen City Black Market, Manchester Masonic Temple, Manchester, NH – RUNNING IT BACK FOR 2026. THE WEIRDEST THING TO COME TO MANCHESTER. DID YOU KNOW? This year’s Queen City Black Market will have an entire day’s lineup of performers and attractions! Come listen to live music, see some weird performances, hear a few jokes, and maybe even see a ghost before you leave! Queen City Black Market will take place on Saturday, March 28 from 1 pm – 8 pm at the Manchester Masonic Temple (1505 Elm St, Manchester, NH 03103)! More info here.
Puppy Yoga, Aerial Moon, Nashua, NH – What could be better than the whole body wellness yoga 🧘♀️ provides? PUPPY YOGA! Adoptable pups at that! Join Aerial Moon&Motley Mutts Rescue Saturday March 28 for an afternoon of fun & furry yoga! Plus this is an *adoption event & fundraiser! There will be raffles like free private aerial lessons, reiki sessions, Hair Care by Madi and so much more. 100% of the raffle proceeds will go towards Motley’s mission of saving dogs. There are two sessions taking place on Saturday, March 28: 1:30 pm – 2:15 pm and 3 pm – 3:45 pm. More info here.
Women, War, and Revolution, Honey Cup Cafe & Tearoom, Manchester, NH – MANCHESTER! Join us March 28 to study and discuss “Women, War, and Revolution” from the socialist feminist magazine, Breaking the Chains to help gain a greater understanding of the historical role women have played in the fight for peace. No pre-reading required! This event will take place on Saturday, March 28 from 5 pm – 7:30 pm at Honey Cup Cafe & Tearoom.
The Weird Girl Market, Wicked Axe, Haverhill, MA – Join us for a celebration of the cultural tastemakers of society and support femxle owned businesses. “Weird girl” is simply a vibe, a state of being, and a way of life. Weird girls of all walks of life and representations welcome! This 21+ event will take place on Saturday, March 28 from 5 pm – 9 pm. More info here.
Meet Your Match: The State House, Brothers Cortado, Concord, NH – Meet Your Match: The State House is a speed-dating-style event where you can expect real talk, power + passion, and serious civic chemistry. Curious about what it’s like to run for office + serve in the State House? This is your chance to find out that you and public service are meant to be. This event will take place on Saturday, March 28 from 6 pm – 8 pm. Get tickets and more info here.
Raise a Glass – Raise Hope Fundraiser, Spyglass Brewing Company, Nashua, NH – Please join us for a night of food, friends, beer, and a chance to win great prizes! All proceeds benefit cancer research and support Laura’s Boston Marathon fundraising goal. This event will take place on Saturday, March 28 from 6 pm – 10 pm. More info here.
The Official Queen City Black Market After Party, The Shaskeen, Manchester, NH – Join us for the official Queen City Black Market After Party featuring Overtime‘s EP RELEASE! This event is 21+ and will take place at The Shaskeen Pub on Saturday, March 28 starting at 8 pm.
2000s Throwback Party, Rhythm & Roots Studio, Manchester, NH – Whether you show up in full Y2K fashion or just ready to dance, this night is all about letting loose, singing along, and reliving the era that defined a generation. This 21+ event will take place on Saturday, March 28 starting at 9 pm. RSVP is required. Get tickets here.
March 29
Bunny’s Breakfast Bash, Dave & Buster’s, Manchester, NH – Enjoy exclusive early access to Dave & Buster’s for a family morning full of breakfast, an exciting egg hunt, games with the Bunny, and festive photo opportunities. Skip the mall crowds and celebrate with us instead – don’t forget your camera! This event will take place on Sunday, March 29. Doors – 8:45 am. Showtime – 9 am. Get tickets here.
The Brighton Bazaar, Brighton Elks Lodge, Brighton MA – The Elks Lodge Bazaar returns for its 5th year! Join us for our 2026 opening day. Join us this Sunday, March 29, 11 am – 6 pm: 100+ vendors will pop-up at 326 Washington St. 02135 in Boston to sell art, vinyl, vintage & more! Live music after show. Pets welcome throughout. Admission: FREE, all ages. More info here.
FOUND Mega Market, SoWa Power Station, Boston, MA – Boston’s BIGGEST vintage market is here! FOUND is back and popping up in SoWa Boston on Sunday, March 29 from 12 pm – 5 pm! Shop from OVER 100 vendors of New England’s best vintage and sustainable style curators inside an iconic architectural Boston event space. This event is free to attend! More info here.
Easter Cookie Decorating Class, Rockingham Brewing Company, Derry, NH – Get ready to channel your decorator and elevate your cookie game at our Easter Cookie Decorating Class! This event will take place on Sunday, March 29 from 2 pm – 3:30 pm. Get tickets here.
Sal’s Mascot March Pizza Camp, Sal’s Pizza, Derry, NH – Kids will start by receiving their own take-home Sal’s apron and chef hat. They’ll decorate their hats and pizza boxes before heading into the kitchen in small groups to learn how to make their very own pizza. Once the pizzas are in the oven, we’ll read a fun pizza story together. When the pizzas are ready, everyone will sit down to eat, celebrate, and take photos before graduating from Pizza Camp and receiving their very own certificates. This event will take place on Sunday, March 29 from 2 pm – 4 pm. Get tickets here.
Planning Ahead?
March 30: Board Game Speed Dating, Manchester, NH
April 3: 2026 Nashua Craft and Vendor Expo, Nashua, NH
April 11: Spring Speed Dating at Stark Brewing Company, Manchester, NH
April 12: Kids Con New England, Nashua, NH
April 12: Randy’s Cheeseburger Picnic (Trailer Park Boys), Manchester, NH
April 12: 31st Annual NSKS Run and Walk for Food & Shelter, Nashua, NH
April 17-19: Made In NH Expo 2026, Manchester, NH
April 20: Park2Park Community Clean-up, Manchester, NH
May 9: 50th Annual Crafts in the Park, Andover, MA
May 15-16: 2026 Northeast Coffee Festival, Concord, NH
June 27: Manchester Pride Parade & Festival, Manchester, NH