This weekend offers up a springtime smorgasbord of options for the weekend warriors brave enough to enjoy the sweet frenzy of freedom the next few days have in store. From carnival food, to coffee, to Greek food, and beyond, you just have to get out and taste it!

Is your refined palate more primed for the entertainment and arts being served up this weekend? Check out our Weekly Entertainment report for live music and lively arts in and around Southern NH.

Multi-day events:

May 14-17

Concord Kiwanis Fair Spring Carnival, Everett Arena, Concord, NH – Rides, Games, Food, & Family Fun! This year’s Spring Carnival will take place Thursday, May 14 – Sunday, May 17. Thursday: 5 pm – 10 pm / Friday: 5 pm – 11 pm / Saturday: 12 pm – 11 pm / Sunday: 12 pm – 5pm. Tickets: 1 Ticket = $1 / 25 Tickets = $25 / 40 Tickets = $35. Cash and card accepted at ticket booths. The number of tickets required for rides range from 4-6 tickets. Get unlimited rides with $30 wristband specials: Thursday: 5 pm – 10 pm / Saturday: 12 pm – 5 pm / Sunday: 12 pm – 5 pm. More info here.

May 15-16

Northeast Coffee Festival 2026, Concord, NH – The Northeast Coffee Festival’s mission is to celebrate the vibrant specialty coffee culture and the rich tradition of the Northeast by bringing together coffee enthusiasts, industry professionals, and local communities in a joyous and immersive two-day event. We strive to create a unique and inclusive platform where attendees can indulge in the art, science, and flavors of coffee, fostering a deeper appreciation for the craft and its impact on the region’s social, economic, and cultural fabric. The Coffee Educational Programming requires the purchase of a badge and will be hosted at the BNH Stage, Hotel Concord, and Arts Alley in downtown Concord. The FREE Community Market will take place on Friday, May 14 from 10 am – 8 pm and Saturday, May 15 from 8 am – 8 pm on S Main St, featuring Vendors, Live Music, Food Trucks, and more! We can’t wait for NECF on May 15-16, 2026! Purchase passes here.

St. Philip Greek Food Festival, St. Philip Greek Orthodox Church, Nashua, NH – Come enjoy the St. Philip Greek Food Festival on the grounds of St. Philip Greek Orthodox Church in Nashua, New Hampshire on May 15 & May 16, from 11 am-9 pm. Experience authentic Greek food lovingly made by our parishioners in our commercial kitchen. Join friends and family for a true taste of Greece in New Hampshire! LIVE Greek music and Greek dancing! More info here.

May 14

Crowned Heads Swag Event, Twins Smoke Shop & Lounge, Londonderry, NH – Stop by Twins Londonderry on Thursday, May 14 from 4 pm – 8 pm to meet Brett from Crowned Heads Cigars. Learn about the lineup, check out the specials, and grab some swag!

Chelmsford DEIC AAPI Rice Festival 2026, McCarthy Middle School Cafe, Chelmsford, MA – Come join the Chelmsford DEIC and McCarthy Alliance Club for the 1st Rice Festival. The celebration will include: International Rice Dishes; Music; Dancing; Games; Activities. This event will take place on Thursday, May 14 from 5 pm – 7:30 pm. More info here.

Nashua International Sculpture Symposium, Picker Artists’ Studios, Nashua, NH – The Nashua International Sculpture Symposium is an annual community event by the Nashua Sculpture Project, designed to elevate the awareness and appreciation of public art in Nashua. Through its unique format, the Symposium allows Nashua residents and visitors the dynamic opportunity to engage directly with guest sculptors from around the world and experience ‘art in the making’. Nashua has the distinction of being the only city in the U.S. which hosts an annual international sculpture symposium. Opening Reception will take place on Thursday, May 14 from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm. More info here.

Catch Em’ Card Show: Show on the Road, Murphy’s Taproom, Bedford, NH – Join us for a special edition of New England’s favorite midweek trading card and collectibles event, now in a brand-new city! Dive into a night of Pokémon, sports cards, Magic the Gathering, One Piece, and more—right in the heart of New Hampshire. This event will take place on Thursday, May 14 from 6 pm – 10 pm.

May 15

Not Your Average Tea Party: Tea-Stained Art Social, Gnomies, Concord, NH – Join us for a playful 90-minute Tea-Stained Art Social at Gnomies. Sip tea while creating beautiful art on tea-stained papers using simple mixed-media techniques. Susan will share a few fascinating ideas inspired by Jungian symbolism and creative journaling to spark your imagination. This event will take place on Friday, May 15 from 2 pm – 3:30 pm at Gnomies cafe, board game lounge, and dry bar in Concord. Get tickets here.

Free Wine Tasting, Wine on Main, Concord, NH – Join us on Friday, May 15 from 5 pm – 7 pm for a FREE spring wine tasting with Tom from Pearl Lake! He always brings outstanding new selections focused on old-world wines. More info here.

National Bike to Work Day: Friday Evening Spin w/ Republic Brewing, Queen City Bicycle Collective, Manchester, NH – Join us this Friday for the first group ride of the 2026 season in honor of Bike to Work Day! We’ll start on Friday, May 15 at 5:30 pm at QC Bike at 35 Elm Street and end our ride at Republic Brewing. For more information and future rides check out QCBike.org!

Latin Dance Social, Melaza Dance Studio, Manchester, NH – You kept asking… and we’re delivering! Melaza Latin Dance Socials featuring Latino Vibe 94.9 are officially BACK and happening every 2 weeks starting this May! We’re bringing the vibes, the music, and the energy—but it’s YOUR support that keeps this growing. Let’s continue building a strong, united Latin dance community right here in Manchester, NH. The next Latin Dance Social will take place on Friday, May 15 from 9 pm – 12 am.

May 16

Walk for Sight, New Hampshire State House, Concord, NH – Join us on Saturday, May 16 from 9 am – 1 pm for the 2026 Walk For Sight. Put on by Future In Sight, the Walk For Sight consists of a 1-mile loop through Downtown Concord, starting and ending at the NH State House. We’ll also have a DJ, exciting raffles, the Guiding Eyes puppy kissing booth, and fun photo opportunities! Future in Sight’s signature fundraising event invites clients, advocates, friends, family, and the community out to raise money for and awareness of its mission: to advance the independence of persons who are blind and visually impaired. We are looking for individual Walkers, Teams and Sponsors! Learn more at futureinsight.org/walkforsight.

39th Spring Artisan Craft Fair, St. Peter’s Church, Londonderry, NH – As New Hampshire days grow longer, we look for signs of flowers beginning to bloom, birds returning north and we eagerly look forward to the 39th annual St. Peter’s Spring Artisan Craft fair. This highly anticipated event will occur Saturday, May 16 from 9:30 am – 4 pm, rain or shine, on the grounds of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church located on Mammoth Road at 3 Peabody Row Londonderry NH. Admission and parking are free. More than 65 vendors are expected, along with raffles, a tag sale and snacks from St. Peter’s Bistro. More info here.

Family Stem Day, Nashua High School South, Nashua, NH – Join us at Nashua High School South for our 2nd Annual Family STEM Day! We’ll be featuring family friendly STEM Demonstrations from local organizations for curious minds of all ages. This event will take place on Saturday, May 16 from 10 am – 2 pm. Register here.

GNMH Thrive Stride 5K, Greeley Park, Nashua, NH – It’s a powerful community movement for mental health awareness, hope, and healing. Held annually by Greater Nashua Mental Health, a nonprofit that has been serving the community since 1920, this energizing event brings people of all ages and backgrounds together to walk, run, or roll in support of accessible, compassionate mental health care for all. Whether you’re lacing up your sneakers in memory of a loved one, to celebrate your own journey, or to show solidarity with those still struggling, Thrive Stride 5K is a chance to make every step count. Join us this May, during mental health awareness month, as we stride toward a stronger, more connected community where every story matters and no one walks alone. This event will take place on Saturday, May 16 from 10 am – 1 pm. Register here.

Why Strike? Community Teach In, Manchester City Library – Winchell Room, Manchester, NH – Join us this Saturday, May 16 at 11 am at the Manchester City Library for a community teach in to discuss everything we can win by shutting down businesses as usual. We will discuss victories achieved through strikes and how we can use that momentum to fight for the rights we all deserve!

Cars and Claws: Spring 2026, Mountain Base Brewery, Goffstown, NH – If you haven’t been to a Cars and Claws before, here is the low down: We have a 4 hour rental of the entire brewery! Mountain Base Brewing has a taproom, outdoor patio complete with fire pits and yard games, and we will have a private space in the back of the brewery for the car show. Towards the end of the show there will be a chance to get a group photo for anyone in fur suit, and we will vote to figure out which car wins the Best in Show award! This event will take place on Saturday, May 16 from 11 am – 3 pm. Get tickets here.

Open House, Black Olive Pottery Studio, Concord, NH – Curious about what’s going on at Concord’s newest community pottery studio? Mesmerized by those videos of people throwing giant vases on the wheel? Now’s your chance to come check out our studio and watch it in real time! Peruse our member table where our studio ceramicists will be selling their pieces, watch pottery wheel demonstrations, win door prizes, and participate in a surprise community craft! This event is completely free and all are welcome. Join us on Saturday, May 16 from 12 pm – 4 pm. More info here.

Pickleball Tournament & Social 2026, Westwood Park YMCA, Nashua, NH – The United Way of Greater Nashua invites you to join us for a day filled with fun and friendly competition! Pickleball is one of today’s hottest trends, and it’s a fantastic way to stay active. This exciting event is open to all skill levels and will feature raffles, prizes, and much more! Join us this Saturday, May 16 from 1 pm – 6 pm (arrive by 12:30 p.m.) for the Pickleball Tournament! Register here.

NHRD/ Fisher Cats Fundraiser Benefiting New Hampshire Roller Derby, NH Fisher Cats Stadium, Manchester, NH – New Hampshire Roller Derby is teaming up with the New Hampshire Fisher Cats for a fundraiser benefitting NH Roller Derby! Come to the May 16 Fisher Cats game in Manchester, NH where the percentage of the ticket sales will proceed NH Roller Derby. There will also be a 50/50 raffle, merch, prizes, and more! Come meet us, take pics, and hang! NH Fisher Cats vs. Reading Fightin Phils, Saturday, May 16, 1:05 pm, Delta Dental Stadium, 1 Line Drive in Manchester. Tickets must be purchased through this link in order for the proceeds to go to NH Roller Derby.

In Our Roots Annual Multicultural Fashion Show, West High School Auditorium, Manchester, NH – From bold looks to live performances, these students are bringing down the house this Saturday, May 16 from 2 pm – 4 pm at the West High School Auditorium. Doors open at 1:45 pm. Free admission. Come support, cheer loud, and experience the talent in our community. More info here.

Line Dancing with 603 Line Dance Night, Remix Skate & Event Center, Manchester, NH – Get ready for a Saturday night with friends that’s not quite a dance class, and not quite a night club. Remix brings together line dancing, upbeat music, lights, and a crowd that’s there to have a great time! Whether you’re stepping onto the floor for the first time or you already know the moves, this is the kind of night that makes it easy to join in, loosen up, and stay for the full party! This event will take place on Saturday, May 16 from 9 pm – 11:30 pm. ALL AGES • $20 TICKETS. Get tickets here.

May 17

Bullshit Boutique, The Venues at the Factory, Manchester, NH – Y2K + Vintage Clothing Vendors – One of the first of its kind. Manchester is happy to host Bullshit Boutique, a place where vintage lovers come to meet, shop and explore by offering our customers a selection of carefully curated vintage pieces, we aim to provide stylish alternatives that encourage them to cherish their clothing, reduce their carbon footprint, and make eco-conscious choices. At Bullshit Boutique, we’re not just selling clothes; we’re advocating for a more responsible and fulfilling approach to personal style. This event will take place on Sunday, May 17 from 12 pm – 5 pm. More info here.

Walk Against Hunger, Veterans Park, Manchester, NH – The 36th Annual Walk Against Hunger will take place on Sunday, May 17 at 12 pm, with registration opening at 11 am. The event features a 2.5-mile loop through downtown Manchester, concluding back at the park for a celebration. The after-party will include a DJ, free ice cream, and more! This family-friendly walk is open to all, so bring your friends and family and enjoy the day. Over 650 walkers participated in 2025. Register here.

Inman Eats & Crafts, Inman Square, Cambridge, MA – Join us for a vibrant street fair celebrating the neighborhood’s eclectic shops, incredible makers, and seriously delicious eats. Whether you’re a longtime local or discovering Inman for the first time, this is your chance to experience it all. This event will take place on Sunday, May 17 from 12 pm – 4 pm. More info here.

Londonderry Historical Society Open House, Londonderry Historical Society, Londonderry, NH – Watch history come alive at the Londonderry Historical Society for free tours of the Morrison House Museum, Parmenter barn and Clark blacksmith shop. Watch the Sons of the American Revolution demonstrating military drills with musket firing and period uniforms. This event will take place on Sunday, May 17 from 1 pm – 3 pm. More info here.

Katie Skinner discusses Ada and the Moon, Balin Books, Nashua, NH – Join us for a special storytime with Katie Zito-Skinner as she reads from and discusses her book, Ada and the Moon. This gentle and uplifting story follows Ada, a thoughtful and curious young girl on a journey to understand what it truly means to be strong. Along the way, she learns how to use her voice, set boundaries, and stay true to herself – offering young readers a heartfelt message about kindness, confidence, and inner strength. Katie Zito-Skinner is an educator with seventeen years of experience working with preschool and kindergarten-age children. As a mother of three grown children, she has a deep appreciation for early childhood development. One of her greatest joys is reading to young children and introducing them to the many wonderful picture books available today. This event will take place on Sunday, May 17 at 2 pm. More info here.

Salsa in Lowell, The Hive, Lowell, MA – Please join us for our upcoming salsa event on Sunday, May 17 from 2:30 pm – 5 pm. The schedule is as follows: – 2:30 PM – 3:15 PM: Salsa group class – 3:15 PM – 5:00 PM: Salsa dance social Music will be selected by Franswa, featuring a mix of 80% Salsa and 20% Bachata and Cha-cha. This event is free to attend. However, donations are welcome to support HPM for graciously providing the space. More info here.

Planning Ahead?

May 21: Ink Link Publisher’s Crawl, Nashua, NH

May 21: 2026 Historic Preservation Awards, Manchester, NH

May 22: Renaissance on the Riverwalk, Nashua, NH

May 22: Nashua Republican City Committee 80s Dance Party, Nashua, NH

May 23: Black Heritage Trail NH Ona Judge Mural Unveiling, Portsmouth, NH

May 23: NH Alt Market, Newmarket, NH

May 27: MCL’s May Teen Movie & Pizza, Manchester, NH

May 28: 2026 Taco Tour Manchester, Manchester, NH

May 30: New England Mayhem Market, Windsor, CT

May 30-31: Ready, Set, Lead, Concord, NH

June 27: Manchester Pride Parade & Festival, Manchester, NH