Spring is in the air this weekend! With seasonal markets, poetry readings, flower stamp painting, book fairs and more, it’s abloom with an abundance of ways to get out and enjoy the fair weather.

Do the local music and arts scene put more of a spring into your step when the weather warms up? Check out our Weekly Entertainment report for live music and lively arts in and around Southern NH.

Multi-day events:

April 9-11

6th ANNUAL New England Quilt Expo, DoubleTree by Hilton, Manchester, NH – The 6th ANNUAL New England Quilt Expo features over 200 quilts on display, over 30 Vendors, Demonstrations, Classes, Charitable Organizations and Evening Social Events. Ages 16 and under FREE with paying adult, Single day admission $15, Three day admission $20. Quilt Show and Vendors Hours: Thursday, April 9, 9 am – 5 pm / Friday, April 10, 9 am – 5 pm / Saturday, April 11, 9 am – 3 pm. More info here.

April 10-12

Indoor Scottish Festival, Memorial High School, Manchester, NH – Thursday April 9- Saturday, April 11. Main event is April 10. (Check website for event info for Friday evening and Sunday) 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Manchester Memorial High School, 1 Crusader Way, Manchester, NH 03103. FREE

April 11-12

Salvage Angel’s Anniversary Event Weekend, Salvage Angel, Norwood, MA – We’re celebrating 13 years of Salvage Angel! Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 11 & Sunday, April 12 and come celebrate with us. Inside the shop you’ll find 70+ local small businesses with vintage finds, furniture, clothing, handmade art and so much more. Our indoor/outdoor pop-up market will also be back with 35+ vendors each day from 11 am – 4 pm. We’ll have dozens of FREE raffle prizes donated by our amazing vendors all weekend long.

April 9

Preschool Storytime – Milly Comfort Pony Visit, Manchester City Library – Winchell Room, Manchester, NH – Families with preschoolers 3-5 years old are invited to join Miss Amanda for some Preschool fun! There will be longer stories, games, music, dancing and occasional crafts to take home. Please choose one session to attend of this very popular storytime. This event will take place on Thursday, April 9 from 10 am – 11 am. These storytimes are drop-in; no registration is needed. For more information, please call 603-624-6550.

Teen Thursdays, Manchester City Library – Winchell Room, Manchester, NH – Every Thursday, come hang out in the Winchell Room after school. We’ll have snacks, arts and craft supplies, Nintendo Switch, and other games. Once or twice a month we’ll have a special structured craft or activity. This event will take place on Thursday, April 9 from 3 pm – 4:30 pm. Check the teen website for further details. For teens in grades 6 – 12.

Beans and Garlic – Garden Musts, Nashua Public Library – Theater, Nashua, NH – Beans and Garlic – Garden Musts! In-Person. Improve your knowledge of these easy-to-grow garden staples. Learn about how and why to grow both, preserving tips, and how to “perennialize” garlic! This event will take place on Thursday, April 9 from 6 pm – 7 pm. More info here.

Poetry Salon, The Eleventh Letter Writing Gallery, Concord, NH – Let’s gather for an evening of shared work, minds, and creative spirits! All are welcome! This event will take place on Thursday, April 9 from 6 pm – 8 pm. Get tickets here.

Disney Trivia, Wine on Main, Concord, NH – Put your Disney knowledge to the test while enjoying themed cupcakes and a wine tasting. Win prizes! This event will take place on Thursday, April 9 from 6:30 pm – 8 pm. Get tickets here.

April 10

Elementary Art – Flower Stamp Painting, Manchester City Library – Winchell Room, Manchester, NH – Kids in grades K-5, do you love to create fun art projects? Lets make some beautiful flowers using everyday materials. Registration is required to make sure we have enough supplies on-hand. This event will take place on Friday, April 10 from 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm. For more information, please call 603-624-6550 ext. 7628.

Diner Social, Rose & Rye Diner, Concord, NH – Join us on Friday, April 10 from 5 pm – 9 pm as we welcome Concord Craft Brewing 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. Free to attend. More info here.

Build the May Day Shutdown, Honey Cup Cafe & Tearoom, Manchester, NH – Come learn the tools you can use to talk with your neighbors and small business owners throughout Manchester about how they can act in solidarity with working people on May Day. This event will take place on Friday, April 10 starting at 6 pm. More info here.

DIY Lowell Chill Night Chili & Stew Contest, Lowell Community Charter School, Lowell, MA – The DIY Lowell fundraiser with multicultural chili and stew tasting, music, drinks, community awards, and the famous DIY Sundae Bar! The Community Chill Night is DIY Lowell’s annual community-building fundraiser. Register early and pay a $10 suggested–but no minimum–donation, sample as many of the chilis and stews you want. ($15 suggested donation at the door, $8 suggested for 18 and under). This event will take place on Friday, April 10 from 6 pm – 8 pm. More info here.

NightOUT with the Free Range Revue: Isle of Sapphos, Capitol Center for the Arts, Concord, NH – Are you ready to return to the ISLE of SAPPHOS? It’s time for our annual celebration of all things Sapphic as the Free Range Revue returns on April 10 with Isle of Sapphos! Come and see the celebration of the feminine. Let’s bring you back to a world where art, love, cabaret and fabulousness are the ONLY laws! Expect a wild mix of drag, burlesque and cabaret performances all celebrating the glorious LGBTQ+ community! Dance with us into the night with beats from the incomparable DJ SwayDai. This 18+ event will take place on Friday, April 10 starting at 7:30 pm. Doors at 6:30 pm. More info here.

Surface Design Workshop, Kimball Jenkins, Concord, NH – We are excited to host a surface design workshop with the fantastic Kim Pratt this spring. Sign up on our website to join this exciting opportunity to uniquely design your pottery! This workshop will take place on Saturday, April 11 from 9 am – 12 pm. More info here.

Horror Book Festival: A Celebration of Fear, Ashland Public Library, Ashland, MA – The Ashland MA Public Library’s Horror Book Festival is back with a full day dedicated to horror literature, bringing together acclaimed authors, booksellers, and fans for a festival of panels, discussions, interactive games, and events. The program will feature conversations with a lineup of notable writers, along with a special panel celebrating the anthology The End of the World As We Know It: New Tales of Stephen King’s The Stand, inspired by The Stand. **Admission is FREE, but please pre-register** and invite your horror-loving friends! This event will take place on Saturday, April 11 from 9:30 am – 4 pm. More info here.

Decoration Making, Queerlective Co-Lab, Manchester, NH – Help us get ready for Reduce, Reuse, Upcycle. Join us for a casual decoration-making day where we’ll be turning everyday materials into something fun for the event. We’ll have plenty of upcycled supplies to work with including lots of cardboard, plus a hands-on activity led by Lauren where you can make suncatchers out of old water bottles. This event will take place on Saturday, April 11 starting at 11 am. Register here.

HeARTwork Arts Market, Kimball Jenkins Carriage House, Concord, NH – HeARTwork is a seasonal artisan market series celebrating the heart, soul, shine, and life of creative work. An artful journey between seasons, HeARTwork centers the people behind the work — inviting our artists to share not only what they create, but the care, intention, and creative spirit that shape it. Join us on Saturday, April 11 from 11 am – 4 pm for our final market in the HeARTwork series, in partnership with Kimball Jenkins. More info here.

17th Annual SouperFest, Concord Community Center, Concord, NH – The Concord Coalition to End Homelessness (CCEH) is thrilled to announce its 17th Annual SouperFest, a community gathering to enjoy many of Concord’s most sought-after soups while raising awareness of and funding for CCEH’s work to end homelessness. This event will take place on Saturday, April 11 from 11 am – 1 pm. More info here.

Workshop: Stop the Bleed, Rhythm & Roots Studio, Manchester, NH – This is one of those skills you hope you never need but you’ll be glad you have. Join us on Saturday, April 11 from 11:30 am – 12:30 pm for a hands-on Stop the Bleed training. Learn how to respond in real emergencies and potentially save a life! Limited spots, sign up on our website! Sign up here.

Providence Thrift Market, Bally’s Event Lawn, Providence, RI – Enjoy 40+ Vendors, Free Drinks, Giveaways, Live DJs, Food Trucks, Local Brands and much more! Don’t miss this one day event and come be apart of our FIRST event in the city. This free event will take place on Saturday, April 11 from 12 pm – 6 pm. More info here.

Genealogy Workshop, New Hampshire Historical Society, Concord, NH – Join us for Genealogy Workshop: Researching Women in the American Revolution on Saturday, April 11, from 1 pm – 4 pm. Men were certainly not the only ones affected by-or involved in-the American Revolution. Registration required. More info here.

Speed Dating Event | Ages 50 and Up, Stark Brewing Company, Manchester, NH – Single? Experience real conversations and real chemistry in a fun, relaxed setting! This Mixerup Event is for Men and Women ages 50 and up! During this fun and fast-paced event, you’ll rotate through a series of timed interactions with fellow attendees— about 7 minutes each. Aim to arrive early, so you have plenty of time to check in and enjoy a drink before the rounds begin at 2:30 pm! This event will take place on Saturday April 11 from 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm. Reserve a spot here.

April 12

Kids Con New England, Sheraton, Nashua, NH – New England’s Favorite Comic Con for Kids & Children’s Book Event! Meet amazing family-friendly artists, comic & children’s book creators, exhibitors, superheroes, princesses, Pokemon, Bluey, Mickey, Muppets, Star Wars characters & more! This event will take place on Sunday, April 12 from 10 am – 4 pm. More info here.

The Breakfast Club: An 80’s Brunch, Local Street Eats, Nashua, NH – 80’s Drag Brunch in Nashua! High-energy kings & queens, comedy, big hair & bold cocktails. Inclusive, electric & unforgettable. This event will take place on Sunday, April 12 from 11 am – 2 pm. Get tickets here.

31st NSKS Annual Run/Walk for Food & Shelter, Rivier University, Nashua, NH – Join us for this annual tradition by either running in our USATF Certified 5K or 10K Race or walking on our 3K course! Your donation helps fund the programs and services we provide for individuals and families experiencing homelessness, hunger, or economic hardship. We look forward to welcoming competitive and recreational runners and walkers to our annual fundraiser! This event will take place on Sunday, April 12 starting at 1 pm. Register here.

Spring Succulent Beer Garden, Frogg Brewing, Swanzey, NH – Join us for a Spring Succulent Beer Garden, sipping on cold brews surrounded by beautiful succulents in upcycled beer cans. Let’s sip, paint, and plant! This event will take place on Sunday, April 12 from 1 pm – 3 pm. More info here.

Boozy Book Fair, Epigram Brewery, Tyngsboro, MA – Shop local with a twist! Lala books is teaming up once again with Epigram Brewery for a boozy book fair to kick off the spring! No tickets, no pressure — just good books, cold drinks, and great people. Bring your friends, bring the kids, and kick off your spring book-fair style… with booze! This event will take place on Sunday, April 12 from 1 pm – 5 pm.

THE GREAT DAIQ OFF 2026, 815 Cocktails & Provisions, Manchester, NH – Join us for THE GREAT DAQ OFF 2026, our 3rd annual celebration of all things daquiri! Get ready to indulge in a variety of delicious daquiris crafted by talented mixologists. From classic flavors to innovative twists, there’s a daquiri for every taste bud. Whether you’re a daiquiri connoisseur or just looking for a fun Sunday afternoon out, this event is not to be missed! This event will take place on Sunday, April 12 from 3 pm – 7 pm. Get tickets here.

Let’s Dance!, Breakaway Cafe, Dover, NH – This April, Give & Gather is partnering with Black Lives Matter New Hampshire for a special evening rooted in connection, dancing, community, and collective care. Held at Breakaway Cafe, a community-minded coffee shop, this gathering will blend shared food, dancing, art, conversation, and mutual support. In a time when so many forces try to divide us, this collaboration is about coming together, amplifying joy, strengthening local relationships, and remembering that community is something we build actively, together. This event will take place on Sunday, April 12 from 5 pm – 8 pm. More info here.

Randy’s Cheeseburger Picnic (Trailer Park Boys), Jewel Music Venue, Manchester, NH – The lovable character, Randy, from Trailer Park Boys fame, brings his hilarious comedy act Randy‘s Cheeseburger Picnic for a night of laughter. A comedy act filled with Trailer Park Boys’ shenanigans, songs, contests and prizes will surely lift your spirits. Tell your frown to Frig Off and get ready for a good time with Randy Bobandy himself! This 21+ will take place on Sunday, April 12 starting at 8 pm. Doors at 7 pm. More info here.

Planning Ahead?

April 17-19: Made In NH Expo 2026, Manchester, NH

April 18: Southern NH Healthy KidsFest 2026, Nashua, NH

April 20: Park2Park Community Clean-up, Manchester, NH

April 25: Nashua Sustainability Fair, Nashua, NH

April 25: 13th Annual Independent Bookstore Day, USA

May 9: 50th Annual Crafts in the Park, Andover, MA

May 15-16: St. Philip Greek Food Festival, Nashua, NH

May 15-16: 2026 Northeast Coffee Festival, Concord, NH

May 22: Renaissance on the Riverwalk, Nashua, NH

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

Aug. 1: Paranormal Truth Seekers Expo, Nashua, NH