It’s almost time to watch a bunch of well-cushioned dudes throw a pig skin around for a big trophy again! If you’re anything like me, you’ll be staring at your phone for the majority of Super Bowl LX while paying super close attention to the commercials in between all the tackles and touchdowns – and Bad Bunny for about 15 minutes during the half time show. Wherever you’ll be and whatever you’ll be paying attention to, don’t miss out on the many snacks, beers and community bonding to be had! LET’S GO PATS!!!

Rather have a weekend rich with music and the arts? Check out our Weekly Entertainment report for live music and lively arts in and around Southern NH.

Multi-day Event:

Feb. 7-8

Crotched Mountain Women in Powder Weekend, Crotched Mountain, Bennington, NH – Join us in person for Women in Powder at Crotched Mountain! It’s the perfect chance to connect with fellow powder-loving ladies, share stories, and enjoy some fresh mountain air. Whether you’re hitting the slopes or just soaking up the vibes, this event is all about fun, friendship, and female pow-power. Don’t miss out on this awesome weekend on the mountain! This event will take place on Saturday, Feb. 7 & Sunday, Feb. 8. Get tickets here.

Feb. 5

Preschool Storytime, Manchester City Library, 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, Feb. 5 from 10 am – 11 am in the Winchell Room at the Manchester City Library. These storytimes are drop-in; no registration is needed. For more information, please call 603-624-6550.

School Connect: Wards 10, 11 & 12, Middle School at Parkside, Manchester, NH – School Connect: Wards 10, 11 & 12, hosted by Manchester School District. Families are invited to hear school updates, participate in a family Q&A, explore community resources, and connect with school and district leaders. This event will take place on Thursday, Feb. 5 from 5 pm – 7 pm at Middle School at Parkside. Multilingual interpretation will be provided. All families welcome! Register here.

Feb. 6

Valentine’s Party, Manchester City Library, Manchester, NH – Wear your best Valentine’s outfit and join Miss Amanda and Miss Karyn for fun Valentine stories, cookies and tea AKA juice. This program is for kids ages 1-5 years old. This event will take place on Friday, Feb. 6 from 10 am – 11 am. Registration is required to make sure we have enough supplies for everyone. For more information, please call 603-624-6550 ext. 7628.

Date Night Clay Workshop, Kimball Jenkins Ceramics Studio, Concord, NH – It’s a hangout or a date night in the pottery studio! Join us for a basic wheel throwing workshop where you and a partner will enjoy a relaxed and creative evening together. It will be filled with plenty of clay, joy, and laughs. This class is ideal for people looking to experience clay for the first time with someone special to them. $100 per two person pair | Purchasing a spot in this workshop reserves a spot for you and one additional person. This class will take place on Friday, Feb. 6 from 7 pm – 9 pm and is for adults 21 and older! More info here.

Feb. 7

Ice Fishing Derby, The Haverhill Hound, Rod & Gun Club, Haverhill, MA – The Haverhill Hound, Rod & Gun Club is excited to announce the return of its annual Ice Fishing Derby, set for Saturday, Feb. 7 from 7 am – 3 pm. Registration at 6 am. This event, which welcomes families and the broader community, will take place on Chadwick Pond at the HHRG Club, located at 10 Larch Rd in the Bradford area of Haverhill. Entry Fee: $10 per person; children 14 and younger participate free with a paid adult. More info here.

Family Friendly Clay Hand-building Workshop, Pottery Mill, Lowell, MA – Enjoy a fun morning with your kids making your own clay creations! This time is open to all projects but staff are ready with lots of ideas and planned projects too. Alongside making, you’ll also be glazing your work; show off those paint skills and customize your work with any of our colors! This event will take place on Saturday, Feb. 7 from 10:30 am – 12:30 pm. More info here.

Binding Opinions Book Club, Bound Together, Nashua, NH – Looking for a community to share thoughts on your latest read? Join our innovative book club, where members exchange book recommendations and discuss their current reads. The club meets every first Saturday of the month, commencing Saturday, Feb. 7 at 11 am. More info here.

HeARTwork, Kimball Jenkins, Concord, NH – The Concord Arts Market is back at Kimball Jenkins on Saturday, Feb. 7, from 11 am – 4 pm! Join us in our Carriage House to browse art and works by local vendors, enjoy gallery viewing for the Women’s Caucus for Art NH Chapter’s latest exhibition, KJ faculty demos, interactive art activities, and more. 11 am – 4 pm: Concord Art Market (Carriage House). 11am – 4pm: Ongoing KJ teacher demos/interactive activities. We can’t wait to get creative with you! More info here.

Roll Out & Paint: A Night for NH Roller Derby!, Artful Expressions, Derry, NH – This isn’t your typical landscape painting class. In the spirit of Valentine’s (and Galentine’s!), our theme is “Paint Your Partner.” Whether it’s your significant other, your best friend, or your favorite derby “wife,” you’ll spend the evening painting a portrait of them while they paint one of you! It’s guaranteed to be full of laughs, and you’ll walk away with a one-of-a-kind keepsake. The Best Part? We are proud to support NHRD’s 2026 season. $15 from every single ticket goes directly to the league. This event will take place on Saturday, Feb. 7 from 1 pm – 3 pm. Sign up here.

Free Family Concert, Nashua Public Library, Nashua, NH – Bring the kids down to the Nashua Public Library for a family-friendly program with audience participation and where they’ll also get introduced to the instruments of the orchestra. Listeners of all ages are invited! Joined by local young soloists, the Nashua Chamber Orchestra will introduce a variety of instruments and musical styles, including works by Beethoven, Bach, and Ravel. This event will take place on Saturday, Feb. 7 from 3 pm – 4 pm in the Chandler Performance Area at the Nashua Public Library.

Fire on Main 2026, 603 Brewery & Beer Hall, Londonderry, NH – Fire on Main is back!! Fire on Main returns to 603 Brewery & Beer Hall on Saturday, Feb. 7, from 3 pm – 9 pm. After welcoming more than 4,500 attendees last year, this free, family-friendly community event is back and bigger than ever. The evening centers around several massive bonfires! The first bonfire lighting is scheduled for approximately 5 pm, with a second bonfire to be lit around 7 pm. Enjoy live music from DJ Tori, outdoor fire pits lining Main Street, and a wide variety of food and beverage options from local vendors across New Hampshire. An outdoor patio cocktail pop-up will also be featured, hosted by 815 Cocktails & Provisions of Manchester, NH, alongside a beer tent for guests 21+. More info here.

Bored Teachers: “Is It Friday Yet?!” Comedy Tour, Lowell Memorial Auditorium, Lowell, MA – They’ve graded the papers, survived the staff meetings, and lost their last ounce of patience… and now they’re taking it out on stage! Bored Teachers is BACK with brand-new jokes, bigger laughs, and the most relatable teacher comedy you’ll ever hear. This event will take place on Saturday, Feb. 7, starting at 7:30 pm. Get tickets here.

Feb. 8

Chocolate Kiss Valentine Mice Workshop, Manchester Craft Market, Mall of NH, Manchester, NH – Join us in the Manchester Craft Market Classroom space to create some cute little chocolate heart mice for valentines day. Make as many as you’d like within this one hour session. Paper, chocolate, and supplies included. This workshop will take place on Sunday, Feb. 8 from 3 pm – 4 pm. Get tickets here.

Super Bowl Sunday, The Derryfield Restaurant, Manchester, NH – Celebrate Super Bowl Sunday at the Derryfield Restaurant with wheel drinks & food specials. Featuring a complimentary half time buffet with an array of super bowl snacks. This event will take place on Sunday, Feb. 8 from 4 pm – 10 pm.

Big Game All-You-Can-Eat Pizza and Wings Watch Party, UNO Pizzeria & Grill, Concord, NH – We heard there’s a Big Football Game on Feb. 8th. Come watch the Big Game at UNO and score with our All-You-Can-Eat Pizza and Wings for only $29.99. Cost is per person (cannot be shared). The deal includes 2 drinks of your choice. Purchase your ticket here and join us on Sunday Feb. 8 from 5 pm – 11 pm. Now that’s a hot ticket!

Planning Ahead?

Feb. 13: The Bookery’s Galentine’s Day Soirée, Manchester, NH

Feb. 14: Valentine’s Comedy Show at the Event Center, Milford, NH

Feb. 14: Valentines Dinner @ Ya Mas In Aphrodite’s Love Garden, Salem, NH

Feb. 14: Mosaic Art Collective’s ‘Peaceful Rebellion’ Opening Reception, Manchester, NH

Feb. 18: Annual Guinness Beer Dinner, Nashua, NH

Feb. 19: Axe Throwing Speed Dating, Manchester, NH

Feb. 20: 5th Annual Kiwanis Comedy Show, Manchester, NH

March 5: Granite Game Summit Spring 2026, Nashua, NH

March 12-15: Currier Museum of Art’s ‘Bloom 2026’, Manchester, NH

March 14: Team Wishing on a Star 80’s Dance Party, Bedford, NH

March 22: 12th Annual Easter Family Fun Day, Nashua, NH