This weekend has got it all – grand openings, trivia nights, open mic nights, dance nights, art markets, and more! Oh yeah, and if you’re a Harry Styles fan, don’t forget to squeeze in some time to listen to his new record: Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally set to be released this Friday. Whatever you decide to do, make the most of it!

Searching for some more arts and music to fill your weekend with? Check out our Weekly Entertainment report for live music and lively arts in and around Southern NH.

Multi-day events:

March 5-8

Granite Game Summit Spring 2026, Doubletree by Hilton, Nashua, NH – 4 Days of Board Gaming in the Granite State! Granite Game Summit is an event focused on social, open board gaming in the Granite State. Our goal is to bring people new and old to the hobby together in a safe, welcoming and friendly environment. This summit will take place on Thursday, March 5, Friday, March 6, Saturday, March 7, and Sunday, March 8 from 10 am – 4 pm each day. Get tickets here.

March 6-8

New Hampshire Outdoor Expo – 2026, The Hampshire Dome, Milford, NH – ALL THINGS FOR THE OUTDOOR ENTHUSIAST! Fishing, Hunting, Kayaks, Boats, Archery, Guns, camping. This expo will take place on Friday, March 6, Saturday, March 7, and Sunday, March 8, from 1 pm – 5 pm each day. Get tickets here.

March 5

Adult Drop In Basketball, Green Street Community Center, Concord, NH – Join us for drop in adult basketball. All abilities welcome. This event will take place on Thursday, March 5 from 12 pm – 2 pm.
Cost: $3 Residents (with ID), $6 non resident. More info here.

Caesario’s Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting, Caesario’s Pizza, Manchester, NH – The rumors are true: Caesario’s is back. With decades of history serving pizza on Elm Street, customers have been treated to a soft opening of the reborn Caesario’s with an official grand opening coming on Thursday, March 5 at 2 pm. More info here.

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. Check the teen website for further details. For teens in grades 6 – 12.

2026 Citizen of the Year Celebration, DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown, Manchester, NH – The Greater Manchester Chamber is proud to announce Robert Singer – longtime business leader, philanthropist, and community advocate – as the recipient of the annual Citizen of the Year Award. Singer will be celebrated on Thursday, March 5 at 5 pm at the Greater Manchester Chamber’s Citizen of the Year Celebration, taking place at the DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown. More info here.

Coffee With a Communist, Honey Cup Tearoom and Cafe, Manchester, NH – Join us for Coffee With a Communist! Learn how to get involved in local community and political organizing with CPUSA or the Young Communist League. Already planning on attending? Bring diaper donations for the Manchester Diaper Pantry to help local families in need! Honey Cup Cafe is collecting donations all through the month of March.

LGN Quiz for a Cause – Every Answer Helps a Child!, Penuche’s Ale House, Nashua, NH – The LGN Class of 2026 is collaborating with Penuche’s Ale House to raise funds for the Nashua Children’s Home, and we want you on our trivia team. Gather your friends for a fun night of good vibes and friendly competition, all for an amazing cause. This event will take place on Thursday, March 5 from 6:15 pm – 9 pm.

Lowell Writers Open Mic, lala books, Lowell, MA – Lowell Writers Open Mic is a chance for writers of all levels to share work and to meet with other writers and readers. We will be focusing on Spoken word — poetry, storytelling, and the like, and all sorts of writers are encouraged to participate. This event will take place on Thursday, March 5 from 6:30 pm – 8 pm. More info here.

Poetry Night, Stark Brewing Company, Manchester, NH – Join us every Thursday for Poetry Night out back in the Bo’s Room. Come in this Thursday, March 5, from 7 pm – 10:30 pm for a cold drink and a good listen or bring a poem of your own!

March 6

Harry Styles Record Release Party, Newbury Comics, Manchester, NH – Join us for a listening party for the new Harry Styles album, Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally, on Friday, March 6 at 6 pm! Celebrate the release of the album & stay for the prizes, giveaways, and a wicked good time! While admission is free, wristbands are required for entry. Contact the stores hosting the events for more information. More info here.

Flannel Fridays Monthly Social, Manchester True Collaborative (YWCA), Manchester, NH – First Friday of every month. Music • Crafts • Tea • Snacks. Join us starting Friday, March 6 from 6 pm – 8 pm at the YWCA at 72 Concord St, Manchester. Adults only. Girls, gays, theys — wear a flannel and pull up. More info here.

Guinness Glass Engraving, The Shaskeen Pub, Manchester, NH – We’re gearing up for St. Patrick’s Day! ☘️ Join us Friday, March 6 from 7 – 9 pm to get a custom engraved Guinness glass for FREE! First come, first served. Limited quantities available. We can’t wait to see you then!

RETRO NIGHT 4, The Old Court Upstairs, Lowell, MA – Shake off those winter cobwebs and dance to best of 80s and 90s with DJ Ricky Sky Hai upstairs at the OC! This event will take place on Friday, March 6 from 8 pm – 12 am. Get tickets here.

Queen City’s Realm Goth Night, The Shaskeen Pub & Restaurant, Manchester, NH – Join for Realm Goth Night at the Shaskeen on Friday, March 6 from 9 pm – 12 am.

March 7

Birding Outing, Mine Falls Park, Nashua, NH – Join NH Audubon on Saturday, March 7 from 8 am – 10 am for a birding outing along the trails at the Mine Falls Park in Nashua! This is an informal birding outing that begins the Mine Falls Park parking lot and explores the trails with local birder and NH Audubon volunteer Joe Mahoney. All ages and skill levels of birders are welcome.

Saturday Snacks and Whine, Rhythm & Roots Studio, Manchester, NH – This free event will take place on Saturday, March, 7 from 10 am – 12:30 pm at Rhythm & Roots Studio. Hosted by NH Ladies Making Friends.

Maple Express Event, Charmingfare Farm, Candia, NH – Get ready for a sweet, scenic, unforgettable family adventure this March! Join us at Charmingfare Farm on Saturday, March 7 from 10 am – 2 pm for Maple Express, a signature New Hampshire Maple Month experience that brings the tradition of maple sugaring to life for all ages. Get tickets here.

Here Comes the Sun 5k, NHTI, Concord, NH – This is a fun campus race for all levels! Runners, walkers, joggers, etc. are welcome. This is a flat course! Check-in starts at 9:30 am in the Student Center. The race kicks off on at Saturday, March 7 at 11 am. Register online here ($25). Online Registration Deadline: Thursday, Mar 5 at 5 pm.

Cabin Fever Maker & Vintage Market, Warehouse XI, Somerville, MA – Sick of being stuck inside Come find the cure at Cabin Fever Maker & Vintage Market! If you need a little extra motivation to leave your den, what better reason than to support your local small businesses? From vintage finds and upcycled goods, to colorful art prints and handmade ceramics, you’ll be sure to find the perfect thing to brighten up your space! This event will take place on Saturday, March 7 from 11 am – 4 pm. Tickets: $5 at the door. More info here.

HeARTwork: Sōl Market, Kimball Jenkins Carriage House, Concord, NH – As light returns, creativity awakens. March will highlight creative spirit, returning light, and inner inspiration. This market welcomes evolving ideas, works-in-progress, and new directions, inviting vendors to share process, influence, and creative voice as the season begins to turn. Join us for local, independent artists, demonstrations, kids activities, and refreshments. This market will take place on Saturday, March 7 from 11 am – 4 pm. More info here.

The Mallard Beer Hall – Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting, Londonderry, NH – Join us this grand opening event and ribbon cutting on Saturday, March 7 from 12 pm – 1:30 pm at The Mallard Beer Hall in Londonderry. This event is free and open to the public. Register here.

March Open Studios, Western Avenue Studio & Lofts, Lowell, MA – Spring is on the horizon, and there is no better way to welcome the season than Open Studios at Western Avenue Studios & Lofts on Saturday, March 7 from 12 pm – 5 pm. Spend the afternoon immersed in creativity as artists across the building open their studio doors.

Lecture: Reviving 19th-Century Art in the 21st Century, New Hampshire Historical Society, Concord, NH – Join us on Saturday, March 7 at 2 pm as artist Erik Koeppel shares some of his original oil paintings and speaks about his work to revive 19th-century aesthetics in landscape art. Admission is free for New Hampshire Historical Society members, $10 for nonmembers. No registration required. More info here.

Community Ham & Bean Supper, Main Street United Methodist Church, Nashua, NH – First Saturday of every month until May (No December supper). Come and join us! All are Welcome! Assisted Buffet Style. To-Go Options Available. More info here.

March 8

Hudson Honeys Drag Brunch, Vanderbilt Room & Banquet Facility, Hudson, NH – Join us for an afternoon you wont forget. Come see The Hudson Honeys Drag Brunch at the all new Vanderbilt Rook in Hudson NH. For one price you get an amazing brunch buffet and then Sticky Honey hosts a fantastic drag show while you sip on some delicious Mimosa specials. This event will take place on Sunday, March 8 from 11 am – 2:30 pm. Get tickets here.

Spring Soap-Making Workshop, Spyglass Brewing Company, Nashua, NH – Welcome the fresh energy of the season with a hands-on Spring Soap-Making Workshop at Spyglass Brewing! This workshop will take place on Sunday, March 8 from 12 pm – 2 pm. Get tickets here

Low Key Launch Party, Harpoon Brewing at Queen City Center, Manchester, NH – Crack, kick back, and be one of the first to try our fresh new brew at the Low Key Launch Party! Head to Harpoon Manchester on Sunday, March 8 from 1 pm – 6 pm for live music, swag giveaways, and an extra special limbo competition! Chill out with tunes provided by Doug Mitchell from 2 pm – 4 pm, and take home the ultimate Low Key prize pack including Low Key swag and a $100 brewery gift card if you can go the lowest in limbo. Come hang with us for a chill day with good vibes.

Ace & Cake: A Make and Learn Event, Queerlective @ YWCA, Manchester, NH – You don’t have to be ace to attend. You just have to be open to learning. Ace & Cakes is a 2-hour make and learn gathering focused on understanding attraction, challenging misconceptions, and celebrating the ace and aro spectrum. Expect cupcakes, visuals, conversation, and a welcoming environment. This event will take place on Sunday, March 8 from 2 pm – 4 pm. Register here in advance to save your spot and share any dietary restrictions. Ages 14+. Guardians required for minors.

Sunday Funday Trivia, Mountain Base Brewery, Goffstown, NH – Sunday Funday Trivia, on Sunday, March 8 starting at 4 pm, is here and your random knowledge is about to get its moment in the spotlight. Do you know obscure movie quotes? Weird history facts? The name of that one actor from that one thing? Perfect. You’re our kind of people. Grab a team or come make new friends. Grab a pint. Grab that friend who “knows everything.” It’s time to test that confidence. Bragging rights await. And a $20 gift card. So does delicious beer. See you Sunday. Open from 1 pm – 5 pm.

Planning Ahead?

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

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

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