This weekend promises a flurry of fun ways to send off September and bring in autumn! This Saturday is jam-packed with fairs and festivals to enjoy with friends or family. We dare you NOT to savor the start of the fall season…
Looking for a more artsy array of events? Check out our Weekly Entertainment report for live music and lively arts in and around Southern NH.
Multi-day event:
Sept. 25-28
Deerfield Fair, 34 Stage Rd, Deerfield, NH – Welcome Back! The Deerfield Fair Association is proud to announce the dates of our 2025 Fair, Thursday, Sept. 25 through Sunday, Sept. 28. New England’s Oldest Family Fair is back with all of your traditional activities and attractions. We look forward to seeing all of our friends again! 148 YEARS OF AGRICULTURAL FAMILY FUN! The fair will take place on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 8 am to 10 pm and on Sunday from 8 am to 7 pm.
Sept. 25
Cemetery Safari with Jeff Belanger, Nashua Public Library, Nashua, NH – This program is a must-see for anyone who will eventually die! Jeff Belanger Emmy-nominated host and producer of the show “New England Legends” takes you on a journey from the oldest burial rituals through modern times. We’ll explore funerary art throughout the ages, see funny and memorable epitaphs, funeral customs, cemetery oddities and hear the stories behind a few haunted boneyards for good measure. This program will take place on Thursday, Sept. 25 from 6 pm – 7 pm.
Oktoberfest Party, Pembroke City Limits, Pembroke, NH – This Thursday, September 25 at 5 pm, join us for an Oktoberfest celebration! Feathered Friend Brewing will be joining us. And the rumor is true, we will have flights! Come try out all our beer options!
IT’S NOT THE YEARS, IT’S THE MILEAGE – celebrating 20 years of Slam Free or Die, Stark Brewing Company, Manchester, NH – On Thursday, Sept. 25, 6 pm – 10 pm, Slam Free Or Die – Poetry Open Mic & Slam continues its popular open mic poetry series at Stark Brewing Company. This week, there will be a special event: IT’S NOT THE YEARS, IT’S THE MILEAGE – celebrating 20 years of Slam Free or Die! Because this is a special event, there will be a $5 cover and this is an all-ages show.
Sept. 26
Party On! Live at the Electric Pheasant, The Nash Casino, Nashua, NH – Let’s party at The Nash Casino! Party rock, pop, and country hits to keep you singing and dancing all night long! And maybe you’ll come out a winner as well! This event will take place on Friday, Sept. 26, starting at 8 pm.
Sept. 27
Coffee & Art at The Beacon, Manchester, NH – Come for a morning of community centered around artist Kevin J. Kintner’s new exhibition of 15 works, “Seas,” from 8 a.m. to noon at The Beacon Building, 814 Elm St., Manchester. Enjoy some coffee from William & Son and meet the artist.
Sheehan-Basquil Park Cleanup Day, Sheehan-Basquil Park, Manchester, NH – Join us for a park clean up! The Office of Youth Services, the Manchester Youth Council, and Parks & Recreation are teaming up to host a Sheehan-Basquil Park Clean-Up on Saturday, Sept. 27 from 9 am – 1 pm. This is a great opportunity to give back, build community, and make a difference together! To participate, please complete the release form and email it to MQuigley@manchesternh.gov or call our office at 603-792-6681 to sign up. Let’s keep our parks beautiful—see you there!
Girls in Aviation Day, 1 Garside Way, Biore Field, Manchester, NH – Get ready to be part of something extraordinary at the free Women in Aviation Boston Chapter’s Girls in Aviation Day event. Education is at the core of WAI. We know that to grow the aviation industry and increase opportunity for everyone, we must spark an interest in aviation and aerospace. The target age range for this event is 8 to 18 years old. Every registration to this event will bring us closer to achieving our mission. Together, we can inspire the future of aviation, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. More info or register here.
Sunny Side Up Market, 200 Temple Street, Nashua, NH – This market not only offers treasures handmade by locals, but it’s conveniently located in the lot of a great breakfast spot! Start your morning right and swing on by Temple Street Diner. Note that if it rains on Saturday, we’ll be popping up on Sunday instead! This market will take place on Saturday, Sept. 27 from 9 am – 1 pm.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Bilingual Story Time, Nashua Public Library, Nashua, NH – For families and children of all ages. The Nashua Family Network invites you to a bilingual Spanish story time. We’ll read Alyssa Reynoso Morris’ “Gloriana Presente: A First Day of School Story” a book that celebrates courage, confidence, and the love of family. After the story stay for some fun activities! This event will take place on Saturday, Sept. 27 from 11 am – 12 pm.
27th Annual Winchester NH Pickle Festival, Main Street, Winchester, NH – The 27th Annual Winchester NH Pickle Festival will be held this year on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 10 am – 4 pm. The Pickle Festival has proven to be an outstanding community event with over 5000+ people from near and far enjoying an entire day of activities, entertainment, food, local vendors, and more.
Mel’s Funway Park Wicked Wine & Brewfest, Mel’s Funway Park, Litchfield, NH – Get ready for a full day of wine, craft beer, food trucks, live music, and nonstop fun at the Wicked Wine & Brew Fest! Whether you’re coming for the tastings, the attractions, or the thrills of Spooky World, there’s a ticket option tailored just for you! This event will take place on Saturday, Sept. 27 from 2 pm – 6 pm. Get tickets here.
Roslindale Village Main Street Dumpling Festival, Adams Park, Boston, NH – This culinary celebration, hosted by Roslindale Village Main Street (RVMS), aims to expand our appreciation of dumplings, a cherished dish across various cultures, and highlight the vibrant local food scene. Join us as we bring together local restaurants and vendors to showcase their unique dumpling creations. This festival will feature diverse dumpling styles and cultural variations, as well as entertainment, and more! The festival will take place on Saturday, Sept. 27 from 3:30 pm – 7 pm.
Fall Food & Wine Festival, Nashua Center for the Arts, Nashua, NH – JOIN US as local wine, beverage and food vendors gather to offer you tastings of their delicious wares! Enjoy walking around and learning about these locally made products, in the beautiful Nashua Center for the Arts in the heart of downtown Nashua! Be one of 75 VIP attendees to get the venue to themselves for the first hour — beat the crowds and enjoy extra perks! Or join us for general admission. Designated drivers get discounted tickets and gratitude! Enjoy sampling, and purchases to go. This festival will take place on Saturday, Sept. 27 from 6 pm – 9 pm.
Nashua High School Class of 2000 – 25th Reunion, Sheraton Nashua, Nashua, NH – Hey everyone! Are you a former purple purple panther? Did you buy your reunion tickets yet? WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR??? We have less than 6 weeks left so click the link below, take advantage of the early bird pricing ($55 for one, $100 for 2) and mark your calendar for Saturday, Sept. 27 from 6 pm – 11 pm! Get tickets here.
Sept. 28
Fall Soirée at The Venues at The Factory, The Venues at the Factory, Manchester, NH – Get ready for the ultimate girls day out this fall! Join us for our Fall Soirée Sip n Shop — a one-day-only market filled with good vibes, incredible finds, and unforgettable memories. Whether you’re coming for the shopping, the sips, or the tiny tattoos, this event has it all. This event will take place on Sunday, Sept. 28 from 11 am – 5 pm.
Swing Dance Night featuring NHJO, BNH Stage, Concord, NH – Join us for an evening of exhilarating swing and world-class entertainment with the 19-piece New Hampshire Jazz Orchestra. Whether you’re looking to dance the night away or simply enjoy exceptional live music, this event promises an unforgettable experience. Revel in authentic renditions of timeless classics from the Great American Songbook by legendary trailblazers such as Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Benny Goodman, Count Basie, Stan Kenton and more — performed by one of today’s premier big bands. Doors at 3pm. Swing dancing lessons start at 3:30pm, followed by dancing at 4pm!
Planning Ahead?
October 2: Legends, Ghosts & Graves Tour, Portsmouth NH
October 4: Dover’s Annual Apple Harvest Day, Dover NH
October 10-12: Warner Fall Foliage Festival, Warner NH
October 12: Phantom of the Opera with Live Piano, Nashua NH
October 25: NH PoutineFest 2025, Merrimack NH
October 25: NH Pumpkin Festival, Laconia NH