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New Hampshire is packed with festive ways to celebrate the season. Whether you’re shopping local, dancing the night away, or strolling through historic neighborhoods by candlelight, here are some top things to do in New Hampshire this weekend.
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From festive craft shows and sparkling estate celebrations to charming tree lightings and candlelit strolls, there’s plenty to see, do, and shop for this season. Here’s a roundup of some of the best things to do in New Hampshire this weekend.
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A new University of New Hampshire poll shows former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg leading the Democratic field with 19% support, followed by California Gov. Gavin Newsom (15%) and New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (14%). Former Vice President and 2024 nominee Kamala Harris trails at 11%. On the Republican side, Vice President JD Vance holds a…
The holidays are in full swing across New Hampshire, and there’s no shortage of festive fun this weekend. From tree lightings and gingerbread displays to visits with Santa, here are nine things to do in New Hampshire this weekend:
This week, we asked readers: Did New Hampshire’s senators put people over politics, or cave too soon on the shutdown? Here’s what they had to say…
Ready to lean into the holiday season? From historic homes decked out for Thanksgiving to bustling craft fairs and even a cannabis conference (because New Hampshire keeps things interesting), here are a few standout events happening around the state this weekend:
A version of this story appears in the Granite Post newsletter. Subscribe here. From handmade goods and specialty foods to interactive workshops and family programs, New England is buzzing with events this weekend. Check out these highlights across New Hampshire and nearby Massachusetts: 🎨 29th Annual New England Craft and Specialty Food Fair Topsfield, MA,…
