6 events for your calendar

Looking for something fun to do as summer winds down? From UFO sightings to fireworks, wine tastings to seafood feasts, there’s no shortage of events happening across New Hampshire. Here are a few highlights to put on your calendar.

Katy Savage

August 28, 2025

Haziq Mehboob

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🎶 Exeter UFO Festival
Exeter, Aug. 30–31
This annual event celebrates New Hampshire’s famous UFO history with speakers, activities, and family fun along Swasey Parkway.
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🎆 Fireworks at Weirs Beach
Laconia, Aug. 31
Fireworks plus mini-golf, arcades, bumper cars, and more.
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🎸 Nick’s Other Band Farewell Tour
Henniker, Sept. 2
The Henniker Summer Concert Series adds an extra week and longtime favorite Nick’s Other Band will close the season.
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🍷 Vintage & Vine
Portsmouth, Sept. 4
Enjoy an evening of fine wine and food tastings at the historic Strawbery Banke Museum.
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🐄 Hillsborough County Agricultural Fair
New Boston, Sept. 5–7
A classic country fair with rides, food, livestock shows, and family entertainment.
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🦞 Hampton Beach Seafood Festival
Hampton, Sept. 5–7
New England’s largest seafood festival featuring fresh catches, local vendors, and live entertainment on Ocean Boulevard.
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