Top weekend events in NH, July 17-19

Looking for something to do this week? From fairy villages and petting zoos to live chamber music and World Cup watch parties, here are some of the best events happening across New Hampshire.

Katy Savage

July 16, 2026

A fairy village in a forest with small wooden houses on tree stumps in the sunshine. David Fenton/ Getty

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Looking for something to do this week? From fairy villages and petting zoos to live chamber music and World Cup watch parties, here are some of the best events happening across New Hampshire.

🧚 Fairy and Hobbit House Festival
Lee, July 17-19
Explore whimsical fairy and hobbit houses, crafts, games, and family activities. Costumes encouraged.
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🦆 Loon Festival
Moultonborough, July 18
Family festival featuring live animals, balloon art, face painting, wildlife exhibits, and loon-themed activities.
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🌼 Merrimack Garden Club Plant Sale
Merrimack, July 18
Shop perennials, annuals, vegetables, herbs, and houseplants, plus raffles, demonstrations, and educational talks.
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🐐 Petting Zoo Weekend
Moultonborough, July 18-19
Meet and interact with farm animals from Foxx Run Farm during this free family event.
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🎻 Sebago Long Lake Music Festival
Conway, July 19
Professional chamber musicians perform works by Beethoven, Brahms, and Glière.
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⚽ World Cup Watch Party: Finals
Dover, Rochester and Epping, July 19
Watch the FIFA World Cup final on the big screen with food, drinks, and fellow fans.
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🌱 Garden Pest Control Workshop
Auburn, July 21
Learn how to identify garden pests, protect beneficial insects, and use integrated pest management.
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