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Need weekend plans? We’ve got you covered. From county fairs and hot air balloons to food trucks, craft shows, pow wows and a Taylor Swift tribute, here are 14 events happening across New Hampshire over the next week.
🎪 Cheshire Fair
Swanzey, July 30–Aug. 2
Enjoy one of New Hampshire’s classic agricultural fairs with livestock, rides, exhibits, entertainment, competitions, and fair food.
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🎈 44th Annual Suncook Valley Hot Air Balloon Rally
Pittsfield, July 31–Aug. 2
Watch colorful hot air balloons launch throughout the weekend, along with family-friendly activities and entertainment.
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🍴 10th Annual Southern NH Food Truck Festival
Milford, Aug. 1–2
Sample food from dozens of food trucks, enjoy live music, local vendors, breweries, a kids zone, and family entertainment.
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🥁 Naticook’s Passaconaway Memorial Pow Wow
Litchfield, Aug. 1–2
Celebrate Native American culture with traditional drumming, dancing, artisans, food, and family-friendly activities.
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🚶 16th Annual Granny D Memorial Walk
Dublin to Peterborough, Aug. 1
Walk approximately 6.2 miles in honor of democracy advocate Doris “Granny D” Haddock before joining the Democracy Festival.
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🗳️ 2026 Democracy Festival
Peterborough, Aug. 1
Enjoy live music, speakers, kids’ activities, food, and community events celebrating democracy.
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🍺 Wyman Tavern Brew Fest
Keene, Aug. 1
Sample regional craft beer, cider, and spirits while enjoying food, live music, and the historic Wyman Tavern grounds.
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🌶️ New England Hot Sauce Festival
Portsmouth, Aug. 1
Taste hot sauces from around New England, meet makers, and enjoy spicy food and entertainment.
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🎧 Silent Disco at the Pope Memorial Library
North Conway, Aug. 1
Dance with wireless headphones while choosing from multiple music channels at this all-ages, substance-free event.
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🎨 93rd Annual Craftsmen’s Fair
Newbury, Aug. 1–9
Browse hundreds of juried artisans, watch demonstrations, enjoy live music, food, and mountain views.
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🎤 Blank Space: The Unofficial Taylor Swift Tribute
Moultonborough, Aug. 1
Experience a live tribute recreating Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour with music, costumes, choreography, and visuals.
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🐻 Animal Encounter Series: New Hampshire Wildlife
Waterville Valley, Aug. 2
Meet native New Hampshire wildlife during free live presentations by Squam Lakes Natural Science Center naturalists.
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🐄 Belknap County 4-H Fair
Belmont, Aug. 1–2
Enjoy livestock shows, exhibits, demonstrations, and family-friendly agricultural activities.
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🪑 69th Annual NH Antiques Show
Manchester, Aug. 6–8
Browse museum-quality antiques from dealers across New England at one of the region’s premier antique shows.
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