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Community Events Calendar
Gibson's Book Club reads The First Ladies, Marie Benedict & Victoria Christopher Murray
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Gibson's Book Club discussion! In April we'll be discussing The First Ladies, by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray. A novel about the extraordinary partnership between First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt and civil rights activist Mary McLeod ...
2026 Business Showcase
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce for our 35th Annual Business Showcase!
COPD Connect
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Registration is open for COPD Connect, a free educational program offered by Breathe New Hampshire in partnership with Concord Hospital. This one-day in-person event is designed to support individuals living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease ...
Hester Kaplan presents Twice Born, with David Elliott
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Hester Kaplan visits Gibson's Bookstore to present her memoir, Twice Born: Finding My Father in the Margins of Biography. She will be in conversation with her friend and fellow author, David Elliott (Bone Bag, Voices, Bull).
A Jazz Celebration of African American Music
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
A Jazz Celebration of African American Music and Art with The Prodigals The Prodigals, an 8-piece horn band under the direction of Rev. Dr. Bob Maccini, has performed jazz interpretations of sacred music throughout central NH for nearly 20 years. The ...
Monthly Forum: State of the City 2026
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Join the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce for our annual State of the City forum. Mayor Byron Champlin and City Manager Tom Aspell will provide an in-depth look at the City Council’s priorities, the initiatives planned for the year ahead, and ...
Bach's Lunch: Baroque Music for Flutes and Recorders: Exploring English, French, and German Masters of Chamber Music
12:10 PM
A journey through 18th-century Europe, featuring music by some of the great High Baroque masters of chamber music. Performed by Natalie Talbot (Baroque flute), Steven Lundahl (recorders) and Kathryn Southworth Lundahl (harpsichord). This event will be ...
Michael Skinner presents The Lunchbox Theory
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Michael Skinner visits Gibson's Bookstore to present his new book, The Lunchbox Theory.
Sculpting the Animal Spirit: exploring paper clay
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Capture the essence, movement, and living energy of animals in this hands-on impressionistic sculpture workshop with internationally renowned sculptor Carol Lake. Working with paper clay, your hands and minimal tools, the focus is on gesture and ...
HeARTwork: A Seasonal Artisan Market Series
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
HeARTwork is a seasonal artisan market series presented by Concord Arts Market celebrating the heart, soul, shine, and life of creative work. Each market is thoughtfully designed to honor craft, process, and the people behind what’s made. Each month ...
Introduction to Woodburning
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Learn the basics of woodburning with Juried Member, Sara Desjardins in this beginner-friendly class. You’ll create a simple design on a natural wood slice while learning essential techniques such as preparing your surface, transferring or sketching a ...
Be the Light (Joint Northern Lights / Canterbury Singers Concert)
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
This year marks the third annual joint concert with Canterbury Singers and Northern Lights Women’s Vocal Ensemble. Each group will present a short set of songs and then join forces to sing some uplifting Gospel music. Songs performed by Northern ...
CYPN Networking at William & Sons Coffee
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Join the Concord Young Professionals Network (CYPN) for an evening of networking at William & Sons Coffee Co.!
Life on the Seas, Life with the Bees
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Life on the Seas with Fred Richards and Life with the Bees with Jim and Katie Watt Life on the Seas Join former Merchant Marine helmsman Fred Richards for a photo tour of his two voyages in the 1970s on replenishment supply ships with the US Navy. ...
Eastern States Medical Ribbon Cutting
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Come meet the team, tour our new space and celebrate this exciting milestone! Light refreshments will be served. Take home thank you bags with coupons and a chance to win a $250 gift certificate. We are looking forward to celebrating with you!
An Evening with Christopher Kimball at LaBelle Winery
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join New Hampshire PBS on Thursday, April 16th at LaBelle Winery in Derry for an unforgettable evening of delicious food, exquisite wines and lively conversation with Christopher Kimball of Milk Street Television. Enjoy a curated menu of Christopher ...
Celebration! (Songweavers 35th Anniversary Concert)
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
The Songweavers Women’s Chorus with Director Jennie O’Brien present “Celebration!”, a 35th Anniversary concert on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 5:00 PM at the South Congregational Church at 27 Pleasant Street in Concord, NH. Join us for a concert of ...
Business Before Hours at Granite Edvance
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Start your work day with the Chamber at Granite Edvance, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting NH students through their education and career journeys.
Magic Play
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Magic Play with Andrew Pinard Take a journey on stage with Andrew Pinard as he shares wonders and mysteries from around the world while traveling through time in this new interactive experience that blends magic, music, storytelling, and theatre. ...
CCMS Student Recital - Apr 24, 2026
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Student recitals are part of the Concord Community Music School’s multi-level curriculum for private lesson students. These frequent performance opportunities help our students perform more easily, broaden their musical skills, and help them make new ...
NE Roots and Branches – “Music From North & South: Canadian & Appalachian Folk Tunes”
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Continue to explore the roots of New England’s unique and beautiful folk music tradition via Concord Community Music School’s ongoing “New England Roots & Branches” series. Some of New Hampshire’s premier folk musicians will combine concerts, jam ...
Princess Mononoke (Dubbed)
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
One screening only! Tuesday, April 28th at 7:00pm. A beautifully realized tale of civilization versus nature, PRINCESS MONONOKE is a true epic by Japan’s master animator Hayao Miyazaki. While protecting his village from a rampaging boar-god, the ...
Project S.T.O.R.Y.’s 5th Birthday Celebration & Talent Showcase!
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
On Wednesday, April 29th, at 6:00 PM, our Project S.T.O.R.Y. youth members will perform their talents at the BNH Stage in Concord. They will showcase a variety of acts and compete for prizes. Project S.T.O.R.Y. leaders will highlight programs and ...
Walk to Cure Arthritis
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
For 25 years, the Walk to Cure Arthritis has brought communities together to honor the millions of people - adults and children - living with arthritis and related diseases. Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the United States, impacting ...
Long Stitch Binding Leather Book with Anne McMillan
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
The Long Stitch Binding is a historical non-adhesive binding that originated in medieval times. It is an excellent option for making journals and sketchbooks that will lie flat. Students will learn how to prepare signatures for sewing, prepare covers, ...
Sawing and Riveting: Fundamentals of Cold Connections for Jewelry Making
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
This workshop introduces two essential metalsmithing skills: accurate sawing and riveting. These foundational techniques allow metal to be shaped and joined without the use of heat and are central to traditional jewelry making. This is a skill-based ...
Rock N' Race
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Registration for the 24th Annual Rock ’N Race is officially open! This beloved CHHS community event, held on May 6, 2026, at 6 pm on the State House Lawn in downtown Concord, invites participants to run or walk a 5K route or enjoy a shorter one-mile ...
Rock 'N Race
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
When you support our Payson Center for Cancer Care's Rock'N Race, sponsored by Merrimack County Savings Bank, you are making a difference in the lives of cancer patients and their families. This year's event is on Wednesday, May 6, on the State House ...
Make-A-Wish New Hampshire Breakfast for Wishes
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Join us for the 18th Annual Breakfast for Wishes! Our Breakfast for Wishes is one of Make-A-Wish New Hampshire’s major fundraising event of the year. It is a one-hour morning event, where guests will hear inspiring wish stories and witness the impact ...
Passion for Caring
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Enjoy live music, hors d’oeuvres and cocktails while networking, and bidding in the agency’s silent auction. All proceeds from the event will directly benefit Granite VNA’s Hospice House. An important part of Passion for Caring is the annual ...
Best Buddies Friendship Walk
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Our annual Friendship Walk to promote inclusion throughout New Hampshire! Join us for a day of celebration, music, food, and fun!
Junior Service League of Concord's 8th Annual Golf Tournament
7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
The Junior Service League of Concord has been supporting women and children in crisis since 1931, and we’re teeing up another great year of impact! Join us for our 8th Annual Golf Tournament, where community spirit meets friendly competition. Every ...
FUTURES - Beginner Golf Lessons for Women
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Futures Golf Program For Women Beginner Golfers Always wanted to learn golf but weren’t sure where to start? This is your chance. The Futures Golf Program at Loudon Country Club is designed specifically for women who are new to the game and want to ...
CCMS Adult Student Recital - May 13, 2026
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Student recitals are part of the Concord Community Music School’s multi-level curriculum for private lesson students. These frequent performance opportunities help our students perform more easily, broaden their musical skills, and help them make new ...
CCMS Student Recitals (2) - May 15, 2026
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Student recitals are part of the Concord Community Music School’s multi-level curriculum for private lesson students. These frequent performance opportunities help our students perform more easily, broaden their musical skills, and help them make new ...
Walk For Sight
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Join us on Saturday, May 16th for the 2026 Walk For Sight. Put on by Future In Sight, the Walk For Sight consists of a 1-mile loop through Downtown Concord, starting and ending at the NH State House. We’ll also have a DJ, exciting raffles, the Guiding ...
Introduction to Screen Printing with Bill Mitchell
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Explore the history and process of basic screen printing techniques. You will learn how to paint directly on a screen with Speedball drawing fluid and Speedball screen filler to create a permanent silkscreen stencil for printing on paper or fabric. ...
Laconia Golf Classic - Presented by Daniels Electric Corporation
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Concord Hospital Trust - 2026 Laconia Classic Golf Tournament
New Horizons Band 2026 Spring Concert
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
The New Horizons Band is a community band that welcomes adults of all ages who play woodwind, brass, or percussion instruments. No auditions, no requirements, just reasonable comfort on your instrument to get started. Under the direction of Maria ...
Spring 2026 CCMS Songweaver Drummers Recital
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Concord Community Music School's Songweaver Drummers group is open to intermediate and experienced women drummers with at least one year’s experience, where they can learn African hand-drumming techniques taught in the oral tradition. Join us for their ...
CCMS Student Recitals (2) - May 29, 2026
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Student recitals are part of the Concord Community Music School’s multi-level curriculum for private lesson students. These frequent performance opportunities help our students perform more easily, broaden their musical skills, and help them make new ...
NE Roots and Branches – “Contradance Music: The New England Contradance Repertoire”
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Continue to explore the roots of New England’s unique and beautiful folk music tradition via Concord Community Music School’s ongoing “New England Roots & Branches” series. Some of New Hampshire’s premier folk musicians will combine concerts, jam ...
21st Annual Pinnacle Awards Luncheon
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
For the past 20 years, the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce has recognized businesses and individuals who have demonstrated professional excellence and commitment to the community. Pinnacle Award recipients have received their awards with moving express
America 250/ Concord 300 - An Evening with Ken Burns: The American Revolution
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Experience a special presentation by acclaimed filmmaker Ken Burns, hosted by New Hampshire Humanities (NHH) in collaboration with New Hampshire PBS (NHPBS) and the New Hampshire Historical Society.
FHO's 60th Anniversary Celebration
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us in celebrating Fellowship Housing Opportunities' 60th Anniversary on Thursday, June 11th from 6:00-8:00pm at the Bank of NH Stage. Come celebrate with us as we look back at 60 years as a local nonprofit providing affordable housing and set a ...
America 250/ Concord 300 Anniversary Liberty and Legacy: Civic Saturday Social
1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join the Concord Historical Society for an afternoon of civic engagement, conversation, and a celebration of New Hampshire’s enduring democratic traditions. On June 20, 2026, the Concord Historical Society will host “Liberty and Legacy: Civic Saturday ...
52nd Annual Market Days Festival
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Market Days is a 3-day street festival planned by Intown Concord, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with deep roots in downtown Concord, New Hampshire. The festival encompasses most of Main Street and includes 150+ vendors selling clothes, food, ...
America 250/ Concord 300 “What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?”
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
A reading of the iconic speech by Frederick Douglass to honor the man and his work.
America 250/ Concord 300 4th of July Events
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
CONCORD KICKS OFF SUMMER WITH HISTORY, FIREWORKS, AND CIVIC CELEBRATIONS — THERE’S NO BETTER TIME TO EXPLORE, LEARN, AND ENJOY OUR OUR COMMUNITY
Make-A-Wish New Hampshire Rafting for Wishes
Rafting for Wishes is a relay-style, fundraising event held in Meredith Bay and on-land at Hesky Park in Meredith. The event is a 24-hour, jam-packed, super fun, on the water fundraiser that is open to the public. We are always looking for new ...
38th Annual Funds for Education Golf Tournament
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tee off for a great cause! Join the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce and our generous sponsors for a high-energy day on the green in support of the Funds for Education initiative and Capital Area Student Leadership (CASL) program. This annual scramble t
Concord Hospital Golf Invitational
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us for the CH Golf Invitational where a great day on the course becomes an even greater impact for our community. By participating, you’re helping Concord Hospital Health System deliver exceptional care to those who need it most, all while ...
Pedaling 4 Payson
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Join us on Saturday, September 19, 2026 for the 21st Annual Pedaling for Payson Bike Event at Elm Brook Park in Hopkinton, NH! This community event attracts cyclists and Payson Center for Cancer Care supporters annually, who raise funds for the ...
Bridge to Recovery Walk
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
When you attend the Bridge to Recovery Walk you are participating in a 2-mile family friendly walk to raise awareness and funds for those who are struggling with or recovering from, mental health disorder and/or substance use disorder. This ...