Events in Rochester, United States
Popzup Annual Holiday Factory Sale to Benefit Meals4Kids
Somersworth
Saturday, December 6, 2025
0900
- 1300
Free
Retail Sales - Shop Openings - Events
Popzup Popcorn is opening their doors to all local customers in time to stock up and save money on holiday gifting. This is a one-day, in-person only-30% off all popcorn, seasoning and Movie Time Popcorn Kits shopping event!
In addition, each person who stops by g ..
Break A Leg Legally presents "Two Tales for Christmas" at The Strand in Dover
Dover
Friday, December 5, 2025
2000
- 2200
20.00 USD
Theater - Opera - Ballet - Shows - Cabaret
Get ready to kick off the holiday season with laughter and heart! We are presenting two festive one-act plays full of humor, warmth, and Christmas cheer. First we have
A STRANGER FOR CHRISTMAS - A gentle, touching story about friendship, family, and the spirit of gi ..
Artist Visit: Elise Morissette
Dover
Saturday, November 22, 2025
1030
- 1200
14.50 USD
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Visit the Children’s Museum of New Hampshire today during the morning play session, 9am-Noon, and meet one of our Gallery 6 artists, Elise Morissette, at 10:30am. Elise will guide visitors as they try some Suminagashi-Floating Ink Art! Try this relaxing style of prin ..
Artist Visit: Olivia Christian
Dover
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
1030
- 1200
14.50 USD
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Visit the Children’s Museum of New Hampshire today during the morning play session, 9am-Noon, and meet one of our Gallery 6 artists, Olivia Christian, at 10:30am. She’ll guide you through the process of mixing watercolor paint to create your own color wheel! The fun ..
The Visiting Mexican Artists Program: The Dancing Chickens of Ventura Fabian
Dover
Sunday, November 2, 2025
1030
- 1200
14.50 USD
Art Exhibitions - Auctions - Painting - Classes - Events
The Children's Museum of New Hampshire is excited to welcome back Oaxacan wood carver Norberto Fabian, son of the late master carver Ventura Fabian! Norberto will share his artwork with museum guests, do a demonstration, and answer questions. This special guest visit ..
Artist Visit: Haley Searcy
Dover
Saturday, October 25, 2025
1430
- 1600
14.50 USD
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Visit the Children's Museum of New Hampshire today during the afternoon play session, 1–4pm, and meet one of our Gallery 6 artists, Haley Searcy at 2:30pm. Haley will help you bring your favorite color to life with a fun "Make Your Own Pin" activity. Kids can decorat ..
Not-so-Spooky Spectacular
Dover
Saturday, October 18, 2025
0900
- 1200
14.50 USD
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Saturday, October 18, 2025, 9am-Noon and 1-4pm
Visit the Children's Museum of New Hampshire in Dover for a Halloween event that focuses on fun-not fright! We'll be celebrating with all kinds of special activities, all free with regular museum admission. Kids and adu ..
Homeschool STEAM Class: Reactions
Dover
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
1330
- 1430
66.00 USD
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Tuesdays, October 7-28 (4 weeks), 1:30-2:30pm
Join us for Homeschool STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) at the Children's Museum of New Hampshire. This hour-long drop-off class is for children in grades K-2, and includes fun science experiments, ..
Silly Skit Studio Class
Dover
Thursday, October 2, 2025
1530
- 1630
95.00 USD
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Thursdays, October 2-30 (5 weeks), 3:30-4:30pm
Get ready to giggle at our Silly Skit Studio! In this five-week program, we'll dive into the world of sketch comedy, where imagination and laughter know no limits. In this hour-long drop-off program, young performers ag ..
NEWFIE FUN DAYS
Maine
Saturday, September 20, 2025
1000
- 1500
Free
Animal Shows - Pet Shows - Horse Racing - Events
This is a free outside event that celebrates the giant newfoundland breed of dogs. It include dog games, fetch demo, raffles, vendors, food truck, newfie parade, nose works, groomer and a chance to watch newfoundland dogs do what they do best- water rescue! All leash ..
Toddlerfest
Dover
Friday, September 19, 2025
0900
- 1600
14.50 USD
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Friday, September 19-Friday, October 3
Museum Hours: Wednesdays-Saturdays, 9am-Noon or 1-4pm; Tuesdays and Sundays, 9am-Noon
Now that the big kids are back in school, it's time to celebrate our youngest visitors! During Toddlerfest, visitors to CMNH can enjoy craft ..
Granite State Fair
New Hampshire
Thursday, September 11, 2025
1600
- 2200
12.00 USD
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
From 9/11-9/21, the Granite State Fair lights up the fairgrounds with rides, live entertainment, over-the-top arena shows, and all your favorite fair flavors. Whether you're here for heart-pounding action or classic family fun, this year’s lineup delivers can’t-miss ..
3D Print It Summer Camps at CMNH
Dover
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
0830
- 1130
155.00 USD
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
This summer camp at the Children's Museum of New Hampshire in Dover is designed as an introductory course for kids (ages 8-10) to learn how 3D objects are printed from the ground up using free and accessible software. Each camper will bring home a simplified 3D print ..
Teddy Bear Clinic
Dover
Friday, August 8, 2025
0900
- 1100
Free
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Kids and their favorite stuffed friends are invited to join the Children's Museum of New Hampshire for our annual Teddy Bear Clinic, a fun event that helps educate kids about what happens at the doctor's office. Each child's stuffed animal is checked in and given an ..
Sanford Recovery Rally and Film Screening
Maine
Saturday, August 2, 2025
1000
- 1400
Free
Films - Movies - Cinema
Join Sweetser for our 3rd annual Sanford Recovery Rally and Film Screening happening Saturday August 2nd from 10am to 2PM at our Hope and Healing Center, 863 Main Street Sanford.
Coast 93.1's Blake Hayes will host and give away some fantastic prizes.
This is a ..
Sunrise in the Sunflowers
Lee
Sunday, July 27, 2025
0530
- 0730
20.00 USD
Nature - Wildlife Trips - Events
Designed with photographers and nature lovers in mind, this limited-capacity event allows guests to capture the stunning beauty of the sunflowers during Golden Hour, when the light is soft, warm, and magical.
This year Strafford County New Hampshire Farm Bureau will ..
Sunflower Festival at Coppal House Farm
Lee
Saturday, July 26, 2025
1000
- 1800
14.00 USD
Nature - Wildlife Trips - Events
This weeklong celebration invites visitors to wander through five acres of blooming sunflowers, offering breathtaking photo opportunities and a peaceful connection with nature.
The festival is more than just flowers-it’s a full farm experience. Guests can enjoy li ..
Booze and Blooms
Lee
Friday, July 25, 2025
1800
- 2100
40.00 USD
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Stroll through golden flowers in the warm evening light while sipping a drink from Flag Hill Distillery and Winery and enjoying live music by Black Sheep. Each ticket includes a free wine voucher and a commemorative wine glass-perfect for a relaxing night among the b ..
The Fairies and Hobbits are Coming to Bedrock Gardens this July!
Lee
Sunday, July 20, 2025
1000
- 1600
45.00 USD
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Step into a world of wonder this summer at the 9th annual Fairy and Hobbit House Festival, returning with new summertime dates and an extra sprinkle of enchantment! Formerly held in October, this beloved fundraiser for Bedrock Gardens will now take place in July, inv ..
Grown-up Art Workshop "Designing Animal Characters" at CMNH
Dover
Saturday, July 19, 2025
1330
- 1530
42.00 USD
Art Exhibitions - Auctions - Painting - Classes - Events
In this fun, fast-paced 2-hour art workshop, adults will learn how to design original animal characters—from realistic to imaginative with illustrator Sean Bixby. Through guided drawing exercises, you can explore animal anatomy, exaggeration, and shape language to cr ..
The Fairies and Hobbits are Coming to Bedrock Gardens this July!
Lee
Saturday, July 19, 2025
1000
- 1600
45.00 USD
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Step into a world of wonder this summer at the 9th annual Fairy and Hobbit House Festival, returning with new summertime dates and an extra sprinkle of enchantment! Formerly held in October, this beloved fundraiser for Bedrock Gardens will now take place in July, inv ..
The Fairies and Hobbits are Coming to Bedrock Gardens this July!
Lee
Friday, July 18, 2025
1000
- 1600
45.00 USD
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Step into a world of wonder this summer at the 9th annual Fairy and Hobbit House Festival, returning with new summertime dates and an extra sprinkle of enchantment! Formerly held in October, this beloved fundraiser for Bedrock Gardens will now take place in July, inv ..
Waypoint Music Fest
Maine
Thursday, July 3, 2025
1600
- 2000
35.00 USD
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Get ready to groove to the rhythm of Waypoint's Music Fest, sponsored by Central Furniture, on Thursday, July 03, 2025. This year's Music Fest features Motor Booty Affair!
This festival is about more than just music; it's about making a meaningful difference in th ..
Grown-up Felting Art Workshop at CMNH
Dover
Saturday, June 28, 2025
1330
- 1530
42.00 USD
Crafts - Hobbies - Events
Grown-ups, are you looking to be creative and try something new? Do you love art that you can touch? If so, join fiber artist Rachel Benson from The Fiber Web to learn the fun possibilities of working with fibers! In this workshop, adults will work three dimensionall ..
Waypoint Music Fest
Maine
Saturday, June 7, 2025
1600
- 2000
35.00 USD
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Get ready to groove to the rhythm of Waypoint's Music Fest, sponsored by Central Furniture, on Saturday, June 7, 2025. This year's Music Fest features an electrifying lineup, with Motor Booty Affair headlining the event and Fugitive performing.
This festival is ab ..
NH Maker Fest Call for Makers
Dover
Saturday, June 7, 2025
1000
- 1500
5.00 USD
Crafts - Hobbies - Events
Deadline for applications is Monday, May 19, 2025
Date of NH Maker Fest: Saturday, June 7, 10am–3pm
Join us at the 13th annual New Hampshire Maker Fest, an all ages celebration of creativity and innovation taking place in and around the Children's Museum of New Ham ..
Tuesday Junior Science Class: Wonders of Water
Dover
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
1400
- 1445
48.00 USD
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Mondays, April 14 - May 5 (4 weeks), 10-10:45am
Tuesdays, April 15 - May 6 (4 weeks), 2-2:45pm
Join us for Junior Science at the Children's Museum of New Hampshire. We are excited to invite junior scientists (ages 3.5-5 years old) to our April sessions, offered on ..
FHS Movie Night - Circle of Trust
Rochester
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
1800
- 1900
Free
Films - Movies - Cinema
In a public high school, a disgruntled veteran teacher attempts to create a student-led movie despite the overreaching administration and guidance placing inept students into the class. But when they win a grant to show their movie he must deal with their inexperienc ..
Books Alive with Curious George
Dover
Friday, April 4, 2025
1000
- 1100
Free
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Friday, April 4 and Saturday, April 5
Curious George, that mischievous monkey, will be visiting the Children’s Museum of New Hampshire to greet young fans and help promote the love of reading! Books Alive seeks to make reading a regular family experience. Museum edu ..
Grown-up Play Date at Children's Museum of NH - Paint Night with Live Animals
Dover
Friday, March 28, 2025
1900
- 2100
18.00 USD
Adventure Trips - Events
Grown-ups, you're invited to the Children's Museum of New Hampshire in Dover for a special night to Sip and Sketch with live animals from the Center for Wildlife! Not only will you get to explore the Children's Museum of NH's exhibits like a kid, but you'll be inspir ..
Alastair Moock Family Concert
Dover
Saturday, March 15, 2025
1000
- 1100
14.50 USD
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Saturday, March 15 at 10 am
Join us at the Children's Museum of New Hampshire in Dover for a fun concert with Grammy-nominated family musician Alastair Moock! Alastair brings his unique brand of upbeat, socially-conscious Americana music for all ages. This performan ..
Wonder and Wellness Speaker Series: Starting Strong
Dover
Thursday, March 13, 2025
1700
- 1830
Free
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
In response to overwhelming requests for mental and emotional wellbeing programs from local families, the Children's Museum of New Hampshire in Dover is proud to announce a Wonder and Wellness Speaker Series. The speaker series is one of several initiatives the museu ..
Junior Science Class: Shapes and Patterns
Dover
Tuesday, March 11, 2025
1400
- 1445
48.00 USD
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Tuesdays, March 11-April 1 (4 weeks)
Join us for Junior Science at the Children's Museum of New Hampshire. We are excited to invite junior scientists (ages 3.5-5 years old) to our March sessions, offered on either Monday mornings or Tuesday afternoons! This 45 minut ..
Grand Opening of TWO New Exhibits at Children's Museum of NH On 15 February 2025
Dover
Saturday, February 15, 2025
0900
- 1200
Free
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Make reservations to play in the Children's Museum of NH in Dover today and explore two new exhibits: Little Farmers and The Play Loft! Little Farmers features climbable farm animals, a hen house, crops to harvest, and a sensory break room called "The Homestead." The ..
Try a Junior Science Class: Valentine's Day Fun On 10 February 2025
Dover
Monday, February 10, 2025
1000
- 1045
12.00 USD
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Try out our popular Junior Science classes at the Children's Museum of New Hampshire with this special one-class sampler! Interested families and returning scientists can try out Junior Science and see if it is a good fit. Junior scientists (ages 3.5-5 years old) wil ..
Valentine's Dance Party with Mr. Aaron
Dover
Sunday, February 9, 2025
1300
- 1500
Free
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Come celebrate Valentine's Day at the Children's Museum of New Hampshire with special musical guest, Mr. Aaron! Come play in the museum exhibits, make special Valentine's Day themed crafts, and join in a dance party from 1:30-2:30pm with award winning children's musi ..
Special Guest at CMNH: "Stories on the Wind" with Kemp Harris
Dover
Saturday, February 1, 2025
1330
- 1430
Free
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Come play at the Children’s Museum of NH in Dover on Saturday, February 1st during the afternoon play session (1-4pm) and catch a special performance by guest artist Kemp Harris. His repertoire includes African folk tales, original stories, and familiar adventures fr ..
Junior Science Tuesday Class: Amazing Animals
Dover
Tuesday, January 7, 2025
1400
- 1445
48.00 USD
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Join us for Junior Science at the Children's Museum of New Hampshire. We are excited to invite junior scientists (ages 3.5-5 years old) to our January sessions, offered on either Monday mornings or Tuesday afternoons! This 45 minute drop-off class includes a story or ..
Junior Science Monday Class: Amazing Animals
Dover
Monday, January 6, 2025
1000
- 1045
48.00 USD
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Join us for Junior Science at the Children's Museum of New Hampshire. We are excited to invite junior scientists (ages 3.5–5 years old) to our January sessions, offered on either Monday mornings or Tuesday afternoons! This 45 minute drop-off class includes a story or ..
Family New Year's Eve Celebration
Dover
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
0900
- 1130
Free
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Gather at the Children's Museum of NH in Dover for this special ticketed family friendly New Year's Eve Celebration and ring in the New Year before bedtime! Enjoy "countdowns to midnight" at 10:30am during the morning event (9-11:30am), or at 2pm during the afternoon ..
Jingle Bell Extravaganza On 15 December 2024
Dover
Sunday, December 15, 2024
1300
- 1430
Free
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Sunday, December 8, 1-2:30pm or 3-4:30pm
Sunday, December 15, 1-2:30pm or 3-4:30pm
Member Tickets On sale Monday, October 7; Tickets open to public Monday, October 14
Enjoy a special ticketed holiday event at the Children's Museum of New Hampshire! Meet Santa for ..
Handmade Holiday Market on the Seacoast
Durham
Friday, December 13, 2024
1600
- 2000
Free
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Join us as we transform the Whittemore Center at UNH into beauty!
2nd Annual Holiday Handmade Market - with 30 added exhibitors!
100 Craftsmen, Artisans and Specialty Food Makers displaying and offering their handmade products - sure to be something for all yo ..
Jingle Bell Extravaganza
Dover
Sunday, December 8, 2024
1300
- 1430
Free
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Sunday, December 8, 1-2:30pm or 3-4:30pm
Sunday, December 15, 1-2:30pm or 3-4:30pm
Member Tickets On sale Monday, October 7; Tickets open to public Monday, October 14
Enjoy a special ticketed holiday event at the Children's Museum of New Hampshire! Meet Santa for ..
Break A Leg Legally presents "A Gift to Remember"
Dover
Friday, December 6, 2024
2000
- 2200
20.00 USD
Theater - Opera - Ballet - Shows - Cabaret
On Christmas Eve, during a snowstorm, a group of strangers are on a train to Boston from Bangor, Maine, where the airport had been shut down due to the weather. Once they reach Boston, many of the passengers hope to make connections to various destinations across the ..
Books Alive with Llama Llama
Dover
Friday, November 15, 2024
1000
- 1030
Free
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Friday, November 15 and Saturday, November 16, 10-10:30am or 2-2:30pm
Join Llama Llama at the Children's Museum of New Hampshire as we celebrate Literacy Month! Listen to fun Llama Llama stories about his many adventures, and meet this friendly Camelid. A friendly c ..
Junior Science: Science Through the Seasons
Dover
Monday, November 11, 2024
1000
- 1045
48.00 USD
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Mondays, November 11- December 9, no class November 25 (4 weeks) from 10-10:45am
Join us for Junior Science at the Children's Museum of New Hampshire. We are excited to invite junior scientists (ages 3.5–5 years old) to our November session! This 45 minute drop-off ..
The Visiting Mexican Artists Program: The Dancing Chickens of Ventura Fabian
Dover
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
1030
- 1130
Free
Foreign - International Culture Events
The Children's Museum of New Hampshire is excited to welcome back Oaxacan wood carver Norberto Fabian, son of the late master carver Ventura Fabian! Norberto will share his artwork with museum guests, do a demonstration, and answer questions. This special guest visit ..
New and Expectant Parent Night at Children's Museum of NH
Dover
Sunday, November 3, 2024
1600
- 1730
Free
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Are you expecting a child or recently welcomed a new baby to your family? Join us for this free special celebration here at the Children's Museum of New Hampshire! Museum staff will highlight play-based learning practices and share social opportunities for new parent ..
1st Annual Oyster River Community Clothing Swap - Bring a Bag, Take a Bag
Durham
Saturday, November 2, 2024
1000
- 1400
Free
Retail Sales - Shop Openings - Events
On November 2, 2024, from 10am-2pm, the first annual Oyster River Community Clothing Swap will be held at the Oyster River Middle School in Durham. We were inspired to create this event after attending similar highly popular events in the Seacoast, including PortSwap ..
Not-so-Spooky Spectacular
Dover
Friday, October 25, 2024
0900
- 1200
Free
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Friday, Oct. 25 and Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024 9am-Noon and 1-4pm
Join us for a Halloween event that focuses on fun - not fright! We’ll be celebrating with all kinds of special activities, all free with regular museum admission. Kids and adults are encouraged to come i ..