The days may be getting shorter and the temperates dropping, but they herald the spectacular display of fall colors on the trees, something New Hampshire is proud to showcase.
Residents and visitors will be able to see these warm shades of red, orange and yellow while enjoying these five events coming up this fall season.
Concord Multicultural Festival — Sept. 20
The 19th annual festival is coming back to Concord, bringing together rich cultures from around the world, represented by local Granite Staters. The festival aims to create “opportunities for people to share traditions, build relationships, and celebrate the diversity that strengthens our community,” according to its website.
Some hallmark features of the event include a variety of performances, food, art and activities that represent over 70 cultures from across the globe.
The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Keach Park. Information on how to participate as a vendor or a donor will be available soon on the festival’s website.
Deerfield State Fair — Oct. 1-4
The beloved state fair kicks off October’s fall festivities, offering plenty of fun for all visitors.
Fairgoers can expect dazzling live music and circus shows, a vast array of local food and products, and even an excavator rodeo. You can count on finding all the classic fair staples, such as amusement park rides.
Adult tickets at the gate will be $12 but discounts are offered if tickets are bought online before October. Children 12 and younger and members of the military get in free. More information about events, vendors and other attractions are at deerfieldfair.com.
Warner Fall Foliage Festival — Oct. 9, 10, 11
The 78th foliage festival in downtown Warner is a classic fall event: booths of local crafts, baked goods and trinkets line either side of the street, amid the spectacular colors that tourists love and residents treasure.
Activities will run all weekend, including an oxen competition, a 5K road race and the grand parade. Plenty of food trucks will be on hand to quell the biggest appetites, and there are lobster dinners both Saturday and Sunday.
The event is free to attend for all ages. Information about vendors, performances and events are pending, so check the festival’s website for updates.
Halloween Howl — Oct. 23
After sunset, Concord will be packed with witches, ghouls and beasts — but don’t worry; they’re just trick-or-treating around Main Street. Family and friends will enjoy this community Halloween event featuring music, food trucks and games.
Trick-or-treating starts at 5:30 p.m., and individuals and businesses can participate in Trunk or Treat if they register by Oct. 16. If you have a costume that’ll strike fear or get laughs, sign up for the costume contest before 6 p.m.
A flash mob, a pumpkin contest and games will amplify the Halloween spirit; the events will finish at 7:30. See more information at Intown Concord’s website.
Concord Farmers’ Market — ends Oct. 31
Saturday mornings in downtown Concord have been bustling since the farmers’ market opened in May on Capitol Street. Local shoppers hunt for the freshest foods and top-quality artisan goods offered by vendors who arrive from across New Hampshire.
The outdoor market — one of the oldest operating farmers’ markets in the state, with dozens of vendors participating every year — wraps things up at the end of October. Stop by to get your fix of local coffee, produce, cut flowers, baked goods, and heaven knows what else.
The winter farmers market, held inside the building at 7 Eagle Square, opens in November and runs through April.
