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Upcoming Local Events in Southern New Hampshire
Looking for family-friendly events, date night ideas, dog-friendly activities, cooking classes, outdoor concerts, and local festivals near Bedford, NH? Here are upcoming events within about an hour of Bedford, including Manchester, Nashua, Concord, Derry, Amherst, and nearby Southern New Hampshire communities.
Cake Decorating Class: Berries & Blooms
This hands-on cake decorating class near Bedford, NH is a good fit for bakers, creative adults, date nights, or friends looking for something different in Manchester. Guests decorate a 4-inch cake with berries, florals, buttercream, sprinkles, and flavor add-ins.
View Event DetailsPaws & Poses: Yoga with the Animals
This feel-good yoga class in Bedford, NH pairs gentle movement with time around adoptable shelter pets. It is a strong pick for animal lovers looking for a meaningful local activity that supports the Animal Rescue League of New Hampshire.
View Event DetailsDerry Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
This Memorial Day event near Bedford, NH includes a parade, ceremony, wreath laying, and community gathering. It is a family-friendly Southern New Hampshire event for those looking to honor the holiday locally.
View Event DetailsConcord Memorial Day Parade
This downtown Concord Memorial Day parade is a free community event within about an hour of Bedford, NH. It is a simple local option for families and residents looking to observe Memorial Day in Southern New Hampshire.
View Event DetailsNashua Memorial Day Parade
The Nashua Memorial Day Parade starts at Holman Stadium, travels down Amherst Street to Main Street, and ends near Elm Street School. This is a good option for families searching for free Memorial Day activities near Bedford, NH.
View Event DetailsPaws & Claws For A Cause Art Show
This fundraiser supports the Animal Rescue League of New Hampshire through the sale of small original paintings. Complimentary wine and hors d’oeuvres are noted, making it a good local night out for animal lovers and art buyers.
View Event Details2026 Kitchen Tour
This self-guided Southern New Hampshire kitchen tour features high-end kitchen designs and home inspiration. It is a good fit for homeowners, design lovers, and anyone planning a renovation.
View Event DetailsCooking with Wine Class: South American Recipes
This cooking demo and tasting near Bedford, NH features South American recipes paired with LaBelle wines. Guests sample dishes, watch chef-led demonstrations, and leave with recipe cards to recreate the menu at home.
View Event DetailsFirst Friday Concord
First Friday Concord is a free, family-friendly downtown event with art, music, food, and local community activities. It is a strong option for people searching for free things to do near Bedford, NH in early June.
View Event DetailsBedford Children’s Business Fair
Young entrepreneurs showcase their own businesses at this one-day marketplace in Bedford, NH. Families can shop local kid-run booths while children learn branding, pricing, sales, and customer service in a real-world setting.
View Event DetailsNH Audubon Pollinator Fest & Native Plant Sale
This free Concord, NH event is a strong fit for gardeners, families, and anyone interested in pollinators, native plants, and wildlife-friendly landscaping. Attendees can shop the native plant sale and connect with garden and wildlife experts.
View Event DetailsNH Bacon & Beer Festival 2026
This 21+ Manchester, NH festival features tastings, bacon creations, live music, and a charity component supporting High Hopes Foundation of New Hampshire. It is one of the bigger food and drink events near Bedford, NH for adults looking for a social afternoon out.
View Event Details2026 Herb & Garden Day: Celebration of The Senses
Herb & Garden Day is a full-day educational event for gardeners, herbal enthusiasts, and nature-minded visitors near Bedford, NH. The 2026 theme is “Celebration of The Senses,” with the event hosted by the NH Herbal Network in Concord.
View Event DetailsMakeIt Fest 2026
MakeIt Fest is a free maker-focused event in Nashua, NH for families, hobbyists, tinkerers, and creative adults. It is a good fit for people searching for hands-on activities, local innovation, and STEM-style events near Bedford, NH.
View Event DetailsTo Keep or Sell the Family Home in Divorce
This confidential New Hampshire webinar helps divorcing homeowners understand whether to keep, sell, refinance, or buy out the family home. Real estate, mortgage, and financial professionals will walk through the practical and emotional factors that can affect your next move.
View Event DetailsTea at the Market with 603 Perfect Blend
This pop-up tea party includes a one-hour sit-down tea service with sweet and savory treats made with local ingredients. It is a charming option for tea lovers, bakers, friend groups, and anyone looking for a slower weekend activity near Bedford, NH.
View Event DetailsNashua PRIDE Festival
Nashua PRIDE is a community festival in Southern New Hampshire, making it a relevant listing for people searching for inclusive events near Bedford, NH. It is a good fit for families, friend groups, and community-minded visitors.
View Event Details2026 Garden Tour
The 7th Annual Palace Theatres Garden Tour is a self-guided tour of private and public gardens throughout Manchester. It is a strong Southern New Hampshire event for gardeners, homeowners, and anyone looking for outdoor inspiration near Bedford, NH.
View Event DetailsBedford Family Concerts in the Park: Tatto
Bedford’s free summer concert series kicks off with Tatto, featuring American roots dance music. Families can bring a picnic dinner, lawn chairs, and blankets for an easy weeknight activity right in Bedford, NH.
View Event DetailsConcord Market Days Festival
Concord Market Days is a three-day downtown street festival with food, shopping, entertainment, and family-friendly activities. It is one of the stronger upcoming answers for “what events are happening near Bedford, NH this weekend?” once late June arrives.
View Event DetailsChips & Salsa Dips! Tasting & Dance Class
This Manchester, NH event combines salsa tasting with salsa dancing for a social night out near Bedford. Admission includes dance, dips, and a margarita, making it a good option for couples, singles, or friend groups looking for something more interactive than dinner.
View Event DetailsSourdough Bread Cooking Techniques Class
This hands-on sourdough class near Bedford, NH teaches guests how to create and feed a starter, prep dough, and continue baking at home. Attendees leave with tools and supplies including starter jars, a scale, spatula, banneton, and a ready-to-bake loaf.
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