Things to do near Alton, NH
March 2026 Edition
Over the last week or so, we’ve watched ~2-3 feet of snow quickly turn to mud, revealing little buds throughout our gardens, and we’re starting to feel hopeful that spring may be upon us. As we have begun to make the post-winter rounds, fixing busted fence posts, collecting broken tree limbs, and putting our driveway back where it belongs (dirt driveway friends - I know you get it), we can’t help but get excited for what’s to come. Between spring clean-up, starting seeds, pruning plants, prepping the gardens, and getting ready for another beautiful wedding season, we also can’t wait to enjoy some of the local events that springtime brings!
We’ve curated a list of fun activities near us for the rest of this month. Stay tuned to our blog and social media to find out what’s going on in April & May next!
Weekend of March 20th - 22nd
New Hampshire’s statewide Maple Weekend is THIS weekend - March 20th-22nd. The local sugar houses have been in full swing this month, boiling sap. It’s a great time to visit and see what they are up to. Many are open for tours and tastings, while some are also advertising celebrations, festivals, and events you won’t want to miss (especially if you love maple as much as we do!)
Maple Ridge Sugar House - “Maple Weekend 2026.” March 21-22nd, located at 268 Loudon Ridge Rd, Loudon, NH. This event looks like a blast - complete with live music, all the maple goodies, some great local vendors, and even a puppy meet and greet! Hit the link to find out more.
Just Maple - “Maple Weekend 2026!” March 21st & 22nd 9 AM - 3:00 PM. Located at 425 School Street in Tilton, NH - Just Maple is offering educational tours, live music, kids’ activities, samples of creative maple products, and concessions (including their unique fan favorite - sap boiled hot dogs!) And for our couples planning their weddings - we happen to know that Just Maple makes the cutest tiny bottles - perfect for wedding favors!
Eldridge Family Sugar House & Ice Cream Shoppe - “Maple Weekend” - March 21st & 22nd in Tamworth, NH. Enjoy a guided tour ‘from tree to shelf’, shop amazing maple goodies, and enjoy a photo contest!
Mt. Kearsage Indian Museum - Maple Day - March 21st, 10 AM-2 PM - Located about an hour from Alton in Warner, NH, the museum is hosting a family-friendly day of demonstrations, outdoor activities, storytelling, maple-inspired baked goods, and warm beverages. Learn about the traditional process of boiling sap over an open fire by the native tribes in the Northeast.
Charmingfare Farm - Maple Express - Weekends throughout March. Although just outside the Lakes Region, another gem worth mentioning. “A signature New Hampshire maple month experience”. Take a horse-drawn or tractor train ride through the heart of their maple sugaring process, visit the sugar shack, learn about the process, taste the freshest syrup, and visit the rest of the animals while you’re there.
There are tons of sugar shacks open across the entire state this weekend if you’re looking for more - check out this site for a more comprehensive list!
Women’s Day Expo/Everett Arena- March 21st, 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM - Concord, NH - Everett Arena - Vendors, samples, swag bags, giveaways, demos, Career Development, Travel, Financial Planning, Shopping, Fashion, Food, Entertainment, and Cosmetics! Proceeds help support the New Hampshire Breast Cancer Association.
Bridal Show/Everett Arena- March 22nd - 12:00 - 3:00 PM - Everett Arena, Concord, NH. Meet some amazing local vendors, lots of chances to win prizes, raffles, and giveaways, shop wedding dresses, and enjoy show-special rates from many of the vendors!
Leave By 9 - March 21st, 6-9 PM - The Main Venue at Arts Alley in Concord, NH. “Join us for an evening with a Live DJ full of 80s-2000s bangers, unapologetic sing-alongs, and a dance floor packed with moms who know how to have fun without sacrificing the next day.”
Weekend of March 27-29th
Easter Craft Fair/Paugus Bay Village - Gilford, NH - Visit with the Easter Bunny, shop with local crafters, enjoy handmade treats, and more. March 28th & 29th - 10 AM - 3 PM
Capital City Craft Festival/Everett Arena - Concord, NH - Everett Arena - Indoor Arts and Crafts festival, celebrating craftsmanship & community. Enjoy shopping with a gathering of over 100 incredible local vendors and craftsmen offering a wide variety of arts, crafts, and specialty food items.
Lakes Region Spring Craft Fair/Gilford Youth Center- Gilford Youth Center, 19 Potter Hill Road, Gilford, NH - Saturday 3/28 - 9 AM - 2 PM. Shop over 50 local vendors, participate in a raffle to benefit the mobile meals program, and enjoy concessions while you support the GYC.
Seacoast Barrel Weekend/Flag Hill Distillery - Flag Hill Distillery - Lee, NH. 3/28 & 3/29 - 11-4 PM. Amazing straight from the barrel tasting experience. You will visit four wineries over the course of the weekend for a unique look into the production side of the wineries with our winemakers. Once your punch card shows you’ve visited each location, turn it in to be entered in a raffle!
While we love the winter for many reasons, we are excited for the community events the spring and summer bring! Stay tuned here and on our socials, where we will continue to share this series highlighting what’s going on in our area! Whether you are local or planning a trip to visit The Lakes Region, we hope to help you find some amazing local happenings and opportunities to support our incredible local businesses!
We use our blog as a space to share wedding-planning resources, #farmlife updates, local happenings, and support other small/local businesses. We hope that you choose to support some of the local businesses planning community events listed in this blog! (Maybe we’ll see you there!)
In an additional effort to support small, locally-owned businesses, we will always share a few with you at the end of each blog. Please feel free to check them out, read their helpful blogs, and follow their socials as well!
Happy Spring!