Best of NH 2020 Breweries, Wine, Spirits, Cocktails & Bars
Whether you're in the mood for a local brew or want a craft cocktail, these winners have you covered.
Author: New Hampshire Magazine Staff
Best of NH 2020 Fun & Adventure
It's time to get out and explore the Granite State. Here are our suggestions and readers' picks for the best ways to have fun and maybe learn something new along the way.
Best of NH 2020 Arts & Culture
Check out a local bluegrass duo, catch a drive-in concert, and run from the monsters in your backyard — this list of winners in the cure for boredom.
Best of NH 2020 Shops & Services
Who doesn't need a little retail therapy now and then? From funky vintage shops to local jewelers, here's where to indulge yourself. Plus, find the best services in pet care, fitness and more.
The best playgrounds in NH
Here's a roundup of some of our favorite outdoor playgrounds in the Granite State
2020 Best of NH Party Giveaways and Prizes
This year, the Best of NH Party is going virtual! Join us on Thursday, June 18, 2020 at 7 p.m. for an evening of food and drink demonstrations, live music and plenty of prize giveaways. Partygoers will have the chance…
The best outdoor dining spots in the Seacoast
A few of our favorite spots where you eat outside by the ocean or on the water in Portsmouth and Hampton.
The best outdoor dining spots in south and eastern NH
Discover great food and outdoor dining options in Nashua, Merrimack and Salem.
Where to eat outside in western NH
If you live or are venturing to the western part of the state (Keene, Peterborough or Hanover), here's where you'll want to check out for outdoor dining options.
The best outdoor dining restaurants in the Lakes Region
Check out our list of NH's best lakefront dining options for Alton Bay, Lake Winnipesauke and Wolfeboro.
The best outdoor dining spots in the White Mountains
Where to dine and take in gorgeous views of Mount Washington, picturesque Jackson and the Ammonoosuc River.
The best outdoor dining spots in greater Manchester
Our favorite restaurants to eat outside at in the greater Manchester area including Fratellos, The Foundry, The Copper Door, 900 Degrees and more.
Virtual activities, education and support for families with special needs children
Distance and virtual learning websites specifically for children and families with special needs
Good News Roundup
There's no shortage of grim news in the world right now, and while ignoring the bad won't make it go away, you can counter it with daily doses of good news. As we come across acts of kindness, helpful resources or other uplifting items, we'll post them here.
Recommended Reading During the Pandemic
Each week we're checking in with a local bookshop owner, who will help keep your to-read pile stocked with a recommendation. The editors of New Hampshire Magazine will also share what they're reading, just in case you're curious.
Local Gardening Resources
Itching to get outside? Why not plant something? Here are local greenhouses and garden centers that are open and ready to help. Curbside pickup, delivery and some limited in-store shopping are available.
Shop Local: Bookstores Are Still Open
Forget Amazon. Keep your to-read pile stocked with recommendations from local bookstore owners and New Hampshire Magazine editors, and find out where you can still buy books locally. Many independent bookshops are offering shipping, delivery and curbside pickup. Find a store near you.
Hey Dana
Hey Dana is a NH based singer/songwriter/musician that brings a melodic, mellow intensity and independent spirit to his music. His new EP release, "End Times", is available now. Check out heydanamusic.com for more info. More about Hey Dana Website: http://heydanamusic.com…
Bob Halperin
A live performance from the fabled Red & Shorty's House. Paypal: paypal.me/bhblues Venmo: @Bob-Halperin-1
OldHat Stringband
OldHat is a string band based out of Eliot, Maine. Fusing tight vocal harmonies with a lively string band rhythm section, OldHat’s sound draws from bluegrass, old time, folk, and country traditions. The band is comprised of Whitney Roy (Guitar,…
Ruby & the Groove
Upbeat soul, positive vibes and a good time - that's Ruby and the Groove. Since the band is practicing safe social distancing, here's a solo set by Ruby Shabazz, of Ruby & the Groove. Check our Ruby from the…
Alli Beaudry Seney
Alli is a Manchester-area singer and songwriter and Alumna of Berklee College of Music in Boston. Alli’s musical tastes have grown to be as diverse as her vocal talent. She is a sought after session singer and performer known for…
Paul Warnick
Paul performs solo or with the area’s best musicians at public and private events, restaurants, concerts, functions and clinics. Paul has performed solo or with his band at some of New Hampshire’s finest venues including The Bank of New Hampshire…
Audrey Drake
Audrey is a full-time musician from central New Hampshire who performs regionally throughout New England. More information: facebook.com/pg/AudreyDrakeMusic Venmo: AudreyDrakeMusic
Senie Hunt
Concord artist Senie Hunt, a percussive acoustic guitarist, performs live in his rehearsal space. Virtual tip jar: Paypal: paypal.me/seniehuntmusic More information: www.seniehunt.com (And, if you missed it, here's Senie Hunt's…
Green Heron
Virtual tip jar: Venmo: shefiddles PayPal: she.fiddles@gmail.com More information: greenheronmusic.com Sunday Brunch with Green Heron (and happy birthday, Betsy!) Sunday brunch with Green Heron. …
Bobbo Byrnes and The Fallen Stars
Virtual tip jar: PayPal: bobbo@bobbobyrnes.com Venmo: Bobbo-Byrnes More information: www.bobbobyrnes.com Music available on iTunes, website, amazon, Spotify The Fallen Stars Bobbo Byrnes A skilled musician, storyteller and an entertainer completely at ease living the life of…
Quarantine Concerts: Allie Seney, Audrey Drake and Paul Warnick
Live from the virtual studio are the talented Allie Seney, Audrey Drake and Paul Warnick
Cubicle Concerts: Quarantine Concerts
Cubicle Concerts are going virtual.
NH Restaurants Offering Takeout, Curbside and Delivery Options
Just because you can't dine out at a restaurant, it doesn't mean that your options are limited. Here's a look at restaurants offering takeout, curbside pickup and delivery options.
Cubicle Concerts: Rebel Collective
The Rebel Collective – a dynamic, fiery Irish folk-rock outfit from Concord – represents the latest thread woven into a tapestry pioneered by bands like The Pogues, The Wolfe Tones and Flogging Molly. This group of cousins, friends and musicians…
Cubicle Concerts: Maddy Roop
Whether she's teaching at the Real School of Music, in Derry, or performing on stages throughout New England, Maddy brings a soulful authenticity to her music.
Cubicle Concerts: Tom Pirozzoli
His sophisticated guitar work forms a rich backdrop for his soulful melodies and lyrics exploring the full range of the human and global experience.
Cubicle Concerts: Ruby and the Groove
Ruby and the Groove may only be three musicians, but they make a big, beautiful sound.
Cubicle Concerts: Holiday Edition
Since we were so well-behaved this year, the Cubicle Concert musicians were kind enough to gift us with a few holiday tunes.
Special Exhibit: Manchester and the Path to the Presidency
The 2020 New Hampshire primary battles will be over on February 11, but in the Manchester Historic Association’s Millyard Museum the exhibit, “Manchester: Pathway to the Presidency,” will go on through February 29. “Our premise is that in the precious…
Five-Spice Powder Fruit Cake
From “The Old Farmer’s Everyday Baking Almanac”
New Year’s Eve Events
Ring in 2020 with these New Year's Eve celebrations from around the state that include romantic dinners, family events, ski mountain resort parties, overnight stays at inns and hotels and more.
Cubicle Concerts: Bobbo Byrnes
Also a part of The Fallen Stars and a valued performer who has played with artists like the Foo Fighter’s Chris Shiflett and Sonny Mone, of Crazy Horse, Bobbo Byrnes is the real deal.
New Hampshire Magazine Debuts Two New Publications
It’s time to let you in on some exciting news — coming up in 2020, we’re debuting two special issues brought to you by the same team behind New Hampshire Magazine.
Cubicle Concerts: Morgan Clark
Morgan’s powerful voice, skilled guitar playing and breathtaking songwriting abilities lit up the Cube.
Symphony NH Holiday House Tour
This annual tour and fundraiser, happening December 7-8, 2019, will inspire you to decorate your own home.
Sweeten the Season With the Cookie and Candy Tour
Visitors can tour 11 Mount Washington Valley inns decked out in their holiday finery, offering cookies, candies and a collection of recipes. Here's what's happening for 2019.
A (Craft) League of Their Own
If you're looking for a special gift then look no further than New Hampshire's local craftsmen.
Rex Theatre Grand Opening Shows
Manchester's new venue, The Rex Theatre, is celebrating its grand opening with three free shows from October 31-November 2.
Cubicle Concerts: The Grim Brothers
The Grim Brothers are a busy trio, playing throughout New Hampshire, relating those stories and performing a mix of Americana, jazz, bluegrass and jam band styles.
Great Drinks and a Great Cause: The Distiller’s Showcase of Premium Spirits
The seventh annual showcase features hundreds of spirits, plus a special guest — actor and owner of Crystal Head Vodka Dan Aykroyd.
Veterans Day Parades and ceremonies
Veteran's Day is on Monday, November 11, 2019
Cubicle Concerts: Bitter Pill
This talented band plays a dark and anachronistic twist of folk, blues, jazz and vaudeville that is provocative, evocative and unforgettable. Call it ‘bloody folk.’
Halloween Events and Haunted Houses in New Hampshire
Whether you're looking to dance the night away in costume, want to find thrills and chills or need something a little less scary for children, we've got the Halloween event for you!
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