Escape to Gorham, New Hampshire

Calendar of Events

Summer 2025

For More Information Please Contact these Websites...

Mt. Washington Auto Road - 603-466-3988

Mount Washington Observatory


Great Glen Trails

AMC Pinkham Notch Visitors Center


Medallion Opera House

St. Kieran Community Center for the Arts


June

May23  - Gorham Moose Tours begin

7pm - thru September 13th - From the Town Common, a 3-4 hour tour in a comfortable tour bus. Enjoy a moose / wildlife tour on the North Country's longest-running tour with experienced wildlife guides that know just where to search and find Moose! more info

June 3, 5 & 6 - Bicknell's Thrush Tour at Mt. Washington Auto Road

6am - Early morning self-driving guided tour to see this rare Bicknell’s Thrush, an extremely rare secretive species with very limited breeding grounds. It is the only bird whose breeding is restricted to the Northeastern part of the continent. They usually breed at higher elevations, normally nesting above 3,000 ft. more info

June 5 - Gorham Farmers' Market begins

Every Thursday thru September 26 from 3:00 - 6:00pm, Town of Gorham Common. Live music, family activities, good food and great vendors! Featuring a variety of local vendors selling fresh and organic produce, fruits, meats, baked goods, pastries, eggs, jams / jellies, preserves, goat dairy products, coffee, cheeses, honey products, maple products, local authors, handcrafted items such as; leather goods, soaps, dog treats, sewn / crochet items, wood turned kitchen items, prepared food including; Thai food, meatball / pork / beef sandwiches and chicken wings, homemade sauces, lemonade, teas, wild forged items; mushrooms, chaga, fiddleheads, local author novels, and much more! more info

June 14 - Northeast Delta Dental Road Race up Mt. Washington

9am - THERE'S ONLY ONE HILL. This historic all-uphill run draws thousands of runners from around the globe to make the grueling climb to the summit of the highest peak in the Northeast. more info

June 14 - Minis on Top, Mt. Washington

5pm - 200+ MINI Coopers gather annually to make their way to the summit of Mt. Washington. You can be a part of this exciting MINI owners event! more info

June 17 - Summer Concert Series begins with Jeremy Dean

6:30 - 8:30 Tuesdays, On the Town Common, bring your banket or lawn chair. Every Tuesday thru August 5th  more info

June 21 - Don Who at St. Kieran's Community Center for the Arts

7pm - Welcome to the Fabulous 50's Sock Hop! Get ready to twist and shout with the one and only Don Who! Join us for a night of classic tunes, poodle skirts, and saddle shoes as we rock around the clock! more info

June 24 - July 29 - Summer Mountain Bike Series at Great Glen Trails

A weekly mountain bike series for all abilities and ages. Every Tuesday for 6 weeks, racers can ride the long, short, or mini courses between 3:30 and 6:45 pm. Register online — no fees! more info

June 24 - Summer Concert Series with Shot of J. D.

6:30 - 8:30 Tuesdays, On the Town Common, bring your banket or lawn chair. Every Tuesday thru August 5th  more info

June 26 - I Draw Slow at Medallion Opera House

"I Draw Slow has consistently redefined acoustic roots music for over ten years!" more info

June 28 - NH ATV Day on Mt. Washington

8am - 12pm - This exclusive event for ATVs and UTVs only is a benefit fundraiser for the NH ATV Club, which goes to support trail maintenance and access, rider safety, and education. more info

June 28 - Bucky Lewis Comedy

Bucky Lewis Comedy is presented by the Gorham Fourth of July Committee. Proceeds will benefit the Gorham 4th of July Spectacular! more info

July

July 3 - Open Mic Night on the Common

6pm - Join us for a special Open Mic Night on the Common to kick off the Gorham 4th of July celebrations! Please note, this event will take place on Thursday, July 3rd rather than the usual first Wednesday of the month. more info

July 3 thru July 7 - Gorham 4th of July Celebration

The longest running Independence Day Celebration in the state of NH, takes place on the Town Common. Miller Amusements Carnival on the midway, a live concert every night, Classic Car Show, sidewalk vendors, music and Karioke, Kiddie Parade and Main Parade on Main Street with fireworks at 10 pm. more info

July 5 - Mt. Washington Auto Road Sunset Drive & Guided Tours

7PM - The Mt. Washington Auto Road stays open late, allowing guests to drive themselves or take a guided tour to the summit of Mount Washington to view the sunset. more info

July 15 - Summer Concert Series with Randy Messineo & Don Aldrich

6:30 - 8:30 Tuesdays, On the Town Common, bring your banket or lawn chair. Every Tuesday thru August 5th  more info

July 19 - Mt. Washington Auto Road Sunset Drive & Guided Tours

7PM - The Mt. Washington Auto Road stays open late, allowing guests to drive themselves or take a guided tour to the summit of Mount Washington to view the sunset. more info

July 19 - Northern Cross at the Medallion Opera House

7pm - Northern Cross is a tribute to Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young. Based in the northeastern U.S., Northern Cross straddles all the genres of popular music encompassed by the eclectic career of CSNY. more info

July 19 - Seek the Peak

The largest annual fundraiser for the Mount Washington Observatory is proudly hosted at the base of Mt. Washington Auto Road. All outdoor enthusiasts are invited to raise funds, set goals, and earn gear! more info

July 20 - Summit Salute

2 PM - Join other service members, veterans, & military families for this special FREE event at the base of Mt. Washington. Share stories, play outdoors, eat great food and enjoy a discounted drive on the Auto Road. Military ID required. more info

July 19 - Mt. Washington Auto Road Sunset Drive & Guided Tours

7PM - The Mt. Washington Auto Road stays open late, allowing guests to drive themselves or take a guided tour to the summit of Mount Washington to view the sunset. more info

July 22 - Summer Concert Series with Drkside

6:30 - 8:30 Tuesdays, On the Town Common, bring your banket or lawn chair. Every Tuesday thru August 5th  more info

July 27 - Mt. Washington Auto Road Sunrise Drive & Guided Tours

4AM - The Mt. Washington Auto Road opens early on two Sundays every summer, allowing guests to drive themselves or take a guided tour to the summit of Mount Washington to view the sunrise.No ATV's permitted. more info

July 27 - Sunrise Ascent on Mt. Washington by Adaptive Sports Partners

2 am - An empowering fundraising event to benefit Adaptive Sports Partners of the North Country, a nonprofit dedicated to providing year-round sports, recreation, and wellness opportunities for people with disabilities. more info

July 29 - Summer Concert Series with Dennis & Davey

6:00pm - On the Town Common, bring your banket or lawn chair. Every Tuesday thru August 5th  more info

August

August 2 & 3 - Big Day Brewing 24 Hours of Great Glen

All day and all night - Great Glen Trails hosts the best mountain bike race and party of the summer. Solo competitors and teams of two, four, or five race on the 8.8 mile course throughout the Wonderland of Great Glen Trails. more info

August 5 - Summer Concert Series with North Country Boys

6:00pm - Last concert of the season on the Town Common, bring your banket or lawn chair.   more info

August 9 - Mt. Washington Auto Road Sunset Drive & Guided Tours

7PM - The Mt. Washington Auto Road stays open late, allowing guests to drive themselves or take a guided tour to the summit of Mount Washington to view the sunset. more info

August 16 - Mt. Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hillclimb

Riders will race to the summit of Mt. Washington in what's been called, "the toughest hillclimb in the US, if not the world". Attracting both local and world class bicyclists, the race benefits Tin Mountain Conservation Center, which provides educational programs that foster greater awareness and understanding of the natural environment. more info

August 28 - Cantrip at the Medallion Opera House

7pm - The name Cantrip is an Old Scots word meaning a charm, magic spell or piece of mischief and it aptly describes the unexpected twists and turns in their musical arrangements, likewise the compelling potency of their musicianship.  more info

August 30 - Mt. Washington Auto Road Sunset Drive & Guided Tours

7PM - The Mt. Washington Auto Road stays open late, allowing guests to drive themselves or take a guided tour to the summit of Mount Washington to view the sunset. more info

September

September 4 - 7 - Muster in the Mountains at Mt. Washington Auto Road

This event features a colonial encampment of re-enactors representing the French and Indian War, Revolutionary War, and Mountain Man periods from 1750 through 1840. Participants demonstrate the use of appropriate tools, clothing, and firearms from their respective time periods. This event is free and open to the general public with the hope that the education they receive here may spur them on to consider becoming a future participant. more info

September 14 - Counterfeit Cash, Johnny Cash Tribute at St. Kieran Arts

Get ready to experience the ultimate tribute to the Man in Black himself, Johnny Cash, with Counterfeit Cash - a night of unforgettable music. more info

September 16 - Heartless, A Tribute at St. Kieran Arts

New England's Tribute to Ann Wilson of Heart. more info

September 28 - LumberJack & Jill Festival - Jigger Johnson on the Gorham Town Common

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