FAIRS AND FESTIVALS > NEW HAMPSHIRE

JUNE 9 ù MARKET SQUARE DAY
Market Sq, Portsmouth, NH (map)
603.433.4398
info@proportsmouth.org
http://www.proportsmouth.org/MarketSquareDay.cfm

The 30th annual event kicks off at 9 am with a 10K road race. For non-runners, there's a street fair featuring music and dance acts on three stages runs from 9 am to 5 pm. Free.

JUNE 9 THROUGH 17 ù LACONIA MOTORCYLE WEEK
Laconia, NH (map)
603.366.2000
http://www.laconiamcweek.com

One of the "Big Three" national motorcycle rallies, now in its 84th year. Events include guided scenic tours through the Kancamagus Highway and up Mt. Washington, Gypsy Tours, Harley displays, races, food, bike shows, concerts, music, beer, and fireworks. Call or visit the Web site for complete schedule of events. Come see is cycle culture has changed since 1923.

JULY 21 ù AMERICAN INDEPENDENCE FESTIVAL
American Independence Museum, Exeter, NH (map)
603.772.2622
http://www.independencemuseum.org

Events include a militia demonstration, music, a beer festival, childrenÆs games, and more. Open from 10 am to 5 pm, rain or shine. Free.

JULY 21 AND 22 ù 41ST ANNUAL BOW STREET FAIR
125 Bow St, Portsmouth, NH (map)
603.433.4793
info@seacoastrep.org
http://www.seacoastrep.org

A two-day juried arts-and-crafts festival with food and entertainment in downtown Portsmouth. Proceeds benefit the Seacoast Repertory Theater. Open on Sat and Sun from 10 am to 5 pm, rain or shine. $2 suggested donation.

AUG 4 THROUGH 12 ù 74TH ANNUAL LEAGUE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE CRAFTMEN'S FAIR
Mt Sunapee Resort, Newbury, NH (map)
603.224.3375
nhleague@nhcrafts.org
http://www.nhcrafts.org

This crafts fair, the oldest in the country, celebrates its 74th year. Open daily from 10 am to 5 pm, rain or shine. Admission $10, $8 for seniors and students, free for children under 12. Group rates available.