Come visit the friendly downtown of Concord, New Hampshire! Whether you come to be a part of our gleaming arts community, the local food movement, or the plethora of outdoor recreation sites, you’ll be sure to find plenty to do in our Capital City. With a wide range of events hosted year-round, Concord is a lively New England city full of fun-filled opportunities.
Read MoreConcord, New Hampshire’s “Creative Capital,” is about to launch a new creative asset for people who love to make things. Making Matters, the latest maker space facility in New Hampshire, is opening in the former Beede Electric Building just south of Penacook Village Center.
Read MoreAh, the doldrums of winter! Cold, ice, dark… what would help? Some fresh cheese and bread? Well, this fair city has not one but two winter farmers’ markets, but with local vendors, and great fresh local options.
Read MoreThink there's nothing to do on a wintery Saturday? Think again!
There's plenty to do in Franklin. Less than 30 minutes from Concord!
Read MoreThey say that the Dutch brought the idea of the doughnut to America- but fried dough is common in most European nations, from Portugal to France. In small towns, coffee shops sold doughnuts, and folks met over a sweet treat. And they came in person, not to the drive-thu.
Read MoreDowntown Concord had a lot to offer the shopper who is decorating or remaking the look of their home. With the addition of Company C, Concord is a real home decor destination. With a wide offering of fine, family owned stores, Concord has the bold colors, fine woods, and style to make any home unique. Here are just few…
Read MoreCross-country skiing around Concord New Hampshire is a great way to beat the winter blues, as the ski offerings in and around the State Capital abound!
Read MoreSkiing is less than an hour's drive from Concord, NH making an afternoon on the slopes and a place for skiing after work simple.
Read MoreWhite Park covers some 20.17-acres in a polygonal shape surrounded by clapboard homes and the Franklin Pierce Law School
Read MoreLooking for the perfect Highball? Maybe a Dirty Martini? Is a classic Old Fashioned your go-to drink? Here's where to go for a classic cocktail in Concord.
Read MoreThese days, Concord looks a little different than it did when I was growing up. Though most of the buildings in Concord went up in the second half of the 19th century (right after the railroad came to town), it’s recently seen a renaissance. In 2014, the City Council approved a 10 million dollar revamp of the historic downtown. As a result, Main Street boasts wider sidewalks, new lighting, public art, and gathering places.
Read MoreA vacation that is the best of both worlds: Ski and stay in Concord, New Hampshire
Read MoreIf you're looking for that special gift for that special someone, these five Concord, NH specialty shops are a great place to start!
Read MoreLive Music in Concord is thriving! Here are some of the best local venues for catching your favorite local, national and international artists!
Read MoreLooking for locally grown, raised and produced meats, cheese, bread, coffee, honey, maple syrup, soaps, and more? Visit the Concord Winter Farmers Market.
Read MoreDuring my time in Concord, I was able to actually enjoy life and make the most of my free time, even on weekdays. Being able to walk to work was probably one of the biggest advantages, because your day goes by pretty fast when you spend an hour in traffic to drive 3 miles, and that’s one thing I surely didn’t miss about home.
Read Morehere’s an early holiday shopping tip: Come to Concord, NH. Take advantage of tax free New Hampshire - but also the most vibrant shopping region in the state where you can find unique and one of a kind gifts that will celebrate relationships and not consumerism. We found a few off-the beaten path shops that will make the holiday season sparkle!
Read MoreWhat’s old is new! And LP’s and classic electronics from the 70s and 80s are cool again. From classic comics to video games to records, the Concord area has some fun shops to find classic treasures. Here are a few of our favorites:
Read MoreFree-range, locally grown meats just taste better. Now is the time to visit local farms, see how the animals are raised buy beef, pork and chicken and maybe even join a CSA.
Read MoreToday there are more than a dozen burial grounds in the city. The Old North Cemetery on North State Street in Concord, sits near what had been the original town center, and is the city's oldest burial ground.
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