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Upcoming Events in Bretton Woods & the White Mountains

Holiday events in Bretton Woods & the White Mountains this November and December: tree lightings, Santa visits, sleigh rides, live theater, and more.

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Winter is one of the most magical times to visit Bretton Woods, New Hampshire and the White Mountains, and this guide to upcoming Bretton Woods events covers everything happening this season. After a day skiing or snowboarding at Bretton Woods Mountain Resort, cross-country skiing on groomed trails, or snowshoeing in the White Mountain National Forest, take a stroll through Hallmark-worthy small towns like Bethlehem, Littleton, and North Conway, or join in one of the many seasonal events happening across the region. From tree lightings, Santa visits, and festive holiday markets to horse-drawn sleigh rides, live theater, concerts, and holiday feasts at the historic Omni Mount Washington Resort, there’s always something to do in Bretton Woods and the surrounding White Mountains towns. Whether you’re planning a family ski vacation, a romantic winter getaway, or a holiday weekend in a cozy vacation rental, our events calendar makes it easy to plan your trip. Click a month below to browse Bretton Woods events and other happenings nearby.

November Events

November Special Events in Bretton Woods

  • Through November 15: The Thanksgiving Play – M&D Playhouse, North Conway, NH – Live theater.
  • November 6-11: Bring A Friend – Settlers Green, North Conway, NH – New England’s biggest shopping event, with daily in-store events, entertainment, exclusives, and giveaways.
  • Saturdays & Sundays starting November 7: Christmastime at Santa’s Village – Jefferson, NH – Holiday lights, an outdoor light show at dusk, rides, and visits with Santa and his reindeer. Open Saturdays from November 7, Sundays from November 22, and Friday, November 27. Date-specific tickets sold online only.
  • Starting November 7: Photos With Santa – Settlers Green, North Conway, NH – Visit Santa’s Home Studio for holiday photos (through December 13).
  • November 13: Mountains of Stars – AMC Highland Center, Route 302, Bretton Woods, NH – An evening discussion on where we came from and how we interact with the universe, with guest speaker Dr. Doug Arion. | 7:30 PM to 8:00 PM.
  • November 14: Holly Jolly Handmade Bazaar – Mt. Washington Valley, NH – A holiday bazaar of handmade gifts.
  • November 14: Farkus Christmas Dinner & Show – Christmas Farm Inn, Jackson, NH – A holiday dinner and show.
  • November 14: What’s in a Name – AMC Highland Center, Route 302, Bretton Woods, NH – Learn where the names of the White Mountain peaks and trails come from, with guest speaker Terry Knuuttunen. | 7:30 PM to 8:00 PM.
  • November 20: Glenn Miller Orchestra: “In the Mood for Holiday Spirit” – Omni Mount Washington Resort, Bretton Woods, NH – A three-course dinner in the Grand Ballroom followed by dancing to the legendary big band. Tickets required. | Doors 6:00 PM, show 8:30 PM.
  • November 20: Plants in Winter – AMC Highland Center, Route 302, Bretton Woods, NH – It’s cold outside, yet those plants survive! A look at the adaptations that let plants survive, and even thrive, in cold alpine environments, with guest speaker Christoph Geiss. | 7:30 PM to 8:00 PM.
  • November 21: Christmas Tree Opening Day & Craft Fair – Forest Society North at The Rocks, Bethlehem, NH – The first day of cut-your-own Christmas tree sales (one day only; the full season opens November 27), held alongside The Rocks’ holiday craft fair. | 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
  • November 21: Clouds! – AMC Highland Center, Route 302, Bretton Woods, NH – How do clouds form? What are their names? Will you get soaked? Join guest speaker Christoph Geiss for this discussion. | 7:30 PM to 8:00 PM.
  • Weekends starting November 21: Jingle Bell Chocolate Tour – Jackson, NH – Ride a horse-drawn sleigh through Jackson Village, stopping at inns to collect homemade chocolates. Departs the Snowflake Inn every 45 minutes, 11:30 AM to 3:15 PM, weekends through December 20. $45 per person.
  • November 25: Campfire – AMC Highland Center, Route 302, Bretton Woods, NH – Warm up around a cozy campfire beneath the stars (weather permitting) with Judith Watson and Keith Watling. | 7:30 PM to 8:00 PM.
  • November 26: Jackson 5K Turkey Trot & Kids Fun Run – Jackson, NH – A Thanksgiving Day 5K and kids’ fun run.
  • November 26: Thanksgiving Dinner at the Highland Center – AMC Highland Center, Route 302, Bretton Woods, NH – A Thanksgiving meal in the heart of Crawford Notch, with nearby trails, guided nature walks, and time by the fireplace. Join for the whole weekend or just Thanksgiving dinner. Adults $34 AMC members / $39 nonmembers; children $18 members / $20 nonmembers. Dinner-only reservations: (603) 466-2727. | Seatings at 1:00, 2:30, 4:00, and 5:30 PM.
  • November 26: White Mountain Trivia – AMC Highland Center, Route 302, Bretton Woods, NH – Test your knowledge of AMC and the White Mountains in a trivia game with Judith Watson and Keith Watling. | 7:30 PM to 8:00 PM.
  • November 26-29: Thanksgiving Weekend at the Omni Mount Washington Resort – Bretton Woods, NH – Family activities, live music, outdoor events, and a Thanksgiving Day buffet (reservations: 603-278-8864). Thanksgiving To-Go dinners for up to 8 can be pre-ordered through November 23.
  • November 27: Littleton Christmas Parade – Littleton, NH – The annual day-after-Thanksgiving parade welcoming Santa to town and kicking off the holiday season. | Noon.
  • November 27: Tree Lighting with Santa – North Conway Village, NH – Santa joins the village Christmas tree lighting.
  • November 27: 53rd Homecoming Weekend & Brewfest – Bretton Woods Ski Area, NH – Craft brews from local and regional breweries with live music. 21+. | 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
  • November 27: A Bat’s Nose Knows – AMC Highland Center, Route 302, Bretton Woods, NH – How bats use their noses to find family members, with an interactive exercise that may be held outside, weather permitting. Guest speaker Terry Knuuttunen. | 7:30 PM to 8:00 PM.
  • Starting November 27: Santa’s Holiday Special – Conway Scenic Railroad, North Conway, NH – A festive 60-80 minute train ride decorated for the season, with visits from Santa and his elves. Select dates through December 20; book ahead.
  • November 27 – December 23: Journey to the North Pole – Mt. Washington Valley, NH – A magical train ride to meet Santa.
  • Starting November 27: Festival of Trees – Settlers Green, North Conway, NH – Beautifully decorated holiday trees from local organizations and businesses (through December 12).
  • Daily starting November 27: Christmas Trees at The Rocks – Forest Society North at The Rocks, 113 Glessner Road, Bethlehem, NH – Cut your own Christmas tree ($75) and pick up a Rocks Traditional decorated wreath ($45), daily through December 12. Enjoy fire pits, hot cocoa for sale, free kids’ crafts on weekends, and an expanded gift shop. Free horse-drawn wagon rides around the property on November 28 & 29 (first-come, first-served). Need a pre-cut tree due to mobility concerns? Call ahead so one can be ready: 603-444-6228. | 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM; no heading out to the tree fields after 3:00 PM.
  • November 28: Holiday Artisan Fair – AMC Highland Center, Route 302, Bretton Woods, NH – A relaxed, festive craft fair with locally crafted and handmade gifts, from artwork and jewelry to home goods and seasonal items. Food and beverages available; free admission. | Starts at 10:00 AM.
  • November 28: Omni Lights Up the Holidays – Omni Mount Washington Resort, Bretton Woods, NH – The traditional Christmas tree lighting in the Great Hall, followed by a Santa Meet & Greet by the giant gingerbread house. | 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
  • November 28: Traditionally Yours Celebration – Jackson, NH – Santa’s first visit and the quintessential Jackson Village tree lighting.
  • November 28: Why Does Hiking Make My Brain Happy? – AMC Highland Center, Route 302, Bretton Woods, NH – An exploration of the science and stories behind hiking’s powerful effects on our minds and nervous systems, with guest speaker Katie Mahoney. | 7:30 PM to 8:00 PM.
  • Starting November 28: ‘Tis the Season: A White Mountain Christmas – Omni Mount Washington Resort, Bretton Woods, NH – A life-sized gingerbread house, elf hunts, cookie decorating, scavenger hunts, and Blitzen’s Bar (21+) for the grown-ups, through January 1.

Live Entertainment

  • Weekly: Live Music at the Woodstock Inn Brewery. | Dates and Times May Vary.
  • Weekly on Tuesday: Karaoke at the Woodstock Inn Brewery. | 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM.
  • November 6-15: Guys & Dolls – Presented by Theatre UP – Littleton Opera House, Littleton, NH – The classic Broadway musical comedy of gamblers, gangsters, and showgirls. | November 6, 7, 13 & 14 at 7:30 PM; November 7, 8, 14 & 15 at 2:00 PM.
  • November 29 – December 6: Weathervane Theatre Holiday Season – The Meeting House, Sugar Hill, NH – Weathervane’s fourth holiday season, with three shows in rotation: Who’s Holiday! (adults only; opens November 29 at 3:00 PM), The Santaland Diaries (ages 14+; opens November 30 at 7:00 PM), and the brand-new family musical revue A North Country Christmas: All Snowed In (ages 5+; opens December 1). Box Office: 603-837-9322.
December Events

December Special Events in Bretton Woods

  • All Month: ‘Tis the Season: A White Mountain Christmas – Omni Mount Washington Resort, Bretton Woods, NH – A life-sized gingerbread house, elf hunts, cookie decorating, and scavenger hunts, plus Blitzen’s Bar (21+), through January 1.
  • Saturdays & Sundays through December 20: Christmastime at Santa’s Village – Jefferson, NH – Holiday lights, an outdoor light show at dusk, rides, and visits with Santa and his reindeer. Date-specific tickets sold online only.
  • Weekends through December 20: Santa’s Holiday Special – Conway Scenic Railroad, North Conway, NH – A festive train ride with visits from Santa and his elves. Book ahead.
  • Through December 23: Journey to the North Pole – Mt. Washington Valley, NH – A magical train ride to meet Santa.
  • Weekends through December 20: Jingle Bell Chocolate Tour – Jackson, NH – Horse-drawn sleigh rides through Jackson Village, collecting homemade chocolates at local inns. 11:30 AM to 3:15 PM. $45 per person.
  • Daily through December 12: Christmas Trees at The Rocks – Forest Society North at The Rocks, 113 Glessner Road, Bethlehem, NH – Cut your own Christmas tree ($75) and pick up a Rocks Traditional decorated wreath ($45). Enjoy fire pits, hot cocoa for sale, free kids’ crafts on weekends, and free horse-drawn wagon rides around the property on December 5, 6 & 12 (first-come, first-served). Need a pre-cut tree due to mobility concerns? Call ahead so one can be ready: 603-444-6228. The gift shop stays open after tree sales end. | 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM; no heading out to the tree fields after 3:00 PM.
  • December 3: Holiday Marketplace – Sea Dog Brewing, North Conway, NH – A holiday shopping marketplace.
  • December 4, 11, 18 & 24: Santa Meet & Greet – Omni Mount Washington Resort, Bretton Woods, NH – Photos with Santa by the giant gingerbread house. | 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
  • Early December: Christmas in Bethlehem – Bethlehem, NH – A free, family-friendly festival with live music, Santa visits, craft workshops, the Illumination Parade, and fireworks. Check christmasinbethlehemnh.org for this year’s date.
  • December 5: Holiday Festival & Tree Lighting – Settlers Green, North Conway, NH – A day of holiday happenings culminating in the lighting of the Christmas tree at The Gazebo. | Tree lighting at 4:00 PM.
  • December 5: Lincoln Holiday Lights – The Mills Marketplace, Lincoln, NH – A free community celebration with Santa, carolers, seasonal treats, the lighting of a 30-foot tree, and fireworks. | Tree lighting at 5:00 PM.
  • December 12-13: Inn to Inn Holiday Cookie Tour – Country Inns in the White Mountains – The 29th annual self-guided tour sampling homemade cookies at historic inns throughout the region. Tickets sold through participating inns.
  • December 18-19: White Mountain Winter: A Pop-Up Art Gallery – Omni Mount Washington Resort, Bretton Woods, NH – Local artists showcase winter-inspired work in the Great Hall. | 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM.
  • December 19: The Nutcracker – Omni Mount Washington Resort, Bretton Woods, NH – Presented by Safe Haven Ballet in their first-ever performance at the resort, open to guests and locals.
  • December 31: New Year’s Eve: Ring in 2027 – Omni Mount Washington Resort, Bretton Woods, NH – Resort-wide celebrations, from family bingo in the Grand Ballroom to an elegant evening for adults.
  • December 31: New Year’s Eve Late Special – Conway Scenic Railroad, North Conway, NH – Ring in 2027 on board a festive train that travels west through the Mount Washington Valley and over Crawford Notch, returning just after midnight. On-board entertainment; drinks and snacks for purchase. Adults 21+ only. | Boards 8:00 PM, departs 8:15 PM.

Live Entertainment

  • Weekly: Live Music at the Woodstock Inn Brewery. | Dates and Times May Vary.
  • Weekly on Tuesday: Karaoke at the Woodstock Inn Brewery. | 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM.
  • December 4, 11 & 18: Blitzen’s Bash – Live music at Blitzen’s Bar, Omni Mount Washington Resort (21+). | 8:00 PM.
  • December 3-20: A Christmas Carol – Mt. Washington Valley, NH – The classic holiday tale on stage.
  • Through December 5: Who’s Holiday! – Presented by the Weathervane Theatre – The Meeting House, Sugar Hill, NH – A wildly funny, adults-only comedy about a grown-up Cindy Lou Who, in its fourth and final year. | December 2 at 2:00 & 7:00 PM, December 4 at 7:00 PM, plus a special performance December 5 at 7:00 PM at the Medallion Opera House, Gorham, NH.
  • Through December 6: The Santaland Diaries – Presented by the Weathervane Theatre – The Meeting House, Sugar Hill, NH – David Sedaris’s hilarious true tale of working as a Macy’s elf. Ages 14+. | December 3 at 7:00 PM, December 4 at 2:00 PM, December 6 at 1:00 PM.
  • December 1-6: A North Country Christmas: All Snowed In – Presented by the Weathervane Theatre – The Meeting House, Sugar Hill, NH – A brand-new, family-friendly holiday musical revue with classic Christmas favorites. Ages 5+. | December 1 at 7:00 PM, December 3 at 2:00 PM, December 5 at 2:00 PM, December 6 at 5:00 PM. Box Office: 603-837-9322.
  • December 4-6: Madagascar – A Musical Adventure JR. – A Theatre UP Junior production – Theatre UP on Main, Littleton, NH – A family-friendly musical based on the hit animated film. | December 4 at 7:00 PM; December 5 & 6 at 2:00 PM.
  • December 11: Conway Broadcasting Holiday Concert with Brass Attack – Mt. Washington Valley, NH.
  • December 11: A Charlie Brown Christmas – The Heather Pierson Trio – Mt. Washington Valley, NH – The beloved jazz score performed live.
January Events

January Special Events in Bretton Woods

  • January 1: First Day Hike – Franconia Notch State Park, Franconia, NH – Start the new year with a free guided winter hike led by park rangers or volunteers, covering the park’s history and ecology. Free.
  • Mondays starting January 4: Trivia Night at Fabyan’s Station – Bretton Woods, NH – Test your knowledge of music, television, film, celebrities, local history, and more in a multi-round trivia game hosted by DJ Corey, with prizes up for grabs. Free. | 5:30 PM.
  • January 16: Torchlight Parade & Fireworks – Loon Mountain, Governor Adams Lodge, Lincoln, NH – Watch skiers and snowboarders light up the slopes, followed immediately by fireworks. | 6:45 PM.
  • January 30: M. W. Otto Rhode Memorial Skin & Ski – Mt. Washington Auto Road, Gorham, NH – A backcountry skin-and-ski fundraiser for the Granite Backcountry Alliance. | 11:30 AM to 4:00 PM.

Live Entertainment

  • Weekly: Live Music at the Woodstock Inn Brewery. | Dates and Times May Vary.
  • Weekly on Monday: Trivia at the Woodstock Inn Brewery.
  • Weekly on Tuesday: Karaoke at the Woodstock Inn Brewery. | 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM.
  • Weekly on Wednesday: Open Mic Night at Peaks Pub – Franconia Inn, Franconia, NH – Musician sign-up starts at 6:30 PM; music runs 7:00 to 9:00 PM. | 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM.

More events will be added as they are announced. Check back soon!

February Events

February Special Events in Bretton Woods

  • Mondays through February: Trivia Night at Fabyan’s Station – Bretton Woods, NH – Test your knowledge of music, television, film, celebrities, local history, and more in a multi-round trivia game hosted by DJ Corey, with prizes up for grabs. Free. | 5:30 PM.
  • February 4-7: Mount Washington Valley Ice Fest – North Conway, NH – The annual ice climbing festival in the Mt. Washington Valley.
  • February 18: Camp III Snowshoe & S’mores – Loon Mountain, Lincoln, NH – Ride the Kancamagus 8 chairlift, snowshoe to Camp III for snacks and s’mores, then hike back down. | 4:00 PM.
  • February 28: Ski, Shoe & Fatbike to the Clouds – Great Glen Trails & Mt. Washington Auto Road, Gorham, NH – A 10K freestyle race climbing about 2,200 feet up the Auto Road. For experienced participants only. | 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Live Entertainment

  • Weekly: Live Music at the Woodstock Inn Brewery. | Dates and Times May Vary.
  • Weekly on Monday: Trivia at the Woodstock Inn Brewery.
  • Weekly on Tuesday: Karaoke at the Woodstock Inn Brewery. | 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM.
  • Weekly on Wednesday: Open Mic Night at Peaks Pub – Franconia Inn, Franconia, NH – Musician sign-up starts at 6:30 PM; music runs 7:00 to 9:00 PM. | 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM.
  • February 4-21: Death by Design – M&D Playhouse, North Conway, NH – A hilarious mystery mash-up of Noël Coward and Agatha Christie, set during a 1932 weekend at an English country manor. The first show of M&D’s 2027 season.
  • February 5-14: The 39 Steps – Presented by Theatre UP – Littleton Opera House, Littleton, NH – A fast-paced comedic spin on the Hitchcock spy thriller. | February 5, 6, 12 & 13 at 7:30 PM; February 7 & 14 at 2:00 PM.

More events will be added as they are announced. Check back soon!

March Events

March Special Events in Bretton Woods

  • March 14: Eastern Freestyle Championships – Loon Mountain, Lincoln, NH – Young skiers compete in aerials and moguls, judged on form and speed.
  • March 22: Last Call with Eastern Boarder – Loon Mountain, Little Sister Park, Lincoln, NH – A snowboard competition with a $20,000 cash purse.
  • March 27: ’80s Day – Loon Mountain, Lincoln, NH – An all-day, all-mountain ’80s party.

Live Entertainment

  • Weekly: Live Music at the Woodstock Inn Brewery. | Dates and Times May Vary.
  • Weekly on Monday: Trivia at the Woodstock Inn Brewery.
  • Weekly on Tuesday: Karaoke at the Woodstock Inn Brewery. | 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM.
  • Weekly on Wednesday: Open Mic Night at Peaks Pub – Franconia Inn, Franconia, NH – Musician sign-up starts at 6:30 PM; music runs 7:00 to 9:00 PM. | 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM.
  • March 11-21: Failure: A Love Story – M&D Playhouse, North Conway, NH – A magical, musical fable about the three Fail sisters and their family clock repair shop near the Chicago River in 1928.

More events will be added as they are announced. Check back soon!

Dates, times, and prices for Bretton Woods events are subject to change. We recommend confirming details with the event organizer before you go.

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