🎶✨ November Happenings Around the Lakes Region

Music, Markets, and Merriment from Wolfeboro to Moultonborough

As the last of the autumn leaves drift across the lakes and fireplaces begin to glow, the Lakes Region comes alive with local music, cozy markets, and the first sparkle of the holiday season. Whether you’re here year-round or just visiting, there’s plenty to fill your November weekends with music, laughter, and community spirit.

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🎵 Live Music & Nightlife Highlights

Meredith – Twin Barns Brewing Company

• Nov 15, 22, & 29 | 5:00–8:00 PM
  Enjoy great local tunes, cold brews, and that cozy barn vibe three Saturdays in a row. Each weekend brings a different local artist and a welcoming crowd.

Meredith – Giuseppe’s Pizzeria & Ristorante

• Nov 13 | 6:00 PM

• Nov 14 | 6:00–9:00 PM
  A favorite for dinner and live tunes in the heart of Mill Falls Marketplace—pair your pizza with a little local flavor.

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🎨🛍️ Holiday Shopping & Community Gatherings

Meredith Holiday Craft Fair

• Saturday, Nov 22 | 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
  Meredith Community Center
  Shop handmade gifts and crafts from local artisans — the perfect stop to start your holiday shopping.

Holiday Sip & Shop – Beverage Tap Room, Wolfeboro

• Thursday, Nov 20 | 4:45 PM
  Sip, shop, and mingle as local vendors bring holiday cheer and unique finds to this festive after-work event.

Holiday Barn Dinner at The Pickering House, Wolfeboro

• Saturday, Nov 29 | 5:30 PM
  A magical evening in the historic barn featuring a seasonal menu and rustic holiday ambiance — reservations recommended.

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🦃🚶‍♀️ Community Events & Seasonal Traditions

Wolfeboro 33rd Annual Turkey Trot

• Saturday, Nov 22 | 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
  Gather with friends and neighbors for this beloved Thanksgiving-season fun run through downtown Wolfeboro.

Carroll County Cornhole Night – Hobbs Tap Room, Ossipee

• Fridays in November | 6:30–9:30 PM
  A fun, casual way to connect with locals and unwind — great beer, friendly competition, and good company.

Wolfeboro Area Farmer’s Market

• Friday, Nov 21 | 3:00–5:00 PM
  Abenaki Ski Lodge
  Fresh produce, baked goods, and local crafts before the snow settles in.

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🎄 Holiday Kickoff Events

Christmas at the Castle – Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough

• Nov 22–23 and Nov 29–30 | 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
  Tour beautifully decorated rooms, shop local crafts, and enjoy panoramic views over Lake Winnipesaukee.

50th Anniversary Holiday Open House – The Loon Center, Moultonborough

• Saturday, Nov 29 | 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
  183 Lees Mill Road
  Celebrate 50 years with holiday crafts, hay rides, refreshments, and a special visit from Santa. A great family-friendly event surrounded by the natural beauty of the Lakes Region.

Christmas in Wolfeboro Parade

• Saturday, Nov 29 | Parade begins 3:00 PM
  Main Street fills with holiday spirit as floats, music, and smiling faces light up town.

  • Toy Drive: noon–4 PM at the Chamber of Commerce

  • Carolers: 2:30 PM at the community tree

  • Tree Lighting & Santa’s Visit: following the parade

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💫 Wrapping Up November

November in the Lakes Region is a time of reflection, gratitude, and joyful anticipation. Whether you’re cheering at the parade, listening to live music over a pint, or finding that perfect handmade ornament at a craft fair, these events bring our communities together in the most heartwarming way.

So grab your mittens, invite a friend, and take in all the sounds, sights, and smiles that make our lakeside towns so special this time of year.

Here’s to life between the lakes and the mountains.

🪶Keys to the Lakes
— Jenn & Andrea

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