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Experience the beauty of Lake Winnipesaukee from the shores of Church Landing and Bay Point. The Inns offer Kayak Rentals, Sailboat Lessons and Antique Boat Rides on a restored 1937 Chris Craft. In the winter months enjoy skating on our ice rink and sipping hot cocoa, weekend bonfires and horse drawn wagon rides through the village. Our Hospitality Ambassador stands ready to help you plan your on or off property excursions for the lake, mountains and the surrounding area. Let us be your New Hampshire Guide!

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Local Events

Explore all the beauty that Meredith and the NH Lakes Region have to offer. Each changing New England season offers unique and exciting adventures that you don't want to miss! From hiking trails that climb to mountain-tops overlooking the lakes, to wonderful old-fashioned country fairs and farm stands, this is your four-season lakeside destination. To keep up to date, we invite you to sign up for our INNsider Newsletter, which is sent to your email address periodically.

You can view events from any of the four seasons; click a season from the menu below.

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Fall Events

Warm days and crisp nights make fall absolutely perfect in Meredith. Visit a harvest festival, a country fair or a pumpkin patch on one of the less traveled back roads. Take a boat ride or hike the mountain trails and see the mother nature’s most colorful display in full autumnal bliss.

Minds In Motion at Squam Lakes Science Center

Date(s): September 1, 2010

The mind and body of a young child are constantly on the move. Foster your child’s “natural curiosity” and explore motion from an animal’s perspective – jump like a frog, swim like a fish, crawl like a caterpillar, and fly like a bird. Shared experiences you have with your child will build foundations for a lifetime. 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Cost: $5/member child; $7/non-member child. Call 603-968-7194 to register. 23 Science Center Road, Holderness, NH 03245

Winnipesaukee Playhouse Presents: Why Work?

Date(s): September 2, 2010

Non-motivational speaking meets stand-up in this one-man comedy starring Brian Longwell. Tickets $16 for adults, $14 for seniors/students.

Winnipesaukee Playhouse Presents: Comedy Night

Date(s): September 3, 2010

An evening of stand-up featuring DJ Hazard. Tickets $16 for adults, $14 for seniors/students. 8 pm.

Winnipesaukee Playhouse Presents: A Tribute to Nat King Cole

Date(s): September 4, 2010

Unforgettable: A Tribute to Nat King Cole
An evening of cabaret starring Gordon Michael. Tickets $18 for adults, $16 for seniors/students.
8 pm.

Lobsterfest on the M/S Mount Washington

Date(s): September 4, 2010

Enjoy a taste of New England on the Summer Lobsterfest Cruise with the M/S Mount Washington. Fresh Maine lobsters will be served on the boat, as guests dine and dance to live music. Ambiance is provided by the twilight of the sunset as the ship tours the expanse of Lake Winnipesaukee. 603-366-5531. 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach, NH 03246

Winnipesaukee Playhouse Presents: More Today than Yesterday

Date(s): September 5, 2010

Remembering the 70s music that took us into the pop and soul era. Starring Lynda D’Amour. 8 pm. Tickets $18 for adults, $16 for seniors/students.

Sunday Champagne Brunch with Jazz

Date(s): September 5, 2010

Enjoy a wonderful Champagne Brunch with Jazz entertainment aboard the M/S Mount Washington while you cruise Lake Winnipesaukee, the most beautiful scenic cruise in New England. Lake Winnipesaukee is the largest Lake in NH and covers 72 square miles. This crystal clear natural body of water is spring fed and surrounded by 3 mountain ranges. It contains 253 habitable Islands. 11:15 AM, M/S Mount Washington - 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach, 603-366-5531.


Rock n Roll Saturday Night Cruise

Date(s): September 11, 2010

Dine, Dance & Cruise on the MOUNT, the best party in New Hampshire. Enjoy a sunset and the romance of Lake Winnipesaukee at night. Prime rib and seafood is part of the buffet dinner every Saturday evening. Outside dining on the top deck. Up to 4 live bands for your dancing or listening pleasure. The M/S Mount Washington features four levels, three dance floors, and several outside areas for enjoying the cruise during the daytime or evening. 603-366-5531 M/S 7 PM, Mount Washington - 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach.

Sunday Champagne Brunch with Jazz

Date(s): September 12, 2010

Enjoy a wonderful Champagne Brunch with Jazz entertainment aboard the M/S Mount Washington while you cruise Lake Winnipesaukee, the most beautiful scenic cruise in New England. Lake Winnipesaukee is the largest Lake in NH and covers 72 square miles. This crystal clear natural body of water is spring fed and surrounded by 3 mountain ranges. It contains 253 habitable Islands. 11:15 AM, M/S Mount Washington - 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach, 603-366-5531.

NH Highland Games

Date(s): September 17-19, 2010

The New Hampshire Highland Games, the largest Scottish cultural festival in the Northeast, is presented by The New Hampshire Gathering of the Scottish Clans, Inc., a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the furtherance of the music, dance, athletics and customs of the Scottish people and to the continuance of the Gaelic culture. Loon Mountain Ski Resort - Lincoln NH.

Nascar Cup Series

Date(s): September 18-20, 2010

New Hampshire 200, Nascar Craftsman Truck Series - NASCAR Sylvania 300 Cup Series. For additional information log on to www.nhis.com

Rock n Roll Saturday Night Cruise

Date(s): September 18, 2010

Dine, Dance & Cruise on the MOUNT, the best party in New Hampshire. Enjoy a sunset and the romance of Lake Winnipesaukee at night. Prime rib and seafood is part of the buffet dinner every Saturday evening. Outside dining on the top deck. Up to 4 live bands for your dancing or listening pleasure. The M/S Mount Washington features four levels, three dance floors, and several outside areas for enjoying the cruise during the daytime or evening. 603-366-5531 M/S 7 PM, Mount Washington - 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach.

Sunday Champagne Brunch with Jazz

Date(s): September 19, 2010

Enjoy a wonderful Champagne Brunch with Jazz entertainment aboard the M/S Mount Washington while you cruise Lake Winnipesaukee, the most beautiful scenic cruise in New England. Lake Winnipesaukee is the largest Lake in NH and covers 72 square miles. This crystal clear natural body of water is spring fed and surrounded by 3 mountain ranges. It contains 253 habitable Islands. 11:15 AM, M/S Mount Washington - 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach, 603-366-5531.

Rock n Roll Saturday Night Cruise

Date(s): September 25, 2010

Dine, Dance & Cruise on the MOUNT, the best party in New Hampshire. Enjoy a sunset and the romance of Lake Winnipesaukee at night. Prime rib and seafood is part of the buffet dinner every Saturday evening. Outside dining on the top deck. Up to 4 live bands for your dancing or listening pleasure. The M/S Mount Washington features four levels, three dance floors, and several outside areas for enjoying the cruise during the daytime or evening. 603-366-5531 M/S 7 PM, Mount Washington - 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach.

Sunday Champagne Brunch with Jazz

Date(s): September 26, 2010

Enjoy a wonderful Champagne Brunch with Jazz entertainment aboard the M/S Mount Washington while you cruise Lake Winnipesaukee, the most beautiful scenic cruise in New England. Lake Winnipesaukee is the largest Lake in NH and covers 72 square miles. This crystal clear natural body of water is spring fed and surrounded by 3 mountain ranges. It contains 253 habitable Islands. 11:15 AM, M/S Mount Washington - 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach, 603-366-5531.

12th Annual Autumn Craft Festival

Date(s): October 2-3, 2010

Historic Mill Falls comes alive with color, flavor, and music for the twelfth annual Autumn Craft Festival. Over 100 booths of Arts and Crafts plus a Chowder Festival on Sunday. Mill Falls Marketplace, 10am - 5pm, rain or shine.

Rock n Roll Saturday Night Cruise

Date(s): October 2, 2010

Dine, Dance & Cruise on the MOUNT, the best party in New Hampshire. Enjoy a sunset and the romance of Lake Winnipesaukee at night. Prime rib and seafood is part of the buffet dinner every Saturday evening. Outside dining on the top deck. Up to 4 live bands for your dancing or listening pleasure. The M/S Mount Washington features four levels, three dance floors, and several outside areas for enjoying the cruise during the daytime or evening. 603-366-5531 M/S 7 PM, Mount Washington - 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach.

21st Annual Lakes Region Chowder Fest

Date(s): October 3, 2010

Your Vote Counts! Take part in this annual tradition at Hesky Park as local restaurants fight for the exclusive bragging rights to say that they have the best chowder on the lake. Hesky Park is located across the street from the Inns.

Sunday Champagne Brunch with Jazz

Date(s): October 3, 2010

Enjoy a wonderful Champagne Brunch with Jazz entertainment aboard the M/S Mount Washington while you cruise Lake Winnipesaukee, the most beautiful scenic cruise in New England. Lake Winnipesaukee is the largest Lake in NH and covers 72 square miles. This crystal clear natural body of water is spring fed and surrounded by 3 mountain ranges. It contains 253 habitable Islands. 11:15 AM, M/S Mount Washington - 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach, 603-366-5531.

Winnipesaukee Playhouse Presents: Love Letter

Date(s): October 8-10, 2010

Letters exchanged over a lifetime between two people who grew up together but went their separate ways teach us what is implied is as revealing and meaningful as what is actually written. Starring Broadway veteran Carolyn Kirsch. Tickets $22 for adults, $20 for seniors/students. Friday 8pm, Saturday 2pm and 8pm, Sunday 7pm

Sandwich Fair

Date(s): October 9-11, 2010

Take the scenic drive up to Sandwich and enjoy this true New England Fair complete with arts and crafts, a midway, agricultural shows, competitions and of course good old fair food. Three days of activities.

Rock n Roll Saturday Night Cruise

Date(s): October 9, 2010

Dine, Dance & Cruise on the MOUNT, the best party in New Hampshire. Enjoy a sunset and the romance of Lake Winnipesaukee at night. Prime rib and seafood is part of the buffet dinner every Saturday evening. Outside dining on the top deck. Up to 4 live bands for your dancing or listening pleasure. The M/S Mount Washington features four levels, three dance floors, and several outside areas for enjoying the cruise during the daytime or evening. 603-366-5531 M/S 7 PM, Mount Washington - 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach.

Sunday Champagne Brunch with Jazz

Date(s): October 10, 2010

Enjoy a wonderful Champagne Brunch with Jazz entertainment aboard the M/S Mount Washington while you cruise Lake Winnipesaukee, the most beautiful scenic cruise in New England. Lake Winnipesaukee is the largest Lake in NH and covers 72 square miles. This crystal clear natural body of water is spring fed and surrounded by 3 mountain ranges. It contains 253 habitable Islands. 11:15 AM, M/S Mount Washington - 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach, 603-366-5531.

Rock n Roll Saturday Night Cruise

Date(s): October 16, 2010

Dine, Dance & Cruise on the MOUNT, the best party in New Hampshire. Enjoy a sunset and the romance of Lake Winnipesaukee at night. Prime rib and seafood is part of the buffet dinner every Saturday evening. Outside dining on the top deck. Up to 4 live bands for your dancing or listening pleasure. The M/S Mount Washington features four levels, three dance floors, and several outside areas for enjoying the cruise during the daytime or evening. 603-366-5531 M/S 7 PM, Mount Washington - 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach.

Sunday Champagne Brunch with Jazz

Date(s): October 17, 2010

Enjoy a wonderful Champagne Brunch with Jazz entertainment aboard the M/S Mount Washington while you cruise Lake Winnipesaukee, the most beautiful scenic cruise in New England. Lake Winnipesaukee is the largest Lake in NH and covers 72 square miles. This crystal clear natural body of water is spring fed and surrounded by 3 mountain ranges. It contains 253 habitable Islands. 11:15 AM, M/S Mount Washington - 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach, 603-366-5531.

Harvest Halloween Festival

Date(s): October 23, 2010

Come to the Remick Museum for a family friendly Halloween Celebration. Participate in games and races. Make seasonal crafts. Explore the corn maze and jump off the hay bale! Live music, horse-drawn wagon rides and home-made. Members and children ages 4 and under, free. Admission to Harvest Halloween Festival is $5 per person. For more information please call (603) 323-7591 or toll free (800) 686-6117. (603) 323-7591 or toll free (800) 686-6117. The Remick Museum & Farm - 58 Cleveland Hill Road, Tamworth, NH.

Rock n Roll Saturday Night Cruise

Date(s): October 23, 2010

Dine, Dance & Cruise on the MOUNT, the best party in New Hampshire. Enjoy a sunset and the romance of Lake Winnipesaukee at night. Prime rib and seafood is part of the buffet dinner every Saturday evening. Outside dining on the top deck. Up to 4 live bands for your dancing or listening pleasure. The M/S Mount Washington features four levels, three dance floors, and several outside areas for enjoying the cruise during the daytime or evening. 603-366-5531 M/S 7 PM, Mount Washington - 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach.

Historic Thanksgiving at the Remick Museum & Farm!

Date(s): November 13, 2010

Museum interpreters will prepare traditional foods on the open hearth using historic recipes. The menu includes roasted turkey, bread sauce stuffing-dressing, hearth bread and butter, Indian pudding, pumpkin stuffed with apples and cranberry sauce. Take a horse drawn wagon ride with Brandi and Lady, Remick Museum’s own Belgian mare horses or a tractor driven wagon ride, and make a historic craft, a pine cone turkey. See a demonstration on how to properly "dress" a turkey- from slaughtering the bird, to plucking feathers, to cleaning and storing poultry. This activity will take place outdoors on the farm- only those interested in turkey processing will see the activity from 11:15 am – Noon. Admission is $5 per person, which includes a sample plate of Thanksgiving fare, the horse drawn wagon ride and the craft activity. Make it Lunch! For an additional $5.00 you can have a full meal.Sample plate 6”; included with the admission—full meal plate 10”. Members and children ages 4 and under, free. For more information please call (603) 323-7591 or toll free (800) 686-6117. (603) 323-7591 or toll free (800) 686-6117 11am-3pm, The Remick Museum & Farm - 58 Cleveland Hill Road, Tamworth, NH.

Thanksgiving Village Retreat

Date(s): November 24-26, 2010

Share the time-honored traditions of the Thanksgiving season at The Inns. You will enjoy a grand turkey feast with all the traditional trimmings and sumptuous desserts. Relax and unwind or gear up for the Holiday shopping season at the Marketplace. Our Village Retreat package includes:

* Choose Two nights accommodations
* Thanksgiving day buffet served in the Lakehouse Grille
* Late afternoon turkey sandwiches served at Church Landing and Mill Falls
* Breakfast each morning
* A coupon for the Marketplace Shops and Restaurants.
* And a harvest gift from us!

Mill Falls Standard Room:
$189.00 per night, double occupancy
Chase House Lakeview Fireplace Room:
$259.00 P.N.D.O
Church Landing Lake Front Fireplace Room:
$329.00 P.N.D.O

You can view events from any of the four seasons; click a season from the menu below.

Show events for: Spring | Summer | Fall | Winter | Show All