Exciting News!
Looking for a way to unwind after a long day of skiing? Or maybe you want to get your day off to an energizing start with a morning workout. We’re excited to announce that Bretton Woods Vacations has teamed up with the Mountain View Grand Hotel to provide our guests with access to their swimming and fitness facilities for a fee of $25 per person, per day. For more information on how to acquire a pool and fitness pass, email info@brettonwoodsvacations.com
Events
The White Mountains are host to many events all year round. There are far too many for us to list them all, so we will try to highlight some of the largest ones on this page – but for a more detailed list, these websites are a great resource:
Here are some attention-worthy ones!
December
- December 1-December 7: 9th Annual Festival of Trees at Settlers Green – Get ready to hit the slopes and reconnect with old friends at our ski area homecoming weekend! Join us for a weekend full of skiing, snowboarding, and apres-ski festivities. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a newbie on the mountain, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Don’t miss out on this chance to relive your favorite ski memories and create new ones with your ski area family. See you at the Woods! | 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
- December 5-22: A Christmas Carol presented by M&D Playhouse –
M&D is pleased to present this classic tale as a part of our yearly tradition. A Christmas Carol is a story of redemption, love, and community. Originally written for the Royal Shakespeare Company, John Mortimer’s adaptation maintains much of Dicken’s originally writing. Engaging narrators guide the audience alongside the ghosts who guide Scrooge in his journey. With drama, comedy, music, and beloved characters, our take on this timeless piece surely has something for everyone. Not only will it provide you an escape from the winter’s cold, but it will warm your heart for the Christmas season. | General Admission $29 | TICKETS |
- December 6-25: The Magic of the Holidays at the Omni Mount Washington Resort – Join us at Omni Mount Washington Resort for The Magic of the Holidays every Friday through Sunday in December! Experience the festive spirit with twinkling lights, cozy fires, and holiday cheer all around. From gingerbread house decorating to visits with Santa, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Don’t miss out on this magical celebration of the season! See you at the Omni! | Fees Apply |
- December 6: Journey to the North Pole – Join us on the family adventure of a lifetime aboard the magical Journey to the North Pole™! The Journey to the North Pole™ offers a truly unique experience that only happens here in the beautiful White Mountains of New Hampshire, with adventures departing from North Conway and Lincoln, NH from Thanksgiving through the holidays each year. | Admission Price Varies | Buy Tickets |
- December 6: Who’s Holiday Presented by the Weathervane Theatre – WHO’S HOLIDAY! is a wildly funny and heartfelt adults-only comedy that tells the story of Cindy Lou Who as she recalls that Christmas Eve she first met the Grinch and the twisted turn of events her life has now taken.
| Run Time: 75 Minutes, No Intermission | Adults Only | 8:00 PM | BUY TICKETS | - December 6: Pink Talking Fish – Pink Talking Fish is a Hybrid Tribute Fusion Act that takes the music from three of the world’s most beloved bands and creates a special treat for fans of the music. | DOORS 6:00 PM | SHOW 7:30 PM| AGES 13+ | Buy Tickets |
December 6: LIVE MUSIC at the Woodstock Inn and Brewery – ‘Bone Shakerz’ 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM - December 7: Santa at the Cog Railway -Visit Santa at Marshfield Station! The jolly old elf will be available for pictures and will be giving out gifts made on-site by the Cog Railway elves. | Purchase tickets |
- December 7: Santa Express Train – Join Santa & his special helpers on the Granite State Scenic Railway for this season’s most-popular excursion out of Lincoln, NH. | Purchase Tickets |
- December 7: Santa’s Holiday Express – Take in the wintery scenes as our train meanders down the Conway Branch, where Santa himself will make a guest appearance to thrill young travelers. Guests can also enjoy a complimentary cookie and hot cocoa. | Purchase Tickets |
- December 7: Christmastime at Santa’s Village – Our Christmastime season can be extra special. Christmas carols in the air, the possibility of snow on the ground, about a million lights illuminating the park at dusk — a visit will put you in the holiday spirit. | Buy Tickets |
- December 7: Journey to the North Pole – Join us on the family adventure of a lifetime aboard the magical Journey to the North Pole™! The Journey to the North Pole™ offers a truly unique experience that only happens here in the beautiful White Mountains of New Hampshire, with adventures departing from North Conway and Lincoln, NH from Thanksgiving through the holidays each year. | Admission Price Varies | Buy Tickets |
- December 7: Christmas at the Castle – Join Castle in the Clouds for our beloved annual tradition of Christmas at the Castle! This year, the festivities are bigger and better than ever with 3 weekends of Christmas at the Castle! | Adults $25, Ages 5-17: $15, 4& Under: Free | 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- December 7: Holiday Festival and Tree Lighting – A day of merriment! A variety of holiday happenings throughout the day at various locations around Settlers Green. The event culminates at 4 p.m. when we light the Christmas Tree at The Gazebo. | 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
- December 7: Holiday Fair at the Adair – WREN’s annual Holiday Fair at the Adair Country Inn and Restaurant is on Saturday, December 7 from 11-3. Visit the Adair to shop the craft fair, enjoy tea and cookies, and tours of the historic inn. | 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM |
- December 7: A Reading of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” – Join us for our annual reading of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” on Saturday, December 3rd at 3 PM. This will take place in the Inn’s dining room where we will be serving hors d’oeuvres, tea, warm apple cider, and desserts. The cost is $35 per person plus applicable taxes (beverages from our bar are extra). This is by reservation – we can be reached at 603-383-9339, for advance reservations. | 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
- December 7: Cease & Desist Rail Jam – This under-the-lights rail jam continuees to be a marquee event for all jib-hungry freeskiers and snowboarders. | $15 Registration | 4:30 PM Event Start |
- December 7: Christmas in Bethlehem – This event, hosted by Bethlehem Events, featured live music, a visit from Santa and the Grinch, complimentary food and drinks, a bonfire, and a spectacular fireworks display, among many other highlights. It’s an excellent way to kick off the Christmas season and feel good holiday cheer with the whole family. The festival offers a wholesome, homespun experience with a wide array of nostalgic events, games, entertainment, and food, all provided at no cost. Surrounded by snow-covered balsam trees and boasting stunning views of Mount Washington and the Presidential Mountains, Bethlehem transforms into an old-fashioned Winter Wonderland. The highest elevated town east of the Rockies ensures you can breathe in the crisp mountain air while enjoying the festivities.
- December 7: Cookies & Cocoa with Santa – Share your wishes and enjoy an evening with Santa Claus. He wants to hear all of the good things you’ve been doing this year. Enjoy the fun, hot chocolate, games and treats and don’t forget to bring your letter to place in the North Pole Letter Box. Located in the Owners Club. Open to the public. | 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM |
- December 7: The Snow Dance – Usher in the winter season and dance the night away to raise money for Mt. Eustis Ski Hill. Join us for an incredibly fun event to raise money for your local ski hill. Enjoy a spread of tasty food, frosty beverages at the bar, a silent auction, and live music by Sly Richard! | Purchase Tickets | 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM |
- December 7: Who’s Holiday Presented by the Weathervane Theatre – WHO’S HOLIDAY! is a wildly funny and heartfelt adults-only comedy that tells the story of Cindy Lou Who as she recalls that Christmas Eve she first met the Grinch and the twisted turn of events her life has now taken. | Run Time: 75 Minutes, No Intermission | Adults Only | 7:00 PM | BUY TICKETS |
- December 8: The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe Presented by the Weathervane Theatre – In Narnia, the land of eternal winter, the White Witch controls all—until a young girl named Lucy arrives. Travel through the enchanted wardrobe with Peter and Lucy for this entertaining and innovative treatment of C.S. Lewis’s classic tale of the triumph of good over evil. Jorge Donoso and Kelly Strandemo star in this two-actor adaptation of this heroic tale of love, faith, courage, and giving. | Run Time: 45 Minutes, No Intermission | Ages 5+ | 11:00 AM | BUY TICKETS |
- December 8: Pet Photos with Santa Paws – Pet Photos with Santa Paws to benefit the Conway Area Humane Society. | $10 per photo, includes a hard copy of your photo in a frame and a free bag of holiday treats from Santa Paws. 100% of proceeds go to CAHS. | Walk In Only |
- December 8: Santa at the Cog Railway -Visit Santa at Marshfield Station! The jolly old elf will be available for pictures and will be giving out gifts made on-site by the Cog Railway elves. | Purchase tickets |
- December 8: Christmastime at Santa’s Village – Our Christmastime season can be extra special. Christmas carols in the air, the possibility of snow on the ground, about a million lights illuminating the park at dusk — a visit will put you in the holiday spirit. | Buy Tickets |
- December 8: Journey to the North Pole – Join us on the family adventure of a lifetime aboard the magical Journey to the North Pole™! The Journey to the North Pole™ offers a truly unique experience that only happens here in the beautiful White Mountains of New Hampshire, with adventures departing from North Conway and Lincoln, NH from Thanksgiving through the holidays each year. | Admission Price Varies | Buy Tickets |
- December 8: Santa Express Train – Join Santa & his special helpers on the Granite State Scenic Railway for this season’s most-popular excursion out of Lincoln, NH. | Purchase Tickets |
- December 8: Santa’s Holiday Express – Take in the wintery scenes as our train meanders down the Conway Branch, where Santa himself will make a guest appearance to thrill young travelers. Guests can also enjoy a complimentary cookie and hot cocoa. | Purchase Tickets |
- December 8: The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe Presented by the Weathervane Theatre – In Narnia, the land of eternal winter, the White Witch controls all—until a young girl named Lucy arrives. Travel through the enchanted wardrobe with Peter and Lucy for this entertaining and innovative treatment of C.S. Lewis’s classic tale of the triumph of good over evil. Jorge Donoso and Kelly Strandemo star in this two-actor adaptation of this heroic tale of love, faith, courage, and giving. | Run Time: 45 Minutes, No Intermission | Ages 5+ | 2:00 PM | BUY TICKETS |
- December 8: SEÀN HEELY’S CELTIC CHRISTMAS – Kilts and tartan abound as US National Scottish Fiddle Champion Seán Heely and a cast of nationally-acclaimed Celtic performers take you on a magical winter tour through the Scottish Highlands and across the rugged Irish coast. The fiddle and bagpipes will sweep you away to Christmastime and Winter Solstice celebrations that are sure to lift your holiday spirits and warm your heart. The festive journey follows ancient Gaelic carols and songs, tucked in perfectly with lively Irish tunes and familiar Christmas melodies with a Celtic twist. | DOORS 6:00 PM | SHOW 7:30 PM | AGES 13+ | Buy Tickets |
- December 8: LIVE MUSIC at the Woodstock Inn and Brewery – ‘Jeff Lines’ 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
- December 9: MUSIC BINGO at the Woodstock Inn and Brewery – Weekly on Monday 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- December 10: KARAOKE at the Woodstock Inn and Brewery – Weekly on Tuesday 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM
- December 13-15: Annual Woodstock Winter Festival – Join us for a festive parade, pictures with Santa, scavenger hunt, horse-drawn sleigh rides, ice carving, kid’s crafts, decorate your own cookies, discounts to local businesses, holiday treats, and more!
- December 13: Journey to the North Pole – Join us on the family adventure of a lifetime aboard the magical Journey to the North Pole™! The Journey to the North Pole™ offers a truly unique experience that only happens here in the beautiful White Mountains of New Hampshire, with adventures departing from North Conway and Lincoln, NH from Thanksgiving through the holidays each year. | Admission Price Varies | Buy Tickets |
- December 13: Beyond the Boundaries Ride Day – BTB is holding its second annual ride day in New Hampshire’s White Mountains, benefiting one of our favorite non-profits, Boarding for Breast Cancer. | Loon Mountain | 9:45 AM |
- December 13: A Christmas Carol: The Musical Ghost Story – A Christmas Carol: The Musical Ghost Story is a “ghostly” musical adaptation of the famous Charles Dickens classic featuring all your favorite characters, plus original music, spooky ghosts, and some unexpected twists and turns! | 7:30 PM | $45/Adult, $40/Senior, $38/Junior | Reserved Seating | Rated G (with spooky ghosts that might be scary for some children) | Buy Tickets |
- December 13: LIVE MUSIC at the Woodstock Inn and Brewery – ‘Slack Tide’ 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM
- December 14: Santa at the Cog Railway -Visit Santa at Marshfield Station! The jolly old elf will be available for pictures and will be giving out gifts made on-site by the Cog Railway elves. | Purchase tickets |
- December 14: Christmastime at Santa’s Village – Our Christmastime season can be extra special. Christmas carols in the air, the possibility of snow on the ground, about a million lights illuminating the park at dusk — a visit will put you in the holiday spirit. | Buy Tickets |
- December 14: Journey to the North Pole – Join us on the family adventure of a lifetime aboard the magical Journey to the North Pole™! The Journey to the North Pole™ offers a truly unique experience that only happens here in the beautiful White Mountains of New Hampshire, with adventures departing from North Conway and Lincoln, NH from Thanksgiving through the holidays each year. | Admission Price Varies | Buy Tickets |
- December 14: Santa Express Train – Join Santa & his special helpers on the Granite State Scenic Railway for this season’s most-popular excursion out of Lincoln, NH. | Purchase Tickets |
- December 14: Santa’s Holiday Express – Take in the wintery scenes as our train meanders down the Conway Branch, where Santa himself will make a guest appearance to thrill young travelers. Guests can also enjoy a complimentary cookie and hot cocoa. | Purchase Tickets |
- December 14: A Christmas Carol: The Musical Ghost Story – A Christmas Carol: The Musical Ghost Story is a “ghostly” musical adaptation of the famous Charles Dickens classic featuring all your favorite characters, plus original music, spooky ghosts, and some unexpected twists and turns! | 2:00 PM | $45/Adult, $40/Senior, $38/Junior | Reserved Seating | Rated G (with spooky ghosts that might be scary for some children) | Buy Tickets |
- December 14: Ski Patrol Fundraiser / Matchstick Movie Night at Cannon Mountain – Join us for the 7th annual Franconia Notch Ski Patrol Association fundraiser. There will be a showing of Matchstick Productions latest ski film, auctions, food, fun and of course, cold beer. | 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM |
- December 14: An Olde English Christmas with Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone – Peter Blair Denis Bernard Noone is a multi-talented entertainer, who has been delighting audiences nearly all his life. He was born in Manchester, England, where he studied voice and acting at St. Bede’s College and the Manchester School of Music and Drama. As a child, he played “Stanley Fairclough” in the long-running British soap opera Coronation Street. He was also featured in the television series Knight Errant, Family Solicitor and Monro’s Saki Stories. | DOORS 6:00 PM | SHOW 7:30 PM | AGES 13+ | Buy Tickets |
- December 14: A Christmas Carol: The Musical Ghost Story – A Christmas Carol: The Musical Ghost Story is a “ghostly” musical adaptation of the famous Charles Dickens classic featuring all your favorite characters, plus original music, spooky ghosts, and some unexpected twists and turns! | 7:30 PM | $45/Adult, $40/Senior, $38/Junior | Reserved Seating | Rated G (with spooky ghosts that might be scary for some children) | Buy Tickets |
- December 14: LIVE MUSIC at the Woodstock Inn and Brewery – ‘The What Knots’ 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM
- December 15: Pancake Breakfast with Santa – Join us for a Pancake Breakfast with Santa! | Woodstock Inn Kanc Club Function Room | $5/person | 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM |
- December 15: Santa at the Cog Railway -Visit Santa at Marshfield Station! The jolly old elf will be available for pictures and will be giving out gifts made on-site by the Cog Railway elves. | Purchase tickets |
- December 15: Christmastime at Santa’s Village – Our Christmastime season can be extra special. Christmas carols in the air, the possibility of snow on the ground, about a million lights illuminating the park at dusk — a visit will put you in the holiday spirit. | Buy Tickets |
- December 15: Journey to the North Pole – Join us on the family adventure of a lifetime aboard the magical Journey to the North Pole™! The Journey to the North Pole™ offers a truly unique experience that only happens here in the beautiful White Mountains of New Hampshire, with adventures departing from North Conway and Lincoln, NH from Thanksgiving through the holidays each year. | Admission Price Varies | Buy Tickets |
- December 15: Santa Express Train – Join Santa & his special helpers on the Granite State Scenic Railway for this season’s most-popular excursion out of Lincoln, NH. | Purchase Tickets |
- December 15: Santa’s Holiday Express – Take in the wintery scenes as our train meanders down the Conway Branch, where Santa himself will make a guest appearance to thrill young travelers. Guests can also enjoy a complimentary cookie and hot cocoa. | Purchase Tickets |
- December 15: A Christmas Carol: The Musical Ghost Story – A Christmas Carol: The Musical Ghost Story is a “ghostly” musical adaptation of the famous Charles Dickens classic featuring all your favorite characters, plus original music, spooky ghosts, and some unexpected twists and turns! | 2:00 PM | $45/Adult, $40/Senior, $38/Junior | Reserved Seating | Rated G (with spooky ghosts that might be scary for some children) | Buy Tickets |
- December 16: MUSIC BINGO at the Woodstock Inn and Brewery – Weekly on Monday 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- December 17: KARAOKE at the Woodstock Inn and Brewery – Weekly on Tuesday 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM
- December 20: Journey to the North Pole – Join us on the family adventure of a lifetime aboard the magical Journey to the North Pole™! The Journey to the North Pole™ offers a truly unique experience that only happens here in the beautiful White Mountains of New Hampshire, with adventures departing from North Conway and Lincoln, NH from Thanksgiving through the holidays each year. | Admission Price Varies | Buy Tickets |
- December 20: LIVE MUSIC at the Woodstock Inn and Brewery – ‘DRKSIDE’ 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM
- December 21: Santa at the Cog Railway -Visit Santa at Marshfield Station! The jolly old elf will be available for pictures and will be giving out gifts made on-site by the Cog Railway elves. | Purchase tickets |
- December 21: Christmastime at Santa’s Village – Our Christmastime season can be extra special. Christmas carols in the air, the possibility of snow on the ground, about a million lights illuminating the park at dusk — a visit will put you in the holiday spirit. | Buy Tickets |
- December 21: Journey to the North Pole – Join us on the family adventure of a lifetime aboard the magical Journey to the North Pole™! The Journey to the North Pole™ offers a truly unique experience that only happens here in the beautiful White Mountains of New Hampshire, with adventures departing from North Conway and Lincoln, NH from Thanksgiving through the holidays each year. | Admission Price Varies | Buy Tickets |
- December 21: Santa Express Train – Join Santa & his special helpers on the Granite State Scenic Railway for this season’s most-popular excursion out of Lincoln, NH. | Purchase Tickets |
- December 21: Santa’s Holiday Express – Take in the wintery scenes as our train meanders down the Conway Branch, where Santa himself will make a guest appearance to thrill young travelers. Guests can also enjoy a complimentary cookie and hot cocoa. | Purchase Tickets |
- December 21: LIVE MUSIC at the Woodstock Inn and Brewery – ‘DRKSIDE’ 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM
- December 22: Santa at the Cog Railway -Visit Santa at Marshfield Station! The jolly old elf will be available for pictures and will be giving out gifts made on-site by the Cog Railway elves. | Purchase tickets |
- December 22: Christmastime at Santa’s Village – Our Christmastime season can be extra special. Christmas carols in the air, the possibility of snow on the ground, about a million lights illuminating the park at dusk — a visit will put you in the holiday spirit. | Buy Tickets |
- December 22: Journey to the North Pole – Join us on the family adventure of a lifetime aboard the magical Journey to the North Pole™! The Journey to the North Pole™ offers a truly unique experience that only happens here in the beautiful White Mountains of New Hampshire, with adventures departing from North Conway and Lincoln, NH from Thanksgiving through the holidays each year. | Admission Price Varies | Buy Tickets |
- December 22: Santa Express Train – Join Santa & his special helpers on the Granite State Scenic Railway for this season’s most-popular excursion out of Lincoln, NH. | Purchase Tickets |
- December 22: Santa’s Holiday Express – Take in the wintery scenes as our train meanders down the Conway Branch, where Santa himself will make a guest appearance to thrill young travelers. Guests can also enjoy a complimentary cookie and hot cocoa. | Purchase Tickets |
- December 22: LIVE MUSIC at the Woodstock Inn and Brewery – ‘Mitch Alden’ 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
- December 23: Santa Express Train – Join Santa & his special helpers on the Granite State Scenic Railway for this season’s most-popular excursion out of Lincoln, NH. | Purchase Tickets |
- December 23: Santa’s Holiday Express – Take in the wintery scenes as our train meanders down the Conway Branch, where Santa himself will make a guest appearance to thrill young travelers. Guests can also enjoy a complimentary cookie and hot cocoa. | Purchase Tickets |
- December 23: MUSIC BINGO at the Woodstock Inn and Brewery – Weekly on Monday 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- December 24: Santa at the Cog Railway -Visit Santa at Marshfield Station! The jolly old elf will be available for pictures and will be giving out gifts made on-site by the Cog Railway elves. | Purchase tickets |
- December 24: KARAOKE at the Woodstock Inn and Brewery – Weekly on Tuesday 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM
- December 26: LIVE MUSIC at the Woodstock Inn and Brewery – ‘Dan Parkhurst’ 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
- December 27: LIVE MUSIC at the Woodstock Inn and Brewery – ‘Adam McMahon Trio’ 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM
- December 28: LIVE MUSIC at the Woodstock Inn and Brewery – ‘Adam McMahon Trio’ 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM
- December 29: LIVE MUSIC at the Woodstock Inn and Brewery – ‘Colin Hart’ 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
- December 30: MUSIC BINGO at the Woodstock Inn and Brewery – Weekly on Monday 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- December 31: KARAOKE at the Woodstock Inn and Brewery – Weekly on Tuesday 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM
January 2025
- January 6: MUSIC BINGO at the Woodstock Inn and Brewery – Weekly on Monday 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- January 7: KARAOKE at the Woodstock Inn and Brewery – Weekly on Tuesday 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM
- January 13: MUSIC BINGO at the Woodstock Inn and Brewery – Weekly on Monday 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- January 14: KARAOKE at the Woodstock Inn and Brewery – Weekly on Tuesday 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM
- January 20: MUSIC BINGO at the Woodstock Inn and Brewery – Weekly on Monday 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- January 21: KARAOKE at the Woodstock Inn and Brewery – Weekly on Tuesday 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM
- January 27: MUSIC BINGO at the Woodstock Inn and Brewery – Weekly on Monday 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- January 28: KARAOKE at the Woodstock Inn and Brewery – Weekly on Tuesday 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM
