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:

• White Mountains Attractions Events Page
• VisitMWV Events Page
• AMC Highland Center Events Page

Here are some attention-worthy ones!

January 2026

• 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.
• January 6, 11, 17, 24: Wild Winter Walks at the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center – What do the animals at the Science Center do when winter arrives? Bundle up and find out! Join one of our naturalists for a guided walk along the live animal exhibit trail to see our animal ambassadors sporting their winter coats. Discover the remarkable strategies these animals use to stay warm, find food, and survive the season. It’s a wild winter adventure you won’t want to miss! | 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM & 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM. Ages 6+
• January 10: Bomb Hole Beat Down at Loon Mountain Resort – Bomb Hole Beat Down is a free snowboard rail jam followed by live music from Portable Window.
• January 12: Pollywog Pals at Living Shores Aquarium. “Jellyfish!” – Children ages 3–5 are invited to enjoy a themed story time with an interactive craft to take home. | 10:15 AM.
• January 15-16: 2026 Intermountain Health Freestyle Cup presented by Waterville Valley Resort – The 2026 Intermountain Health Freestyle Cup represents the highest level of competitive freestyle skiing, where dedication, grit, and world-class talent converge. This premier event honors the relentless pursuit of excellence that defines the sport and the athletes who push its limits.
• January 17: Family Fun Night: Bern it to the Ground Rail Jam at Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway – This year we are kickin’ it for Family Fun Night like never before! Bern throws down sweet prizes in second Bern It to the Ground Rail Jam under the lights on Huckerbrook. Jam out to your favorite 90s and 2000s rock and throw down sick tricks to win prizes from our favorite sponsor, Bern. | 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
• January 17: Glow & Throw Rail Jam at Gunstock Mountain Resort – Join us for the Glow and Throw Rail Jam! Grab some glowsticks and face off with your best skier and rider park tricks under the lights for awesome prizes. Enjoy good music and smores around the slope-side fire pit. Registration is $20. | 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
• January 17: The Art of Sound: Music in the Gallery with Randy Roos and Dave Kobrenski – Presented by the Gallery at WREN. – Enjoy an intimate acoustic instrumental concert from Randy Roos and Dave Kobrenski at 7:00 pm on Saturday, January 17th at the WREN Gallery. | 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
• January 17: Torchlight Parade at Loon Mountain Resort – Celebrate our independence from Mother Nature, thanks to NH’s most powerful snowmaking system and our hard-working snowmakers.
• January 23: NH Fish & Wildlife Stewards Present: Understanding Bobcats in NH – You’re invited to join us at the Bistro at the Living Shores Aquarium as a New Hampshire Fish and Wildlife Steward shares information about bobcats. | 5:00 PM.
• January 24: Golden Gala at Loon Mountain Resort – The largest fundraiser for the Loon Mountain Area Community Fund returns this winter. Join us at the sixth Golden Gala for an evening of moonlight skyrides, snowcat rides, music and giving.
• January 25: Military Appreciation Day at Cannon Mountain – Free lift tickets for all US active duty, retired, reserve and veteran members of all military branches. (Proper military identification is required. We are also offering our military ticket rates for up to three family members!) | 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
• January 30, 31: Nordic Nights at Omni Mount Washington Hotel & Spa – Experience the quiet beauty of winter nights at the Bretton Woods Nordic Center. Nordic Nights bring together the best parts of the season in a cozy indoor and outdoor setting. Explore the snow-covered landscape during a Guided Moonlit Snowshoe Tour or enjoy a group Sleigh or Wagon Ride through the peaceful woods. Kids and adults can gather around the crackling outdoor firepit to roast s’mores under the stars, while The Grille serves European-inspired favorites like Swiss Fondue, Austrian Goulash and Mulled Wine. It is the perfect blend of adventure, comfort and mountain charm. | 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM.
• January 30, 31: The Dave Rothstein Snow Sculpting Event in Jackson, NH –  Join us as 12 or more teams compete for the title of FIRST Place and or People’s Choice awards.  These incredible teams battle the elements and create incredible pieces of art frozen in time for all to enjoy. 
• January 31: Frost & Flame presented by Cranmore Mountain Resort – Frost and Flame returns with more frost, more flame, but the same fun for the whole family. Join us for ice carvings, fire dancing, caricature artists and more surprises in the works! | 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

February 2026

• February 1, 7, 15, 21, 28: Wild Winter Walks at the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center – What do the animals at the Science Center do when winter arrives? Bundle up and find out! Join one of our naturalists for a guided walk along the live animal exhibit trail to see our animal ambassadors sporting their winter coats. Discover the remarkable strategies these animals use to stay warm, find food, and survive the season. It’s a wild winter adventure you won’t want to miss! | 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM & 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM. Ages 6+
• February 1: The Dave Rothstein Snow Sculpting Event in Jackson, NH –  Join us as 12 or more teams compete for the title of FIRST Place and or People’s Choice awards.  These incredible teams battle the elements and create incredible pieces of art frozen in time for all to enjoy. 
• February 27, 28: Nordic Nights at Omni Mount Washington Hotel & Spa – Experience the quiet beauty of winter nights at the Bretton Woods Nordic Center. Nordic Nights bring together the best parts of the season in a cozy indoor and outdoor setting. Explore the snow-covered landscape during a Guided Moonlit Snowshoe Tour or enjoy a group Sleigh or Wagon Ride through the peaceful woods. Kids and adults can gather around the crackling outdoor firepit to roast s’mores under the stars, while The Grille serves European-inspired favorites like Swiss Fondue, Austrian Goulash and Mulled Wine. It is the perfect blend of adventure, comfort and mountain charm. | 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM.