Exciting Weekend Events in Rochester and Surrounding Areas

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ROCHESTER, NH – Looking for something to do this weekend? The greater Rochester area has a variety of events for the whole family. From community sales to live music and Revolutionary War re-enactments, there's something for everyone!

Trunk and Junk Sale – Community Baptist Church

Saturday, September 7, 2024 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Head over to Community Baptist Church for their Trunk and Junk Sale, a multi-family parking lot sale featuring everything from household items, baby goods, clothing, and jewelry to plants, tools, antiques, and handmade baked goods. Be sure to stop by and find something special! *Location: Community Baptist Church Weather permitting, no early-birds, please.

Spaulding High School Music Department Mattress Sale

Saturday, September 7, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Support the Spaulding High School Music Department by shopping for a new mattress at their annual Mattress Sale Fundraiser. With discounts of 30-50% off retail, this is the perfect opportunity to upgrade your mattress while supporting a great cause. *Location: Spaulding High School

Grandparents Day Celebration – Rochester Public Library Children’s Room

Saturday, September 7, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Celebrate Grandparents Day by bringing your grandparents to the Rochester Public Library Children’s Room for a fun-filled morning. No sign-up necessary, just drop in for a great time with your loved ones! *Location: Rochester Public Library, 65 South Main Street, Rochester, NH

The Best of the 70s – Rochester Opera House

Saturday, September 7, 2024 | 8:00 p.m.

For a night of nostalgia and timeless music, don’t miss The Best of the 70s show at the Rochester Opera House. Performed by DizzyFish and The Fabulous Uptown Horns, this concert will feature hits from artists like The Beatles, Neil Young, Van Morrison, and more. Special family pricing is available for youth tickets. *Location: Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St, Rochester, NH

Sunflower Festival – Tendercrop Farm

Saturday, September 7, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Come enjoy Tendercrop Farm's Sunflower Festival featuring live music, local craft vendors, a corn maze, and more. Activities for children, including a bounce pillow and pony rides, make this a fun event for the whole family. *Location: Tendercrop Farm, 123 Dover Point Road, Dover, NH

Revolutionary War Re-enactment – Colonel Paul Wentworth House

Saturday, September 7, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Step back in time and experience life during the Revolutionary War at the Colonel Paul Wentworth House. The First New Hampshire Regiment will be performing live demonstrations, including infantry and artillery drills, cannon firings, and a special kids drill at 2 p.m. *Location: Colonel Paul Wentworth House, 47 Water St, Rollinsford, NH

With so many great events happening in the area, there's no shortage of fun to be had. Whether you're in the mood for some shopping, music, history, or family fun, make sure to enjoy all that Rochester and the surrounding communities have to offer this weekend!