The countdown to summer is on—and if you’re anything like me, you’re still trying to decide whether to keep the flannel sheets or finally switch to cotton. Welcome to June in the Lakes Region: where iced coffee and electric blankets still compete for your attention!
Whether you’re planting flowers, cruising Weirs Beach, or just daydreaming about a new front porch, June in Belknap County is packed with local events that are too good to miss. From hands-on nature workshops to high-energy concerts and Bike Week celebrations, this month’s calendar is full of ways to connect with your community, explore the outdoors, and support local.
Let’s dive in!
Local Events in Belknap County – June 2025
Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center – Laconia
Prescott Farm is known for its down-to-earth, hands-on programs—and June is full of them:
Printing with a Pasta Press: June 7, 10am–noon
Writing in Nature: June 7, 10am–noon
Plants for First Aid & Plant Hazards: June 14, 10am–noon
How to Prepare for Hiking in NH: June 14, 1–3pm
Natural Salve for Stings & Rashes: June 21, 10am–noon
Homemade Dairy & Non-Dairy Ice Cream: June 28, 1–4pm
Perfect for nature lovers, homeschool families, and anyone who prefers their Saturdays with a side of science.
Belknap Mill – Laconia
Art, music, and heritage all in one beautiful spot:
First Friday Series: June 6 – Featuring Freese Brothers Big Band, artist Grace Howe, and a new museum exhibit
Introduction to Cable Knitting: Saturdays, June 7, 14 & 21 from 2–3:30pm
(And yes—I’m extra excited for First Friday this month because Grace is one of my former students! I can’t wait to see her artwork on display.)
Bank of NH Pavilion – Gilford
Get your tickets early—these shows tend to sell out fast:
Keith Urban: June 12
Slightly Stoopid: June 19
Counting Crows: June 25
Goose: June 27
Summer in the Lakes Region just sounds better, doesn’t it?
Farmers Markets Around Belknap County
Fresh flowers, veggies, local meats, handmade goods—farmers markets are back in full swing:
Laconia – Market at the Weirs: Saturdays, 10am–1pm | Weirs Community Park
Tilton Farmers Market: Tuesdays, 3:30–6:30pm | 45 Sanborn Rd
Meredith Community Market: Fridays, 3:30–6:30pm | Burton Business Park
Gilmanton Farmers Market: Sundays, 11am–2pm (starting June 8) | 1385 NH Route 140
Support local and fill your fridge with fresh goodness.
Laconia Motorcycle Week & Bike Week Events
Celebrating the 101st anniversary, Laconia Motorcycle Week is rolling in with these can’t-miss events:
NorthEast Motorcycle Road Racing: June 13–15
Top Cop for Kids Skills Challenge: June 14–15
102nd Loudon Classic Grand Prix: June 14
Peter Makris Memorial Ride & Naswa Bash: June 14
Haymond Law Sport Bike Show: June 14
FREE Stunt Shows at Bentley’s: June 14
Gunstock Amateur Hill Climb: June 18
Fireworks at Weirs Beach: June 18 @ 10pm
Covered Bridge Gypsy Tour: June 18
Ride to the Sky – Mount Washington: June 19
Bike Blessing: June 20
Grab your helmet and sunscreen—this is one of the most exciting weeks in the region.
More June Events in the Lakes Region
Looking for something a little different?
Dog-Friendly NH Bark Market & Expo: June 7, 10am–3pm | Canine Connection, Laconia
Margaritas with the Medium (Maureen Hancock): June 28, 7pm | Lakeport Opera House
Gilmanton Fourth of July Fireworks: June 28, 6pm | Crystal Lake Park
Whether you’re browsing booths at the farmers market, sipping wine at a concert, or cheering at the hill climb, there’s no shortage of fun in the Lakes Region this month. Wishing you sunshine, lake days, and lots of local love.
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