From the offbeat to the off-the-beaten path, Manchester is a city of possibilities, with a sound, flavor, and rhythm all its own. But don’t take our word for it – see it for yourself, in living color.
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With an unparalleled culinary scene, boundless recreational opportunities, and unforgettable cultural offerings, Manchester beckons residents and visitors alike to immerse themselves in the exploration of the Queen City.
What Will You Do Today?
Explore Manchester
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Manchester is home to a plethora of dining options ranging from light bites to hearty fare.
Manchester’s rail trails connect to Auburn, Londonderry, Derry, Salem, Goffstown, New Boston, and soon to Bedford, Hooksett, Bow, Concord and beyond! These trail and greenways connect the city of Manchester to the rest of the State while empowering people to live an active lifestyle.
Stroll through our downtown parks and rail trails on a Bird scooter.
No stop to the city should be without a stroll down Hanover Street!
Boards and Brews.
Manchester is a big city, with quite the small-town vibe. You’re likely to sit down for a cold brew and chat with business owners directly, like Kenny Frasch at The Hop Knot.
Featuring art by local muralists on all three sides, The Rex Theatre is a newly restored entertainment venue featuring live music and more.
The Terracotta Room is located in a beautiful brick building in historical downtown Manchester, where owners Alexis and Nicole will help you curate the perfect gift and select the perfect house plant!
The Currier Museum of Art connects art with diverse audiences, from its neighborhood to international and digital visitors. This museum features European and American paintings, decorative arts, photographs and sculpture.
The See Science Center, located in Manchester’s historic Millyard, features hands-on science fun for everyone to enjoy!
Studio 550 Art Center is a clay studio that also offers in-depth and 1-day workshops in pottery, stained glass, and more!
Bookery Manchester, Manchester’s only independent bookstore, also has weekly events and a café.
The SNHU Arena is an indoor events arena and seats up to over 11K attendees. Hockey games, Basketball Games, Concerts, and more.
Mural behind The Rex Theatre.
Blush Beauty Boutique & Spa.
Boards & Brews, Manchester’s Board Game Café!
Catch a NH Fisher Cats Baseball Game at Northeast Delta Dental Stadium!
Live Music at To Share Brewing Company
Veteran’s Park is home to many Summer concerts and festivals throughout the year.
Loon Chocolate, located at 252 Willow street, features ethically sourced, small batch, bean-to-bar chocolate handcrafted here in Manchester!
To Share Brewing Company is a neighborhood brewery that brings together neighbors and generations.
Shoppers Pub + Eatery at Indian Head, one of Manchester’s hottest Sports Bars!
Café la Reine Downtown is home to the infamous “Java Jams,” an open mic style evening of local originals.
Fisher Cat Frenzy!
Manchester’s very own minor league team, the New Hampshire Fisher Cats are the Double A affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays. The team has been delighting fans and calling the 6,500-seat Northeast Delta Dental Stadium home since 2004.
Events in Manchester
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"There's an unmistakable vibe to the city when the streets come alive, fueled by the range of experiences waiting for you."
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Four Seasons of Fun
Each season reveals something new to try in Greater Manchester.
Summer
There’s no need to flee the city just because the summer sun has climbed high into the sky (though you are just a short drive from the Atlantic Seacoast and New Hampshire’s iconic White Mountain National Forest if you need to beat the heat). Hop on a climate-controlled van for a craft beer tour and tasting or rent a canoe or kayak and explore the flora and fauna along the Merrimack River.
Fall
Local orchards teeming with apples invite visitors to partake in their annual harvest, or try your luck at escaping a 14-acre corn maze. Fall is also the perfect time of year to explore thousands of acres of conservation land, or a section of one of the many rail trails in the area, on bike or on foot. Work up an appetite? Explore the culinary offerings of the state’s most diverse city, with menus tailored to even the most persnickety palate.
Winter
Why drive for hours to the mountains when McIntyre Ski Area is right in your backyard? The snowsports school offers skiing and riding lessons for novices and intermediate skiers alike, and the whole family will enjoy the lift-serviced tubing park. Prefer to cozy up indoors when the snow starts blowing? Stop by New Hampshire’s first board-game cafe, or don your bowling shoes for a few strings at one of two Manchester bowling alleys.
Spring
Manchester’s agricultural heritage comes to life in the springtime, when the fallow fields of winter are plowed and planted with the fruits and vegetables that will grace the stalls of the farmers markets and the tables of local farm-to-fork restaurants come summer. Go for a walk in the woods at Stark Park, where well-marked historic trails traverse 15 acres, watch volunteers tend to the sustainable, organic community garden, or ready your appetite for the world’s largest Taco Tour.
