Family events in Dover, NH

Spend the day at Kittery Community Market with live music by Chris O’Neill and a bustling lineup of more than 35 vendors. Browse peak season produce, flowers, meat, seafood, eggs, prepared foods, baked goods, vegan and gluten free options, natural soaps and skincare, refillable household essentials, knife and tool sharpening, and handmade artisan crafts. It is Kid’s Month, featuring a scavenger hunt, extra kid centered activities, special guests, and engaging learning opportunities, with more details to be announced. SNAP and EBT are accepted, with Maine Harvest Bucks available. Children can take part in the Kid’s PoP Club and receive a $3 produce voucher each week. Shoppers can also use the loyalty punch card from the info booth to earn a $5 food voucher on every fourth visit. Bumper Crop is available. The market gathers in Post Office Square in Kittery, with additional parking offered nearby. Supported by sponsors including Beach Pea Baking Co, Golden Harvest, Tapley Insurance, Irene Bowen of Edward Jones, Tributary Brewing Co, Blue Mermaid, Aland Realty, Kennebunk Savings, Carl’s Meat Market, Kittery Trading Post, Life Starts Here Chiropractic, Alice + Bird Interiors, Footprints Food Pantry, Plates for Change, Pepperrell Cove, Piscataqua Animal Hospital, and Kittery Eye, with special thanks to the Logan family for hosting at Post Office Square.

Kittery Community Market brings together more than 35 vendors offering farm-fresh produce, flowers, meat and seafood, eggs, baked treats, ready-to-eat foods, and handmade goods. Each week features live performances by local musicians and activities created for kids. SNAP and EBT are accepted, with added benefits that include Maine Harvest Bucks, a Kid’s PoP Club that gives every child a $3 produce voucher each week, a customer loyalty perk with a $5 food credit on every fourth visit, and Bumper Crop. Special happenings across the season include Kid’s Month, Vouchers for Veterans, Harvest Fest, a Halloween Trick or Treat celebration, and an Outdoor Holiday Market. Nearby options like Blue Mermaid and Tributary Brewing Co can make it a full day. The market is supported by partners such as Beach Pea Baking Co, Golden Harvest, Tapley Insurance, Irene Bowen of Edward Jones, Tributary Brewing Co, Blue Mermaid, Aland Realty, Kennebunk Savings, Carl’s Meat Market, Kittery Trading Post, Life Starts Here Chiropractic, Alice + Bird Interiors, Footprints Food Pantry, Plates for Change, Pepperrell Cove, Piscataqua Animal Hospital, Kittery Eye, and Sages Entertainment, with appreciation to the Logan family for hosting.

Enjoy Yu-Gi-Oh with casual matches and learn-to-play support. Bring a favorite deck for relaxed duels alongside other players. An official Yu-Gi-Oh tournament takes place once a month, and casual play is still welcome for anyone who would rather not compete.

The hit Disney Channel movie musical leaps from screen to stage in a lively production about finding your voice and following your passions. As classes resume at East High, the Jocks, Brainiacs, Thespians, and Skater Dudes regroup, swap vacation stories, and look ahead to the new year. Troy, the basketball team captain, discovers that Gabriella, the bright student he met singing karaoke on his ski trip, has just transferred. Their decision to audition for the school musical under Ms. Darbus surprises their classmates and shakes up the usual social order, yet their partnership may inspire others to step into the spotlight too. Family friendly and powered by upbeat songs, this stage version of Disney’s High School Musical promises a highlight of the season.

Weekly Dungeons and Dragons sessions at Diversions invite both newcomers and seasoned players to step into the ongoing adventure. The adult table requires a free reservation, space is limited, and a successful sign-up secures your seat for that week. The kids table for pre-teens operates as walk-in only on a first come basis, and a spot is not guaranteed. Play is organized by private groups using the store as a venue rather than by store staff, and both a kids table and an adult table typically run each week. Parking options include free parking at the nearby Masonic Temple Lot, hourly parking at the Foundry Garage for $1 per hour, and the Worth Lot behind the store at $2 per hour for the first three hours and $5 per hour for each additional hour.

Reach marks 12 years of supporting children and families with a birthday lunch on the McConnell Center Lawn, celebrating growth in specialty programs, reduced barriers to care, and opportunities for every child to thrive. The gathering centers on Lunch on the Lawn, with pizza available, or guests may bring their own picnic and a blanket. It offers time to connect with other Reach families and to spend time with therapists outside the therapy room. The therapy team will host family-friendly activities that include dance music, a bubble party, chalk art, parachute play, a lawn obstacle course, face painting, and balloon animals. A non-profit resource table will share information from community collaborators. Caregivers must remain with their children at all times and are responsible for them throughout the event. A prize drawing will feature Market Basket and Cinco’s gift cards. In honor of the 12th anniversary, $12 gifts help expand access, shorten wait times, support caregivers, and ensure more children receive the care they deserve, with small contributions making a meaningful impact on the years ahead.

Pick-your-own flower hours are back at Nooney Farm, where guests can clip fresh blooms directly from the Big Field. Bring pruning shears if you have them, or borrow a pair on site. A bucket helps keep stems fresh, and water will be available. Most flowers are priced at $1 per stem, with dahlias at $2. Payments are accepted by cash, credit card, or Venmo.

Family Value Night at Bowl-O-Rama packs bowling, food, and games into one straightforward package. For $19.95 per person, each guest gets two hours of candlepin bowling with shoe rental, plus a large slice of pizza and a fountain soda. The arcade adds even more to do between frames, and the mix suits families, friend groups, date nights, or after-school plans when you want budget-friendly fun and an easy meal.

Spend an evening immersed in Pokemon fun in the game room. The focus is the Trading Card Game, but fans of every stripe are welcome to hang out, play casual matches, trade cards, or enter a paid tournament. Those who stay through the conclusion receive a Play Pokemon prize pack, while supplies last. A Standard format tournament is available. Entry costs the same as one Pokemon pack, and all entry fees are combined into a prize pool that is awarded as store credit based on final standings. Bring a deck that meets Standard rules. This family friendly gathering welcomes players from age 8 through adults. Attendees under 16 must remain with a parent or guardian for the entire event. Minors may trade cards only with in person parental permission, and staff can help review trades for fairness. Jetpack Megastore in-store events aim to build community and encourage play. Event pricing is often below typical market value, may change at any time, and is available only with active participation. Players who sign up and then drop will be disqualified from future events. Leaving before the end makes participants ineligible for bonuses, promos, prizes, or additional product. These policies are firmly enforced to support fair and enjoyable in-store play, and signing up can take a spot someone else hoped to use.

Under the Oak is a summertime concert series set between the flower fields at Kittery Land Trust headquarters. The music continues in any weather, unfolding beneath the oak tree on clear evenings or moving into the greenhouse if it rains. Guests are welcome to bring a chair or blanket, pack a picnic, and settle in for a relaxed night. A $10 suggested donation per person is appreciated, and kids attend for free. Fox & Roy, a harmony-rich duo from southern Maine, share heartfelt interpretations of folk, soul, blues, and Americana favorites spanning the 50s through today. Their partnership began over a decade ago while working together at The Black Birch in Kittery, and their set features familiar songs delivered with a warm, gentle touch. Listeners may recognize connections to the indie folk and soul band Foxglove, as well as projects like Old Hat Stringband and The Hazel Project. They perform throughout the Seacoast of Maine and New Hampshire, and sometimes expand to a trio with a friend on pedal steel, mandolin, or guitar, depending on the show. During the concert, the farm’s vibrant fields open for pick-your-own flowers, offering a hands-on way to connect with the landscape and bring a little of it home. Proceeds support Kittery Land Trust’s work at Nooney Farm, helping care for the land, broaden educational opportunities, and address food insecurity. It is a relaxed evening of music and blooms that also strengthens the community it celebrates.

Send off summer at Jellystone Park Lakes Region with a tropical-style luau featuring island-inspired entertainment and games for every age. Show off your creativity in a decorated golf cart contest, then roll into a parade of the colorful entries. Enjoy easygoing island vibes with family and friends. Activities are offered only for the week.

This PG-13 screening features the filmed original Broadway production of Hamilton, captured live at the Richard Rodgers Theater on Broadway in June 2016. The musical traces the life of Alexander Hamilton through a modern lens, powered by a score that blends hip hop, jazz, R&B, and show tunes. The film brings viewers close to the stage, offering an up-close view of a production that helped reshape contemporary theater and left a lasting mark on culture, politics, and education. Presented as part of the Wentworth-Douglass Hospital Movie Night Series.