Family events in Durham, NH

Enjoy an easy night out at Bowl-O-Rama Family Fun Center with a value package that includes two hours of candlepin bowling, shoe rental, a large slice of pizza, and a fountain soda for $19.95 per person. It suits families, friend groups, date nights, and after-school plans. Bowl, grab food and drinks, and spend time in the arcade for a budget-friendly outing all in one place.

Presented by The Vagabond's Faire at Strawbery Banke Museum, this festival immerses visitors in a maritime inspired fairytale with a misty seacoast atmosphere. The experience includes costumed performers, interactive games, roving entertainment, and food, all designed to be family friendly while honoring the historic setting. Explore a large marketplace featuring more than 80 local vendors. Games come with prizes for children and the young at heart, while storytellers and interactive characters carry an unfolding narrative filled with mysteries and villains. A costume contest spans multiple age brackets and categories, with prizes for standout looks. Themes of renaissance, pirates, fairies, steampunk, cosplay, and maritime adventure are woven throughout.

Explore Dungeons and Dragons in a friendly series tailored for beginners and younger players. Learn how to build a character, practice role play, and cast spells with guidance from Anthony. Sessions take place twice a month with a flexible drop in and drop out format. The first meeting focuses on character creation, and pre-generated characters are available if the opening week is missed. Entry is $5, and space is limited to six players, so contact the store or sign up in person to reserve a spot.

Weekly Dungeons & Dragons sessions at Diversions welcome both newcomers and seasoned players to continue the ongoing adventure. The games are organized by private groups that use the store’s space, not by store staff, and they typically offer a kids table and an adult table each week. The adult table requires a free reservation that secures a seat for that session, and capacity is limited. The kids table is walk in only on a first come, first served basis, and seating is not guaranteed. Parking options nearby include the Masonic Temple Lot, which is free and about a five minute walk, the Foundry Garage at approximately $1 per hour around six minutes away, and the Worth Lot directly behind the store at $2 per hour for the first three hours and $5 per hour for each hour after.

A new Dover course has been added, featuring classes that meet on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Registration is open.

A friendly morning group offers opportunities to connect, enjoy playtime, make simple crafts, and listen to stories. A light snack is provided.