The best things to do in Manchester

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Need a midweek reset that doesn’t hijack your whole evening? Intervale Country Club serves up a walkable 9-hole layout with 10 unique looks…

1491 Front St

Need a midweek reset that doesn’t hijack your whole evening?

From the Manchester newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Chunky's Cinema Pub

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Trade your couch for reclining leather chairs and let Chunky's Cinema Pub bring dinner, drinks, and the movie to you. Think fresh Black…

707 Huse Rd · ✓ checked Aug 5

Trade your couch for reclining leather chairs and let Chunky's Cinema Pub bring dinner, drinks, and the movie to you. Think fresh Black Angus burgers, "Love Me Tenders," and a full bar while you catch new releases, throwback classics, or even a comedy night... perfect midweek escape without the fuss.

From the Manchester newsletter, September 7, 2026

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Kids can play on this mini-golf course located within The Mall of New Hampshire.

1500 S Willow St

Kids can play on this mini-golf course located within The Mall of New Hampshire.

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The Break Room NH

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Whether you're coming off a brutal Monday or just want a cathartic lunch break, The Break Room NH in Manchester lets you gear up and smash…

843 Hanover St

Whether you're coming off a brutal Monday or just want a cathartic lunch break, The Break Room NH in Manchester lets you gear up and smash crates of breakables with golf clubs, pots, and heavy tools. Choose themed rooms, including a blacklight glow setup, for solo sessions, parties, or team stress relief.

From the Manchester newsletter, September 14, 2026

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Granite State Escape, voted NH's Best Family Attraction, keeps things lively in Manchester, mixing clever puzzles from Dead Cabin chills to…

795 Elm St

Granite State Escape, voted NH's Best Family Attraction, keeps things lively in Manchester, mixing clever puzzles from Dead Cabin chills to a 1920s speakeasy and a Mars mission. Grab friends or coworkers and try Versus, their head-to-head race for points, 60 minutes of strategy with helpful nudges when needed.

From the Manchester newsletter, September 11, 2026

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Whether you’re sneaking in nine after work or dialing in your swing on the simulator, Derryfield Country Club is Manchester’s classic…

625 Mammoth Rd

Whether you’re sneaking in nine after work or dialing in your swing on the simulator, Derryfield Country Club is Manchester’s classic 18-hole public track, established in 1932 and municipally owned. Lessons indoor and out, weekday leagues, and community outings keep the place buzzing with familiar faces.

From the Manchester newsletter, September 21, 2026

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SNHU Arena

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Whether you want fists-flying fight night or twinkly ice skates, SNHU Arena keeps the calendar stacked. Combat Zone 93 lands August 22,…

555 Elm St

Whether you want fists-flying fight night or twinkly ice skates, SNHU Arena keeps the calendar stacked. Combat Zone 93 lands August 22, with pro bull riding in December and Disney on Ice after the new year, so pick a vibe, grab tickets, and make a night of it.

From the Concord newsletter, August 22, 2026

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Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.

365 Lincoln St

Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.

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Considering a new home course this week? Manchester Country Club pairs a classically designed Donald Ross layout and year-round indoor…

180 S River Rd (Bedford)

Considering a new home course this week? Manchester Country Club pairs a classically designed Donald Ross layout and year-round indoor simulator with tasty food and drink and a keep-it-fun community. Their crew also nails weddings and corporate gatherings, so planning feels easy and the memories stick.

From the Manchester newsletter, August 27, 2026

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