Family events in Portsmouth, NH

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

Family Value Night at Bowl-O-Rama Family Fun Center in Portsmouth, NH features a package priced at $19.95 per person that includes two hours of candlepin bowling with shoe rental, along with a large slice of pizza and a fountain soda. The arcade offers additional entertainment, and the format suits families, groups of friends, date nights, and after school plans.

Enjoy a rare behind the scenes look at the John Paul Jones House, a noted Portsmouth landmark. This approximately 90 minute tour opens areas that are typically off limits, including attic rooms that once served as family bedrooms and now protect stored collections. Staff share insights into the everyday work of caring for a historic site. The experience also features a guided walkthrough of the house and a curator led visit to the special exhibition “Revolutionary Portsmouth.”