Free events in Rochester, NH

Hosted at the Kittery Lions Clubhouse, this community blood drive brings together the Kittery Lions Club and the Rotary Club of Kittery to support local hospitals and patients in need. The clubhouse is fully accessible. Participants should bring a valid photo ID and arrive well hydrated. It is an opportunity to visit the clubhouse and contribute to a shared service effort by the Rotary and Lions.

Led by Danielle Festa, this free group art workshop welcomes anyone affected by cancer, whether currently in treatment, after treatment, experiencing recurrence, or living with long term physical, emotional, or identity related effects of a diagnosis. The circle provides a creative space for connection, reflection, and self expression with others who share similar lived experiences. Participants can choose guided activities or work independently, and all experience levels are welcome. It takes place on the third Thursday of each month. Register each month so a spot can be prepared.

Set along the Squamscott River at Swasey Parkway, this outdoor market offers a wide selection of locally grown produce, locally raised meats, fresh dairy, prepared foods, baked goods, and unique crafts. Weekly programming includes special community guests and live music from local Seacoast musicians. SNAP is accepted through tokens available at the Market Info booth, with matching funds provided by Granite State Market Match. Portable restrooms are on site. In accordance with town rules, animals are not permitted on the parkway, although service animals are welcome. Enjoy purchases at shaded picnic spots and benches throughout the parkway. Parking is available in the Phillips Exeter Academy Water Street Lot, situated off Main Street on Water Street, with accessible spaces in that lot and additional parking on Main Street. Vendor participation changes week to week.

Offered every third Thursday, this free group art workshop, facilitated by Aliah Marden, welcomes veterans, nurses and first responders, whether currently serving or no longer in those roles. It is open to individuals living with PTSD or ongoing stress responses and provides a grounding, creative space among peers with shared service-related experiences. Participants explore a Nerographic drawing approach by rolling a marble to lay down flowing lines, then adding color to the shapes to complete a piece. No prior art experience is needed. Please register each month so a spot can be prepared.

Spend an evening playing Magic: The Gathering in the Commander format. This free event welcomes new and experienced players. Bring your own Commander deck, and if you need one, contact the store to ask about decks available for purchase. Please check in inside the store upon arrival. Commander basics: each deck uses one legendary creature as your commander and 99 other cards. Except for basic lands, decks include only a single copy of any card, and every card must match the commander’s color identity. Games seat two to six players in a free for all multiplayer setting. Players start at 40 life, commanders begin in the command zone, turns proceed clockwise, and the last player remaining wins. Parking options include a free lot about a five minute walk away, a garage a six minute walk away for $1 per hour, and a lot directly behind the store for $2 per hour for the first three hours and $5 per hour for each additional hour.

Explore a welcoming farmers market in Portsmouth with an abundant selection of fresh, locally grown produce, locally raised meats, dairy, ready-to-eat foods, bakery items, and handmade crafts. Weekly highlights include visits from community partners and live music performed by Seacoast musicians. SNAP is accepted. Stop by the Market Info booth to receive SNAP tokens, and purchases are matched one to one through Granite State Market Match. Portable restrooms are located across the street at South Mill Pond Playground. Pets are not permitted, though service animals are welcome. A shaded picnic area across the street offers a comfortable spot to enjoy your market finds. Parking is available in the City Hall lower lot, with additional spaces across the street at South Mill Pond Playground, and accessible parking directly in front of City Hall. An interactive market map is available to see which vendors are attending each week.

This community litter collection walk starts on Pickering Road and heads out together, then returns to the same spot for a group photo with the gathered trash. Parking can be found at the Pickering Ponds Trail lot. Trash bags will be supplied, and there are a limited number of litter grabbers and safety vests to borrow. Bring your own gloves if you would like to wear them.

Meet holistic practitioners over a cup of tea and explore short wellness sessions. Try product samples and pick up gift certificates. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. This gathering returns on the third Saturday of each month.

Dive into tabletop roleplaying with a focus on Dungeons and Dragons alongside other systems. Most weeks feature two or three Adventurers League tables plus an additional table dedicated to a non D&D game. There is no fee to participate. Registration is handled through the D&D Adventurers League Facebook group, and seating is first come, first served, with priority given to volunteer Game Masters. For questions, contact the organizer, Al, at 00alactus00@gmail.com.

Amid constant headlines of conflict and uncertainty, this open conversation asks whether today’s turbulence reflects deeper spiritual growing pains rather than only material problems. Drawing on insights from Bahá’í teachings, the discussion considers widening social divides, why familiar systems may struggle to heal them, and how upheaval can point to the need for a new path forward. All perspectives are welcome in a shared search for common truths and practical ways each person can help society grow more unified and resilient. Inspired by the Bahá’í view of one world and a single human family. Admission is free for everyone, and donations are not accepted. Tickets are used to indicate attendance.

Now listed on the official Digimon tournament platform, this Digimon TCG event offers organized play with support from Bandai. Sign-ups are handled on site, so arriving a little early makes check-in easy. A $5 registration goes directly into the prize pool for tournament play, while weekly sessions are free and include Bandai prize support.

In partnership with White Pine Programs, this monthly walk at Highland Farm Preserve focuses on learning to identify birds, recognize birdsong, and explore the habitats they favor. It is held on the third Wednesday each month, is family friendly, and is well suited to beginner birders. The route is easy to moderate, with mostly flat trails and a few short inclines. This free program is open to the public, and registration is required. Recent eBird checklists are available for the preserve for those who want to see what has been spotted lately. New in 2026, from April through December, participants can receive $1 off any drink at Nectar Cafe at Bell Farm Shops before or after the walk by mentioning they are on their way to or have just attended Bird Walk Wednesday at Highland Farm Preserve with York Land Trust and White Pine Programs. A birding backpack with bird books, educational materials, and binoculars can be borrowed from York Public Library and brought along.

Enjoy a relaxed evening of open play centered on Riftbound, the League of Legends trading card game. Bring a constructed deck to face other players in casual matches. Participation is free, and attendees receive a Nexus Night promo pack.