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A historic downtown Keene church has been transformed into Platz Beer Garden, a European-inspired gathering space featuring 20 rotating taps, regional food, live entertainment and family-friendly activities. The venue celebrates its official grand opening Saturday, Nov. 7, with a full day of music, giveaways, special brewery appearances and more.
Halloween weekend brings two days of family activities, trick-or-treating, costume contests, pumpkin celebrations, classic horror films and live music throughout the Monadnock Region and southern Vermont. Here’s where to find something to do Friday, Oct. 30, and Saturday, Oct. 31.
Trick-or-Treating Hours Set Across the Monadnock Region for Halloween 2026
The second annual Growth By Giving Music Fest raised $10,048 for four local nonprofits. Organizers and attendees gathered at Tempesta’s Restaurant in Keene to reflect on the festival’s community impact.
From haunted houses and costume swaps to horror movies, trick-or-treating, pumpkin decorating and Halloween parties, the Monadnock Region has plenty of ways to celebrate spooky season from Oct. 13 through Halloween.
Keene’s Pumpkin Festival returns Saturday, Oct. 17, with thousands of student-carved pumpkins, live entertainment, a costume parade, downtown trick-or-treating and a new layout to accommodate construction.
The 28th annual Winchester Pickle Festival returns Saturday with food, vendors, live music, contests and plenty of pickle-themed fun.
Keene’s eighth annual International Festival takes place Saturday, offering free music, dance, food, crafts and cultural activities.
Fall is calling. The new My Keene Now Fall Guide is live today with events, foliage, food, outdoor adventures and plenty of ways to enjoy the season across the Monadnock Region.
From pumpkin festivals and family trick-or-treating to creepy movies, haunted attractions and Halloween-night parties, the Monadnock Region has plenty of ways to celebrate spooky season this October.