Things To Do


Welcome to Claremont, where history, nature, creativity, and community come together. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a longtime local, there's always something new to explore.

Explore the Outdoors

Discover parks, trails, and riverfront parks

  • Parks: including Barnes, Broad St Park, Monadnock Park, Moody Park, Veteran’s Park and more.
  • Sugar River Rail Trail: A scenic rail trail perfect for walking, biking, and birdwatching.
  • Arrowhead Recreation Area: Seasonal skiing, snow tubing, hiking with city views, and a downhill mountain biking course.

Visit the Parks and Recreation website for more info!

 

Experience Arts & Culture

Celebrate local talent, heritage, and creativity

  • The Claremont Opera House – Historic venue offering theater, concerts, and community events.
  • Public Art & Community Spaces – Murals, sculpture walks, and rotating exhibits highlight local stories and voices.
  • Community music and arts programs – Workshops, performances, and seasonal showcases.

Check out our Cultural Resouces!

Eat and Shop Local

Support the heartbeat of Claremont—its small businesses.

  • Cafés, Resturaunts & Casual Dining - Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch, a weekend brunch, or a laid-back dinner, there’s something for every craving and every pace.
  • Specialty Stores - Explore locally owned shops offering everything from handcrafted goods to hard-to-find ingredients. Discover hobby and game stores, spice shops, vintage finds, artisan gifts, and more with its own unique personality and story.

Attend Events

There’s always something happening in Claremont.

  • Annual festivals, including seasonal celebrations, food events, and holiday parades
  • Live music, outdoor movie nights, and art in the park
  • Weekly events like trivia, open mics, and craft nights

For up to date happenings in Claremont check out our Community Calendar

Visitor Information - Sugar River Region

Stop by the Visitor Center - Your first stop for all things Claremont.

Whether you're new to town or just looking for something fresh to explore, the Claremont Visitor Center is here to help.

  • Get personalized recommendations for dining, shopping, events, and outdoor activities
  • Pick up maps, brochures, and local guides to make the most of your visit
  • Learn about the city’s history, development projects, and upcoming events
  • Chat with friendly staff who know Claremont inside and out

Located at 14 North Street Claremont, NH the Visitor Center is a great place to start your experience—and maybe even find a hidden gem you didn’t expect. Reach the center by phone at: 603-542-7008

 

Bike or Hike?

Bikers in the Fall

Mountain Bike Trails for Beginners to Advanced!

Moody Park has some great Mountain Biking Trails for beginners to advanced riders. Arrowhead has ENDURO trails for more advanced riders (FYI -  it is all downhill!).

VIEW ARROWHEAD TRAIL MAP PDF

VIEW MOODY PARK TRAIL MAP PDF