FESTIVALS
Enjoy our annual festivals in Exeter ranging from a craft beer and chili fest, a literary focused fest, the fall art tour, local music & arts festivals, and the popular UFO Festival.
POWDER KEG BEER & CHILI FESTIVAL
Saturday, October 3, 2026
12:00 VIP & 1- 4:00 pm general ticket
An annual festival in downtown Exeter along Swasey Parkway serving up craft beers and chili. Click website above to purchase tickets.
EXETER LitFest
Saturday, April 4, 2026
An annual festival by Exeter LitFest with events celebrating the local literary voices, authors, and places of Exeter and the region. Located in Exeter Town Hall. Click above for more information. Free, open to public.
UFO FESTIVAL
Labor Day Weekend
September 5 & 6, 2026
Enjoy Exeter's annual UFO festival which includes speakers and kid friendly events downtown. Free and open to the public.
An annual walking tour in Exeter with a map and guide of the fine art, craft galleries, and art studios in Exeter. It is a self-guided, walkable tour. Meet the artists. Free and open to the public.
15 locations within 3 miles.
An annual festival of decorated Christmas Trees raising money for the Community Children's Fund. Located at Town Hall. Free and open to the public. 11-6pm Dec 3, 11-8pm, Dec 4. Also, Exeter Holiday Block Party, Dec. 4 at 4 pm with chorus, DJ, crafts, hosted by Parks & Recreation for all ages.
The American Independence Museum and Exeter Recreation sponsored fest which includes kid friendly events, historical activities, reenactments, and food. Starts 10:00 am, Concert 7 pm, Fireworks at 9 pm. Free
