Cheshire County 4-H Events

March 10, 2026 | 6:00 - 6:45pm
Mirror Lake Mustangs 4-H Club and Granite State Adaptive will be offering a 4-week virtual zoom series Tuesdays from 6-6:45pm. This virtual program is cost free and open to all ages, though content…
March 16, 2026 | 6:30 - 7:30pm
We invite any youth practitioner, volunteer or parent to join our 2025-2026 4-H Community of Practice virtual meetings. We will meet to share resources, updates, and learn something together. …
March 28, 2026 | 9:00am - 3:00pm
The New Hampshire 4-H Hippology Contest is a comprehensive, skill-based competition where youth demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of equine science and horse husbandry. The Senior…
March 28, 2026 | 10:30am - 3:00pm
The NH 4-H Horse Judging contest provides members an opportunity to evaluate a class of horses, place the horses, and have their placings scored in comparison to the official placing.  Members may…
April 10, 2026 | 5:00 - 9:00pm
We invite you to join us for Better Together: Homecoming & Gathering—a celebration of connection, community, and the shared experiences that bring us back together. Whether this is your first…
April 11, 2026 | 9:00am - 7:30pm
The 8th Annual NH 4-H Volunteer Leaders Conference Better Together: Building Community in 4‑H4‑H thrives because of strong, connected volunteers. This year’s Volunteer Conference is an…
April 12, 2026 | 8:00am - 12:00pm
The 8th Annual NH 4-H Volunteer Leaders Conference Better Together: Building Community in 4‑H4‑H thrives because of strong, connected volunteers. This year’s Volunteer Conference is an…
April 12, 2026 | 2:00 - 4:00pm
Postponed to April 12 - location TBD Are you interested in learning more about chickens & other poultry species? Join us to learn the basics about brooding chicks, feed & nutrition,…
April 19, 2026 | 1:00 - 4:00pm
Share your interests and build your communication skills!4-H Presents! is an annual county event that provides youth the opportunity to build skills and confidence in the realm of public speaking.…
April 20, 2026 | 6:30 - 7:30pm
Paige Roark, the returning Poultry judge for the HCAF show, will lead a Poultry Fair Prep session.  She will instruct on chicken handling and what members can do to work with their birds in the…
April 30, 2026 | 10:00am - 1:00pm
Discover larvae of many types and environments with experts from the Caterpillar Lab and 4-H Natural Science program! Exploring "nature's best-kept secret" at Distant Hill Nature Trail in Walpole,…
May 2, 2026 | 10:00am - 1:00pm
Come join 4-Hers from across the state at the 4-H Clover Corner for a GRILL MASTER COOK-OFF competition! 4-Hers in all project areas are invited to compete in teams of 2 or 3 to create a dish that…
May 2, 2026 | 12:00 - 2:00pm
New this year at the 4-H Clover Corner - the Grilled Cheese Contest! 4-H members can compete in this fun contest to showcase their culinary creativity, while learning about food preparation and food…
May 3, 2026 | 9:00am - 12:00pm
Join folks from the Caterpillar Lab and cover some ground at Pitcher Mountain while we hunt for caterpillars and other insects. We'll traverse several habitats productive for…
May 8, 2026 | 4:00 - 5:30pm
Join the Harris Center, Cheshire 4-H, and The Caterpillar Lab for a pond life party at Robin Hood Park! From bullfrogs and dragonflies to caterpillars and mayflies, come get your hands wet looking…
May 16, 2026 | 9:00am - 3:00pm
The New Hampshire 4-H Agri-Science Quiz Bowl, also known as the Animal Science Quiz Bowl, is an event where youth gather to demonstrate their knowledge of animal sciences and agriculture.  Teams…
June 6, 2026
The New Hampshire 4-H Day of Service is a dynamic, statewide event that brings together families from every corner of the Granite State. By the end of the day, families not only leave a tangible mark…
June 7, 2026
Join us on Sunday, June 7 for the 2026 4-H & Open Horse Show at the Cheshire Fairgrounds! This show is open to all youth and adults. Held Rain or Shine!  ASTM/SEI approved helmets…
June 13, 2026 | 10:00am - 1:00pm
Join naturalists from The Caterpillar Lab to explore one of our favorite local habitats! We will meet at the Horseshoe Road Trailhead in Chesterfield and explore the caterpillars and insects of…
June 20 - 21, 2026
NH 4-H is excited to launch this NEW event for 2026- the Livestock Field Day! 4-H members are invited to attend this event to dive deep into the beef, dairy, sheep, goat and working steer species.…