From crisp morning brunch cruises and festive craft beer tastings to spine-tingling haunted nights and breathtaking foliage, autumn on the lake offers an experience for every season lover.
Whether you are sipping a seasonal cocktail, gathering with friends under the October moon, or simply soaking in the brilliant shoreline views, your unforgettable fall escape begins on the water.
Daily Departures from Weirs Beach and Wolfeboro
Scenic Tours on the M/S Mount Washington
The Winnipesaukee Flagship offers 2.5 hour narrated scenic tours daily at 10:00 AM and 12:30 PM from Weirs Beach, and at 11:15 AM from Wolfeboro.
Sundays from Weirs Beach and Alton Bay
Sunday Brunch on the Winnipesaukee Flagship
During this 3 hour narrated trip, learn about the people and events that have shaped the lake's history, as you dine on a variety of breakfast and light luncheon items.
Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays from Meredith
Golden Hour Foliage Cruises
Step aboard the newly refurbished Winnipesaukee Belle for a leisurely 2 hour afternoon trip around Meredith and Weirs Bays, featuring spectacular views and seasonal treats.
Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays from Meredith
Haunted Winnipesaukee
Lake Winnipesaukee is beautiful, but it has a dark side. During this 90 minute cruise on the Winnipesaukee Belle, sample desserts while hearing haunting tales of cursed lands, mysterious fires, haunted hotels, and unsolved disappearances.
Saturday, September 12 from Weirs Beach
3rd Annual Buzz Beerfest
Join Greg and the entire Morning Buzz crew for our biggest beer bash of the fall, proudly sponsored by Mitchell's Fresh Salsa! This fan-favorite festival is back for year three, bringing together great brews, great tunes, and great vibes on the water.
Please note that all passengers attending this event must be 21 years of age or older.
LIVE THEATRE PRODUCTION BY the winnipesaukee playhouse
The Great Winnipesaukee Stamboat Race
First performed in 1978 in Laconia, New Hampshire, this musical melodrama poses the eternal question: can a nefarious villain steal the heart of a beautiful maiden because her noble boyfriend hasn’t a clue about what’s going on?
Friday, October 16 from Wolfeboro
Beveridge Brews Cruise
Set sail for three hours of crisp Granite State hospitality. Whether you're here for the Oktoberfest lagers, spiced ales, or first-run ciders, Brews Cruise brings the best of the NH harvest scene directly to you.
Please note that all passengers attending this event must be 21 years of age or older.
Season grand finale • Saturday, October 24
Halloween Masquerade Ball
Have a fiendishly good time on the Halloween Masquerade Ball. This annual tradition is also the grand finale of our season, featuring a three hour cruise, buffet dinner, entertainment, seasonal snacks and beverages, and the wildest costume contest in the Lakes Region.
Please note that all passengers attending this event must be 21 years of age or older.