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Bestof Logo 2024Since 2000, New Hampshire Magazine has polled and published the picks of its readers and editors in categories that range from best cupcakes to best martini to best antiques shop and everything in between.

Voting in these categories takes place each year, starting in mid-January. Our online-only ballot is the best way for readers and customers to recognize the best of the best that the Granite State has to offer.

Our annual Readers’ Poll and Editor’s Picks all lead up to the state’s biggest celebration, The Best of NH Party, which is held annually each summer.

2024 Best of NH voting

Voting has now ended. The voting period for 2024 was January 17 – March 17.

Thank you to everyone who voted in the 2024 Best of NH ballot (all 17,000+ of you!). Readers’ poll winners will be notified by late April. Please do not reach out inquiring if your business has won; a list of winners will be posted as soon as results are available.

2024 Best of NH Party

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Our annual Readers’ Poll and extensive list of Editor’s Picks all lead up to the state’s biggest celebration, the Best of NH Party.

The Best of NH Party 2024 returns to Flag Hill Distillery and Winery on June 20th for sampling this year’s best food and drink while listing to the incredible 12-piece Scott Spradling Band. The event will be an elegant tent and garden party celebrating the best the state has to offer at one of NH’s most beautiful local treasures. Come for the evening or spend the entire night in one of 10 tiny homes on the property! Join us for an evening that’s all to honor the 2024 Best of NH winners and to support our nonprofit beneficiary: the New Hampshire Food Bank.

Please note: participating restaurants and sampling sponsors will be listed in late spring 2024 as Best of NH food and drink winners are announced and sign on to participate at the event.

Tickets on sale now!

Thursday, June 20, 2024
Flag Hill Distillery and Winery
297 North River Road

Lee, New Hampshire
VIP Hour: 5-6 p.m.
Main Event: 6-8 p.m.

TICKETS
VIP Experience: $115
General Admission: $75

Please be aware: this event is intended to be a 21+ event, please be prepared to show your ID at event entry.

Upgrade your experience

Sign up for our new VIP hour (details below!) and private sampling opportunity, limited to 200 guests; spend the night in one of 10 tiny homes right on property; or come just for an evening of sampling and fun.

VIP Experience: VIPs will enjoy an intimate spirits and wine tasting in Flag Hill’s tasting room along with a complimentary Maker’s Mark 46 signature cocktail. Experience light apps, sample product, and get early access to the Best of NH event floor.  VIP ticket holders will receive an exclusive swag bag, including a complimentary print subscription (or gift subscription) to New Hampshire Magazine.  Tickets purchased before May 15 will also qualify you to win an overnight stay the evening of the event at one of the RiverCrest Villas right on property.

Spend the night: Turn the party into an overnight getaway! The grounds of Flag Hill Distillery and Winery are home to RiverCrest Villas, a group of 10 uniquely designed tiny homes, located just steps away from the Best of NH Party. These tiny home villas are complete with a studio bedroom, comfortable queen sized pull out sofa, full bathroom and kitchenette.

Win an overnight stay: All VIP Experience and General Event attendees who purchase their tickets by May 15 will be automatically entered to win an overnight stay in one of the tiny home villas the evening of the Best of NH Party (June 20, 2024). One lucky winner will be picked and notified by June 3. Each villa can accommodate up to four guests.

Entertainment and Celebrities

If you’ve been to a Best of NH Party before then you know that you can expect some unexpected celebrity sightings. We’ve had rock super stars (hello, Steven Tyler!), America’s Got Talent alums (hey, Recycled Percussion!) and The Mad Fisherman (hi, Charlie Moore!). You never know which Oscar winner or reality TV stars might show up this year.

We’re excited to welcome the following entertainers to this year’s party.

Scott Spradling Band

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Ready to get up on your feet and sing along to the hits from the golden era of swing music, Big Band and the music of the first decade of Rock and Roll? The Scott Spradling Band is a 12-piece stellar band with lots of horns and endless talent that does not disappoint. Best of NH Party guests can look forward to hearing hits from the 1950’s-90’s from bands like Chicago, Tower of Power, Sinatra, Earth Wind & Fire, Billy Joel, Bobby Darin, Stevie Wonder and many more.

The Roaming Foodie

RoamingfoodieWhen you’re hungry and looking for recommendations on new and old favorite places to dine or exciting dishes to discover, then look no further than The Roaming Foodie on Instagram. In each post, New Hampshire-based photographer Joey Calcavecchia takes followers along on his New England food journeys sharing his must-try dishes along the way. Warning: his feed will make you salivate.

Keep an eye out for Joey and his camera at this year’s Best of NH Party and be sure to stop him and say hello. Of course, don’t forget to follow him on Instagram @the_roamingfoodie

2023 Best of NH Winners

Best of NH 2023 Fun & Adventure

Sprinkled across every corner of New Hampshire are spectacular outdoor sanctuaries, unique museums and delicious experiences. Check out where to take in 18 holes, find kid-friendly museums and go deep sea fishing.

Best of NH 2023 Shops & Services

In need of some retail therapy? Looking for someone to board your pet while you're away? Find unique gift shops, clothiers and even a personal beer guide on this year's Best of NH Shops and Services list

Best of NH 2023 This & That

Here are our editors' picks that don't fit perfectly into any category, but are definitely things you should know about!

Best of NH 2023 Art & Culture

When you're looking for a funky arts venue or a great local podcast, where do you go? To this Best of NH winners list, of course!

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Become a Sponsor

Position your business, brand and services with the best… in front of New Hampshire Magazine‘s 123,000+ affluent, educated and active readers, website visitors and guests at the Best of New Hampshire Party.

Join the winning team as a sponsor and party with the best of ’em!

For more information on how to become a part of the Best of NH Party, contact Josh Auger at (603) 413-5144 or jauger@nhmagazine.com.

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