Keene City Guide Keene in New Hampshire is a historical place: they had the Washington Birthday celebration, and it’s not unusual for residents to show up at a Town Hall meeting to discuss their pro-liberty views. A hi...
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Keene in New Hampshire is a historical place: they had the Washington Birthday celebration, and it’s not unusual for residents to show up at a Town Hall meeting to discuss their pro-liberty views.
A historic railroad trail (27 miles) starts at Keene, and there is an annual pumpkin festival, a goose pond, and a town with a multitude of pro-liberty media outlets. Part of the movie ‘Jumanji’ was filmed there. Because of the city’s climate zone residents also experience four distinct seasons in this city in Cheshire County.
Keene is a small city with a population of a little over 23,000; so if you’re driving along Route 101 and are looking for some good food, bit of entertainment and some shopping, stop off to see what this city has to offer.
The change in the four seasons is most impressive during fall when the leaves change color along the river. The open outdoor spaces with a mix of greens, yellows and different shades of orange foliage, makes Keene’s Ashuelot River a cool place to take a boat ride during fall.
Things to see and do
Keene’s downtown district has an abundance of restaurants, stores and services. The colonial style buildings give it a New England flare that adds life to the area. Stroll through Central Square, which is only minutes from downtown, and visit the shops or restaurants. See a live show at the Colonial Theatre, which is within easy walking distance of Central Square.
Check out Cheshire Rail Trail, the trail with a northern segment that runs from Keene to other parts of New Hampshire. Walking along this trail you will see the Ashuelot River, and from there you can continue along the pedestrian bridge above the freeway. You’ll continue to travel through the woods and in the fall the beautiful colourful leaves are a delight for walkers or cyclists. Along the roads, there is parking at different points along the trail.
Locals go to the skate park to test their skateboard skills, but it’s a great recreational place to check out while in Keene. Stop by to check out the skateboarders and watch as the BMX bikers show off their tricks!. Families come to Stonewall Farm to go hiking, see the animals and learn about nature. It’s open to the public year round. Residents and visitors to Keene can enjoy live entertainment, comedy, and nightclubs.
Catch a game
Keene residents enjoy sports and are big on baseball, soccer, and softball games. The Sentinel newspaper cover sports and keeps everyone updated on the latest news about local teams. Whether it’s the Phantoms Soccer players, the regional softball teams, or the Keene Swamp Bats baseball team, visitors and residents can come together to see a game.
What to eat and where to eat
Keene has a variety of restaurants and cuisines whether you like Mediterranean food, all-American food, Thai food, or Italian. Downtown Keene has a lot of restaurants and shops on Main Street and throughout other areas of the city, and diners can find both high-end and affordable options. Pizza is a commonplace, and if ordering Mediterranean pizza, you can have a choice of many different toppings other than the usual pepperoni.
Experience the festivals
One great thing about Keene is the fun-filled festivals for every season when people come together to enjoy activities and play games. In the fall, Keene has a pumpkin festival with lots of unique pumpkin carvings, food, and music from local bands. The winter brings the ice and snow festival where people ice-skate and view the beautiful ice sculptures. In the summer, Keene has the Keene Musical Festival in the park where residents and visitors alike can hear the bands and the solo performances. There are many other festivals and events in Keene throughout the year.
Places to stay
Keene has New England-style architecture with some nice apartments, vacation rentals, and short-term rentals available year round. A portion of Keene has apartments geared towards college students. These are situated near Keene State College, but the rest of the city has apartments with different prices from budget-friendly to high-end.
Although Keene is a small city, there are hidden gems when it comes to places to stay. They have bed and breakfast, romantic hotels, and NH Inns. Whether you’re looking for spacious rooms, specific amenities, or something nearby, let World Escape help you find the perfect place.
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