The City of Keene's event protocol process is designed to assess and mitigate potential risks associated with public events. Prior to issuing licenses, the City reviews event plans, including aspects such as crowd management, security measures, emergency response plans, and traffic control. By carefully considering these details, the City aims to enhance the safety and security of events held within the community. This process is intended to promote a well-prepared and secure environment for attendees and the greater community.

The following schedule lists community-organized events that are licensed by the City Council.  There are additional events licensed administratively that may not appear on this list.  Other event organizers often use services such as MyKeeneNow, the Keene Sentinel's ELF Events Calendar, Discover Monadnock, and Explore Keene to post and publicly notice their scheduled events.

Throughout the year, the Keene Recreation Center also offers a wide variety of community events for all ages which are listed on KeeneParks.com. 

2025

February 1: Ice & Snow Festival, Downtown

June 20 through June 22: Jumanji 30th Anniversary Celebration, Downtown

2024

February 3, Ice and Snow Festival, Downtown

June 1, Food Fest, Downtown

July 3, Independence Eve Fireworks, Alumni Field

July 4, 4 on the 4th Foot Race, Start/End Railroad Square

July 24 - July 28, Wizarding Week, Downtown

August 31, Music Fest, Downtown

September 7, Keene Sentinel 225th Anniversary Celebratio, Downtown and Alumni Field

September 15, Keene Pride Festival, Downtown

September 29,  Clarence DeMar Marathon, Starting in Gilsum/Ending on KSC Campus

October 12, Pumpkin Festival, Downtown

November 29, Tree Lighting Ceremony, Downtown