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A quick note from us. After a longer-than-expected pause, our newsletter is back. We have moved to a new platform that keeps everything connected to our website, making it easier for you to stay current with what is happening in the Alton business community. Same news, same neighbors, just a cleaner way to deliver it.

Thank you for your patience as we made the switch!

Member Meeting – July

Stay connected, stay informed, and stay ahead. Join us for the upcoming Alton Business Association Member Meeting — your go-to gathering for the latest association updates, a preview of exciting upcoming events, and a chance to connect with the people who help make Alton’s community thrive.

Location: Alton Bay Bandstand
Date & Time: July 16th, 2026 at noon

RSVP to this event so we know you are coming!

Whether you’re a longtime member or brand new to the group, this is your opportunity to hear what’s happening, share your voice, and help shape what’s next for Alton.

Details on location and date are coming soon — stay tuned!
Not a member? No problem. All are welcome.

Alton Old Home Day 2026

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Alton’s Old Home Day Parade 2026
August 8, 2026 at 11:30 AM
Hosted by the Alton Business Association

This year’s theme is Hometown USA: 250 Years Strong.

Grab a spot along the route and take in the whole show. The parade steps off from Alton Central School, winds past Mill Pond, down Route 11, and finishes in Alton Bay.

Watch the floats, cheer on the marchers, and catch the fire trucks at Mill Pond as they join the lineup. The whole route is worth the trip.

Today, Alton Bay is the destination! After the parade, stick around for the craft fair, the NH Boat Museum Alton Bay Boat Show, and live music by BITTERSWEET in the evening courtesy of Alton Parks and Recreation.

Want to be part of the parade itself? Everyone is welcome. Build a float, drive a classic vehicle, or walk with your family, friends, or organization. Participation is free.

THANK YOU SPONSORS!

GOLD Sponsors

SILVER Sponsors

Best of the Lakes Region 2026

Best of the Lakes Region 2026

Several of our members brought home hardware at the 2026 Best of the Lakes Region awards. Taking Gold this year are MVSB Meredith Village Savings Bank, L&R Cleaning Unlimited, Alton Circle Grocery, and Alton Dance Academy.

Earning Silver are MVSB Meredith Village Savings Bank, Maxfield Real Estate, Taylor Community, Lakeside Smiles Pediatric Dentistry, Berry’s Bait, and Cold Spring Farm.

This kind of recognition is a reflection of the hard work these businesses put in every single day! Congratulations to all!

Alton Business Association Presents 2026 Scholarship to Prospect Mountain High School Senior

On June 10th, the Alton Business Association was proud to present the 2026 ABA Scholarship to Joshua Clark, a graduating senior at Prospect Mountain High School and member of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA).

This scholarship exists because we believe in the next generation of leaders in our community. Joshua, congratulations. The road ahead is yours!

Around Alton: Member News

A lot is happening across our business community this month, and with Alton’s 250th anniversary celebrations in full swing, there has never been a better time to shop local, dine local, and show up for the people who make this town what it is. Read on for a roundup of what our members are up to and how you can be part of it.

Market on Main

Market on Main returns on Wednesday, July 1 from 12 to 3pm with a patriotic theme in honor of America’s 250th. Expect free mini flags, face painting, patriotic crafts for kids, a live performance of the National Anthem by Cady Adler, and a special appearance by Camp Constitution with a historic cannon on display. Come celebrate community and country downtown.

American Legion Post 72

The American Legion Post 72 is hosting a 250th Anniversary Celebration on Friday, July 3 from 11am to 3pm at 164 Wolfeboro Highway in Alton. The event is free and open to all ages with a bouncy house, face painting, games, cornhole, a dunk tank, a scavenger hunt, a DJ, BBQ, and more. A great way to kick off the holiday weekend right here in town.

Alton Bay Fireworks July 3rd, 2026 at 9:20pm

Rain Date July 5th, 2026

Alton Parks and Recreation

Summer Concerts kick off July 3 at the Alton Bay Bandstand with live music every Saturday in July and August from 7 to 9pm. All ages are welcome. Bring a chair, enjoy the music, and stay for the fireworks.

50th Annual Alton Bay Boat Show

August 8th, 2026 9-12 am. The 50th Annual Alton Bay Boat Show is a milestone worth marking. Spend the morning on the docks admiring beautifully restored woodies and early fiberglass classics from before 1975, and meet the owners who keep that tradition alive. Spectators can vote for the People’s Choice Awards and boat owners are welcome to show up before 9am to claim a dock space on a first come, first served basis. Stop by the NH Boat Museum tent while you are there to browse merchandise and learn more about membership. Fifty years of classic boating on Lake Winnipesaukee is something to celebrate.

Annual “Board Meeting” & Member Meeting – August 2026

Bring a chair and a kayak or SUP and join us for the annual ABA “Board Meeting”

Location: Alton Bay Bandstand
Date & Time: August 13th, 2026
Paddle: 10am sharp
Meeting: 12 noon
RSVP is required

Join us at 10 AM sharp at Alton Bay to kick things off on the water. Bring your kayak or SUP and paddle with us for the ABA’s unofficial (but very official) Board Meeting. Don’t have a board? SUPNH will have additional SUPs available — just make sure to include that in your RSVP, email info@altonbusinessassociaition.com, or comment below!

At noon, we’ll reconvene at the Alton Bay Bandstand for our member meeting, where we’ll share updates, preview upcoming events, and enjoy lunch together. Bring your own chair for the meeting portion.

RSVP is required so we can plan for equipment and food. Email info@altonbusinessassociation.com or comment below.

All are welcome — member or not.

July 2026 Newsletter – Coming Soon Old Home Day Parade!