Dive into a world of art-connected adventures with our free family-friendly arts programming.
HopStops are free performances designed to delight and inspire younger audiences through dance, music, theater and storytelling.
Come ready to sing, dance and clap along—and bring the whole family! HopStops are typically held in Hanover and across the Upper Valley.
In 2014, the Hop joined in a Community Venture Initiative (CVI) with the West Claremont Center for Music and the Arts to bring HopStop Family Programming to Claremont, New Hampshire. Claremont HopStops will occur in the fall, winter and spring. This year marks the 10th anniversary of this partnership and the Hop's commitment to supporting our local arts community with free family programs.
With funding from the Jack and Dorothy Byrne Foundation.
Learn the basic mechanics of pop-up books and make your own paper-art.
Musician and composer Mamadou Diabaté shares his award-winning talents on the balafon.
Join the adventure inside a rainbow pop-up book and learn how to puppeteer from wherever you are!
Sing along with this fifth-generation fiddler and his daughter Ophelia.
DJ Sean led an at-home dance party for kids and families.
An absurdist delight featuring puppetry favorites Punch and Judy, presented live and updated for the 21st century.
Celebrate Lunar New Year with a special meal with artist and chef Cai Xi.
Award-winning author, illustrator and fine artist Myers shares three of his transformative books for young people.
A beloved NH-based storyteller tells mythical tales and stories from around our world—and yours!