Because NMH is primarily a boarding school, the majority of students are on campus during most weekends. Multiple activities are planned to appeal to a variety of interests, including dances, current movies, special performances, and fairs.
Student houses or school organizations also host themed events such as International Carnival and other special dances, performances, or activities.
Most Friday nights at NMH, you will find the entire school gathered and cheering on their housemates during intramurals. Intramurals start at 10:30 pm. and events include dodge ball, basketball, broom hockey, indoor soccer, and swimming. At the end of each year, there is a girls' and boys' champion crowned. Intramurals are a fun and competitive way for NMH students to start off their weekends.
On Saturdays, there are usually sporting events. A regional shuttle bus also goes to Greenfield, a nearby town, every Saturday afternoon, returning in the evening. Additionally, the school provides access to shopping, museums, or musical performances in Boston, Northampton, and other destinations.
For those seeking religious services, Shabbat services are held on Friday nights, church services are held Sunday mornings, and transportation is available to other religious services as well.