2026 Stratford Main Street Festival in Stratford

The annual Stratford Main Street Festival returns to downtown Stratford on June 6 from 10 am to 4 pm, bringing together thousands of visitors, local organizations, businesses, artists, entertainers, and food vendors for a full day of community celebration and family-friendly activities.

Hosted by the Rotary Club of Stratford, the town-wide event welcomes more than 8,000 attendees and over 250 vendors from communities across Connecticut each year. The festival will feature food trucks, artisan crafts, business booths, live music, street performers, rides, games, artwork, and activities for all ages along Main Street in Stratford.

Originally launched in 2011 to continue the tradition of Stratford Day, the festival highlights the many organizations, services, and programs available throughout the community while raising funds for local charitable initiatives. Proceeds from the event support programs including student scholarships, food assistance efforts, community service projects, educational initiatives, environmental programs, and support services for seniors and families in need.

Vendor registration remains open through May 30, based on availability, with opportunities for nonprofit organizations, businesses, food vendors, artisans, and sponsors to participate. Festival organizers note that entertainment and food vendors will be distributed throughout the event area to create an engaging experience across the entire festival.

The festival takes place rain or shine along Main Street in Stratford, centered near 2303 Main Street, Stratford, CT 06615. Public parking will be available on nearby side streets, at the Stratford Train Station, and within walking distance from additional parking areas near the Shakespeare property and Stratford High School. Disability parking will be available at the Baldwin Senior Center parking lot located at 1000 West Broad Street.

For vendor registration, sponsorship information, and additional event details, visit https://portal.clubrunner.ca/11560/Event/CloudEventDetail?Permalink=2026-stratford-day.