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Here are some events happening around the state of Connecticut this weekend. Whether you live in Hartford, New Haven, Mystic, Litchfield or Fairfield county, there is always something fun happening in our great state.
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“Small Treasures” Exhibit At The Maritime Garage Gallery
Works of art that are small in size, but big on creativity are on exhibit this summer at the Maritime Garage Gallery. “Small Treasures” features works of art that are no larger than 12 by 12 inches. The exhibit runs from July 15 - October 5, 2019. “Small Treasures” features artwork from 30 local and national artists, including Jennifer Moné Hill of Danbury, Sheri Schwarz, Hamden, Gregory Ziebell of Norwalk, Charles Hall, Windsor Locks, and Theresa Kasun of Shelton. The…
Orange Community Farmers’ Market at High Plains Community Center
The Orange Community Farmers' Market will be held every Thursday from 3:30 pm to 7 pm, ending on September 26th at the High Plains Community Center in Orange. There will be no market on August 1st or September 12th Shop at the Market, Stay for the Bands, Come Back Often! Each week there will be vendors showcasing the freshest products, such as in-season vegetables, eggs, meats, honey, syrup, bakery items, soaps & candles, specialty teas and coffee beans, pasta as…
Sunflower Festival & Vendor Fair Harvest Brown’s Harvest Windsor
The Sunflower Festival and Vendor Fair will be on August 10th, 11th, the 17th, and the 17th from 10 am to 4 pm at Brown's Harvest in Windsor. Save the date for this amazing event! With more sunflowers and hayride to the fields it will surly be an event to remember. Head down to the picturesque fields, shop around the many vendors joining us, and enjoy the day with the family!
Annual Connecticut Renaissance Faire (Lebanon County Fairgrounds)
Catapult your family into the past at the 2019 Annual Connecticut Renaissance Faire August 31st through October 14th. Experience this enchanted recreation of a 16th-century harvest festival. Here you'll rub elbows with kings and queens as you explore a bustling marketplace. Watch continuous themed entertainment on 9 stages including a real joust! Your family adventure awaits and here is some of what the Faire has in store for you: Shop in New England's largest Medieval Marketplace filled with thousands of…
Tall Ship Cruises on the Mystic Whaler
Escape for a few hours or a few days on the Mystic Whaler May - early October. Haul on a halyard, bask in the sun and watch the scenic coast slip by. Sailing is May through October from New London, Connecticut just 15 minutes from Mystic, Connecticut .
Fall Foliage Eco Paddle Tours at Black Hall Outfitters Old Lyme
Fall Foliage Eco Paddle Tours will be held on September 1st until November 1st at Black Hall Outfitters in Old Lyme. Looking for an unforgettable way to spend your autumn days? Look no further, come out and paddle with us and experience an amazing Fall day on the water. The summer might be over but this is the best time of the year to be here in beautiful Old Lyme CT, paddling on the Great Island Nature Preserve. The fall…
Dragon Boating 101 at Riverside Park Hartford
Dragon Boating 101 Lessons will be held on September 10th to October 3rd from 5:30 pm to 7 pm. Classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Riverside Park in Hartford. Dragon boating is the fastest growing on-water sport in the world, fun for adults of all ages and fitness levels. This class is beneficial for beginners and seasoned paddlers alike. Class components will include safety, paddling skills, history, and communication of dragon boating, as well as the enjoyment…
The 2019 Big E Schedule + Connecticut Day Events
The Big E is coming to Springfield, Massachusetts September 14 through September 30, 2019. The Big E, also known as The Eastern States Exposition, is know as "New England's Great State Fair". It is the largest agricultural event on the eastern seaboard and the seventh-largest fair in the nation. The Big E features everything from a daily Mardi Gras parade to car shows, XFinity Arena concerts, Big 5K race, and even a Monster Truck rides. More than a million people…
The 2019 Bristol Mum Festival
The 2019 Bristol Mum Festival will be held on September 19th from 5 pm to 9 pm, September 20th from 5 pm to 10 pm, September 21st from 12 pm to 10 pm, and September 22nd from 12 pm to 7 pm at Memorial Boulevard in Bristol. Over the course of the 4-day weekend (Thursday, Sept 19 - Sunday Sept 22), the 2019 Mum Fest will feature a carnival, dozens of vendors from area businesses, crafters, local producers, restaurants, food…
Annual Progressive Norwalk Boat Show at the Norwalk Cove Marina
The Annual Progressive Norwalk Boat Show will be held on September 19th, 20th, and 21st from 10 am to 7 pm, and September 22nd from 10 am to 5 pm at the Norwalk Cove Marina in Norwalk. Join us on Thursday, September 19 for the show’s best deals! Take advantage of one-day only specials on a wide variety of boats and products. PLUS, enjoy discounted food and drink specials, and giveaways throughout the day Admission after 5 pm will be…
The 2019 Milford Oktoberfest
The 2019 Milford Oktoberfest will be held September 20th and 21st at Fowler Field. The Milford Oktoberfest is a two-day celebration of beer, food, fun, and of course Rotary! Proceeds directly benefit the Milford community in the form of scholarships and other great projects.
2019 Greenwich Wine + Food Festival Schedule and Lineup
Greenwich Wine + Food Festival, located at Roger Sherman Baldwin Park in Greenwich, CT will be held September 20st and 21st. The festival is a multi-day event celebrating this area’s rich culinary landscape and showcasing innovation in the food and beverage industries. Year-to-year, it will benefits multiple charitable organizations. Michael Franti will open for musical headliner Little Big Town, wrapping up a weekend of food, drink and community. Other confirmed guests include Emmy Award-winner Valerie Bertinelli (Food Network’sValerie’s Home Cooking), Geoffrey Zakarian…
The 2019 Guilford Fair at Guilford Fairgrounds Guilford
The 2019 Guilford Fair will be held on September 20th from 1 pm to 11 pm, September 21st from 9 am to 11 pm, and September 22nd from 9 am to 7 pm at the Guilford Fairgrounds in Guilford. It’s part of the spirit of old New England; it’s harvest celebration; it’s homecoming; it’s fun and merriment; but above all, it’s a venerable institution of its own: the Guilford Fair. Today’s fair has paced with modern times, yet retains a…
Danbury Irish Festival at the Portuguese Cultural Center Danbury
The 2019 Danbury Irish Festival will be held on September 20th from 6 pm to 10 pm, September 21st from 12 pm to 11 pm, and September 22nd from 12 pm to 6 pm at the Portuguese Cultural Center in Danbury. Save the date for Irish culture, song, food, dance and fun for the whole family at the Greater Danbury Irish Festival! The weekend-long event will be held Friday, Sept. 20 through Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019 at 65 Sand Pit…
36th Annual Harvest Moon Festival at Naugatuck Green
The 36th Annual Harvest Moon Festival will be held on September 20th from 10 pm to 1 am and September 21st from 9 am to 8 8 pm at the Naugatuck Green in Naugatuck. Come down for local crafts, food and fun musical entertainment.
One World Multicultural Variety Show at Norwich Free Academy Norwich
The One World Multicultural Variety Show will be held on September 20th from 1 pm to 9 pm at Norwich Free Academy in Norwich. The Rotary Club, in conjunction with Sankofa Education and Leadership, Norwich Free Academy and the Norwich Area Clergy Association invite you to join us for an evening of fun as Celebrate Cultural Diversity Week continues! Admission $10 Adults and $7 Students All proceeds to benefit the homeless teenager population in the Norwich area! Funds will be…
Community Yard Sale Night at the Bozrah Farmers Market
The Community Yard Sale Night will be held on September 20th from 4 pm to 7 pm at the Bozrah Farmers Market in Bozrah. Join us for Community Yard Sale Night! All regular market vendors will be there, but behind the Homestead you will find a Community Yard Sale. Spaces are limited and on a first come first served basis. $25 for a 10x10 space.
Notre Dame Garlicfest at Notre Dame High School Fairfield
Notre Dame Garlicfest will be held on September 20th from 5 pm to 11 pm and on September 21st from 11 am to 11 pm at Notre Dame High School in Fairfield. It's back! The Garlic Fest returns in memory of our legendary Fr. Bill Sangiovanni. Join us for a celebration of all things garlic. The festival includes a wide variety of entertainment, garlic-themed food items, food trucks, vendors, and the 'garlic bites' kids entertainment area. Don't miss out on…
Notre Dame Garlicfest at Notre Dame Highschool in Fairfield
The Notre Dame Garlicfest will be held on September 20th from 5 pm to 11 pm and September 21st from 11 am to 11 pm at Notre Dame High School in Fairfield. It's back! The Garlic Fest returns in memory of our legendary Fr. Bill Sangiovanni. Join us for a celebration of all things garlic. The festival includes a wide variety of entertainment, garlic-themed food items, food trucks, vendors, and the 'garlic bites' kids entertainment area. Don't miss out on…
Silver City Wine Tasting and Brewfest at the Mountain Mist Outdoor Center Meriden
The 2019 Silver City Tasting and Brewfest will be held on September 20th from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm at the Mountain Mist Outdoor Center in Meriden. Enjoy a late summer evening of wine AND beer, all in one great night. We've paired up with Taste of Meriden to offer scrumptious samples from local restaurants. There will also be booths featuring Local Artists, Raffles, Music & More!
