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FAIRFIELD/SOUTHWEST    top of listings

Norwalk Oyster Festival
Veterans Memorial Park, 42 Seaview Avenue
East Norwalk, CT
Phone: 203-838-9444

September 11 – 13, 2009

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This fantastic end-of-summer festival features food booths, barbeque vendors, demonstrations and competitions with more than $20,000 in prizes. Other attractions include more than 100 arts and crafts vendors, vintage boat tours, children activities, and of course, some of the freshest, most delicious oysters in the world. Information; www.seaport.org/OysterFest.html



HARTFORD/CENTRAL    top of listings

Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz
Bushnell Park, Trinity Street
Hartford, CT
Phone: 860-727-0050

July 17-19, 2009

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New England's largest free outdoor jazz festival with three days of free live jazz entertainment from world-renowned artists and the finest local musicians. Contemporary, straight ahead, smooth, Latin, and more. A variety of food and beverage vendors and an arts and crafts marketplace. Location: Bushnell Park. Cost: Free admission. Information: www.hartfordjazz.org.



Ray Gonzalez Latin Jazz & Salsa Festival
Mortensen Riverfront Plaza, 300 Columbus Blvd.
Hartford, CT

July 25, 2009

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This festival brings you an evening of music featuring some of the best international Latin Jazz and Salsa artists. Time: 5-10 p.m. Rain Date: Sunday, July 26. More performance information to come. Information: http://www.riverfront.org/events/festivals/#Latin



Riverfest 2009
Mortensen Riverfront Plaza, 300 Columbus Blvd., Hartford; Great River Park, East Hartford
Hartford and East Hartford, CT

July 11, 2009

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Riverfest features free entertainment including live bands, musicians, clowns and other entertainers, kids activities, and more. A dazzling fireworks show over the river highlights this traditional Hartford festival. Come early for a walk through the Lincoln Financial Sculpture Walk. Enjoy live music, traditional children’s games and activities, and plenty of food at this true American festival. Kids activity tents can be found at Mortensen Riverfront Plaza on the Hartford side and at The Family Fun Zone in Great River Park on the East Hartford side. Boaters are welcome to join us on the Connecticut River. Riverside Park’s boat launch will be open, but launches at Charter Oak Landing and Great River Park will be closed. This year, the fireworks will launch from two barges on the river. Time: Starts at 4 p.m. Rain Date: July 12 (fireworks only). Information: www.riverfront.org/events/festivals/#Riverfest



Riverfront Dragon Boat & Asian Festival
Mortensen Riverfront Plaza, 300 Columbus Blvd.
Hartford, CT
Phone: 860-713-3131

August 15-16, 2009

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Expect more than 1,300 paddlers, both local and club teams, participating over the course of our two day festival. This event also features Asian entertainment, martial arts demonstrations, a table tennis tournament, educational cultural booths, delicious Asian cuisine, Asian games for kids and much more. Event Highlights include a tent city with local and club team villages; Asian entertainment, dancing, demonstrations, and activities; Asian food as well as American favorites; kids’ Asian activities; table tennis competition; Asian beer garden. Information: www.riverfront.org/events/festivals/



Taste of the Caribbean & Jerk Festival
Mortensen Riverfront Plaza, 300 Columbus Blvd.
Hartford, CT
Phone: 860-713-3131

August 1, 2009

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This year marks the 4th Annual Taste of the Caribbean and Jerk Festival and it will be bigger and better than ever! Don’t miss one of Hartford’s premier cultural events as both upper and lower Mortensen Riverfront Plaza are transformed into a Caribbean village. Bring the whole family to enjoy numerous musical and dance performances while you sample authentic and world famous Caribbean dishes. Rain Date: Sunday August 2. To 1-11 p.m. Information: www.riverfront.org/events/festivals/



LITCHFIELD/NORTHWEST    top of listings

Garlic & Harvest Festival
Bethlehem Fairgrounds, 384 Main Street North (Route 61)
Bethlehem, CT
Phone: 203-266-7350

October 10, 2009

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Fresh garlic and farm produce, garlic specialty food vendors, garlic food court, garlic growing lectures, garlic cooking demonstrations, live entertainment, amusements, and plenty of samples make this a must for the garlic lover. Bring the kids and your appetite. Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: Adults, $6; seniors, $5; children under age 12. $1. Information: www.garlicfestct.com



Irish Festival
Quassy Amusement Park, Lake Quassapaug, 2132 Middlebury Road / Route 64
Middlebury, CT
Phone: 800-FOR-PARK

October 10, 2009

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Great food, entertainment and drink. Time: Noon to 6 p.m. Information: www.quassy.com or 203-758-2913.



Oktoberfest
Quassy Amusement Park, Lake Quassapaug, 2132 Middlebury Road / Route 64
Middlebury, CT
Phone: 800-FOR-PARK

September 26-27, 2009

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German music, food, dancing in the Oktoberfest pavilion. Parking $5 with free admission to the pavilion. Fee for food and beverages. Information: www.quassy.com or call 203-758-2913.



MYSTIC/EASTERN    top of listings

North Stonington Agricultural Fair
Wyassup Road (off Route 2)
North Stonington, CT
Phone: 860-535-3956

July 9-12, 2009

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Enjoy and learn about farm life - see tractor and animal pulls, view beautiful arts and crafts and award-winning vegetables, fruits, and baked goods. Midway, hypnotist and comedian, nail-driving contest, pie-eating contest, livestock shows, Bella the Clown, horse shoe pitching, lawnmower racing, ham and bean supper, oxen pulls, tractor pulls. Admission: Adults, $7; Senior Citizen Day on Saturday only, $4; children under age 112, free. Information: www.northstoningtonfair.org/index.html



Powwow Festival
Mashantucket Pequot Museum and Research Center, 110 Pequot Trail
Ledyard, CT
Phone: 860-396-6838

July 8-9, 2009

Enjoy and share the traditions of these colorful Native American gatherings that showcase tribal cultures and strengthen ties between friends old and new. Time: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost: Free with museum admission. Information: www.pequotmuseum.org



Sailfest
Bank Street and waterfront
New London, CT
Phone: 860-444-1879

July 10-12, 2009

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Three days of maritime fun and history at this historic sailing city. Major events include the annual Maritime Regatta; a 5K Road Race; tours and cruises on the sailing ship Mystic Whaler; the Hygienic Outdoor Art Festival Bizarre Bazaar with Peruvian singers, Cambodian dancers, acoustic music, blacksmith and glass-blowing demonstrations; and visits abaord the Project Oceanology research vessel; lots of live entertainment; and fireworks on the New London waterfront on July 11. Stop at the Main Street booth located at Custom House Pier in New London to get an official Sailfest Guide. Information: 860-443-3786 or visit http://www.sailfest.org/



NEW HAVEN/SOUTH CENTRAL    top of listings

Milford Oyster Festival
Milford Town Green, Broad Street
Milford, CT
Phone: 203-878-5363

August 14-15, 2009

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The annual festival has something for everyone: arts and crafts, children's entertainment and rides, musical entertainment, kayak and canoe races, classic car show and plenty of food. Information: milfordoysterfestival.org



New England Arts and Crafts Festival
Milford Green, Broad Street
Milford, CT
Phone: 203-878-6647

July 11-12, 2009

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More than 150 fine art and craft exhibitors, food court, music, theater, children’s activities and live entertainment, Sidewalk Chalk Contest. Time: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost: Free. Information: www.milfordarts.org



Shoreline Wine Festival
Bishop's Orchards Farm Market and Winery, 1355 Boston Post Road
Guilford, CT
Phone: 203-453-2338

August 15-16, 2009

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Celebrate 10 Connecticut wineries and sample the fruits of their labor. Enjoy food from local restaurants. Meet and sample products from local businesses. Enjoy and purchase crafts from local artisans. Expand your knowledge of food and wine at seminars offered by local experts. Enjoy all of this while listening to the sounds of live music from renowned bands around New England. Time: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Cost: $30 per person. Information: www.shorelinewinefestival.com




Fairfield/Southwest Hartford/Central Litchfield/Northwest
Mystic/Eastern New Haven/South Central  
Fourth of July Fireworks
-- Lakeville, Connecticut
July 4, 2009
Lions Club July 4th Parade – Columbia, Connecticut
July 4, 2009
Sounds of Liberty
– Hartford, Connecticut
July 4, 2009
Outdoor Arts & Crafts Show & Lobster Festival --Niantic
July 4, 2009 to July 5, 2009
Turn of the Century Fest
-- Litchfield, Connecticut
July 4, 2009
Fireworks Under the Stars -- New Haven, Connecticut
July 4, 2009
3-D Fireworks – Middlebury, Connecticut
July 4, 2009
Independence Day Parade
-- Madison, Connecticut
July 4, 2009
July 4th Parade & Picnic
-- Lyme, Connecticut
July 4, 2009
Turn of the Century Fest
-- Litchfield, Connecticut
July 4, 2009
Independence Day
-- Mystic, Connecticut
July 4, 2009
Great American Boom
-- New Britain, Connecticut
July 4, 2009
Independence Day Fireworks
-- Norwich, Connecticut
July 4, 2009
WILI Boom Box Parade
-- Willimantic, Connecticut
July 4, 2009
Fourth of July Celebration
-- Woodstock, Connecticut
July 4, 2009
United States Coast Guard Band in Concert -- New London
July 5, 2009
Semiseptcentennial Parade
-- Norwich, Connecticut
July 5, 2009
Powwow Festival -- Ledyard
July 8, 2009 to July 9, 2009
Carnival and Fireworks -- Windsor Locks
July 9, 2009 to July 11, 2009
Abbamania at Talcott Mountain Music Festival – Simsbury
July 10, 2009
Fourth of July Town Celebration
Enfield, Connecticut
July 10, 2009 to July 12, 2009
Antiques Show – Madison
July 11, 2009
New England Arts and Crafts Festival – Milford
July 11, 2009 to July 12, 2009
Vintage Base Ball Game - Riverfest 2009 Festival Games – Hartford
July 11, 2009 to July 12, 2009
Peter Rockwell Day -- Stockbridge
July 11, 2009
Michael Cavanaugh at Talcott Mountain Musical Festival – Simsbury
July 15, 2009
Craft Expo – Guilford
July 16, 2009 to July 18, 2009
Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz -- Hartford
July 17, 2009 to July 19, 2009
Deep River Ancient Muster of Fife & Drum – Deep River
July 17, 2009 to July 18, 2009
Circus Smirkus – Wellesley
July 17, 2009 to July 19, 2009
Mitchell Farm Summer Music Festival -- Salem
July 18, 2009
Nature’s Fireworks – West Hartford
July 25, 2009
Fireworks Display
-- Branford, Connecticut
July 27, 2009
Connecticut Wine Festival – Goshen
August 1, 2009 to August 2, 2009
David Cook -- Ledyard / Mashantucket
August 1, 2009
The Mystic Outdoor Art Festival -- Mystic
August 8, 2009 to August 9, 2009
Milford Oyster Festival -- Miford
August 14, 2009 to August 15, 2009
Shoreline Wine Festival -- Guilford
August 15, 2009 to August 16, 2009
Bethel Garden Fair -- Bethel
August 15, 2009
Cirque Du Soleil: Alegria -- Bridgeport
August 20, 2009 to August 23, 2009
David Copperfield’s Grand Illusion -- Ledyard
October 23, 2009 to October 24, 2009
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