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Events Calendar - 2025

Find a multitude of fun events and great things to do, including weekend events, throughout the year, like music, festivals, comedy, outdoor fun, boat cruises, excursions for families and kids, food, wine and beer tastings.

Check out the listings of year-round Fairs & Festivals throughout New England. Also be sure to read our list of Great Things To Do in New England. Whether you're curious about what to this weekend, this month, or this season, we have you covered.

For events specifically related to the anniversary of the American Revolution, please visit out MA250 Events Calendar.

Find the dates you plan to travel or simply search the full events list below.

-= Featured Events =- All Ages Arts & Crafts Shows Children & Families Fairs & Festivals Food, Wine, Beer Guided Tours Juneteenth Museums Music Outdoor Activities Science & Nature
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-= Featured Events =-

Strawberry Festival at Lyman Orchards

Jun 14, 2025 - Jun 14, 2025 32 Reeds Gap Road Middlefield, CT 06455

There’s no sweeter way to celebrate the start of Summer ‘25 than by joining in on all the fun at the Lyman Orchards Strawberry Festival! It’s all happening at the Apple Barrel Farm Market and grounds. It's also the 21st Annual Connecticut Open House Day! Head to Lyman Orchards to celebrate with free admission to the property & festival! Admission to the Festival is FREE! Activities subject to change, continue to check back for more information on other activities joining us.
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Free
860-349-6000

All Ages

ATCA, CT Yankee Chapter Truck Show

Jun 7, 2025 - Jun 8, 2025 Bethlehem Fairgrounds, Route 61 Bethlehem, CT 06751

2025 annual truck show, flea market, bake sale, raffle, food. Trucks (and trailers), tractors, motorcycles, construction equipment, new or old, are all welcome. $10 registration per unit, $30 vendor fee for 2 days.
8am - 4pm
$4 Adults, $3 Seniors, Kids under 13 Free
860-307-4372

Arts & Crafts Shows

The 64th Niantic Lions Club Arts and Craft Show

Jul 5, 2025 - Jul 6, 2025 108 Pennsylvania Ave (RT 161) Niantic, CT 06357

Artists and Crafters from all over New England and beyond show and sell their amazing work. The Niantic Lions also coordinate a Food Court, featuring a variety of food trucks serving delectable summer delights that will satisfy the most finicky of pallets. This annual Lions Club event raises funds that support local charities, community projects and much more.
Sat. 10 a.m.- 5 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Free!
860-705-7800

Children & Families

The Joke Show!

Jul 12, 2025 - Jul 12, 2025 128 Thimble Island Road Branford, CT 06405

The Joke Show! Based on Alan Katz hilarious book that's selling like hot cakes, The Funniest Joke Book Ever for Kids, The Joke Show! comes to you with fresh family fun and even a few lessons along the way! Don't miss this fabulous opportunity enjoy a family show your kids will never forget and even meet the Best-Selling after the show! Autographed Books for sale after the show, AND meet the author himself!
10:00am to 11:30am, 1:00pm to 2:30pm
$26.50
203-315-1901

Fairs & Festivals

Stafford SummerFest

Jun 25, 2025 - Jun 25, 2025 Stafford High School - 145 Orcuttville Road Stafford Springs, CT 06076

Stafford SummerFest & Fireworks is back, heralding the start of summer with an array of delights. Enjoy live music by the Loveland Hill Band, savor treats from regional food trucks & mobile eateries, explore a showcase of civic groups, engage in lawn games and art activities, and cap off the evening with a spectacular fireworks display. Admission and parking are free, all activities will take place at the Stafford High School. The rural venue provides sprawling fields lush with grass and unobstructed views that are virtually void of ambient light – it’s a choice spot to spread out a blanket and enjoy this year’s fireworks. Parking and viewing areas will be designated throughout the complex. Event announcements, activity schedules, and the civic group roster will be rolling out - follow Explore Stafford CT and Stafford SummerFest & Fireworks to get the latest updates on all things SummerFest!
5PM - 10PM
Free

Food, Wine, Beer

Taste of Westport 2025

Jun 5, 2025 - Jun 5, 2025 The Inn at Longshore - 260 Compo Road S. Westport, CT 06880

Savor, sip, and support at Taste of Westport 2025, the ultimate culinary event set against the stunning Inn at Longshore. Enjoy exclusive dishes, signature cocktails, music, and a silent auction—all benefiting CLASP Homes, supporting adults with Autism and intellectual disabilities for over 40 years. With 100% of proceeds funding their mission, every bite, sip, and dollar makes a difference. This is the only tasting event your calendar craves. Tickets go on sale April 14th.
6:00 - 9:30PM
Visit website for details.

Guided Tours

West Hartford and Hartford Grandeur: A Historic Homes Happy Hour Tour

Jun 7, 2025 - Jun 7, 2025 West Hartford West Hartford, CT

June 7, 2025 | 1:00 p.m. | 1 hour (approx.) Step inside historic homes and see and learn about many more as we tour Prospect Avenue! A broad street of grand homes, the east side lies within the Hartford city limits, across the street is West Hartford—in the late 19th century and into the 20th, the well-to-do built their fashionable homes on both sides. Situated along a high ridge, it was named for the panoramic view of the city and Connecticut River that could be enjoyed from the avenue. Today, Prospect Avenue remains graced with these historic homes, reflecting the prosperity of Hartford’s Gilded Age. Join us for this unique experience to see historic homes, inside and out, and immerse yourself in culture and history. Offered one time only! Space is limited. This is a guided walking “happy hour” tour, no libations but a lot of fun packed into 60 minutes! We will meet near Prospect Avenue, location details coming soon.
1:00PM
$40 Adults $25 Students
212-683-2027

Juneteenth

Amistad Center's 34th Juneteenth Gala - People Get Ready!

Jun 7, 2025 - Jun 7, 2025 600 Main Street Hartford, CT 06103

The Amistad Center’s 34th Annual Juneteenth Gala is a powerful evening of celebration, culture, and community. Held at the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art, this signature event features live music, curated dining experiences, a spirited awards presentation, exclusive auction items, and dancing under the stars. The 2025 theme, People Get Ready!, honors the legacy of Juneteenth while calling us to action in support of inclusive, impactful arts and education programs that amplify the voices of the African diaspora. Join us for a night of elegance, empowerment, and purpose.
7-11 PM
250
860-838-4122

Juneteenth Community Celebration! All welcome!

Jun 19, 2025 - Jun 19, 2025 13 Oenoke Ridge New Canaan, CT 06840

S.T.A.R presents its wildly popular, 4th annual, family-friendly Juneteenth Community Celebration on the lawn of the New Canaan Museum & Historical Society that features a local live band, local Caribbean food trucks, arts & crafts, games and more! Free and open to all so bring your lawn chairs and join us for a fun afternoon - regristration requested on link supplied here so we have enough supplies, but walk ins are welcome! Ample parking next door at St. Marks Church.
3:00PM - 7:00PM
Free to attend
203-247-3952

Museums

Cheers to 100 Years @ Connecticut's Glebe House Museum

Jun 27, 2025 - Jun 27, 2025 Aria - 45 Murphy Road Prospect, CT 06712

The centerpiece of the centennial celebration—a glamorous Great Gatsby-themed gala on Friday, June 27 at 6 p.m. at Aria in Prospect. Enjoy an evening of live music, gourmet food and drinks, signature cocktails, and thrilling silent and live auctions. It’s the perfect excuse to dress your best and raise a glass to a century of history, story telling, preservation, and Connecticut spirit. Tickets to this gala event, Cheers to 100 Years are now available online at www.glebehousemuseum.org Built around 1750 and lovingly restored in 1923 under the vision of Henry Watson Kent—the mastermind behind the American Wing of the Metropolitan Museum of Art—the Glebe House stands as a living tribute to colonial heritage. Every dollar spent at the Attic Sale goes directly to supporting its restoration and educational programs, including the stunning Gertrude Jekyll Garden.
6 p.m.
$150
203-263-2855

Music

Summer Concert Rhythm City - Cromwell, CT

Jun 18, 2025 - Jun 19, 2025 1 River Road Cromwell, CT 06416

Rhythm City is starting off Cromwell Recreations summer concert series June 18th. Join us at Riverport Park at 1 River Road, Cromwell, CT. Bring a chair and enjoy a wide variety of music from R&B, Disco, Rock, Motown, and top 40 hits!
6:30pm
Free
860-632-3467

Music in the Park! - Manchester, CT

Jun 25, 2025 - Jun 25, 2025 1329 Middle Turnpike West Manchester, CT 06040

Mass-Conn Fusion joins us for the third year in a row! Mass-Conn Fusion covers rock classics ranging from the 60s, 70's 80s up to present day!! No need to rush home as Hops44 and Thomas Smokey BBQ Food Trucks will be here to provide your food and refreshments!!
6:00pm
$7 vehicle entry fee
860-528-0856

Outdoor Activities

8th Annual Dragon Boat Regatta

Jun 7, 2025 - Jun 7, 2025 475 Long Wharf Drive New Haven, CT 06511

Enjoy a day of heart-pounding races, lively music, delicious food, and unbeatable camaraderie! Cheer on teams of paddlers as they race across the water in beautifully adorned dragon boats, all while enjoying a festive atmosphere with family and friends. Event Highlights Fast Paced Action - 200-250 meter races lasting just 1-2 minutes - teams race 3 times Team Spirit Awards - Best Song, Best Campsite, Best Drummer Costume Community Celebration - Music, food trucks, racing and more Support a Cause - All proceeds benefit Canal Dock’s community boating programs
7:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Spectator - free, Individual - $125, Team - $2000

Science & Nature

Oxford CT Nature and Arts Festival - Oxford, CT

Jun 8, 2025 - Jun 8, 2025 471 Oxford Road Oxford, CT 06478

A nature and arts festival along the main road in Oxford, route 67, Oxford, Rd. Artists will be lined up along the new Oxford Walkway along with other vendors within Little River Nature Preserve. Nature themed activities will be taking place up to 3:00PM.
9:00AM
Free