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SUMMARY:Green & Golden Street Block Party & Chalk Competition
DESCRIPTION:Green & Golden Street Block Party & Chalk Competition in downtown New London on Saturday\, August 1\, from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m.\, transforming Green and Golden Streets into a vibrant celebration of art\, music\, creativity\, and community. Hosted in the heart of the New London Cultural District\, the free event brings together local artists\, musicians\, makers\, performers\, businesses\, and nonprofits for an afternoon that highlights the city’s growing reputation as one of Connecticut’s most creative destinations. \nThroughout the afternoon\, visitors can explore a bustling Creative Village filled with local vendors\, interactive demonstrations\, hands-on workshops\, and family-friendly activities. The event encourages guests to become part of the experience with free maker stations\, face painting\, collaborative painting projects\, and a community mural led by New London Community Boatworks. Artists and makers from across the region will showcase their talents while local galleries and creative businesses open their doors to welcome visitors into the neighborhood. \nMusic fills the streets all day with DJ Ben Jammin providing the soundtrack on Green Street while live performances take place on Golden Street beginning at 1:00 p.m. The celebration also features a Chalk Art Competition with cash prizes\, an opening reception at The Annex\, interactive demonstrations by Spark Makerspace\, free popsicles\, and activities designed for all ages\, making it one of downtown New London’s largest community arts celebrations of the summer. \nAlso Happening Nearby: First Saturday Market\nJust steps away at Parade Plaza\, the New London Cultural District’s monthly First Saturday Market runs from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m.\, featuring local artists\, artisan vendors\, handcrafted goods\, and additional live music from Hugh Bird Band\, Ben & Nancy of The Rivergods\, and Former Friend. It’s an easy walk from the block party and a great way to extend your afternoon in downtown New London. \nEvent Details\nEvent: Green & Golden Street Block Party \nDate: Saturday\, August 1\, 2026 \nTime: 2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.\n(Music begins at 1:00 p.m.) \nLocation: Green & Golden Streets\nNew London Cultural District\nNew London\, CT \nAdmission: Free \nLive Music & Entertainment\nGreen Street \n\nDJ Ben Jammin\n\nGolden Street Performance Schedule \n\n1:00 p.m. – Gary Melanson\n2:00 p.m. – Charlie Reyburn\n3:00 p.m. – Kyle Fleming\n4:00 p.m. – Ken McManus\n5:00 p.m. – Soul Spectacle\n6:00 p.m. – Triple Threat\n\nArtists\, Activities & Attractions\n\nChalk Art Competition with cash prizes\nCreative Village featuring local artists and makers\nArt opening at The Annex featuring Look Closer by Ebbe Dahlor\nKatie Fogg featuring New London paintings\, fine art prints\, face painting\, and a collaborative live painting station\nSpark Makerspace interactive demonstrations including block printing\, leather working\, loom weaving\, and a large-format film camera demonstration\nNew London Community Boatworks community mural project\nHula hoop lessons with Justine Nicole Entertainment\nFan Flow lessons with Emery of Texture Jester\nWayward Witches performance (approximately 4:30 p.m.)\nDIY craft tables\nFace painting\nCommunity collaborative painting mural\nFree popsicles while supplies last\n\nParticipating Businesses & Organizations\n\nThe Annex\nKatie Fogg\nThe Union Room\nDutch Tavern\nSunny Sips\nThe Grove\nYo Barre\nRapid Lock & Ethix Merch\nRed Square\nSpark Makerspace\nNew London Community Boatworks\nNew London Arts Council\n\n\n 
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LOCATION:Green & Golden Streets\, Green & Golden Streets\, New London\, CT\, 06320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Green & Golden Streets NL
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