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SUMMARY:Meet the Fleet
DESCRIPTION:Meet the Fleet celebrates Stonington’s working waterfront by giving visitors the chance to meet the fishermen and vessels that have helped define the borough’s maritime heritage for generations. Held on Saturday\, July 25\, at the Stonington Borough Town Dock\, the event is part of the community’s annual Blessing of the Fleet weekend and offers an afternoon dedicated to the people\, traditions\, and industries that continue to shape one of Connecticut’s busiest commercial fishing ports. \nThroughout the afternoon\, guests can stroll the waterfront\, explore commercial fishing vessels\, and learn more about the equipment and techniques used by the local fleet. Interactive exhibits\, family-friendly activities\, and demonstrations provide opportunities to learn about the fishing industry while celebrating the community that supports it. \nLive music and a raw bar begin at 2 p.m.\, adding to the festive waterfront atmosphere. As the afternoon concludes\, the celebration continues just a short walk away at the Portuguese Holy Ghost Society with food and live music\, extending the festivities into the evening. \nEvent Details\n\nDate: Saturday\, July 25\nTime: Noon-4:00 p.m.\nLocation: Stonington Borough Town Dock\nAdmission: Not specified\nRain or Shine\n\nMeet the Fleet Highlights\nVisitors can en \nFood & Entertainment\nNoon-4:00 p.m.\n\nMeet the Fleet activities\n\n2:00-4:00 p.m.\n\nRaw bar featuring Behan Family Farm oysters\nLive music by Soul Shot\n\nContinue the Celebration\nFollowing Meet the Fleet\, visitors can continue the festivities at: \nPortuguese Holy Ghost Society\n\nTime: 4:00-8:00 p.m.\nAddress: 26 Main Street\, Stonington\nFood\nLive music\n\nPart of Blessing of the Fleet Weekend\nMeet the Fleet is one of three events that make up Stonington’s annual Blessing of the Fleet celebration. \nWeekend events include: \n\nThursday: Blessing of the Fleet 5K Road Race & 2-Mile Walk\nSaturday: Meet the Fleet\nSunday: Blessing of the Fleet
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/meet-the-fleet/
LOCATION:Stonington Town Docks & Memorial\, 1 High Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Stonington Town Docks & Memorial
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SUMMARY:Whaling Coast Highland Games
DESCRIPTION:Whaling Coast Highland Games makes its debut on Saturday\, July 25\, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the North Stonington Fairgrounds\, bringing a full day of Scottish athletics\, Celtic traditions\, and family-friendly entertainment to southeastern Connecticut. The inaugural event features all nine traditional Scottish heavy athletic competitions\, including the crowd-favorite caber toss\, hammer throw\, and Braemar stone throw\, with athletes traveling from across New England to compete. \nBeyond the athletic competitions\, visitors can experience a hands-on stonelifting clinic presented by New England Stonelifting\, watch local teams battle in a spirited Tug of War Tournament\, and enjoy food from a variety of local food trucks throughout the day. Opening ceremonies begin at 9:00 a.m.\, setting the stage for a celebration of Scottish heritage\, friendly competition\, and community pride. The event blends centuries-old Highland traditions with the maritime character of Connecticut’s Whaling Coast\, creating a unique festival for all ages. \nProceeds from the Whaling Coast Highland Games benefit Goat’s Charity Athletic Club Inc.\, helping provide mental health benefits and support services for the nation’s veterans. Whether you’re a fan of Scottish culture\, strength sports\, or simply looking for a unique summer outing\, the inaugural Whaling Coast Highland Games promises an unforgettable day where Celtic strength meets the seafaring spirit of southeastern Connecticut. \nEvent Details\nEvent: Whaling Coast Highland Games \nDate: Saturday\, July 25\, 2026 \nTime: 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. \nLocation: North Stonington Fairgrounds\nWyassup Road\nNorth Stonington\, CT \nAdmission: $15 per person (at the gate) \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/whaling-coast-highland-games/
LOCATION:North Stonington Fairgrounds\, 21 Wyassup Road\, North Stonington\, 06359\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Stonington Fairgrounds
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SUMMARY:Celebrate East Lyme
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate East Lyme returns to Niantic on Saturday\, July 18\, transforming nearly a mile of Main Street and Pennsylvania Avenue into one of southeastern Connecticut’s largest summer festivals. Running from 1 to 10 p.m.\, this free\, family-friendly celebration features more than 160 vendors\, carnival rides\, live music\, food\, community organizations\, children’s activities\, and a spectacular fireworks display over Niantic Bay to close out the evening. \nDrawing an estimated 50\,000 visitors each year\, Celebrate East Lyme showcases the businesses\, artisans\, nonprofits\, and performers that make the shoreline community unique. Festivalgoers can browse vendor booths\, sample local food\, enjoy live entertainment across multiple stages\, visit the children’s activity area\, and experience favorite traditions including the sandcastle competition and St. John’s Summer Carnival. The evening concludes with one of the region’s premier fireworks displays\, sponsored by Dominion Energy – Millstone Power Station. \nWhether you’re spending the day shopping\, enjoying live music\, cheering on young entrepreneurs\, or watching fireworks along the shoreline\, Celebrate East Lyme offers something for every age and has become one of the signature events of the Connecticut summer. \nEvent Details\n\nEvent: Celebrate East Lyme\nDate: Saturday\, July 18\, 2026\nTime: 1:00-10:00 p.m.\nLocation: Main Street and Pennsylvania Avenue\, Niantic\, CT\nAdmission: Free\nRain or Shine\n\nLive Music\nLighthouse School Lot Stage\n\n1:30-2:30 p.m. – Four Mile River\n3:00-6:00 p.m. – Felix Brown Band\n6:30-8:00 p.m. – The Second Chance\n\nMcCook’s Bandshell\n\n7:00-9:00 p.m. – Wooden Horse\n\nFestival Highlights\n\nMore than 160 vendors\nCarnival rides\nLocal artisans and businesses\nFood vendors and festival favorites\nCommunity organizations\nFamily-friendly activities\nChildren’s Area with inflatables\, face painting\, caricatures\, and hands-on activities\nKids Market featuring young entrepreneurs at Scheer Park (3:00-6:00 p.m.)\nSandcastle Competition at Hole in the Wall Beach\nSt. John’s Summer Carnival\nMultiple entertainment stages throughout downtown\n\nFireworks\nThe celebration concludes with a spectacular fireworks display over Niantic Bay beginning shortly after 9:00 p.m. The show is sponsored by Dominion Energy – Millstone Power Station and designed by East Lyme’s own Tom Quinn. \nWhy Attend\n\nOne of southeastern Connecticut’s largest summer festivals\nMore than 160 vendors\nLive music throughout the day\nFamily activities for all ages\nFood\, shopping\, and entertainment\nSpectacular fireworks over Niantic Bay\n\nMore Information\nAdditional event information is available by clicking the Event Website link at the bottom of this page. \n  \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/celebrate-east-lyme/
LOCATION:Niantic Main Street\, Main Street and Pennsylvania Avenue\, Niantic\, 06357\, United States
CATEGORIES:Niantic Main Street
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SUMMARY:Celebrate New London
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate New London returns Saturday\, July 11\, transforming downtown New London into a full-day waterfront festival filled with live music\, food\, art\, dancing\, shopping\, and the largest fireworks display in Connecticut. With free admission and events spread throughout downtown and along the Thames River waterfront\, the festival has quickly become one of the signature summer celebrations in SE Connecticut. Residents and visitors alike gather throughout the city for a day that blends community pride\, nightlife energy\, local creativity\, and shoreline festival atmosphere into one massive downtown event. \nCelebrate New London takes a broader approach than a traditional summer festival\, highlighting not only entertainment and food but also the local artists\, entrepreneurs\, restaurants\, musicians\, and businesses that continue shaping New London’s identity as a cultural hub along the Connecticut shoreline. Mayor Michael Passero described the city as “the region’s center for culture\,” pointing to its authentic restaurants\, diverse arts scene\, live music\, and historic attractions as core pieces of the celebration. Throughout downtown\, visitors can explore local shops\, galleries\, food vendors\, outdoor stages\, interactive exhibits\, and the Creative Village featuring locally made products and live art experiences. \nLive music will take place across multiple outdoor stages and venues\, including performances at Parade Plaza and Custom House Pier at Waterfront Park\, featuring local and emerging artists throughout the day and evening. The festival also includes Salsa Night at Parade Plaza\, waterfront vendor markets\, food trucks\, restaurants\, and gathering spaces spread throughout downtown New London\, giving the entire city the atmosphere of a large-scale summer street festival along the waterfront. \nThe night culminates with the Mashantucket Pequot Fireworks Extravaganza at 9:15 p.m. along the Thames River. Widely promoted as the largest fireworks show in Connecticut\, the display recently added synchronized music broadcast through Big 100.9 FM\, creating an immersive finale that has become one of the defining summer events in the region. Crowds typically gather throughout downtown and along the waterfront well before sunset as the city transitions from daytime festival atmosphere into one of the biggest fireworks celebrations of the summer season. \nCelebrate New London continues to grow as both a community celebration and a regional destination event\, drawing visitors from across SE Connecticut\, Rhode Island\, and beyond for a full day centered around music\, food\, creativity\, nightlife\, and the energy of downtown New London in midsummer. From waterfront views and local restaurants to fireworks over the Thames River\, the festival captures the atmosphere of a shoreline city fully leaning into summer. \nEvent Details\nDate: Saturday\, July 11\, 2026 \nTime: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. \nLocation: Downtown New London & Waterfront \nAdmission: Free \nFestival Highlights\n\nLargest fireworks display in Connecticut\nFireworks begin at 9:15 p.m.\nLive music throughout downtown\nMultiple outdoor stages\nCreative Village featuring local artists and makers\nFood trucks and local restaurants\nWaterfront vendor market\nSalsa Night at Parade Plaza\nFamily-friendly activities\nShopping at downtown businesses\nWaterfront festival atmosphere\n\nFireworks\nMashantucket Pequot Fireworks Extravaganza \nTime: 9:15 p.m. \nLocation: Thames River Waterfront \nBonus: Fireworks synchronized to music on Big 100.9 FM \nLive Entertainment\n\nLive music throughout the day\nPerformances at Parade Plaza\nPerformances at Custom House Pier\nLocal and regional musicians\nSalsa Night at Parade Plaza\n\nExplore Downtown\nVisitors can enjoy: \n\nLocal restaurants\nArt galleries\nBoutique shopping\nCreative Village\nWaterfront walks\nLocal food vendors\nCommunity organizations\n\nWhy Attend\n\nSee Connecticut’s largest fireworks display\nCelebrate along the Thames River waterfront\nEnjoy a full day of live entertainment\nDiscover local artists and businesses\nExperience one of southeastern Connecticut’s signature summer festivals\n\n\nGetting Around During Celebrate New London\nThames River Heritage Park Water Taxi\nSkip the traffic and explore both sides of the Thames River with the Thames River Heritage Park Water Taxi. During Celebrate New London\, the service will operate on a special 30-minute loop between City Pier in New London and Thames River Landing in Groton from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. \nYour ticket serves as an unlimited pass for the day\, allowing you to hop on and off to visit restaurants\, shops\, museums\, parks\, and festival activities on both sides of the river. \nSpecial Celebrate New London Pricing: \n\nAdults (18+): $5 off regular admission\nChildren (4-17): $5 with the purchase of an adult ticket\nChildren 3 and under: Free\n\nTickets may be purchased online or when boarding. Cash and credit cards are accepted. \nAdjusted Water Taxi Schedule: \n\nDeparts City Pier (New London): Every hour and :30 past the hour\nDeparts Thames River Landing (Groton): :15 and :45 past the hour\n\nTickets: https://www.thamesriverheritagepark.org/water-taxi/ \nHistoric Boat Tours\nThe Thames River Heritage Park also offers narrated 75-minute boat tours throughout the day. Children ages 4-17 ride for $5 with a paid adult\, while children 3 and under ride free. \nSaturday\, July 11 \n\n11:30 a.m. – In Our Nation’s Defense: Military Stories on the Thames River (Departs Submarine Force Museum\, Groton)\n3:00 p.m. – In Our Nation’s Defense: Military Stories on the Thames River (Departs Submarine Force Museum\, Groton)\n8:20 p.m. & 8:30 p.m. – Celebrate New London Fireworks Cruise (Departs Fort Trumbull State Park)\n\nAdvance ticket purchases are recommended. \nRide & Save\nSave your ticket receipt! Visitors who ride the Water Taxi or Historic Boat Tours can receive discounts at more than 15 participating restaurants\, shops\, and businesses in New London and Groton by showing their same-day ticket receipt. \nTraffic Advisory\nSeveral downtown streets will be closed during Celebrate New London. \n\nState Street (between Eugene O’Neill Drive and Bank Street) closes at 10 a.m.\nThe one-way section of Bank Street will remain closed until 11 p.m.\n\nVisitors heading to the ferry terminal or train station should use Eugene O’Neill Drive and turn left onto Atlantic Street\, where officers will direct traffic. \nVisitor Information\nPublic Restrooms \n\nParade Plaza\nCustom House Pier\n\nMedical Station \n\nCustom House Pier\n\nAccessible Parking\nAccessible parking is available in the uncovered lot next to the Water Street Parking Garage. After 1:45 p.m.\, Atlantic Street will be the only access route to the lot. Visitors using SEAT Bus service should contact the transit agency for alternate downtown pickup and drop-off locations during the festival. \n  \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/celebrate-new-london/
LOCATION:New London Waterfront\, 5 Water Street\, New London\, 06320\, United States
CATEGORIES:New London Waterfront
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Saybrook
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Saybrook transforms downtown Old Saybrook into a community-wide street party on Sunday\, June 28\, featuring live music\, food vendors\, shopping\, family activities\, entertainment\, local businesses\, and an America 250 Drone Show over the Connecticut River. Main Street comes alive with artisan vendors\, local restaurants\, breweries\, community organizations\, children’s activities\, and live performances spread throughout the downtown district. \nVisitors can spend the afternoon browsing local makers and merchants\, enjoying food and drinks from some of the shoreline’s favorite businesses\, and taking part in family-friendly activities throughout the event. The celebration includes a Family Fun Zone\, Mist Zone\, magic performances\, juggling acts\, stilt walkers\, live music on two stages\, and dozens of local vendors and organizations. \nEntertainment Schedule\n4:00 PM – 5:45 PM\nThe Potentials\nNorth Stage\, 75 Main Street \n4:00 PM – 5:45 PM\nBranded\nMain Stage\, 201 Main Street \n4:30 PM – 8:30 PM\nThe Amazing Andy\nMagic\, juggling\, and balloon animals \n5:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nStilt Walker Performances \n5:30 PM – 6:00 PM\nJason Tardy\nJuggling Performance\n132 Main Street \n6:15 PM – 8:15 PM\nJeremy Haddad\nNorth Stage\, 75 Main Street \n6:15 PM – 8:15 PM\nJamie’s Junk Show\nMain Stage\, 201 Main Street \n7:00 PM – 7:30 PM\nJason Tardy\nJuggling Performance\n132 Main Street \n9:00 PM – 9:15 PM\nAmerica 250 Drone Show \nFamily Fun Zone Activities\n\nActon Library\nNew England Rendokan\nJoAnn Tattoo & Face Painting\nPark & Recreation\nThe Game Vault\nNational Guard\nAction Sports\nDJ Crazy Chris\nMist Zone\nWater Wagon\n\nFood & Drink Highlights\nVisitors will find food and beverages throughout the festival including: \n\nCousins Lobster\nFox Farm Brewery\nRule of 3 Brewing\nCoastline Brewing Co.\nYankee Cider Co.\nJohnny Ad’s\nK&D Grill\nLittle Pub\nNori\nHot Chix Chicken\nLucky Dog Hot Dog\nColossal Kielbasa\nKeith’s Ice Cream\nRita’s Italian Ice\nVecchitto’s Italian Ice\nPoppa Lou’s Lemonade Co.\nRolling Smokehouse\nFire in the Kitchen\nGaga Granola\nNutmeg Concessions\nBongo Ron’s Cigars & Lounge\nFifth Street Distillery\n\nShopping & Vendors\nThe event features dozens of local artisans\, makers\, nonprofits\, businesses\, and community organizations offering handmade goods\, jewelry\, artwork\, home décor\, specialty foods\, gifts\, wellness products\, and more throughout downtown Old Saybrook. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/celebrate-saybrook/
LOCATION:Downtown Old Saybrook\, Main Street\, Old Saybrook\, 06475\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown Old Saybrook
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SUMMARY:2026 Boriken Festival of Eastern Connecticut
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Boriken Festival of Eastern Connecticut returns to New London on Saturday\, June 27\, bringing a night of Puerto Rican culture\, music\, food\, and community celebration to Ocean Beach Park. As the first Puerto Rican festival of the summer season in Connecticut\, the event kicks off a series of cultural celebrations across the state while highlighting the traditions\, heritage\, and contributions of Puerto Rican communities throughout the region. \nHeld at one of southeastern Connecticut’s most recognizable waterfront destinations\, the festival combines live entertainment\, food vendors\, local businesses\, family activities\, and beachside fun in a setting that reflects the spirit and energy of Puerto Rican culture. Visitors can enjoy authentic cuisine\, browse vendor booths\, connect with community organizations\, and experience performances throughout the day while taking advantage of everything Ocean Beach Park has to offer. \nWhether you’re attending to celebrate your heritage\, enjoy live music and food\, or simply spend a summer day by the water\, the Boriken Festival offers an opportunity to experience one of the area’s most vibrant cultural events. With entertainment\, activities\, and attractions for all ages\, it serves as both a community gathering and a celebration of Puerto Rican pride on Connecticut’s shoreline. \nFestival Highlights\n\nLive Music\nFood Trucks\nCultural Vendors\nBeach Access\nAmusement Rides\nMini Golf\nFamily Activities\nCommunity Organizations\n\nEvent Details\nDate: Saturday\, June 27\, 2026\nTime: 5:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.\nLocation: Ocean Beach Park\nAddress: 98 Neptune Avenue\, New London\, CT 06320 \n• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • \nFestival Boriken del Este de Connecticut 2026\nEl Festival Boriken del Este de Connecticut 2026 regresa a New London el sábado 27 de junio con una celebración llena de cultura\, música\, gastronomía y orgullo puertorriqueño en Ocean Beach Park. Como el primer festival puertorriqueño de la temporada de verano en Connecticut\, este evento da inicio a una serie de celebraciones culturales en todo el estado mientras destaca las tradiciones\, la historia y las contribuciones de la comunidad puertorriqueña en la región. \nCelebrado en uno de los destinos costeros más emblemáticos del sureste de Connecticut\, el festival reúne entretenimiento en vivo\, vendedores locales\, deliciosa comida\, organizaciones comunitarias y actividades para toda la familia en un ambiente lleno de energía y tradición. Los asistentes podrán disfrutar de auténtica gastronomía puertorriqueña\, recorrer exhibiciones de comerciantes y artesanos\, conectar con organizaciones locales y vivir una experiencia cultural única junto al mar. \nYa sea que asistas para celebrar tus raíces\, disfrutar de la música y la comida o simplemente pasar un día de verano frente a la playa\, el Festival Boriken ofrece una oportunidad especial para reunirse con la comunidad y celebrar la riqueza de la cultura puertorriqueña. Con actividades y entretenimiento para todas las edades\, el evento promete ser una de las celebraciones culturales más vibrantes del verano en Connecticut. \nLo Más Destacado del Festival\n\nMúsica en Vivo\nCamiones de Comida\nVendedores y Artesanos\nAcceso a la Playa\nAtracciones y Juegos Mecánicos\nMini Golf\nActividades Familiares\nOrganizaciones Comunitarias\n\nDetalles del Evento\nFecha: Sábado\, 27 de junio de 2026 5:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.\nLugar: Ocean Beach Park\nDirección: 98 Neptune Avenue\, New London\, CT 06320 \n  \n\n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/2026-boriken-festival-of-eastern-connecticut/
LOCATION:Ocean Beach Park\, 98 Neptune Avenue\, New London\, CT\, 06320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ocean Beach Park
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SUMMARY:Rose Arts Festival of Norwich
DESCRIPTION:[Various locations across Norwich. Go to the event site for locations. Click Event Website link at the bottom of the page] \nRose Arts Festival of Norwich returns June 25 through 27\, bringing three days of live music\, art\, food trucks\, local vendors\, and downtown energy to Norwich. What began as a community arts celebration has grown into one of the region’s signature summer festivals\, filling city streets\, bars\, breweries\, and outdoor spaces with performances and crowds all weekend long. From daytime concerts on Chelsea Parade to late-night sets echoing through downtown venues\, the festival creates the kind of atmosphere that turns Norwich into a full-on summer destination. \nRose Arts Festival of Norwich mixes big-stage performances with a strong local and regional creative spirit. Visitors can browse Vendor Village for handcrafted art\, jewelry\, textiles\, and one-of-a-kind goods while food trucks and local vendors keep the festival grounds packed with everything from comfort food favorites to international flavors. The event also continues its Budding Artist Exhibit & Competition\, created in honor of beloved Norwich teacher Sara St. George Davis. Open to artists of all ages\, the exhibit has become one of the festival’s most meaningful traditions\, celebrating young creativity while connecting the arts directly back to the local community. \nMusic drives the heartbeat of the weekend\, especially once the sun starts going down and downtown Norwich fills with festival crowds moving from stage to stage. Saturday’s main stage lineup on Chelsea Parade features nationally touring jam\, indie\, and alternative acts including Mihali\, Neighbor\, Melt\, Oh He Dead\, The Wolff Sisters\, and Lazy Trail. After dark\, the city keeps going with performances spread across downtown venues including Strange Brew\, Harp & Dragon\, Billy Wilson’s\, These Guys Brewing\, and Reliance Health Gallery. The result is part music festival\, part citywide block party\, with live sound pouring out of venues well into the night. \nFriday\, June 26 – Downtown Norwich\nBilly Wilson’s Stage @ Billy Wilson’s\n6:00 PM – Susan Jensen\n6:30 PM – Natalie Paige\n7:05 PM – Roy Dunn McLean\n7:45 PM – Sue Menhart\n8:30 PM – Frank Critelli \nThese Guys Stage @ These Guys Brewing\n6:00 PM – Ashley Hamel\n7:00 PM – Big Lux \nReliance Health Stage @ Reliance Health Gallery\n6:00 PM – Mighty Seamus\n6:30 PM – Sunnie Redwing\n7:00 PM – Static & Rust \nHarp & Dragon Stage @ Harp & Dragon\n6:30 PM – Jesse Desorcy & Co.\n7:45 PM – Fimone\n9:00 PM – Ward Hayden & The Outliers \nStrange Brew Stage @ Strange Brew\n7:00 PM – The Gleeful Conspiracy\n8:00 PM – Drop Party\n9:30 PM – Bermuda Search Party \n\nSaturday\, June 27 – Main Stage at Chelsea Parade\n11:00 AM – Lazy Trail\n12:00 PM – The Wolff Sisters\n1:30 PM – Oh He Dead\n3:00 PM – Melt\n4:50 PM – Neighbor\n6:45 PM – Mihali \n\nSaturday Night\, June 27 – Downtown Norwich\nThese Guys Stage @ These Guys Brewing (Marina)\n8:00 PM – Jeremy Haddad \nHarp & Dragon Stage @ Harp & Dragon\n8:00 PM – The Pretty Graves\n9:00 PM – Slyne & The Family Stoned\n10:00 PM – Nova One \nBilly Wilson’s Stage @ Billy Wilson’s\n8:00 PM – Charlotte Roth\n8:40 PM – Ponybird\n9:30 PM – Tyler Fauxbel \nStrange Brew Stage @ Strange Brew\n8:00 PM – Matt Kampe & The Hub\n9:30 PM – Coyote Island\n11:00 PM – Night Zero (featuring members of Mihali & Neighbor) \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/rose-arts-festival-of-norwich/2026-06-27/
CATEGORIES:Downtown Norwich
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SUMMARY:Rose Arts Festival of Norwich
DESCRIPTION:[Various locations across Norwich. Go to the event site for locations. Click Event Website link at the bottom of the page] \nRose Arts Festival of Norwich returns June 25 through 27\, bringing three days of live music\, art\, food trucks\, local vendors\, and downtown energy to Norwich. What began as a community arts celebration has grown into one of the region’s signature summer festivals\, filling city streets\, bars\, breweries\, and outdoor spaces with performances and crowds all weekend long. From daytime concerts on Chelsea Parade to late-night sets echoing through downtown venues\, the festival creates the kind of atmosphere that turns Norwich into a full-on summer destination. \nRose Arts Festival of Norwich mixes big-stage performances with a strong local and regional creative spirit. Visitors can browse Vendor Village for handcrafted art\, jewelry\, textiles\, and one-of-a-kind goods while food trucks and local vendors keep the festival grounds packed with everything from comfort food favorites to international flavors. The event also continues its Budding Artist Exhibit & Competition\, created in honor of beloved Norwich teacher Sara St. George Davis. Open to artists of all ages\, the exhibit has become one of the festival’s most meaningful traditions\, celebrating young creativity while connecting the arts directly back to the local community. \nMusic drives the heartbeat of the weekend\, especially once the sun starts going down and downtown Norwich fills with festival crowds moving from stage to stage. Saturday’s main stage lineup on Chelsea Parade features nationally touring jam\, indie\, and alternative acts including Mihali\, Neighbor\, Melt\, Oh He Dead\, The Wolff Sisters\, and Lazy Trail. After dark\, the city keeps going with performances spread across downtown venues including Strange Brew\, Harp & Dragon\, Billy Wilson’s\, These Guys Brewing\, and Reliance Health Gallery. The result is part music festival\, part citywide block party\, with live sound pouring out of venues well into the night. \nFriday\, June 26 – Downtown Norwich\nBilly Wilson’s Stage @ Billy Wilson’s\n6:00 PM – Susan Jensen\n6:30 PM – Natalie Paige\n7:05 PM – Roy Dunn McLean\n7:45 PM – Sue Menhart\n8:30 PM – Frank Critelli \nThese Guys Stage @ These Guys Brewing\n6:00 PM – Ashley Hamel\n7:00 PM – Big Lux \nReliance Health Stage @ Reliance Health Gallery\n6:00 PM – Mighty Seamus\n6:30 PM – Sunnie Redwing\n7:00 PM – Static & Rust \nHarp & Dragon Stage @ Harp & Dragon\n6:30 PM – Jesse Desorcy & Co.\n7:45 PM – Fimone\n9:00 PM – Ward Hayden & The Outliers \nStrange Brew Stage @ Strange Brew\n7:00 PM – The Gleeful Conspiracy\n8:00 PM – Drop Party\n9:30 PM – Bermuda Search Party \n\nSaturday\, June 27 – Main Stage at Chelsea Parade\n11:00 AM – Lazy Trail\n12:00 PM – The Wolff Sisters\n1:30 PM – Oh He Dead\n3:00 PM – Melt\n4:50 PM – Neighbor\n6:45 PM – Mihali \n\nSaturday Night\, June 27 – Downtown Norwich\nThese Guys Stage @ These Guys Brewing (Marina)\n8:00 PM – Jeremy Haddad \nHarp & Dragon Stage @ Harp & Dragon\n8:00 PM – The Pretty Graves\n9:00 PM – Slyne & The Family Stoned\n10:00 PM – Nova One \nBilly Wilson’s Stage @ Billy Wilson’s\n8:00 PM – Charlotte Roth\n8:40 PM – Ponybird\n9:30 PM – Tyler Fauxbel \nStrange Brew Stage @ Strange Brew\n8:00 PM – Matt Kampe & The Hub\n9:30 PM – Coyote Island\n11:00 PM – Night Zero (featuring members of Mihali & Neighbor) \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/rose-arts-festival-of-norwich/2026-06-26/
CATEGORIES:Downtown Norwich
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SUMMARY:Rose Arts Festival of Norwich
DESCRIPTION:[Various locations across Norwich. Go to the event site for locations. Click Event Website link at the bottom of the page] \nRose Arts Festival of Norwich returns June 25 through 27\, bringing three days of live music\, art\, food trucks\, local vendors\, and downtown energy to Norwich. What began as a community arts celebration has grown into one of the region’s signature summer festivals\, filling city streets\, bars\, breweries\, and outdoor spaces with performances and crowds all weekend long. From daytime concerts on Chelsea Parade to late-night sets echoing through downtown venues\, the festival creates the kind of atmosphere that turns Norwich into a full-on summer destination. \nRose Arts Festival of Norwich mixes big-stage performances with a strong local and regional creative spirit. Visitors can browse Vendor Village for handcrafted art\, jewelry\, textiles\, and one-of-a-kind goods while food trucks and local vendors keep the festival grounds packed with everything from comfort food favorites to international flavors. The event also continues its Budding Artist Exhibit & Competition\, created in honor of beloved Norwich teacher Sara St. George Davis. Open to artists of all ages\, the exhibit has become one of the festival’s most meaningful traditions\, celebrating young creativity while connecting the arts directly back to the local community. \nMusic drives the heartbeat of the weekend\, especially once the sun starts going down and downtown Norwich fills with festival crowds moving from stage to stage. Saturday’s main stage lineup on Chelsea Parade features nationally touring jam\, indie\, and alternative acts including Mihali\, Neighbor\, Melt\, Oh He Dead\, The Wolff Sisters\, and Lazy Trail. After dark\, the city keeps going with performances spread across downtown venues including Strange Brew\, Harp & Dragon\, Billy Wilson’s\, These Guys Brewing\, and Reliance Health Gallery. The result is part music festival\, part citywide block party\, with live sound pouring out of venues well into the night. \nFriday\, June 26 – Downtown Norwich\nBilly Wilson’s Stage @ Billy Wilson’s\n6:00 PM – Susan Jensen\n6:30 PM – Natalie Paige\n7:05 PM – Roy Dunn McLean\n7:45 PM – Sue Menhart\n8:30 PM – Frank Critelli \nThese Guys Stage @ These Guys Brewing\n6:00 PM – Ashley Hamel\n7:00 PM – Big Lux \nReliance Health Stage @ Reliance Health Gallery\n6:00 PM – Mighty Seamus\n6:30 PM – Sunnie Redwing\n7:00 PM – Static & Rust \nHarp & Dragon Stage @ Harp & Dragon\n6:30 PM – Jesse Desorcy & Co.\n7:45 PM – Fimone\n9:00 PM – Ward Hayden & The Outliers \nStrange Brew Stage @ Strange Brew\n7:00 PM – The Gleeful Conspiracy\n8:00 PM – Drop Party\n9:30 PM – Bermuda Search Party \n\nSaturday\, June 27 – Main Stage at Chelsea Parade\n11:00 AM – Lazy Trail\n12:00 PM – The Wolff Sisters\n1:30 PM – Oh He Dead\n3:00 PM – Melt\n4:50 PM – Neighbor\n6:45 PM – Mihali \n\nSaturday Night\, June 27 – Downtown Norwich\nThese Guys Stage @ These Guys Brewing (Marina)\n8:00 PM – Jeremy Haddad \nHarp & Dragon Stage @ Harp & Dragon\n8:00 PM – The Pretty Graves\n9:00 PM – Slyne & The Family Stoned\n10:00 PM – Nova One \nBilly Wilson’s Stage @ Billy Wilson’s\n8:00 PM – Charlotte Roth\n8:40 PM – Ponybird\n9:30 PM – Tyler Fauxbel \nStrange Brew Stage @ Strange Brew\n8:00 PM – Matt Kampe & The Hub\n9:30 PM – Coyote Island\n11:00 PM – Night Zero (featuring members of Mihali & Neighbor) \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/rose-arts-festival-of-norwich/2026-06-25/
CATEGORIES:Downtown Norwich
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SUMMARY:Sunday Funday in Downtown Westerly
DESCRIPTION:Sunday Funday in Downtown Westerly transforms High Street into a walkable outdoor festival filled with shopping\, dining\, cocktails\, lawn games\, and family activities as the heart of Westerly shifts into full summer mode. Hosted across several Sundays in June\, the event closes downtown streets to vehicle traffic and opens them instead to outdoor tables\, artist booths\, vendors\, mini golf\, and the kind of relaxed street-life atmosphere that coastal New England towns seem built for once warm weather arrives. Restaurants and local businesses spill out onto the sidewalks and street itself\, creating an experience that feels part block party\, part shopping district\, and part outdoor dining scene. \nThe appeal of Sunday Funday is less about any single attraction and more about the atmosphere created when downtown Westerly slows down and becomes fully pedestrian-focused for the afternoon. Visitors can wander between boutiques\, restaurants\, cocktail spots\, vendor booths\, and games without constantly navigating traffic\, making the area feel unusually open and social. Families can stop by the kids’ Creation Station running from 1 to 5 p.m.\, while others may spend the afternoon moving casually between lunch\, drinks\, shopping\, and outdoor entertainment as live performances take shape throughout the day. \nSunday Funday in Downtown Westerly takes place June 7\, 14\, and 21 from noon to 6 p.m. along High Street in downtown Westerly and is free to attend. Organizers encourage visitors to support local businesses as restaurants\, shops\, and vendors bring their offerings directly into the street for the event. With outdoor dining\, mini golf\, lawn games\, and a full afternoon of pedestrian-friendly energy\, the series has become one of the shoreline’s more relaxed and community-focused summer traditions. \nRules and Suggestions:\n• Admission is free\n• High Street will be closed to automobile traffic during the event\n• The event includes outdoor dining\, shopping\, cocktails\, vendors\, and artist booths\n• A 9-hole mini golf course and lawn games will be available\n• The kids’ Creation Station runs from 1–5 p.m.\n• Sunday Funday takes place June 7\, 14\, and 21 \nSEO Description:
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/sunday-funday-in-downtown-westerly/2026-06-21/
LOCATION:Downtown Westerly RI\, 5 Hight Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown Westerly
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SUMMARY:Sunday Funday in Downtown Westerly
DESCRIPTION:Sunday Funday in Downtown Westerly transforms High Street into a walkable outdoor festival filled with shopping\, dining\, cocktails\, lawn games\, and family activities as the heart of Westerly shifts into full summer mode. Hosted across several Sundays in June\, the event closes downtown streets to vehicle traffic and opens them instead to outdoor tables\, artist booths\, vendors\, mini golf\, and the kind of relaxed street-life atmosphere that coastal New England towns seem built for once warm weather arrives. Restaurants and local businesses spill out onto the sidewalks and street itself\, creating an experience that feels part block party\, part shopping district\, and part outdoor dining scene. \nThe appeal of Sunday Funday is less about any single attraction and more about the atmosphere created when downtown Westerly slows down and becomes fully pedestrian-focused for the afternoon. Visitors can wander between boutiques\, restaurants\, cocktail spots\, vendor booths\, and games without constantly navigating traffic\, making the area feel unusually open and social. Families can stop by the kids’ Creation Station running from 1 to 5 p.m.\, while others may spend the afternoon moving casually between lunch\, drinks\, shopping\, and outdoor entertainment as live performances take shape throughout the day. \nSunday Funday in Downtown Westerly takes place June 7\, 14\, and 21 from noon to 6 p.m. along High Street in downtown Westerly and is free to attend. Organizers encourage visitors to support local businesses as restaurants\, shops\, and vendors bring their offerings directly into the street for the event. With outdoor dining\, mini golf\, lawn games\, and a full afternoon of pedestrian-friendly energy\, the series has become one of the shoreline’s more relaxed and community-focused summer traditions. \nRules and Suggestions:\n• Admission is free\n• High Street will be closed to automobile traffic during the event\n• The event includes outdoor dining\, shopping\, cocktails\, vendors\, and artist booths\n• A 9-hole mini golf course and lawn games will be available\n• The kids’ Creation Station runs from 1–5 p.m.\n• Sunday Funday takes place June 7\, 14\, and 21 \nSEO Description:
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/sunday-funday-in-downtown-westerly/2026-06-14/
LOCATION:Downtown Westerly RI\, 5 Hight Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown Westerly
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T180000
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SUMMARY:Sunday Funday in Downtown Westerly
DESCRIPTION:Sunday Funday in Downtown Westerly transforms High Street into a walkable outdoor festival filled with shopping\, dining\, cocktails\, lawn games\, and family activities as the heart of Westerly shifts into full summer mode. Hosted across several Sundays in June\, the event closes downtown streets to vehicle traffic and opens them instead to outdoor tables\, artist booths\, vendors\, mini golf\, and the kind of relaxed street-life atmosphere that coastal New England towns seem built for once warm weather arrives. Restaurants and local businesses spill out onto the sidewalks and street itself\, creating an experience that feels part block party\, part shopping district\, and part outdoor dining scene. \nThe appeal of Sunday Funday is less about any single attraction and more about the atmosphere created when downtown Westerly slows down and becomes fully pedestrian-focused for the afternoon. Visitors can wander between boutiques\, restaurants\, cocktail spots\, vendor booths\, and games without constantly navigating traffic\, making the area feel unusually open and social. Families can stop by the kids’ Creation Station running from 1 to 5 p.m.\, while others may spend the afternoon moving casually between lunch\, drinks\, shopping\, and outdoor entertainment as live performances take shape throughout the day. \nSunday Funday in Downtown Westerly takes place June 7\, 14\, and 21 from noon to 6 p.m. along High Street in downtown Westerly and is free to attend. Organizers encourage visitors to support local businesses as restaurants\, shops\, and vendors bring their offerings directly into the street for the event. With outdoor dining\, mini golf\, lawn games\, and a full afternoon of pedestrian-friendly energy\, the series has become one of the shoreline’s more relaxed and community-focused summer traditions. \nRules and Suggestions:\n• Admission is free\n• High Street will be closed to automobile traffic during the event\n• The event includes outdoor dining\, shopping\, cocktails\, vendors\, and artist booths\n• A 9-hole mini golf course and lawn games will be available\n• The kids’ Creation Station runs from 1–5 p.m.\n• Sunday Funday takes place June 7\, 14\, and 21 \nSEO Description:
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/sunday-funday-in-downtown-westerly/2026-06-07/
LOCATION:Downtown Westerly RI\, 5 Hight Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown Westerly
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T200000
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SUMMARY:Montville Food Truck Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Montville Food Truck Festival returns to Camp Oakdale for a full day of food\, entertainment\, shopping\, and family fun. Taking place from noon to 8 p.m.\, this popular community event brings together a convoy of food trucks serving everything from fair favorites to local specialties\, giving visitors a chance to sample a wide variety of flavors without the crowds often associated with larger festivals. \nBeyond the food\, the festival offers live music\, craft and merchandise vendors\, and activities designed for all ages. Families can spend the day exploring the Kid’s Portal\, which features bounce houses\, face painting\, henna tattoos\, and other attractions aimed at younger festival-goers. The combination of food\, entertainment\, and activities makes the event an easy summer outing for families\, friends\, and anyone looking to enjoy a day outdoors. \nHeld on the spacious grounds of Camp Oakdale\, the festival encourages visitors to bring lawn chairs or blankets and settle in for the afternoon. With free admission and free parking\, attendees can come and go as they please while enjoying one of the area’s favorite summer food-focused gatherings. \nEvent Details \n\nDate: Saturday\, June 6\, 2026\nTime: 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.\nLocation: Camp Oakdale\, 176 Meeting House Lane\, Oakdale\, CT\nAdmission: Free\nParking: Free\n\nFestival Highlights \n\nFood Truck Convoy\nLive music\nCraft and merchandise vendors\nKid’s Portal with bounce houses\, face painting\, henna tattoos\, and more\nFamily-friendly atmosphere\nBring lawn chairs or blankets and stay awhile\n\n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/montville-food-truck-festival-2/
LOCATION:Camp Oakdale\, 176 Meeting House Lane\, Oakdale\, CT\, 06370\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp Oakdale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T160000
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CREATED:20260604T214153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T214153Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Regatta Festival in Gales Ferry
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Regatta Festival returns to Gales Ferry on Saturday\, June 6\, celebrating one of the most storied traditions in American sports. Held from noon to 4 p.m. at Erickson Park\, this free community festival coincides with the 159th running of the Harvard-Yale Regatta\, the nation’s oldest intercollegiate athletic competition. Visitors can gather along the Thames River to enjoy food\, family activities\, and a live-streamed broadcast of the races while soaking in a tradition that has connected Gales Ferry to collegiate rowing for nearly 150 years. \nMore than just a sporting event\, the Harvard-Yale Regatta has long been woven into the identity of Gales Ferry. Since the race moved to the Thames River in 1878\, generations of rowing legends\, spectators\, and even U.S. presidents have gathered here to witness the competition. At its peak\, the regatta attracted crowds approaching 100\,000 spectators\, fleets of yachts\, observation trains\, and national attention. Today\, the event remains one of the shoreline’s most unique sporting traditions\, bringing Harvard and Yale crews back to the same waters where they have competed for nearly a century and a half. \nFestival attendees can watch the regatta broadcast\, meet personnel from SUBASE New London during a Touch-a-Truck experience\, enjoy lawn games and a cornhole tournament hosted by Ledyard Parks and Recreation\, and relax on the grounds with food from local vendors. Capt. Scott’s Lobster Truck\, Rustic Boutique Catering\, Kona Ice\, and Board & Boujee will all be serving food and treats throughout the afternoon\, making the festival an ideal way for families and history buffs alike to experience a uniquely Connecticut tradition. \nEvent Details \n\nDate: Saturday\, June 6\, 2026\nTime: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.\nLocation: Erickson Park\, 144 Military Highway\, Gales Ferry\, CT\nRegatta Races: Begin at 1:15 p.m. and will be livestreamed at the festival\n\nFestival Highlights \n\nLive viewing of the Harvard-Yale Regatta\nTouch-a-Truck with SUBASE New London Police and Fire Department\nCornhole tournament hosted by Ledyard Parks and Recreation\nYard games and family activities\nPicnic-friendly lawn seating\n\nFood Vendors \n\nCapt. Scott’s Lobster Truck\nRustic Boutique Catering\nKona Ice\nBoard & Boujee\n\n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/2026-regatta-festival-in-gales-ferry/
LOCATION:Erickson Park\, 144 Military Way\, Gales Ferry\, 06335\, United States
CATEGORIES:Erickson Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T012752Z
CREATED:20260514T012752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T012752Z
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SUMMARY:Pride in the Park at Wilcox Park
DESCRIPTION:Pride in the Park at Wilcox Park brings music\, community organizations\, live performances\, and Pride Month celebration energy to the center of Wilcox Park for an afternoon designed around inclusivity\, visibility\, and connection. Set among the historic pathways and gardens of downtown Westerly’s best-known public park\, the event combines music\, local nonprofits\, family-friendly activities\, and community gathering into a colorful outdoor celebration welcoming both local residents and visitors from across the region. With summer beginning to settle over the shoreline\, the atmosphere is expected to feel relaxed\, social\, and community-focused rather than formal or heavily programmed. \nOne of the day’s highlights will be the opening ceremony at noon featuring a performance by the Rhode Island Gay Men’s Chorus under the direction of Kim Kuda. Throughout the afternoon\, guests can explore booths and resources from local organizations while enjoying music from DJ Gadget and treats from Pompelmo Gelateria. The combination of live music\, shaded park space\, and community participation gives the event a welcoming festival atmosphere while also highlighting organizations and groups supporting LGBTQ+ visibility and wellbeing throughout southern Rhode Island and southeastern Connecticut. \nLocated just steps from downtown Westerly’s restaurants and shops\, Wilcox Park has become a natural gathering place for community celebrations\, concerts\, and public events throughout the year. Pride in the Park continues that tradition with an event focused on openness\, local connection\, and shared celebration during Pride Month. The event takes place Saturday\, June 6 from noon to 2 p.m. at Wilcox Park on Broad Street in Westerly and is free to attend. \nParticipating Organizations:\n• Bank Square Books\n• CT State Independent Living Council\n• DJ Gadget\n• Free Mom Hugs Rhode Island\n• Rhode Island Gay Men’s Chorus\n• Ocean State Roller Derby\n• Pompelmo Gelateria\n• South County Pride\n• Stonington Pride\n• Wellbeing Collaborative\n• Westerly ARC\n• United Congregational Church of Westerly \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/pride-in-the-park-at-wilcox-park/
CATEGORIES:Westerly Library & Wilcox Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T160000
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CREATED:20260519T154329Z
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SUMMARY:Clark Farms Summer Market
DESCRIPTION:Clark Farms Summer Market returns Saturday\, June 6\, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Clark Farms\, bringing together more than 75 local vendors\, live music\, food\, drinks\, and one of the liveliest seasonal shopping events in South County. Set throughout the farm park in Matunuck\, RI\, the market blends handmade goods\, artisan vendors\, and garden-season atmosphere into a full day built around local makers\, outdoor browsing\, and early summer energy in SW Rhode Island. \nVisitors can expect rows of vendors offering artisanal and handmade products alongside flowers\, plants\, shrubs\, trees\, and gardening selections as Clark Farms reaches peak bloom season. The setting itself becomes part of the experience\, with hanging flower baskets\, colorful annuals and perennials\, and the farm grounds creating a backdrop that feels distinctly tied to the start of summer along the Rhode Island shoreline. Live music throughout the day adds to the relaxed outdoor atmosphere as families and shoppers move through the market. \nThe Clark Farms Summer Market continues to grow as both a shopping destination and community gathering\, attracting locals and visitors looking for a mix of gardening inspiration\, food\, live entertainment\, and handcrafted products. With free admission and a full day of activities spread throughout the farm park\, the event offers an easy seasonal outing for families\, plant lovers\, and weekend visitors exploring South County. \nSEO Description:
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/clark-farms-summer-market/
LOCATION:Clark Farms\, 2984 Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry Memorial Hwy\, Matunuck\, RI\, 02879\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clark Farms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T170000
DTSTAMP:20260528T151850Z
CREATED:20260513T213812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T151850Z
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SUMMARY:Strawberry Festival & Craft Show
DESCRIPTION:Berry Sweet Family Fun Awaits at the Strawberry Festival & Craft Show brings two days of strawberries\, food trucks\, live music\, and family activities to the North Stonington Fairgrounds as the region shifts into summer festival season. The event transforms the fairgrounds into a celebration of all things strawberry\, from classic strawberry shortcake to chocolate-covered strawberries and fresh strawberry lemonade served throughout the weekend. With free admission and a mix of food\, shopping\, and entertainment\, the festival is designed to feel like a laid-back early summer gathering with something happening around every corner. \nMore than 30 crafters and vendors are expected to participate\, giving visitors plenty of opportunities to browse handmade goods\, specialty items\, and local products between trips to the food trucks and dessert stands. Organizers are also planning live music performances and ongoing family-friendly activities across both days of the festival\, creating the kind of atmosphere where people tend to stay longer than they originally planned. The mix of fairground energy\, seasonal treats\, and outdoor entertainment gives the event an unmistakably New England small-town festival feel. \nThe Strawberry Festival & Craft Show takes place Saturday\, May 30 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday\, May 31 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the North Stonington Fairgrounds on Wyassup Road. With food trucks\, live entertainment\, shopping\, and strawberry-themed treats spread across the grounds\, the event offers an easy excuse to spend an afternoon outdoors celebrating the unofficial start of summer in southeastern Connecticut. \nRules and Suggestions:\n• Admission to the festival is free\n• The event takes place outdoors at the North Stonington Fairgrounds\n• Food trucks\, vendors\, and live music will be available throughout the weekend\n• Family-friendly activities are planned across both event days \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/strawberry-festival-craft-show/2026-05-31/
LOCATION:North Stonington Fairgrounds\, 21 Wyassup Road\, North Stonington\, 06359\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Stonington Fairgrounds
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T110000
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SUMMARY:Strawberry Festival & Craft Show
DESCRIPTION:Berry Sweet Family Fun Awaits at the Strawberry Festival & Craft Show brings two days of strawberries\, food trucks\, live music\, and family activities to the North Stonington Fairgrounds as the region shifts into summer festival season. The event transforms the fairgrounds into a celebration of all things strawberry\, from classic strawberry shortcake to chocolate-covered strawberries and fresh strawberry lemonade served throughout the weekend. With free admission and a mix of food\, shopping\, and entertainment\, the festival is designed to feel like a laid-back early summer gathering with something happening around every corner. \nMore than 30 crafters and vendors are expected to participate\, giving visitors plenty of opportunities to browse handmade goods\, specialty items\, and local products between trips to the food trucks and dessert stands. Organizers are also planning live music performances and ongoing family-friendly activities across both days of the festival\, creating the kind of atmosphere where people tend to stay longer than they originally planned. The mix of fairground energy\, seasonal treats\, and outdoor entertainment gives the event an unmistakably New England small-town festival feel. \nThe Strawberry Festival & Craft Show takes place Saturday\, May 30 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday\, May 31 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the North Stonington Fairgrounds on Wyassup Road. With food trucks\, live entertainment\, shopping\, and strawberry-themed treats spread across the grounds\, the event offers an easy excuse to spend an afternoon outdoors celebrating the unofficial start of summer in southeastern Connecticut. \nRules and Suggestions:\n• Admission to the festival is free\n• The event takes place outdoors at the North Stonington Fairgrounds\n• Food trucks\, vendors\, and live music will be available throughout the weekend\n• Family-friendly activities are planned across both event days \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/strawberry-festival-craft-show/2026-05-30/
LOCATION:North Stonington Fairgrounds\, 21 Wyassup Road\, North Stonington\, 06359\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Stonington Fairgrounds
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