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SUMMARY:HallUween Takes Over Downtown Westerly on Halloween Night
DESCRIPTION:At a Glance\nWhat: Halluween and Trunk or Treat — a free\, family-friendly Halloween celebration throughout downtown Westerly\nWhen: Saturday\, October 31\, 2026\, beginning at 5 p.m.\nLocation: The UNITED Theatre\, 5 Canal Street\, High Street\, and downtown Westerly\, RI 02891\nAdmission: Free\nActivities: Trick-or-treating\, trunk-or-treat\, giant puppets\, Halloween movies\, crafts\, live music\, and a costume parade\nTrunk-or-Treat: Municipal parking lot next to Miceli’s Furniture\, sponsored by The Pantry\nMovies & Crafts: Navigant Credit Union’s Spooktacular Movie Drop-In & Craft Station in the UNITED’s Black Box\nGiant Puppets: Anne Cubberly’s Giant Puppet menagerie\nLive Music: Alice and the Mad Hatter performing in the UNITED’s Wonderland gallery installation\nCostume Parade: 6 p.m.\, led by the UNITED Music School Drum Corps\, with acrobats\, hoopers\, and other performers\nParade Finale: Awards for best costumes and spookiest screams\nPresented By: The UNITED Theatre with participating community organizations and sponsors\nParticipation Inquiries: info@unitedtheatre.org\nEvent Website: Official UNITED Theatre event page \nEvent Description\nHalluween and Trunk or Treat transforms downtown Westerly into a Halloween playground on Saturday\, October 31\, with giant roaming puppets\, trick-or-treating\, live music\, costumes\, and a parade led by a marching drum corps. \nBeginning at 5 p.m.\, the free celebration spreads across High Street and the UNITED Theatre\, bringing together local businesses\, artists\, musicians\, and families for an evening of Halloween entertainment. \nFrom a parking lot filled with trunk-or-treat festivities to a gallery transformed into a musical Wonderland\, this isn’t just another stop for Halloween candy. It’s a downtown-wide celebration with something around nearly every corner. \nGiant Monsters Are Coming to High Street\nOne of the evening’s most unusual attractions comes courtesy of artist Anne Cubberly and her Giant Puppet menagerie. \nFamilies can stroll alongside enormous\, imaginative creatures as they make their way through the Halloween festivities. \nThese oversized creations add a theatrical twist to the evening\, turning downtown Westerly into a setting where larger-than-life characters can appear among the trick-or-treaters. \nFor children who love monsters\, fantasy creatures\, and unexpected surprises\, the puppets promise to be one of HallUween’s most memorable sights. \nTrick-or-Treating\, Movies\, and Halloween Crafts\nHigh Street will be buzzing with families collecting treats and enjoying the festive downtown atmosphere. \nA special trunk-or-treat celebration takes place in the municipal parking lot next to Miceli’s Furniture\, sponsored by The Pantry. \nMeanwhile\, the UNITED’s Black Box will host Navigant Credit Union’s Spooktacular Movie Drop-In & Craft Station. \nFamilies can stop in for classic Halloween films and creative activities designed for all ages\, including adults. \nThe drop-in format makes it easy to enjoy a movie or spend some time making crafts before heading back outside for more Halloween adventures. \nA Spooky Wonderland With Live Music\nInside the UNITED’s gallery event space\, Halloween takes a more imaginative turn. \nThe Westerly Alternative Artists’ Guild is creating a Wonderland installation\, accompanied by live music performed by Alice and the Mad Hatter. \nThe combination of visual art\, familiar storybook characters\, and eerie musical entertainment adds another dimension to the downtown celebration. \nIt’s an opportunity to explore a different side of Halloween\, where the atmosphere is as much about fantasy and creativity as costumes and candy. \nA Drum Corps Leads the Halloween Parade\nAt 6 p.m.\, the UNITED Music School Drum Corps takes the lead for a Halloween costume parade through downtown. \nThe procession will feature acrobats\, hoopers\, and other performers\, bringing music\, movement\, and plenty of Halloween spectacle to the streets. \nFamilies are encouraged to wear their costumes and join the festivities. \nThe parade concludes with an awards ceremony recognizing the evening’s best costumes and spookiest screams. \nWhether you’re dressed as a classic monster\, a superhero\, a princess\, or something entirely original\, the parade offers a chance to become part of the celebration. \nA Halloween Night for the Whole Community\nHallUween brings together the arts\, local businesses\, and neighborhood organizations for a celebration that extends beyond traditional door-to-door trick-or-treating. \nWith activities spread between the UNITED Theatre\, High Street\, and nearby downtown locations\, families can move between music\, movies\, crafts\, giant puppets\, and Halloween treats throughout the evening. \nThe event is free and open to families\, making it an accessible way to enjoy Halloween in downtown Westerly. \nThe festivities begin at 5 p.m. on Saturday\, October 31\, with the costume parade scheduled for 6 p.m. An overall ending time has not been announced. \nMore information is available at the Event Website link below. \n\nFeatured image is an artistic representation inspired by the event and may not depict the actual people\, location\, or activities shown.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/halluween-takes-over-downtown-westerly-on-halloween-night/
LOCATION:Downtown Westerly RI\, 5 Hight Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown Westerly
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SUMMARY:Halloween Takes Over Downtown Mystic! A Costume Parade\, Trick-or-Treating\, and Family Fun on Water Street
DESCRIPTION:At a Glance\nWhat: Greater Mystic Halloween Parade & Trunk or Treat\, a free community Halloween celebration\nWhen: Sunday\, October 25\, 2026\, 1–3 p.m.\nParade Start: 1 p.m.\nLocation: Downtown Mystic\, beginning on Water Street outside Friar Tuck’s Restaurant\nParade Route: Through downtown Mystic\, across the Mystic Drawbridge\, and ending at the Mystic Firehouse\nAdmission: Free\nActivities: Halloween costume parade\, trunk-or-treating\, games\, music\, candy\, and family entertainment\nCostumes: Children and adults are encouraged to dress in Halloween costumes\nOrganizers: Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce and Mystic Fire Department\nCommunity Partner: United Way of Southeastern Connecticut\nFood Drive: Attendees are encouraged to bring nonperishable food donations benefiting United Way of Southeastern Connecticut\nParticipation: Businesses\, organizations\, and community members are invited to participate in the trunk-or-treat celebration\nRegistration: Available through the Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce for participating businesses and organizations\nWeather: Outdoor event; check with organizers for weather-related updates\nInformation: Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce \nEvent Description\nThe Greater Mystic Halloween Parade & Trunk or Treat returns to downtown Mystic on Sunday\, October 25\, transforming Water Street and the surrounding waterfront into a lively Halloween celebration filled with costumes\, candy\, music\, and family fun. \nPresented by the Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce and the Mystic Fire Department\, this free community event invites children\, parents\, businesses\, and local organizations to come together for an afternoon of Halloween festivities in one of southeastern Connecticut’s most recognizable downtown settings. \nThe celebration begins at 1 p.m. with a costume parade through Mystic\, followed by trunk-or-treat activities and entertainment at the Mystic Firehouse. \nA Halloween Parade Through the Heart of Mystic\nThe festivities kick off on Water Street outside Friar Tuck’s Restaurant\, where costumed participants will gather for a Halloween procession through downtown. \nFrom there\, the parade makes its way through Mystic\, crossing the famous Mystic Drawbridge before continuing to the Mystic Firehouse. \nIt’s a route that combines the fun of a neighborhood Halloween parade with some of the area’s most familiar waterfront scenery. \nChildren can show off their costumes as they walk alongside family members\, friends\, and other community participants. \nSuperheroes\, witches\, ghosts\, princesses\, monsters\, and imaginative homemade creations are all welcome. \nThe event offers an opportunity for families to enjoy Halloween in a public\, community-centered setting rather than waiting until October 31 for traditional trick-or-treating. \nTrunk-or-Treating at the Mystic Firehouse\nFollowing the parade\, the celebration continues at the Mystic Firehouse with trunk-or-treating\, games\, music\, and candy. \nLocal businesses\, organizations\, and community members are invited to participate by decorating vehicles and creating Halloween-themed displays. \nFor children\, the decorated trunks become trick-or-treating stops\, offering treats and an opportunity to enjoy the creativity of participating groups. \nThe firehouse setting also brings a special community connection to the festivities\, with the Mystic Fire Department helping host an afternoon designed for families. \nThe event’s combination of a downtown parade and a central trunk-or-treat location makes it a particularly appealing outing for parents with younger children. \nLocal Businesses Help Bring Halloween to Life\nThe Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce is encouraging businesses and organizations to take part in the celebration. \nParticipating groups can decorate their vehicles\, distribute candy\, and join the community in creating a festive Halloween atmosphere. \nThe event provides an opportunity for local organizations to connect with families while contributing to one of Mystic’s seasonal traditions. \nBusinesses and community groups interested in participating should consult the Chamber’s registration information for requirements and event-day instructions. \nHalloween Fun With a Community Purpose\nThe celebration also supports United Way of Southeastern Connecticut\, connecting an afternoon of Halloween entertainment with an opportunity to help neighbors in need. \nFamilies are encouraged to bring nonperishable food donations to support the organization’s community assistance efforts. \nThe charitable component adds another dimension to the event\, giving participants a way to contribute while enjoying the parade and festivities. \nIt’s a reminder that some of the best community celebrations combine entertainment with the chance to make a difference. \nA Downtown Halloween Tradition for All Ages\nWith its historic streets\, waterfront scenery\, and distinctive drawbridge\, downtown Mystic provides a memorable backdrop for a Halloween parade. \nThe event brings together many of the elements families enjoy most about the season: colorful costumes\, candy\, decorated vehicles\, music\, and the excitement of seeing familiar places transformed for a holiday celebration. \nWhether you’re participating in the parade\, bringing children for trick-or-treating\, or simply enjoying the spectacle of hundreds of Halloween costumes moving through downtown\, the afternoon promises a festive start to Halloween week. \nAdmission is free\, and families are encouraged to come dressed for the occasion. \n  \n\nFeatured image is an artistic representation inspired by the event and may not depict the actual people\, location\, or activities shown.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/halloween-takes-over-downtown-mystic-a-costume-parade-trick-or-treating-and-family-fun-on-water-street/
LOCATION:Downtown Mystic\, West Main Street\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown Mystic
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SUMMARY:Frights & Lights Turns North Stonington’s Main Street Into a Halloween Block Party
DESCRIPTION:Frights & Lights Turns North Stonington’s Main Street Into a Halloween Block Party Saturday\, Oct. 17\, with an evening that starts with food\, vendors and music before an illuminated procession of decorated cars\, trucks\, Jeeps and just about anything else on wheels rolls through town. \nThis will be the seventh annual Frights & Lights Halloween Block Party & Light Parade\, and unlike a traditional parade where spectators arrive\, watch everything pass and go home\, North Stonington builds an entire evening around it. \nThe block party begins at 4:30 p.m. along Main Street\, giving the village two hours to fill with food\, vendors\, music\, costumes and neighbors before the parade steps off at 6:30. \nThen the lights start moving. \nA Halloween Parade Where Almost Anything Can Join In\nPart of the fun is that Frights & Lights doesn’t require participants to show up with a professionally built parade float. \nOrganizers are actively looking for vehicles of practically every description. \nGolf carts can join. So can cars\, Jeeps\, trucks and tractors. \nThe common denominator is Halloween and lights. \nThat creates a very different visual experience after dark as decorated vehicles make their way through North Stonington covered in strings of lights\, glowing Halloween decorations and whatever else their owners can devise. \nThe parade is scheduled to step off at 6:30 p.m.\, travel through the Meadow Wood/Kingswood neighborhood and then make its way toward Main Street\, where it is expected to arrive at approximately 7:30 p.m. \nThat means visitors don’t necessarily have to choose between the party and the parade. The block party comes first\, the procession leaves and returns\, and Main Street becomes the gathering point again as darkness settles over the village. \nFrights & Lights Started During the Pandemic\nThe event has an unusual origin story. \nNorth Stonington resident Jennifer Strunk created Frights & Lights during the COVID-19 pandemic as a way for the community to celebrate Halloween and gather when many of the usual traditions had become difficult or impossible. \nThe idea survived the circumstances that created it. \nNorth Stonington’s own Education Foundation now credits Strunk with creating several local cultural events and specifically points to Frights & Lights as something that continued growing beyond the pandemic. \nBy 2023\, the event had become significant enough that the North Stonington Board of Selectmen publicly congratulated Strunk on its success. \nWhat began as a solution to an unusual Halloween has turned into a town tradition. \nMain Street Gets the Party Started\nThe parade may provide the evening’s biggest spectacle\, but it isn’t the entire event. \nBeginning at 4:30 p.m.\, Main Street becomes the center of the celebration with food\, vendors\, music and socializing. \nOrganizers are also recruiting crafters\, sellers\, food trucks\, psychics and musicians for the 2026 edition\, suggesting the street festival portion is intended to be considerably more than a waiting area for the parade. \nA Trunk or Treat is also planned\, although organizers say additional details are still coming. \nCostumes are encouraged\, and the event is deliberately designed for both adults and children rather than functioning solely as a kids’ Halloween activity. \nThat gives Frights & Lights a nice progression as the afternoon becomes evening. \nCome while it’s still light for the vendors and food. Stay as costumes\, decorated vehicles and Halloween lights begin looking considerably better after sunset. \nThen find a spot for the parade. \nSeven Years Later\, the Original Idea Still Works\nThere’s something wonderfully uncomplicated about Frights & Lights. \nIt doesn’t require a haunted attraction\, elaborate ticketing system or massive production. \nDecorate the town. Decorate the vehicles. Put people in costumes. Bring everyone to Main Street. Turn on the lights when it gets dark. \nWhat North Stonington discovered during the pandemic was that the formula worked. \nSeven Halloweens later\, they’re still doing it. \nadeaMuster location – North Stonington Elementary School parking lot. \nLineup begins at 5:00pm.\n\nParade Route \n\nExit NSES\, turn left onto Rt 2 W\nLeft onto Mystic Road\nLeft onto Meadow Wood Drive\, continuing onto Pinecrest (big loop)\nLeft onto Old Colony Rd\nRight onto Kingswood Drive\nRight onto Mystic Road\nRight onto Rt 2 E\nSharp left onto Main Street at the Raina’s Red Onion Pizza intersection\nRight onto Main Street\nLeft onto Main Street at Shunock River Brewery\nFolks participating in the trunk or treat will pull into the Main Street parking circle at the Education Center and follow volunteer directions to the NEW location for trunk or treat. All other parade vehicles may either leave\, or pull off to the side of Main Street and completely shut down their vehicles.\n\nHEAD’S UP!\n\nNOTHING may be thrown from the parade vehicles AT ANY TIME. Spectators (kids) running into the road to collect candy during a night parade is extremely dangerous and puts future parades at risk of being canceled.\nDetails\nEvent: Frights & Lights Halloween Block Party & Light Parade\nDate: Saturday\, Oct. 17\, 2026\nBlock Party Begins: 4:30 p.m.\nParade Steps Off: 6:30 p.m.\nParade Arrives on Main Street: Approximately 7:30 p.m.\nEvent End: Approximately 8 p.m.\nLocation: Main Street\, North Stonington\, CT\nListed Address: 100 Main St.\, North Stonington\, CT 06359\nAdmission: Free\nActivities: Halloween light parade\, block party\, food\, vendors\, music and socializing\nTrunk or Treat: Planned; additional details are still to be announced\nCostumes: Welcome\nAges: Adults and children\nParade Route: Includes the Meadow Wood/Kingswood neighborhood before arriving on Main Street\nParade Vehicles: Organizers welcome a broad variety of entries\, including golf carts\, cars\, Jeeps\, trucks and tractors\nVendor/Participant Registration: Organizers are accepting inquiries from vendors\, crafters\, food trucks\, psychics\, musicians and parade participants\nContact: NSLightParade@gmail.com \n\n  \nFeatured image is an artistic representation inspired by the event and may not depict the actual people\, location\, or activities shown.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/frights-lights-turns-north-stoningtons-main-street-into-a-halloween-block-party/
LOCATION:Main Street North Stonington\, Main Street\, North Stonington\, 06359\, United States
CATEGORIES:Main Street North Stonington
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SUMMARY:Westerly-Pawcatuck Columbus Day Parade Celebrates 75 Years of Italian Heritage
DESCRIPTION:Westerly-Pawcatuck Columbus Day Parade Celebrates 75 Years of Italian Heritage on Sunday\, October 11\, with a colorful procession of marching bands\, community organizations\, fire departments and local groups traveling through two states. The parade steps off at 1 p.m. from Westerly High School\, continuing a regional tradition that has brought Rhode Island and Connecticut neighbors together for generations.\n\n\nThis year’s theme\, Cheers to 75 Years\, recognizes a milestone for one of the area’s longest-running community celebrations. Organizers describe the Westerly-Pawcatuck procession as the only known parade in the United States to cross a state line\, traveling from Westerly\, Rhode Island\, into neighboring Pawcatuck\, Connecticut. \nThe event celebrates the Italian-American heritage that helped shape the region\, while welcoming participants and spectators from throughout southern New England. The 2026 procession is expected to feature school marching bands\, the Westerly Band\, civic organizations and visiting groups from other states. \nA Parade That Connects Two States\nThe Westerly-Pawcatuck Columbus Day Parade traces its origins to 1950\, when local residents established a celebration of Italian heritage and community pride. Over the decades\, it has grown into a major autumn tradition\, drawing families to the streets of Westerly and Pawcatuck each October. \nOne of its most distinctive features is the route itself. The procession begins at Westerly High School on Ward Avenue\, moves through downtown Westerly and crosses the Pawcatuck River into Connecticut. The crossing reflects the close relationship between two communities that share a river\, a downtown business district and generations of family and cultural connections. \nMusic has always played a central role in the celebration. The Westerly Band has participated since the first procession\, and school marching bands have become an annual highlight. Fire apparatus\, community organizations and other parade entries add to the atmosphere as spectators gather along the route. \nGrey Sail Founders Named Grand Marshals\nThe 2026 grand marshals are Jennifer and Alan Brinton\, founders of Grey Sail Brewing of Rhode Island. The couple established their brewery in Westerly’s former macaroni factory at 63 Canal Street\, a building whose history connects directly to the area’s Italian-American industrial heritage. \nAfter purchasing and renovating the property\, the Brintons opened Grey Sail in 2011. The brewery has since become a familiar part of Westerly’s business and hospitality community\, making the couple fitting representatives for an anniversary celebration centered on local history and civic pride. \nTheir selection also highlights the continuing evolution of downtown Westerly\, where historic industrial buildings have found new purposes while maintaining connections to the community’s past. \nPlanning Your Parade Day\nThe parade begins Sunday\, October 11\, at 1 p.m.\, with Monday\, October 12\, designated as the rain date. Spectators can watch from locations along the route through downtown Westerly and into Pawcatuck\, including the Granite Street and Canal Street areas and Stillman Avenue in Connecticut. \nBecause the parade travels through busy downtown streets\, visitors should arrive early\, allow extra time for parking and anticipate temporary road closures. Families may want to bring folding chairs\, comfortable shoes and clothing appropriate for October weather. \nThe event is free to attend\, and organizers continue to welcome donations to support the volunteer-run celebration. \nMore information is available at the Event Website link below. \nDetails\nEvent: 75th Annual Westerly-Pawcatuck Columbus Day Parade\nTheme: Cheers to 75 Years\nDate: Sunday\, October 11\, 2026\nTime: 1 p.m. step-off\nRain Date: Monday\, October 12\, 2026\, at 1 p.m.\nStarting Location: Westerly High School\nStarting Address: 23 Ward Avenue\, Westerly\, RI 02891\nParade Area: Downtown Westerly\, RI\, and Pawcatuck\, CT\nAdmission: Free\nGrand Marshals: Jennifer and Alan Brinton\, founders of Grey Sail Brewing\nActivities: Marching bands\, fire apparatus\, civic organizations and community parade entries\nParking: Downtown public parking where available; expect restrictions and road closures along the route\nWhat to Bring: Folding chairs\, comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing\nWeather: Rain date scheduled for Monday\, October 12\nAccessibility: Sidewalk viewing is available along portions of the route; accessible viewing arrangements have not been specified by organizers\nOrganizer: Permanent Columbus Day Parade Committee\nContact: support@columbusparadewp.com \n\n  \n\nFeatured image is an artistic representation inspired by the event and may not depict the actual people\, location\, or activities shown.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/westerly-pawcatuck-columbus-day-parade-celebrates-75-years-of-italian-heritage/
LOCATION:Downtown Westerly RI\, 5 Hight Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
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SUMMARY:Children’s Walking Parade:
Little Mermaids and Sea Monsters
DESCRIPTION:Mermaid & Privateer Children’s Walking Parade:
Little Mermaids and Sea Monsters invites children to become part of the Connecticut Maritime Heritage Festival on Saturday\, September 12\, with a free\, costumed procession through Fort Trumbull State Park and Museum in New London. \nThe parade begins at 11:30 a.m. at Fort Trumbull and is part of the festival’s family programming. Children are encouraged to dress as mermaids\, privateers\, pirates\, sea monsters\, and other nautical characters\, with free face painting and costume-making activities helping families get ready before the procession begins. Current festival coverage also calls it the Mermaids and Privateers Parade\, while event calendars use Little Mermaids and Sea Monsters Parade\, so families may see both names for Saturday’s event. \nThis isn’t a parade where kids are expected to stand behind a barricade and watch someone else have all the fun. \nThey’re invited to join in. \nFirst\, Make Yourself Into a Sea Creature\nFamilies can arrive at Fort Trumbull before the 11:30 a.m. start and make the transformation part of the morning. \nThe festival’s Kids Nautical Zone includes children’s activities throughout the weekend\, and Saturday’s programming includes face painting and costume activities before the parade. The larger festival opens at 10 a.m.\, giving families time to explore before lining up for the procession. \nThat means elaborate homemade costumes aren’t required. \nA child who arrives Saturday morning dressed like an ordinary human can still end up marching as something considerably more aquatic. \nMermaids are an obvious choice\, but the concept is intentionally broad. Pirates\, privateers and imaginary creatures all fit into a procession built around the centuries-old combination of the sea and human imagination. \nWhy Mermaids and Sea Monsters Belong at a Maritime Festival\nA weekend devoted to maritime heritage could limit itself to ships\, sailors and naval history. \nThe sea has never been that simple. \nFor as long as people have traveled beyond the shoreline\, they’ve brought stories home with them. \nUnfamiliar animals became monsters. Strange shapes glimpsed from a moving ship acquired elaborate explanations. Mermaids and other humanlike sea creatures appeared independently in folklore around the world. Sailors carried stories from one port to another\, changing them along the way. \nEven the monsters sometimes had something real behind them. \nManatees and dugongs have been suggested as possible sources of some mermaid sightings. Giant squid were once creatures of legend before science confirmed that enormous cephalopods really did inhabit the deep ocean. Whales could be terrifyingly large to someone encountering one from a wooden boat. \nThe boundary between natural history and maritime folklore could become wonderfully blurry. \nSaturday’s parade takes that tradition and lets children run with it. \nPirates and Privateers Aren’t Quite the Same Thing\nThe other characters likely to appear Saturday come with a little more historical baggage. \nA pirate operated outside the law. \nA privateer operated with government authorization\, usually under a commission or letter of marque permitting a privately owned vessel to attack and capture enemy shipping during wartime. \nFrom the perspective of the people whose ship was being captured\, the distinction may not have been terribly comforting. \nBut legally\, it mattered. \nPrivateering became particularly important during the American Revolution\, when the new United States lacked the enormous naval establishment possessed by Britain. \nNew London and Connecticut’s other ports were deeply connected to that maritime world. \nSo the privateers marching around Fort Trumbull Saturday aren’t entirely imaginary visitors. \nThey have historical roots here. \nFort Trumbull Is a Particularly Good Place for the Parade\nThe parade’s 2026 setting gives the fantasy a very real historical backdrop. \nFort Trumbull occupies a strategic position overlooking the Thames River and New London Harbor. The current masonry fort dates largely to the 19th century\, but the site’s military history reaches back to the American Revolution. \nAnd one of the darkest days in New London’s history happened here. \nOn September 6\, 1781\, British forces commanded by Benedict Arnold attacked the New London and Groton area. \nThe earlier Fort Trumbull was overwhelmed. \nAcross the river\, the fighting at Fort Griswold became much bloodier. British troops captured the fort\, and American commander Col. William Ledyard was killed after surrendering his sword. \nMuch of New London was burned during the raid. \nThat history becomes especially relevant during this year’s Connecticut Maritime Heritage Festival because 2026 marks the nation’s 250th anniversary\, and Revolutionary War history is woven throughout the weekend. \nBritish and American reenactors will establish 18th-century encampments at Fort Trumbull\, complete with canvas tents\, camp kitchens and open fires. Visitors can meet reenactors and watch military drills and marching demonstrations. \nSo children dressed as privateers will be walking through a place where the history they’re pretending actually happened. \nThis Is One Piece of a Huge Morning at Fort Trumbull\nFamilies could easily build most of Saturday around the parade. \nThe Connecticut Maritime Heritage Festival runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the day\, with vessel tours\, children’s programming\, living history\, vendors\, live entertainment and maritime demonstrations spread between Fort Trumbull and the downtown waterfront. \nThe festival’s 2026 vessel lineup is unusually substantial. \nVisitors will be able to explore visiting military\, training and historic vessels\, while the waterfront programming includes Coast Guard demonstrations and activities connected to the Coast Guard Academy’s 150th anniversary. \nAt 10 a.m.\, the U.S. Postal Service will formally dedicate a new U.S. Coast Guard Academy Forever stamp at the Connecticut Maritime Heritage Festival. The ceremony is part of the Academy’s sesquicentennial celebration. \nThen\, at 11:30\, the mermaids and monsters get their turn. \nAfter the Parade\, Follow the Music Downtown\nThere’s another reason to join the parade rather than treating it as an isolated event. \nAt 12:30 p.m.\, Steve Elci & Friends perform a free children’s sing-along at Custom House Pier with The Little Mermaid and The Wayfinder. \nThe concert poster explicitly bills the performance as an “After the Parade!” event. \nThat creates a natural progression for families. \nStart at Fort Trumbull for face painting and costume activities. \nJoin the parade at 11:30. \nThen head toward the downtown waterfront for singing and dancing. \nThe one thing parents need to understand is that the parade and concert are at different festival locations. \nFortunately\, organizers are providing free transportation between festival areas. The Thames River Heritage Park water taxi operates continuously from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. between Fort Trumbull\, City Pier and Thames River Landing in Groton. Free shuttle buses are also available. The water taxi doesn’t operate on a fixed timetable\, and boarding is first-come\, first-served. \nThe Kids Get a Parade Before Benedict Arnold Gets His\nThere’s also a wonderfully strange symmetry to Saturday’s schedule. \nThe Little Mermaids and Sea Monsters Parade isn’t the only procession through New London that day. \nAt 7:30 p.m.\, Flock Theatre begins the considerably less childlike Burning of Benedict Arnold – March of the Traitor. \nParticipants march from Bank Street toward Waterfront Park in a revival of New London’s historic tradition of symbolically punishing Arnold for the 1781 destruction of the city. The march culminates in the burning of an Arnold effigy on the waterfront. \nA 300-drone light show over the Thames River follows later that evening. \nSo New London gets bookend processions Saturday. \nThe morning belongs to mermaids\, pirates and sea monsters. \nThe evening belongs to an infamous Revolutionary War traitor. \nA Parade Kids Don’t Have to Watch From the Sidewalk\nThat’s ultimately what distinguishes the Little Mermaids and Sea Monsters Parade from many festival parades. \nThe children aren’t merely the audience. \nThey’re the parade. \nThey can put on a costume\, have their face painted\, march through one of Connecticut’s most important maritime historic sites and then continue the adventure with music\, ships\, sailors and hands-on activities around the waterfront. \nThe Connecticut Maritime Heritage Festival is supposed to introduce people to the state’s relationship with the sea. \nFor a five-year-old\, explaining 250 years of naval and maritime history may not be the most effective opening argument. \nAsk whether they want to become a mermaid or a sea monster. \nYou can work on the history afterward. \nDetails\nEvent: Little Mermaids and Sea Monsters Parade\nAlso Promoted As: Mermaids and Privateers Parade\nFestival: Connecticut Maritime Heritage Festival\nDate: Saturday\, September 12\, 2026\nTime: 11:30 a.m.\nLocation: Fort Trumbull State Park and Museum\nAddress: 90 Walbach Street\, New London\, CT 06320\nAdmission: Free\nAges: Family-friendly / all ages\nParticipation: Children are encouraged to dress up and join the parade\nCostumes: Mermaids\, sea monsters\, pirates\, privateers and other maritime-inspired characters fit the theme\nBefore the Parade: Children’s activities and face painting are available as part of the festival programming\nFestival Hours: Daytime festival activities run 10 a.m.–5 p.m.\nAfter the Parade: Steve Elci & Friends perform a children’s sing-along at 12:30 p.m. at Custom House Pier\nTransportation: Free shuttle buses and Thames River Heritage Park water taxi service connect major festival locations\nWater Taxi: Continuous service from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. between Fort Trumbull\, City Pier and Thames River Landing; first-come\, first-served\nParking: Festival organizers recommend parking in a downtown Water Street garage or near Fort Trumbull and using free festival transportation between venues\nSetting: Outdoors; dress for waterfront weather \n  \n  \nFeatured image is an artistic representation inspired by the event and may not depict the actual people\, location\, or activities shown.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/mermaid-privateer-childrens-walking-parade-little-mermaids-and-sea-monsters/
LOCATION:Fort Trumbull State Park\, 90 Walbach Street\, New London\, CT\, 06320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fort Trumbull State Park
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SUMMARY:Waterford Day Parade & Family Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Waterford Day Parade & Family Festival 2026 returns on Saturday\, August 8\, with free family-friendly activities celebrating the community’s 225th anniversary and America’s 250th birthday. The festivities begin with morning activities on the Jordan Park Green before the annual parade steps off at 11 a.m.\, followed by family entertainment\, crafts\, food vendors\, and community celebrations throughout town. (Waterford CT) \nMore than just a parade\, Waterford Day has become one of the town’s signature summer traditions. Families gather along Rope Ferry Road to cheer on marching groups\, community organizations\, first responders\, local businesses\, and civic leaders before spending the afternoon enjoying activities designed for visitors of all ages. \nWith free admission\, children’s entertainment\, food vendors\, and dozens of community organizations participating\, Waterford Day offers one of southeastern Connecticut’s largest hometown celebrations of the summer. Rain or shine\, the event welcomes residents and visitors alike to experience the town’s community spirit. \nParade Highlights\nThe annual parade steps off promptly at 11:00 a.m. from Waterford High School and travels along Rope Ferry Road\, concluding near the First Baptist Church. \nThe Color Guard leads the procession\, followed by a variety of community groups\, local organizations\, public safety agencies\, and participants celebrating Waterford’s history and civic pride. \nPopular viewing areas are available throughout the route\, including a viewing stand near the Waterford Public Library. \nPre-Parade Family Fun\nBefore the parade begins\, Jordan Park Green hosts free activities from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.\, including: \n\nDunk Tank\nBalloon Twister\nTemporary Face Tattoos\nInflatable Firehouse\nGAME ON interactive sports activities\nMr. Magic’s family comedy and magic show\nCoke Hug Machine\nFood vendors\n\nAll pre-parade activities are free\, with food and beverages available for purchase. \nMore Things to Do\nThe celebration continues beyond the parade with additional family activities around town\, including: \nWaterford Town Park\n\nKids crafts presented by the Waterford Public Library\nLive broadcasts from On Air Talent 106.5\n\nCommunity Celebration\nAs part of this year’s anniversary celebration\, 500 miniature American flags will be distributed\, courtesy of the Waterford Regional Lions Club\, helping commemorate both Waterford’s 225th anniversary and the nation’s Semiquincentennial. \nFood & Vendors\nVisitors will find food vendors serving a variety of festival favorites before\, during\, and after the parade. Whether you’re looking for a quick snack while waiting for the procession or lunch afterward\, vendors will be available throughout the event. \nParking & Road Closures\nSeveral public parking locations are available\, including: \n\nWaterford Public Library\nCommunity Center\nTown Hall\nPolice Department\nGazebo area\n\nPlease note: Parking at Waterford High School is reserved for parade participants only. \nRoad closures along the parade route are expected from approximately 10:30 a.m. until noon. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early to find parking and secure a viewing location. \nTips for Visitors\n\nBring lawn chairs if you plan to watch the parade.\nArrive early for the best viewing locations.\nStop by Jordan Park Green before the parade for children’s activities.\nWear comfortable shoes if you plan to explore multiple activity locations.\nStay after the parade to enjoy crafts\, entertainment\, and food vendors around town.\n\nEvent Details\nDate\nSaturday\, August 8\, 2026 \nPre-Parade Activities\n8:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. \nParade Step-Off\n11:00 a.m. \nPrimary Locations\nJordan Park Green\nRope Ferry Road\nWaterford Town Park \nParade Route\nWaterford High School to First Baptist Church via Rope Ferry Road \nAdmission\nFree \nParking\nPublic parking is available at the Library\, Community Center\, Town Hall\, Police Department\, and Gazebo. Waterford High School parking is reserved for parade participants only. \nAge Restrictions\nNone. \nImportant Notes\nRain or shine event. Road closures are expected from approximately 10:30 a.m. to noon. All activities are family friendly. Food vendors will be available for purchases throughout the day. \n\n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/waterford-day-parade-family-festival-2026/
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SUMMARY:Red\, White and Blue Independence Day Parade
DESCRIPTION:Red\, White and Blue in Sound View Independence Day Parade brings one of Old Lyme’s most cherished Fourth of July traditions back to Sound View on Saturday\, July 4. Hosted by the Sound View Beach Association\, the hometown parade invites residents and visitors alike to celebrate Independence Day with decorated bikes\, creative floats\, patriotic costumes\, and plenty of community spirit as participants wind through the beach neighborhood. \nKnown for its welcoming atmosphere\, the parade encourages everyone to take part. Children can decorate their bicycles and wagons\, families can build floats\, and even pets are invited to join the procession. Along the route\, spectators can expect appearances by the VFW Honor Guard\, a marching band\, local police officers\, firefighters\, ambulance vehicles\, and a variety of community groups\, creating a festive celebration that reflects the character of Sound View. \nThe annual parade also features friendly competition\, with awards recognizing standout entries in categories ranging from the best-decorated bike or wagon to the most patriotic outfit\, best float\, funniest costume\, and even best-dressed pet. Whether you’re marching or cheering from the sidelines\, the parade offers a classic small-town Fourth of July experience on Connecticut’s shoreline. \nEvent Details\n\nEvent: Red\, White and Blue in Sound View Independence Day Parade\nDate: Saturday\, July 4\, 2026\nAssembly Time: 9:45 a.m.\nParade Begins: 10:00 a.m.\nLocation: Shoreline Community Center\nAddress: 39 Hartford Avenue\, Sound View\, Old Lyme\, CT\nAdmission: Free\n\nParade Route\nThe parade travels along: \n\nHartford Avenue\nSwan Avenue\nPortland Avenue\n\nParade Highlights\nVisitors can expect to see: \n\ne\nVFW Honor Guard\nMarching band\nPolice vehicles\nFire trucks\nAmbulance vehicles\nCommunity organizations\nFamilies and local residents\nPets in the parade\n\nAwards\nPrizes will be presented in categories including: \n\nBest-decorated bike or wagon\nMost patriotic outfit\nBest float\nFunniest outfit\nBest-dressed pet\n\nHow to Participate\nCommunity members are encouraged to: \n\nDecorate bicycles or wagons\nBuild a float\nWear patriotic attire\nMarch with family and friends\nBring pets to participate\n\nAll entries must be in good taste and reflect the family-friendly mission of the Sound View Beach Association. Final decisions regarding parade entries are made by the organization’s board of directors. \nAbout the Sound View Beach Association\nThe Sound View Beach Association is an all-volunteer nonprofit civic organization that owns and manages the Shoreline Community Center and helps enhance the Sound View community\, including providing the American flags displayed throughout the neighborhood. The organization welcomes new members\, volunteers\, and tax-deductible donations to support its community programs. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/red-white-and-blue-independence-day-parade/
LOCATION:Shoreline Community Center\, 39 Hartford Avenue\, Old Lyme\, 06371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Shoreline Community Center
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SUMMARY:4th of July Parade in the Stonington Borough
DESCRIPTION:4th of July Parade in the Stonington Borough invites residents and visitors to take part in one of the community’s most beloved Independence Day traditions. Unlike many parades where spectators simply watch from the sidelines\, this long-standing celebration encourages everyone to join the procession as it winds through the historic streets of the Borough. \nFamilies\, friends\, and visitors carrying flags\, decorations\, and plenty of patriotic spirit gather each year before making their way through the village. The parade is followed by the traditional reading of the Declaration of Independence in Wadawanuck Square\, creating a celebration that blends community\, history\, and small-town charm. \nAfter the festivities\, participants can head to Mathews Park for the annual Ice Cream Social hosted by the Stonington Village Improvement Association. Together\, the parade\, Declaration reading\, and ice cream social create one of the shoreline’s most treasured Fourth of July traditions. \nEvent Details \nDate: Saturday\, July 4\, 2026 \nTime: 10:00 a.m. \nMeeting Location: \nWho Can Participate: Everyone is welcome to march \nFollowing the Parade \n\nReading of the Declaration of Independence\nIce Cream Social in Mathews Park\n\nSponsored By \nBorough of Stonington Warden & Burgesses \nAdditional Information \n\nFamily-friendly event\nOpen community participation\nPatriotic decorations encouraged\nHistoric Stonington Borough setting\n\n  \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/4th-of-july-parade-in-the-stonington-borough/
LOCATION:Wadawanuck Square\, 22 High St\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wadawanuck Square
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SUMMARY:4th of July Parade: Celebrating 250!
DESCRIPTION:4th of July Parade: Celebrating 250! marks a milestone year as Groton joins communities across the nation in celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. This beloved Independence Day tradition returns on Saturday\, July 4\, bringing together local organizations\, businesses\, military groups\, nonprofits\, performers\, and community members for a patriotic procession through town. \nHeld annually as one of the area’s signature summer events\, the parade draws hundreds of spectators who line the route to celebrate the nation’s birthday. With 2026 marking the 250th anniversary of the United States\, organizers are encouraging participants to embrace the occasion with creative floats\, patriotic displays\, and tributes to the country’s history and heritage. \nWhether you’re marching in the parade or watching from the sidelines\, the event offers a chance to celebrate community\, honor the nation’s past\, and kick off Independence Day festivities with family and friends. \nEvent Details\nDate: Saturday\, July 4\, 2026\nTime: 10:00 a.m.\nStarting Location: Poquonnock Plains Park\, Groton \nHighlights\n\nAmerica 250 celebration\nCommunity floats and displays\nLocal businesses and organizations\nMilitary and civic groups\nFamily-friendly Independence Day tradition\nHundreds of spectators and participants\n\n\n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/4th-of-july-parade-celebrating-250/
LOCATION:Poquonnock Plains Park\, 1 Central Avenue\, Groton\, 06340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Poquonnock Plains Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T160000
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SUMMARY:East Lyme Memorial Day Parade
DESCRIPTION:East Lyme Memorial Day Parade returns to Niantic on Memorial Day at 2 p.m.\, bringing residents and visitors together for one of the shoreline community’s most meaningful annual traditions. Beginning near St. John’s Green across from the Children’s Museum of Southeastern Connecticut\, the parade proceeds down Main Street before concluding at East Lyme Town Hall. Along the route\, spectators gather throughout downtown Niantic as veterans groups\, community organizations\, and local participants move through the center of town beneath American flags and the early-summer atmosphere of Memorial Day weekend. \nThe East Lyme Memorial Day Parade honors generations of Americans who have served in uniform\, from the American Revolution through Operation Iraqi Freedom\, while placing special focus on remembering those who made the ultimate sacrifice in military service. The event blends patriotic tradition with moments of reflection\, creating an observance that carries emotional weight for many local families and veterans throughout SE Connecticut. \nAs the parade moves through Niantic’s shoreline downtown\, the event also captures the sense of community that defines Memorial Day across the region. Families line Main Street\, local organizations come together\, and visitors pause from the holiday weekend to recognize the meaning behind the day itself. The annual parade continues to serve as both a community gathering and a tribute to the service and sacrifice of American military members across generations. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/east-lyme-memorial-day-parade/
LOCATION:ST John’s Green\, 400 Main Street\, Niantic\, 06357\, United States
CATEGORIES:ST John's Green
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T150000
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SUMMARY:Norwich Memorial Day Parade
DESCRIPTION:Norwich Memorial Day Parade returns Monday\, May 25\, with the annual City of Norwich observance stepping off at noon from in front of St. Patrick’s Cathedral on Broadway. The parade travels down Broadway toward Chelsea Parade\, bringing residents\, veterans groups\, local organizations\, and community members together for one of the city’s longstanding Memorial Day traditions. Spectators typically line the downtown route as marching groups and participants move through the historic streets of Norwich beneath American flags and the atmosphere of the holiday weekend. \nThe Norwich Memorial Day Parade blends the civic energy of a larger city procession with the reflective purpose at the heart of Memorial Day itself. Veterans organizations\, community groups\, and local participants come together to honor those who lost their lives in military service while continuing a tradition that remains deeply connected to Norwich’s history and military heritage. The route through downtown toward Chelsea Parade places the observance in the center of one of eastern Connecticut’s most historic urban settings. \nFollowing the parade\, the public is invited to remain at Chelsea Parade for the Memorial Day Ceremony beginning at approximately 1 p.m. near the war monuments. As part of the ceremony\, the city’s old war memorial wreaths will be replaced in a moment of remembrance honoring fallen service members and continuing the day’s focus on reflection\, sacrifice\, and gratitude. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/norwich-memorial-day-parade/
LOCATION:St Patrick’s Cathedral\, 213 Broadway\, Norwich\, 06360\, United States
CATEGORIES:St Patrick's Cathedral
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SUMMARY:Mystic Memorial Day Parade 2026
DESCRIPTION:Begins at Bank Square in downtown Mystic and ends at the Mystic VFW on Rte 1. \nMystic Memorial Day Parade 2026 in downtown Mystic on Monday\, May 25\, bringing an afternoon of remembrance\, patriotism\, and small-town tradition to the shoreline village. Beginning at 1 p.m. in Bank Square\, the parade winds through the heart of Mystic before concluding at the Mystic VFW on Route 1. Lined with American flags\, spectators\, and local families gathering along the sidewalks\, the event remains one of the area’s most recognizable Memorial Day traditions. \nMystic Memorial Day Parade combines the ceremonial spirit of the holiday with the charm and atmosphere that make downtown Mystic such a gathering place during spring and summer weekends. Veterans groups\, local organizations\, and community participants move through the historic streets while residents and visitors pause from the usual holiday bustle to reflect on the meaning behind the day. The setting itself adds something special\, with the parade route cutting through the busy waterfront district filled with shops\, restaurants\, and views of the Mystic River. \nWhile the event carries a celebratory hometown atmosphere\, the heart of the parade remains focused on honoring those who lost their lives in military service. Crowds typically gather early around Bank Square and along Route 1 to watch the procession pass through town before it reaches the Mystic VFW for the conclusion of the observance. For many Southeastern Connecticut families\, the parade has become part of the rhythm of Memorial Day itself\, marking the unofficial beginning of summer while grounding the holiday in remembrance and community connection. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/mystic-memorial-day-parade-2026/
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T120000
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SUMMARY:Moodus Memorial Day Parade
DESCRIPTION:Moodus Memorial Day Parade takes place Monday\, May 25\, at 10 a.m.\, bringing community members together in Moodus to honor fallen service members during Memorial Day observances in eastern Connecticut. The parade begins at the Municipal Office Complex on Plains Road before proceeding through town toward the American Legion on Neptune Avenue. Families\, veterans organizations\, local officials\, and residents are expected to gather along the route as the community pauses to recognize the meaning behind the holiday. \nLike many traditional Memorial Day observances across small towns in Connecticut\, the Moodus Memorial Day Parade blends hometown atmosphere with remembrance and respect for military sacrifice. Marching participants\, veterans\, and community groups move through town while spectators line the streets carrying flags and gathering with neighbors during one of the region’s longstanding holiday traditions. The route toward the American Legion gives the event a ceremonial focus tied closely to local veterans and military remembrance. \nMemorial Day parades throughout the region continue to serve as an important opportunity for communities to come together in reflection while marking the unofficial beginning of summer across New England. In Moodus\, the parade offers residents and visitors a quieter and more traditional Memorial Day observance centered on remembrance\, community connection\, and honoring those who gave their lives in service to the country.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/moodus-memorial-day-parade/
LOCATION:Moodus Municipal Building\, 1 Plains Rd\, Moodus\, 06469\, United States
CATEGORIES:Moodus Municipal Building
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T120000
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CREATED:20260519T050615Z
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SUMMARY:Noank Memorial Day Parade
DESCRIPTION:Noank Memorial Day Parade returns Monday\, May 25\, beginning at 10 a.m. on Main Street before looping through the village and concluding at Noank Valley Cemetery for a Memorial Day ceremony honoring fallen service members. The annual shoreline tradition brings together veterans groups\, local families\, and residents beneath American flags and the quiet maritime atmosphere that defines the historic village of Noank. Parade route closures are expected beginning around 9:15 a.m. as the community gathers for one of the area’s longstanding Memorial Day observances. \nThis year’s ceremony will feature retired U.S. Navy Capt. Mike Hewitt as the guest speaker. Hewitt\, who served in the Navy from 1964 through 1990 and commanded multiple submarines during his career\, plans to reflect on military sacrifice\, the region’s submarine history\, and the deep connection between Noank\, Groton\, Electric Boat\, and the Navy’s submarine community. \nThe Noank Memorial Day Parade continues to balance the atmosphere of a traditional New England village gathering with the deeper purpose of remembrance and reflection. Following the parade\, attendees will gather at Noank Valley Cemetery\, where veterans from generations of American conflicts are honored in a ceremony rooted in gratitude\, community history\, and military service. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/noank-memorial-day-parade/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T120000
DTSTAMP:20260519T042724Z
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SUMMARY:The Taftville Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:The Taftville Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony returns Monday\, May 25\, at 10 a.m.\, as Taftville’s American Legion Post #104 and VFW Post #2212 gather the community to honor fallen service members and remember local veterans who never returned home from war. The annual observance takes place at American Legion Memorial Field at the corner of South 2nd Avenue and South B Street next to the Knights of Columbus Hall. In the event of inclement weather\, the ceremony will move indoors to American Legion Post #104 on Merchants Avenue. \nEach year\, the Taftville Memorial Day observance places special focus on a local veteran who lost their life in military service. This year’s honoree is Herman A. Duhaime\, who was listed as Missing In Action on December 2\, 1950\, during the Korean War before later being declared deceased in 1954. Family members of Duhaime are expected to attend this year’s ceremony\, adding a deeply personal connection to the morning’s remembrance and tribute. \nThe annual gathering remains one of Taftville’s most meaningful Memorial Day traditions\, bringing veterans organizations\, local families\, and community members together in reflection and gratitude. While many Memorial Day events carry a celebratory hometown atmosphere\, the Taftville ceremony keeps the focus firmly on honoring sacrifice\, preserving memory\, and recognizing those from the community who never made it home. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/the-taftville-memorial-day-parade-and-ceremony/
LOCATION:American Legion Memorial Field\, corner of South 2nd Ave. & South B St.\, Taftville\, 06360\, United States
CATEGORIES:American Legion Memorial Field
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T120000
DTSTAMP:20260519T041426Z
CREATED:20260519T041426Z
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SUMMARY:The Sprague Memorial Day Parade
DESCRIPTION:The Sprague Memorial Day Parade returns Monday\, May 25\, at 10 a.m.\, bringing residents and visitors together for a morning of remembrance and community tradition in the village of Baltic. The parade begins on Route 97 near the former Baltic Mill lot\, now home to the new Jaypro Sports location at 14 North Main Street\, before winding through the village along Main Street\, River Street\, and back toward the center of town. The route concludes at War Memorial Park at the intersection of Main Street and West Main Street. \nAs the procession moves through Baltic\, spectators gather throughout the village to watch veterans groups\, local organizations\, firefighters\, and community participants honor those who lost their lives in military service. The parade’s route through the historic mill village setting gives the observance a distinctly eastern Connecticut character\, combining small-town Memorial Day tradition with moments of reflection and patriotism along the way. \nSponsored by American Legion Post 85\, the Baltic Fire Department\, and the Town of Sprague\, the annual parade remains one of the community’s longstanding Memorial Day observances. Families and residents line the streets beneath American flags as the event concludes at War Memorial Park\, where the focus turns fully toward remembrance\, gratitude\, and honoring fallen service members.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/the-sprague-memorial-day-parade/
LOCATION:Jaypro Sports\, 14 North Main St. (Route 97)\, Baltic\, 06330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jaypro Sports
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SUMMARY:Old Saybrook Memorial Day Parade
DESCRIPTION:Old Saybrook Memorial Day Parade returns on Memorial Day morning with a community procession and ceremony honoring the service and sacrifice of American military members. Parade assembly begins at 9:30 a.m. at the Stop & Shop parking lot off Elm Street before stepping off promptly at 10 a.m. The route travels across Route 1 to Main Street and continues toward the Veterans Memorial Monuments on the Town Green\, where the morning’s memorial program will take place. \nThe annual Old Saybrook Memorial Day Parade brings together veterans groups\, local organizations\, families\, and residents for one of the shoreline town’s most meaningful civic traditions. Spectators typically gather throughout downtown as marching groups move through the historic center of town beneath American flags and the atmosphere of Memorial Day weekend along the Connecticut shoreline. While the event carries the familiar feeling of a hometown parade\, its focus remains firmly rooted in remembrance and honoring those who lost their lives in military service. \nThis year’s memorial program will feature Gil Simmons\, U.S. Marine Corps veteran and chief meteorologist for WTNH\, serving as master of ceremonies. In the event of rain\, the parade may be canceled\, but the memorial ceremony will still be held at 10 a.m. inside Old Saybrook Fire Department headquarters at 310 Main Street\, ensuring the community’s observance continues regardless of weather. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/old-saybrook-memorial-day-parade/
LOCATION:Stop & Shop Old Saybrook\, 665 Boston Post Rd\, Old Saybrook\, 06475\, United States
CATEGORIES:Stop & Shop Old Saybrook
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SUMMARY:North Stonington Memorial Day Parade
DESCRIPTION:North Stonington Memorial Day Parade returns on Monday\, May 25\, bringing residents and visitors together for a morning of remembrance and community tradition in North Stonington Village. Beginning at 10 a.m.\, the parade winds through the village before concluding with a Memorial Ceremony at Memorial Park. The annual observance remains one of the town’s longstanding Memorial Day traditions\, drawing families\, veterans groups\, and local organizations together to honor those who lost their lives in military service. \nThe parade route moves through the quiet village setting that gives North Stonington its distinctive small-town New England character\, with spectators gathering along the streets beneath American flags and late-spring skies. While the atmosphere carries the familiar feeling of a hometown Memorial Day gathering\, the focus of the day remains centered on remembrance\, reflection\, and gratitude for the sacrifices made by American service members across generations. \nVisitors attending the North Stonington Memorial Parade should plan for temporary road closures beginning at 9:45 a.m. Route 2 will be closed between the rotary and Kady’s Farm Stand during the parade. The event concludes at Memorial Park with a ceremony honoring fallen service members and continuing the community’s Memorial Day observance. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/north-stonington-memorial-day-parade/
LOCATION:North Stonington Village\, CT 2\, Main Street\, Wyassup\, Babcock\, Caswell\, and Rocky Hollow Roads\, North Stonington\, 06359\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Stonington Village
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T120000
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SUMMARY:Westerly Pawcatuck Memorial Day Parade 2026
DESCRIPTION:Westerly Pawcatuck Memorial Day Parade 2026 returns on Monday\, May 25\, bringing one of the region’s longest-standing patriotic traditions through the streets of Westerly and Pawcatuck. Beginning at 9:30 a.m.\, the parade moves from behind the Pawcatuck Shopping Center along Pequot Trail before making its way through both communities with multiple memorial stops and ceremonies honoring fallen service members. More than just a parade\, the morning carries the emotional weight and reflection that define Memorial Day observances across New England. \nWesterly Pawcatuck Memorial Day Parade blends traditional hometown pageantry with moments of remembrance that connect directly to the area’s military history and community roots. Marching groups\, veterans organizations\, local officials\, and community participants travel together toward the War Memorial at the corner of Route 1 and Pequot Trail for the first formal ceremony of the morning. The procession then continues toward the bridge crossing the Pawcatuck River\, where flowers of remembrance are placed during a second ceremony marking the Connecticut and Rhode Island border shared by the two closely connected communities. \nThe morning concludes with a final Memorial Day ceremony at the gazebo in Wilcox Park\, where attendees gather beneath the trees and open skies of downtown Westerly for speeches\, reflection\, and tribute. The atmosphere throughout the event tends to balance solemn remembrance with the unmistakable feeling of a traditional small-town Memorial Day\, where families line the streets\, veterans are greeted with applause\, and generations come together to honor those who served. For many local residents\, it remains one of the defining community events of the holiday weekend. \nSEO Description:
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/westerly-pawcatuck-memorial-day-parade-2026/
LOCATION:RI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T090000
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SUMMARY:Griswold Memorial Day Parade
DESCRIPTION:returns Monday\, May 25\, with the town’s annual celebration taking place at 9 a.m. at Fanning Park on Main Street in Jewett City. The longtime community tradition brings residents\, veterans groups\, local organizations\, and families together for a morning centered on remembrance\, patriotism\, and honoring those who lost their lives in military service. \nHeld in the heart of Jewett City\, the Griswold Memorial Day Parade carries the familiar atmosphere of a classic small-town New England observance\, where community members gather beneath American flags and along Main Street to recognize the meaning behind the holiday. The event serves as both a tribute to fallen service members and a moment for the community to come together in reflection and gratitude. \nAs Memorial Day celebrations unfold across SE Connecticut\, the Griswold Memorial Day Parade remains an important local tradition rooted in honoring military sacrifice and preserving the spirit of community remembrance. The morning observance at Fanning Park continues to bring generations together while marking the significance of Memorial Day throughout the region. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/griswold-memorial-day-parade/
LOCATION:Fanning Park\, 38 E Main St #14\, Jewett City\, 06351\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fanning Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T150000
DTSTAMP:20260519T034020Z
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SUMMARY:Plainfield Memorial Day Parade
DESCRIPTION:Plainfield Memorial Day Parade returns Sunday\, May 24\, bringing residents\, veterans groups\, local organizations\, and families together for an afternoon of remembrance and community tradition in Plainfield. The parade begins at 1 p.m. after forming at Plainfield Public Schools on Canterbury Road (Route 14A). From there\, the procession travels east along Canterbury Road before continuing onto Railroad Avenue and Babcock Avenue\, ultimately concluding at Veterans Park on Community Avenue. \nAs the parade moves through town\, spectators typically gather along the route to watch marching groups\, community participants\, and veterans organizations make their way toward Veterans Park for the conclusion of the observance. The event blends the atmosphere of a classic small-town Memorial Day parade with the deeper purpose of honoring those who lost their lives in military service. Road closures along Route 14A between Cemetery Road and Norwich Road (Route 12) will begin at approximately 12:45 p.m.\, with traffic diverted during the event. \nThe Plainfield Police Department and Plainfield Highway Department will assist with traffic control and parade operations throughout the afternoon to help guide residents and visitors safely around the route. While the parade marks part of Memorial Day weekend across eastern Connecticut\, its focus remains centered on remembrance\, patriotism\, and community reflection. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/plainfield-memorial-day-parade/
LOCATION:Plainfield Public Schools\, Canterbury Road (Route 14A)\, Plainfield\, 06374\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plainfield Public Schools
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T150000
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SUMMARY:Bozrah Memorial Day Parade
DESCRIPTION:Bozrah Memorial Day Parade returns Saturday\, May 23\, bringing a full afternoon of remembrance\, community tradition\, and small-town celebration to Bozrah. The day begins with a memorial service at 11 a.m. at Memorial Park before parade lineup starts at noon ahead of the 1 p.m. kickoff. The 1.5-mile parade route travels from Schwartz Road to the Bozrah Moose Lodge\, drawing residents and visitors together for one of the town’s longstanding Memorial Day observances. \nThis year’s parade will feature two marching bands\, including the Deep River Drum Corps\, alongside antique and classic cars\, trucks\, tractors\, horse and carriages\, local businesses\, and community organizations such as the Bozrah Historical Society. The mix of patriotic tradition and classic New England hometown atmosphere gives the event a distinctly local character\, with families lining the route and community groups coming together throughout the afternoon. \nWhile the Bozrah Memorial Day Parade carries the festive energy often associated with holiday weekend gatherings\, the heart of the event remains focused on honoring those who gave their lives in military service. The combination of the memorial service\, marching bands\, and community participation helps create a meaningful observance rooted in remembrance\, patriotism\, and local connection. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/bozrah-memorial-day-parade/
LOCATION:Bozrah Parade Route\, Schwartz Road\, Bozrah\, 06344\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bozrah Parade Route
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T120000
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SUMMARY:Lebanon Memorial Day Parade
DESCRIPTION:Lebanon Memorial Day Parade returns to the Lebanon Town Green on Saturday\, May 23\, giving the community an early start to Memorial Day weekend observances before many of the region’s Monday ceremonies and parades take place. Kicking off at 10 a.m.\, the annual event brings residents\, veterans groups\, local organizations\, and families together to honor and remember the nation’s fallen heroes in the heart of one of Connecticut’s most historic towns. \nThis year’s parade theme\, “America 250\,” adds a layer of reflection and patriotism as communities across the country begin looking toward the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States. The parade combines traditional Memorial Day remembrance with the atmosphere of a classic New England town gathering\, where flags line the streets and generations come together to recognize the sacrifices made by American service members throughout history. \nThe Lebanon Memorial Day Parade remains rooted in the true meaning of the holiday\, balancing community tradition with solemn remembrance for those who gave their lives in military service. With the parade centered around the historic Lebanon Town Green\, the setting itself reinforces the sense of history\, reflection\, and shared community connection that defines Memorial Day weekend across Connecticut. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/lebanon-memorial-day-parade/
LOCATION:Lebanon Town Green\, 071\, 235-45 Lebanon Ave\, Lebanon\, 06249\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lebanon Town Green
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