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SUMMARY:Mystic Strawberry Festival
DESCRIPTION:Mystic Strawberry Festival returns to Olde Mistick Village on June 13 and 14\, bringing two days of strawberry-filled treats\, live entertainment\, shopping\, and family-friendly summer atmosphere to one of Mystic’s most popular destinations. Running from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. both days\, the festival transforms the village into a celebration of fresh berries\, seasonal desserts\, and classic New England summertime energy. Visitors can expect strawberry shortcake\, pies\, jams\, cookies\, cupcakes\, chocolate-covered strawberries\, ice cream\, lemonade\, strawberry wine\, and a long list of other sweet offerings spread throughout the village. \nThe Mystic Strawberry Festival combines food\, shopping\, live music\, and outdoor community gathering into a weekend event that feels especially suited to early summer along the Connecticut shoreline. Guests can wander the brick pathways of Olde Mistick Village while exploring local vendors\, craft booths\, and shops between stops for strawberry-themed treats and drinks. Families will also find kid-friendly activities throughout the event\, including face painting\, a petting zoo\, and interactive activities designed to create a relaxed festival atmosphere for all ages. \nOriginally opened in 1973 and designed with the look and feel of a 1720s-style Colonial village\, Olde Mistick Village provides a setting that naturally lends itself to festivals and seasonal events. With more than 40 independent shops and restaurants surrounding the event\, the Mystic Strawberry Festival offers visitors an easy way to spend an entire afternoon or evening enjoying shopping\, entertainment\, and summer flavors in the heart of Mystic. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/mystic-strawberry-festival/2026-06-14/
LOCATION:Olde Mistick Village\, 27 Coogan Blvd\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mystic Half Marathon & 10K
DESCRIPTION:Mystic Half Marathon & 10K takes runners through one of the most scenic coastal routes in the region\, starting at Olde Mistick Village and finishing at Mystic Aquarium. The course winds past historic ships\, along the shoreline\, and through downtown Mystic\, giving participants a mix of water views and small-town atmosphere across both the 13.1-mile half marathon and 6.2-mile 10K options. It’s designed as both a race and an experience\, drawing runners who want more than just distance. \nAll participants receive a technical race shirt and a custom finisher medal tied to the event’s yearly theme\, with post-race access to Mystic’s shops\, restaurants\, and local discounts. The event also connects to the broader Spring Shoreline Challenge\, a multi-race series that includes additional runs in April and June\, offering a longer-term goal for those looking to stay active across the season. \nFamilies can take part through the HMF FitKids program\, which includes shorter races for children ages 2 to 11\, making the event accessible beyond adult runners. With its combination of scenic course design\, community involvement\, and family-friendly options\, the Mystic Half Marathon & 10K stands out as one of the area’s signature spring events. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/mystic-half-marathon-10k/
LOCATION:Olde Mistick Village\, 27 Coogan Blvd\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
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