Connecticut spans just 110 miles from east to west and 70 from north to south. But the compact Constitution State has everything you need to unplug - and recharge! With 352 festivals celebrating culture, the arts, beer, blues and barbecue, Shakespeare, strawberries, sailing and everything in between, there's something for everyone! These three events are just the beginning: Sailfest, Riverfest Food Truck Festival and Durham Agricultural Fair. Scroll below to view the variety of culture, art, music and entertainment found at Connecticut Festivals, Art Shows, Music Festivals and Craft Shows.
Hartford Power Squadron Marine Swap Meet and Craft Show
May 18, 2024
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(860) 212-2636
West Marine - Old Saybrook, CT
This family-friendly event will feature cookout-style food as well as items for sale. Not restricted to boats and boating equipment/services. Vendors can showcase locally made crafts, unique jewelry, one-of-a-kind gifts, clothing, tools, and much more! Vendor reservations are only $25 for a 9x18-foot space. Additionally, members of the Hartford Power Squadron will be available to help boaters access information on our courses, including the basic water safety class that qualifies students to obtain their required certification from the state of Connecticut.
Fairfield Dog Days
June 23, 2024
commerce.fairfieldctchamber.com/events/deta..
(203) 255-1011
Old Town Green - Fairfield, CT
All Vendors are welcome at this event! This is a great opportunity, take advantage of being in front of over 1000 people to display and sell your unique items whether dog-related or not!
Norwalk Seaport Association Oyster Festival
September 6 - 8, 2024
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(203) 838-9444
Veterans Memorial Park - Norwalk, CT
Three days of fun, food, and dazzling free entertainment on multiple stages, plus a myriad of special events for families and friends, from nine to ninety marks just some of the activities planned for the 2024 Norwalk Oyster Festival hosted by the Norwalk Seaport Association at the 35-acre Veteran's Memorial Park in Norwalk.
Glastonbury Apple Harvest & Music Festival
October 18 - 20, 2024
glastonburyapplefest.com
(860) 659-3587
Riverfront Park - Glastonbury, CT
The Glastonbury Apple Harvest and Music Festival is the Number 1 Festival in CT! The well-known festival features live music, the Apple Harvest Pub, curated craft booths, fabulous food, amusement rides, a pie booth, and family entertainment. Attending this family-oriented event has become a Connecticut tradition.
Fairfield Harvest Market
October 19, 2024
commerce.fairfieldctchamber.com/events/deta..
(203) 255-1011
Old Town Hall Green - Fairfield, CT
Fairfield Farmers Market Vendors, Fairfield Rotary Beer Garden Guess the Weight of the Giant Pumpkin, Apples, Cider, Food Trucks, Jewelry, Apparel, Food Items, Home Décor, Crafts, Furniture, Pet Products, DJ Scott providing music. Rain Date - October 26, 2024
Frosty's Christmas Festival
November 24, 2024
(203) 233-3167
Aqua Turf Club - Southington, CT
Christmas Festival. We are seeking crafters and vendors who make and sell their own products. Each Booth will be 8x7 and vendors may purchase more than one space. Festivals at this venue normally attract over 3000 customers. This event will be heavily advertised in area newspapers.
June 15 - 16, 2024
Strawberry Festival Craft & Fine Art Show
Monroe Congregational Church, Monroe, CT
Status: Updated 4/2/2024
June 2024 (dates not updated)
Night Out on Main Street - June
Downtown, Watertown, CT
Status: Updated 2/14/2023
June 2024 (dates not updated)
Essex Summer Arts Festival
Essex Town Green, Essex, CT
Status: Updated 3/23/2023
June 20, 2024
Willimantic's Third Thursday Street Fests - June
Downtown, Willimantic, CT
Status: Updated 4/7/2024
June 22 - 23, 2024
Norwalk Art Festival
Mathews Park, Norwalk, CT
Status: Updated 4/3/2024
June 23, 2024
Fairfield Dog Days
Old Town Green, Fairfield, CT
Web: commerce.fairfieldctchamber.com/events/deta..
Status: Updated 4/11/2024
June 2024 (dates not updated)
TibetFest 10
Goshen Fair Grounds, Goshen, CT
Status: Updated 5/28/2023
June 2024 (dates not updated)
Watertown Farmers Market
Town Garage, Watertown, CT
Status: Updated 2/14/2023
June 14 - 29, 2024
International Festival of Arts & Ideas
New Haven Green, New Haven, CT
Status: Updated 4/30/2024
June 22 - 29, 2024
Bristol Farmer's Market - June
10 Main Street Parking Lot, Bristol, CT
Status: Updated 4/15/2024
June 29, 2024
Rose Arts Festival
Chelsea Parade Park and Downtown Norwich, Norwich, CT
Status: Updated 9/16/2023
June 2024 (dates not updated)
Town of Cromwell Farmers Market - June
Riverport Park at Frisbee Landing, Cromwell, CT
Status: Updated 4/12/2023
July 6, 2024
NICE Festival
Oyster Shell Park, Norwalk, CT, Norwalk, CT
Status: Updated 1/2/2024
July 6, 2024
Bethel Craft Summerfest
Municipal Center, Bethel, CT
Status: Updated 1/22/2024
July 5 - 7, 2024
Fourth of July Town Celebration
Enfield Town Green, Enfield, CT
Status: Updated 4/4/2024
July 6 - 7, 2024
Niantic Outdoor Art and Craft Show
Town Hall, Niantic, CT
Status: Updated 4/8/2024
July 2024 (dates not updated)
The Windsor Monarch Fest
The Green on Broad Street, Windsor, CT
Status: Updated 3/2/2023
July 2024 (dates not updated)
Womanimation! Film Festival
Greenwood Features, Bethel, CT
Status: Updated 6/20/2023
June 29 - July 14, 2024
Midsummer Fantasy Renaissance Faire
Warsaw Park, Ansonia, CT
Status: Updated 4/10/2024
July 13 - 14, 2024
Sailfest
Downtown and Waterfront, New London, CT
Status: Updated 1/17/2024
July 2024 (dates not updated)
Bethel Summerfest
Downtown, Bethel, CT
Status: Updated 6/26/2023
July 18, 2024
Willimantic's Third Thursday Street Fest - July
Main Street, Willimantic, CT
Status: Updated 4/29/2024
July 18, 2024
Riverfest Food Truck Festival
Mortensen Riverfront Plaza, Hartford, CT
Status: Updated 1/17/2024
July 17 - 20, 2024
Life. Be in It. Extravaganza
Mill Pond Park, Newington, CT
Status: Updated 4/11/2024