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
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(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
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(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
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(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.
July 20, 2024
Bridgeport Community Festival
McLevy Green, Bridgeport, CT
Status: Updated 4/10/2024
July 2024 (dates not updated)
Canaan Railroad Days
Routes 7 & 44 Green, Canaan, CT
Status: Updated 4/25/2023
July 19 - 21, 2024
Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz
Bushnell Park, Hartford, CT
Status: Updated 2/28/2024
July 19 - 21, 2024
Guilford Art Center's Craft Expo
Guilford Green, Guilford, CT
Status: Updated 4/23/2024
July 20 - 21, 2024
Stamford Art Festival
Harbor Point Park, Stamford, CT
Status: Updated 4/3/2024
July 2024 (dates not updated)
Summer Marketplace
Deep River Stone House, Deep River, CT
Status: Updated 6/6/2023
June 16 - July 24, 2024
Academic Artists Assoc. Exhibition
Arts Center East, Vernon, CT
Status: Updated 4/5/2024
July 26, 2024
Downtown Sounds Summer Concerts
Veterans Memorial Park, Shelton, CT
Status: Updated 2/13/2024
July 6 - 27, 2024
Bristol Farmer's Market - July
10 Main Street Parking Lot, Bristol, CT
Status: Updated 4/15/2024
July 2024 (dates not updated)
Alive at Five - July
Mill River Park, Stamford, CT
Status: Updated 4/5/2023
July 2024 (dates not updated)
Town of Cromwell Farmers Market - July
Riverport Park at Frisbee Landing, Cromwell, CT
Status: Updated 4/12/2023
July 26 - 28, 2024
Litchfield Jazz Festival
Thomas Perakos Performing Arts Center The Frederick Gunn School, Washington, CT
Status: Updated 12/12/2023
July 26 - 28, 2024
Falcon Ridge Folk Festival
Goshen Fair Grounds, Goshen, CT
Status: Updated 10/10/2023
July 27 - 28, 2024
International Sea Glass Association Festival
Mystic Seaport Museum grounds, Mystic, CT
Status: Updated 2/21/2024
July 2024 (dates not updated)
Watertown Farmers Market
Town Garage, Watertown, CT
Status: Updated 2/14/2023
August 2024 (dates not updated)
Alive at Five - August
Mill River Park, Stamford, CT
Status: Updated 4/5/2023
August 1 - 4, 2024
Summer Artisan Market
Arts Center East, Vernon, CT
Status: Updated 3/21/2024
August 3 - 4, 2024
Sono Arts Fest
Historic Washington Street, Norwalk, CT
Status: Updated 4/3/2024
August 3 - 4, 2024
Middlesex and New Haven County 4-H Fair
Durham Fairgrounds, Durham, CT
Status: Updated 1/9/2024
August 2024 (dates not updated)
Free Brass City Jazz Fest
Library Park at Grand Street, Waterbury, CT
Status: Updated 6/13/2023
August 2024 (dates not updated)
Sharon on the Green
Town Green, Sharon, CT
Status: Updated 7/14/2023
August 2024 (dates not updated)
Bethel Beerfest
Municipal Center Lawn, Bethel, CT
Status: Updated 6/26/2023
August 2024 (dates not updated)
Taste of the Caribbean & Jerk Festival
Mortensen Riverfront Plaza, Hartford, CT
Status: Updated 6/5/2023
August 2024 (dates not updated)
Bllueberry Festival
90 Church Avenue, Forestville, CT
Status: Updated 7/17/2023