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
Click Here to register as an exhibitor.
(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
seaport.org
(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.
May 6 - 11, 2024
Westville ArtWalk
Westville Village, New Haven, CT
Status: Updated 2/14/2024
May 11, 2024
Windsor Lions Club Spring Arts & Crafts Festival
Windsor Town Green, Windsor, CT
Status: Updated 3/14/2024
May 11, 2024
Mile-Long Craft & Tag Sale on the Boardwalk
Ocean Beach Park, New London, CT
Status: Updated 2/13/2024
May 11, 2024
Mother's Day Madness Outdoor Craft & Vendor Fair
Our Lady of Mt Carmel - Enfield, Enfield, CT
Status: Updated 2/13/2024
May 11 - 12, 2024
Milford Artisan Market - May
Milford Green, Milford, CT
Status: Updated 2/13/2024
May 11 - 12, 2024
Fairfield Dogwood Festival
Greenfield Hill Church Grounds, Fairfield, CT
Status: Updated 10/10/2023
May 11 - 12, 2024
Milford Artisan Market
Milford Green, Milford, CT
Status: Updated 3/12/2024
May 16, 2024
Willimantic's Third Thursday Street Fest- May
Historic Downtown on Main Street, Willimantic, CT
Status: Updated 3/5/2024
May 18, 2024
Hartford Power Squadron Marine Swap Meet and Craft Show
West Marine, Old Saybrook, CT
Web: Click Here to register as an exhibitor.
Status: Updated 2/17/2024
May 18, 2024
Windsor Shad Derby Parade and Festival on the Green
Windsor Town Green, Windsor, CT
Status: Updated 4/15/2024
May 17 - 19, 2024
CT Food Truck Battles Festival
Woodtick Recreation, Wolcott, CT
Status: Updated 2/15/2024
May 18 - 19, 2024
Bruce Museum Outdoor Crafts Festival
Bruce Museum Grounds, Greenwich, CT
Status: Updated 1/15/2024
May 18 - 19, 2024
Litchfield Art Festival: Spring
Lawrence Field, North Canaan, CT
Status: Updated 2/19/2024
May 19, 2024
Boothe Memorial Park Antique & Classic Car
Boothe Memorial Park and Museum, Stratford, CT
Status: Updated 12/12/2023
May 19, 2024
Saint Michael Church, Beacon Falls, Spring Fair
St. Michael Church Park, Beacon Falls, CT
Status: Updated 4/3/2024
May 2024 (dates not updated)
Craft Fair and Tag Sale
St. Therese Church, Branford, CT
Status: Updated 5/7/2023
May 25, 2024
Bethel Blooms Craft Fair
Municipal Center (front lawn), Bethel, CT
Status: Updated 1/22/2024
May 25 - 26, 2024
The Westport Fine Arts Festival
Downtown, Westport, CT
Status: Updated 3/8/2024
April 19 - May 30, 2024
Juried Associates & Members' Exhibition
Lyme Art Association, Old Lyme, CT
Status: Updated 2/7/2024
April 19 - May 30, 2024
Clwac Members' Show
Lyme Art Association, Old Lyme, CT
Status: Updated 1/2/2024
May 31 - June 1, 2024
Food Trucks on the River - June
Veteran's Memorial Park, Shelton, CT
Status: Updated 2/13/2024
June 1, 2024
Danbury Street Festival
Downtown, Danbury, CT
Status: Updated 5/6/2024
June 1, 2024
Torrington Strawberry Festival
Coe Memorial Park, Torrington, CT
Status: Updated 3/12/2024
June 1 - 2, 2024
New London County Strawberry Festival
Maples Farm Park, Bozrah, CT
Status: Updated 3/10/2024