Niantic Outdoor Art and Craft Show
July 1 - 2, 2023
nianticartsandcraftshow.com
(860) 705-7800
Town Hall - Niantic, CT
This well-attended juried, fine art and craft show is in its 62nd year. Last year's event was the 12th year that the Lions ran the event. All the Artists remarked that it has become one of the best shows in the area and well managed. It is held in conjunction with the Niantic Lions. High quality show.
Seventh NICE Festival
July 8, 2023
norwalknice.org
(203) 919-3000
Oyster Shell Park - Norwalk, CT
The NICE Festival Series celebrates the rich global heritage and culture so evident in the music, food, art, and talent of which we in Norwalk, CT are so proud. The NICE Festival Series hosts dancers, musicians, and food and craft vendors from multiple traditions and customs; we encourage the community to spend the day together. The day-long event is filled with an abundance of cultural experiences with more than 50 international vendors.
Norwalk Seaport Association Oyster Festival
September 8 - 10, 2023
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 2023 Norwalk Oyster Festival hosted by the Norwalk Seaport Association at the 35-acre Veteran's Memorial Park in Norwalk.
Hall-O-Weekend
October 29, 2023
downtownmilfordct.com
(203) 693-1501
Milford Green, Downtown Milford, CT - Milford, CT
The Downtown Milford Business Association is hosting their annual Hall-O-Weekend and invites families and children to come make memories and enjoy some not-so-scary fun in charming downtown Milford on Sunday, October 29th in Downtown Milford! Trick or Treating in the businesses Downtown, Vendors, and Entertainment on the Milford Green. Not so scary, story time with the Milford Library. Arts & Crafts for the kids. Hay maze for the kids and more !! Sunday, October 29th, 10-3pm
Frosty's Christmas Festival
November 19, 2023
(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.
Lamplight Stroll
December 1, 2023
downtownmilfordct.com
(203) 693-1501
Milford Green, Downtown Milford, CT - Milford, CT
Classic Holiday Tradition - 21st Annual Lamplight Stroll. Santa, Carolers, horse & carriage rides, live music, in-store refreshments/specials, and Participating businesses open late. Free. See the website for the full schedule and details.
Events in Branford, CT — upcoming
June 17, 2023
Artisan Marketplace at the Branford Festival
Branford Town Green, Branford, CT
Status: Updated 4/25/2023
This Connecticut Marketplace Expo will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and flea market exhibitors, and no food booths. This event will also include: musical entertainment, kids' activities, food trucks.
August 12, 2023
Woofstock on the Branford Green
The Historic Branford Green, Branford, CT
Status: Updated 4/24/2023
This Connecticut Pet-themed Event will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 4 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 12pm-6pm. Admission tickets are $5. This event will also include: woofstock hippie dog costume contest, woof dog walk, children's activities, etc.
June 29 - August 24, 2023
Branford Jazz on the Green Series
Branford Town Green, Branford, CT
Status: Updated 4/24/2023
This Connecticut Festival Concert will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Every Thu 6:30pm-8:30pm.
May 2024 (dates not updated) 
Craft Fair and Tag Sale
St. Therese Church, Branford, CT
Status: Updated 5/7/2023
This Connecticut Festival will have crafts, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 1 food booth.
