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
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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.
September 2024 (dates not updated)
Secret Seller FALL Market
Deep River Historical Society, Deep River, CT
Status: Updated 9/26/2023
September 7 - 28, 2024
Bristol Farmer's Market - September
10 Main Street Parking Lot, Bristol, CT
Status: Updated 4/15/2024
September 28, 2024
Chalk Walk/Waterfall Festival
Market Square downtown, Newington, CT
Status: Updated 3/12/2024
September 26 - 29, 2024
Durham Agricultural Fair
Fairgrounds, Durham, CT
Status: Updated 3/28/2024
September 2024 (dates not updated)
Fall Fair
New Canaan Nature Center, New Canaan, CT
Status: Updated 8/2/2023
September 2024 (dates not updated)
Saint James Fall Fair
St. James Episcopal Church, Farmington, CT
Status: Updated 8/8/2023
September 2024 (dates not updated)
Redding Artisan Fair
Redding Center, Redding, CT
Status: Updated 8/1/2023
September 2024 (dates not updated)
South Windsor Paws in the Park
Wapping Fairgrounds, South Windsor, CT
Status: Updated 9/20/2023
September 2024 (dates not updated)
Torrington Oktoberfest
Franklin Plaza, Torrington, CT
Status: Updated 7/30/2023
October 2024 (dates not updated)
Animal Awareness Day
Branford Town Green, Branford, CT
Status: Updated 9/7/2023
October 2024 (dates not updated)
Wine, Roses & Brews Festival
Forget Me Not Florist, North Haven, CT
Status: Updated 9/15/2023
October 2024 (dates not updated)
Greenwich CT Fall Flea Market
Island Beach Parking Lot (main Greenwich Town Parking Lot), Greenwich, CT
Status: Updated 8/4/2023
October 2024 (dates not updated)
Waveny Park Arts Fest
Waveny Park, New Canaan, CT
Status: Updated 8/4/2023
October 5, 2024
Bethel Autumn Craft Festival
Municipal Center (front lawn), Bethel, CT
Status: Updated 1/22/2024
October 5, 2024
South Windsor Apple Festival
John J. Mitchell Fairgrounds, South Windsor, CT
Status: Updated 4/2/2024
October 5, 2024
Old Wethersfield Arts & Crafts Fair
Cove Park, Wethersfield, CT
Status: Updated 2/20/2024
October 5 - 6, 2024
Old Saybrook Art and Craft Festival
Town Green, Old Saybrook, CT
Status: Updated 2/14/2024
October 6, 2024
Bethany Harvest Festival and Food Trucks, Too!
Bethany Airport and Bethany Firehouse, Bethany, CT
Status: Updated 1/10/2023
October 2024 (dates not updated)
Windsor Lions Club Fall Arts & Crafts Festival
Windsor Town Green, Windsor, CT
Status: Updated 9/26/2023
October 2024 (dates not updated)
Pumpkin Festival
United Methodist Church of Danbury, Danbury, CT
Status: Updated 9/21/2023
July - October 2024 (dates not updated)
Village of Devon Farmers Market
Farmer's Market, Milford, CT
Status: Updated 6/30/2023
October 2024 (dates not updated)
Watertown Farmers Market
Town Garage, Watertown, CT
Status: Updated 2/14/2023
October 2024 (dates not updated)
Outdoor Arts Festival of the Bruce Museum - October
Bruce Museum grounds, Greenwich, CT
Status: Updated 10/18/2022
October 2024 (dates not updated)
Autumn Arts Festival
Madison Town Green, Madison, CT
Status: Updated 8/17/2023