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 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.
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
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
June 2, 2024
Spring Car Show!
Samuel Webb Building, Wethersfield, CT
Status: Updated 4/15/2024
June 2, 2024
Little Poland Festival
Polish Business District, New Britain, CT
Status: Updated 3/18/2024
June 2, 2024
Naugatuck Duck Day Festival
Downtown, Naugatuck, CT
Status: Updated 1/22/2024
June 2, 2024
Art in the Park
Center Memorial Park, Manchester, CT
Status: Updated 1/23/2024
June 2, 2024
Westbrook Spring Arts & Crafts Fair
Town Green, Westbrook, CT
Status: Updated 9/12/2023
June 2024 (dates not updated)
Danbury Street Festival
Downtown, Danbury, CT
Status: Updated 4/27/2023
June 2024 (dates not updated)
Main Street Festival
West Broad Street, Stratford, CT
Status: Updated 5/25/2023
June 2024 (dates not updated)
Bark in the Park
Latham Park, Stamford, CT
Status: Updated 4/5/2023
June 7 - 8, 2024
Fair on the Green
Town Green, Milford, CT
Status: Updated 3/15/2024
June 8, 2024
Southbury Strawberry Festival
UCC Southbury Church Green, Southbury, CT
Status: Updated 4/9/2024
June 8, 2024
Litchfield Marketplace
On the Green in the center of Litchfield, Litchfield, CT
Status: Updated 12/11/2023
June 8, 2024
Orange Congregational Church Strawberry Festival
Orange Fairgrounds at High Plains Community Center, Orange, CT
Status: Updated 11/14/2023
June 8, 2024
South Windsor Strawberry Festival & Craft Fair
Rotary Pavillion, South Windsor, CT
Status: Updated 3/21/2024
June 8, 2024
CT Localpalooza IX
Three Saints Park, Bethany, CT
Status: Updated 3/24/2024
June 8, 2024
Saint Michael's Naugatuck Artisan Fair
Naugatuck Green, Naugatuck, CT
Status: Updated 3/21/2024
June 8, 2024
Cheshire Strawberry Festival and Craft Fair
Cheshire Green, Cheshire, CT
Status: Updated 3/12/2024