Tavern Night with Fairfield Museum and History Center

Sun Tavern 370 Beach Road, Fairfield

In 1824, the Marquis de Lafayette, the last living General of the Continental Army from the Revolutionary War, embarked on a triumphant return to the United States on a whirlwind trip, and on August 20, 1824, he visited Fairfield, Connecticut, where he was lavishly entertained by the Town’s citizens. The Fairfield Museum is hosting an […]

$75

New London Pirate Night

Downtown New London Bank Street, New London

Ahoy, me hearties! The rowdy Bawdy Buccaneers are plotting a course for the New London Pirate Festival on August 17th, right at Parade Plaza! Embark on a musical journey with Captain Lance D. Boyle of the Picaroon Princess and his trusty First Mate & “Cruise Director,” Truly Scrumptious. They’ll drop anchor with their vessel, The […]

Sue Foley Trio – at Ballard Park in Ridgefield

Ballard Park 485 Main Street, Ridgefield

There are no reservations or tickets. Just come with your blankets, chairs and picnics. One of the finest blues and roots artists of our time. Her playing is pristine and powerful. She was the 2021, 22 & 23 winner of the Blues Music Awards’ Best Traditional Blues Female-Koko Taylor award.  https://www.suefoley.com. Generously Underwritten by the Gary […]

Destination Westport: In Gatsby’s Shoes with the Westport Museum for History and Culture

Longshore Marina 260 Compo Rd S Lot F Parking Area, Westport

Imagine it’s the summer of 1920. Westport is a sleepy farm community that lures New York’s most glamorous couple-F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald—to its shores. Seeking respite from their whirlwind Jazz era lives, the Fitzgeralds set up in an 18th century farmhouse that has seen Revolution and the building of a nation over many decades. Zelda […]

$25

The174th Annual Brooklyn Fair

W.C.A.S Brooklyn Fair 15 Fairgounds Road, Brooklyn

August 22-25, 2024 The Brooklyn Fair is an annual agricultural fair, sponsored by the Windham County Agricultural Society. The first fair was held in 1809 in Pomfret, CT. The fair was a success and it was held on a rotating basis between the towns of Brooklyn, Pomfret, and Woodstock. In 1849, the Society purchased the […]

Free – $13

The Steel Wheels – at Ballard Park in Ridgefield

Ballard Park 485 Main Street, Ridgefield

There are no reservations or tickets. Just come with your blankets, chairs and picnics. The Steel Wheels have long been at home in the creative space between tradition and innovation, but always moving forward with insightful lyrics and an evolving sound. In recent years they continue to explore deeply rooted yet fresh folk rock sounds. https://www.thesteelwheels.com […]

THE CHESTER FAIR!

Chester Fairground 11 Kirtland Terrace, Chester

AUGUST 23-25, 2024 This "country fair for all ages" features area livestock, food, rides, and more. This year's theme is "caring for the environment." Friday, August 23: Opening night with music by Leaf Jumpers, antique tractor pull, and various exhibits. Saturday, August 24: Livestock judging, composting and recycling presentations, frying pan toss contest, chainsaw carving […]

$8 – $10
Event Series Hey Stamford! Food Festival

Hey Stamford! Food Festival

Mill River Park 124 Town Center Dr, Stamford

TWO BIG WEEKENDS: August 16-18 and 23-25! 7th Annual Event to Feature Celebrity Chef Rocco Dispirito Hosting ‘Rocco’s Burger Bash’ with a Star-Studded Judges Panel, Including Melissa Gorga, Adam Richman, Lil’ Mo Mozzarella, and More! Plus, ‘Pizzapalozza’, ‘Island Vibes’, ‘Food Truck Frenzy’, Live Music, and More! For more information on the 2024 Hey Stamford! Food […]

$20 – $90

Woodstock Hilltoppers vs Thames Base Ball Club: Vintage Baseball at Fort Trumbull

Fort Trumbull New London

The Thames Base Ball Club is a non-profit vintage base ball team. Our goal is to promote and preserve the game of base ball as it was play in the mid-19th century and have fun while doing so. During our games we are available to answer any questions from the fans about the differences between […]

Open Air Market & Festival at Wadsworth Mansion

Wadsworth Mansion 421 Wadsworth Street, Middletown

The historic Mansion will transform its 700 foot vista into a marketplace and festival where a variety of vendors will gather to sell their Connecticut grown or made products. One can stroll from tent to tent purchasing fresh produce, fruit, cheese, breads and prepared foods. Local artisans such as potters, painters and jewelers have been […]