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Things to Do in Connecticut This Weekend

The 860 covers most of Connecticut outside Fairfield County and the immediate New Haven shore — Greater Hartford, the river valley, eastern towns, and shoreline gems like Mystic and Essex. This weekend’s calendar pulls together stadium shows, riverfront fests, farmers markets, and the community nights that usually live on a dozen different sites.

Search things to do in Connecticut this weekend, CT events, or Hartford area plans — updated daily from local calendars, not generic tourism lists.

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New Haven Museum: "It's Pronounced Ah-beetz" Exhibition Opening event image

Now thru Oct 31, 2027

New Haven Museum: "It's Pronounced Ah-beetz" Exhibition Opening

New Haven Museum

The New Haven Museum’s ongoing exhibition "It's Pronounced Ah-beetz" celebrates the rich history and culture of New Haven-style apizza.

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Tours of the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch event image

Now thru Oct 29

Tours of the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch

Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch · Hartford

Tours of the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch the top for views of the Park and State Capitol. Volunteer guides share history and symbolism; tours last 15-30 minutes; no preregistration required for small groups

Gillette Castle Tours event image

Now thru Sep 7 · All Day

Gillette Castle Tours

Gillette Castle State Park · East Haddam

Gillette Castle State Park offers guided tours from late May through early September, showcasing the unique architecture and scenic beauty…

Now thru Aug 15

GML Stairwell Gallery

GML Stairwell Gallery

GML Stairwell Gallery — event listed on the official calendar page.

International Summer Festival event image

Fri, Jul 24 · All Day

International Summer Festival

Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre Conishead Priory, Ulverston LA12 9QQ · UK

The International Summer Festival at Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre in Ulverston runs from July 24 to August 9, 2026.

LYSB Midsummer 5K event image

Sat, Jul 25

LYSB Midsummer 5K

Lymes' Youth Service Bureau (LYSB) · Old Lyme

The LYSB Midsummer 5K takes runners through the charming streets of Old Lyme starting at the Lymes' Youth Service Bureau on July 25.

Annual Fence Artists Show at 85 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT, United States, Connecticut event image

Sat, Jul 25

Annual Fence Artists Show at 85 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT, United States, Connecticut

Lyme Street · Old Lyme

Annual Fence Artists Show at 85 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT, United States, Connecticut on Sat, Jul 25.

Falcon Ridge Folk Festival event image

Sat, Jul 25

Falcon Ridge Folk Festival

Goshen Fairgrounds

The Falcon Ridge Folk Festival lands at the Goshen Fairgrounds on July 25, bringing a curated lineup of 20 folk music exhibitors to this…

Willimantic Farmers Market event image

Sat, Jul 25, 8:00 AM

Willimantic Farmers Market

Willimantic Farmers Market

Willimantic Farmers Market join the community of local farmers and artisans offering fresh produce, baked goods, and crafts.

Downtown Milford Farmers Market – 2026 Season | Children’s Market Edition event image

Sat, Jul 25 · 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Downtown Milford Farmers Market – 2026 Season | Children’s Market Edition

Wasson Field · Milford

The Children’s Market Edition returns to the Downtown Milford Farmers Market on July 25 at Wasson Field, continuing its mission to inspire…

Old Lyme Arts District Midsummer Festival event image

Sat, Jul 25, 9:00 AM

Old Lyme Arts District Midsummer Festival

Florence Griswold Museum

The Old Lyme Arts District comes alive on July 25, 2026, with the Midsummer Festival celebrating local arts and culture.

Clinton Farmers Market event image

Sat, Jul 25, 9:00 AM

Clinton Farmers Market

Clinton Town Green

Clinton Farmers Market featuring fresh local produce, baked goods, and artisan crafts. Support local farmers and enjoy community vibes. Seasonal outdoor market

BookWyrm Fest at West Hartford Public Library event image

Sat, Jul 25 · 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

BookWyrm Fest at West Hartford Public Library

West Hartford Public Library

West Hartford Public Library hosts BookWyrm Fest on Saturday, July 25, celebrating adventure, fantasy, and gaming culture.

Farmers Market at Billings Forge event image

Sat, Jul 25, 10:00 AM

Farmers Market at Billings Forge

Billings Forge · Hartford

Farmers Market at Billings Forge featuring fresh local produce, artisanal foods, and crafts. Family-friendly and pet-friendly. Community market with local produce and crafts

Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis event image

Sat, Jul 25, 10:00 AM

Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis

Garde Arts Center (GA) · New London

Catch the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis at the Garde Arts Center on Saturday, July 25.

NEW! All-American Summer Celebration event image

Sat, Jul 25, 10:00 AM

NEW! All-American Summer Celebration

Lake Compounce · Bristol

NEW! All-American Summer Celebration at Lake Compounce in Bristol is a weekly Saturday series — this one's on Saturday, July 25 at 10:00 AM.

FETECHILLA JAB IN CAMO at 3340 Main St event image

Sat, Jul 25, 10:00 AM

FETECHILLA JAB IN CAMO at 3340 Main St

3340 Main St · Hartford

FETECHILLA JAB IN CAMO at 3340 Main St on Sat, Jul 25.

Old Lyme Midsummer Festival 2026 event image

Sat, Jul 25, 10:00 AM

Old Lyme Midsummer Festival 2026

Florence Griswold Museum

The Old Lyme Midsummer Festival returns on July 25 at the Florence Griswold Museum, celebrating art, music, and community spirit.

TSC Acoustic “XMAS In July” @Waterford Farmers Market! event image

Sat, Jul 25, 11:00 AM

TSC Acoustic “XMAS In July” @Waterford Farmers Market!

Waterford Farmers Market

Celebrate a festive 'XMAS In July' with TSC Acoustic at the Waterford Farmers Market on July 25.

Dave Matthews Band at The Meadows Music Theatre event image

Sat, Jul 25, 11:00 AM

Dave Matthews Band at The Meadows Music Theatre

The Meadows Music Theatre · Hartford

Dave Matthews Band at The Meadows Music Theatre on Sat, Jul 25.

Old Lyme Town Fireworks event image

Sat, Jul 25 · 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Old Lyme Town Fireworks

Florence Griswold Museum

Old Lyme’s annual town fireworks light up the sky on July 25 at sundown.

Arts District Midsummer Festival event image

Sat, Jul 25 · 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Arts District Midsummer Festival

Florence Griswold Museum

Old Lyme's Arts District comes alive on July 25th with the Midsummer Festival, a free outdoor celebration packed with arts, crafts, music,…

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An Afternoon to Remember: Silent Art Auction in Honor of Tyler W. Scholefield event image

Sat, Jul 25 · 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

An Afternoon to Remember: Silent Art Auction in Honor of Tyler W. Scholefield

Coles Road Brewing · Berlin

Celebrate the life and legacy of Tyler W.

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