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Danbury, CT: ONE NIGHT ONLY! The unforgettable music of ABBA comes to the historic Palace Danbury Theatre on Saturday, August 1 , when Mamma Mania: The American Tribute to ABBA takes the stage. ⚽ Sweden may be out of the tournament, but its greatest hits are still coming to Danbury. 🎶 From “Dancing Queen” and “Mamma Mia” to “Waterloo,” “Take a Chance on Me,” and more, Mamma Mania features the songs that made ABBA one of the best-selling pop groups of all time. More than 50 years later, ABBA's music continues to bring audiences together. Fans who grew up with the group—and those who discovered the music through Mamma Mia!—will hear the songs that have become favorites across generations. Perfect for a night out with friends or family, Mamma Mania offers an evening filled with familiar songs and lasting memories. Group seating and discounted group pricing are available, making it easy to gather everyone for a fun night at The Palace Danbury Theatre . Tickets are on sale now for Mamma Mania: The American Tribute to ABBA , appearing Saturday, August 1 , at The Palace Danbury Theatre . Event Details Mamma Mania: The American Tribute to ABBA 📅 Saturday, August 1, 2026 📍 The Palace Danbury Theatre 165 Main Street Danbury, CT 06810 🎟️ Tickets are on sale now. Gather your friends and enjoy an evening celebrating the music of ABBA.

North Haven, CT: Dust off your boots, grab your cowboy hat, and get ready for one of Connecticut's biggest new summer festivals! The inaugural Connecticut Country Music Fest rides into the North Haven Fairgrounds on Saturday, August 1 , bringing together nationally recognized country artists, hometown favorites, and a full day of music, food, and family-friendly fun. Fairfield After Dark is proud to partner with the inaugural Connecticut Country Music Fest because we know our readers love discovering great live music, unforgettable festivals, and unique experiences. This event is the perfect fit for the FAD community, and we're excited to offer our readers an exclusive 10% discount on tickets when they use promo code FAD10 at checkout. Fresh off her standout run as a finalist on NBC's The Voice; rising country star Morgan Myles has officially joined the Main Stage lineup. Known for her powerhouse vocals and electrifying live performances, Myles joins an impressive roster that includes Annie Bosko , Mark Mackay , and Kristen Brown . Hosting the festivities is platinum-selling recording artist and American Idol winner Taylor Hicks , bringing his unmistakable energy, charisma, and stage presence to what promises to be one of Connecticut's biggest country music celebrations of the summer. The music doesn't stop with the national artists. The Regional Spotlight Stage will showcase some of Connecticut's favorite performers, including North County Band , Al Raebuck , and North Haven's own The Joe D Band , highlighting the incredible talent found right here in our backyard. Beyond the music, festivalgoers can enjoy an action-packed day with plenty included in the price of admission: 🎟️ FREE Parking 💧 FREE Water 🪓 FREE Axe Throwing 🐂 FREE Mechanical Bull Ride 👢 FREE Line Dancing Whether you're a lifelong country music fan or simply looking for an unforgettable summer outing, the Connecticut Country Music Fest promises a full day of live entertainment, delicious food, interactive activities, and plenty of country hospitality. Fairfield After Dark Exclusive As a Fairfield After Dark reader, you'll receive 10% OFF your tickets by entering promo code FAD10 at checkout. Grab your tickets here! Be part of Connecticut music history as the state's newest country music festival makes its highly anticipated debut. Round up your family and friends, pull on your boots, and get ready for an unforgettable day of incredible music, great entertainment, and summer fun. We'll see you on August 1 at the North Haven Fairgrounds!

It’s hard to believe there are 99+ things to do this week in and around Fairfield County—but there really are! Kick off the weekend at ODEEN'S at Oak Hills with Trivia Thursday , then enjoy Tangled Vine live Friday from 7–10 PM . In Ridgefield, ODEEN'S BBQ welcomes Isabelle & Phill on the porch Friday from 5:30–8:30 PM — the perfect excuse to make a dinner reservation. New York Comedy Club Stamford is open Wednesday through Monday , bringing some of the best comedians in the business to Fairfield County. This weekend, comedian, radio host, actor, and New York Times bestselling author Jim Norton headlines four shows —Friday and Saturday at 7 PM and 9:30 PM . Check availability and grab your tickets. Brass & Bone in South Norwalk keeps the music going all week with James Gilmore and Karaoke on Wednesday, Mike Cusa and The Bernadettes on Thursday, FAKE ID and She Sings Bob Dylan on Friday, The Nick Quartet and Coyote on Saturday, plus Scott on Sunday. Great food, live entertainment, and an unbeatable atmosphere make it a must-visit. Reserve your table today. At Aquila's Nest Vineyards , enjoy a Sushi Class Thursday, an Elvis Meets Neil Diamond Tribute and Speed Dating (Ages 45–55) Friday, a Bruce Springsteen Tribute Saturday, and Back to the '80s Drag Bingo Sunday. A special shoutout to Summer Theatre of New Canaan, opening its 23rd season with Matilda The Musical, running July 10–26 at NCHS Theater- 11 Farm Rd, New Canaan, CT. Opening Night is Saturday, July 11 . And that's only the beginning—discover 99+ events, concerts, festivals, theater, family fun, and more happening throughout Fairfield County this week! Wednesday, July 8, 2026 Bethel: The Jones Factor's 10 Pcs Of Serious Soul, Jazz & Funk Lands at La Zingara(7pm – 9pm) ☀️🎶 Danbury: Carla Staffaroni at St. James Episcopal Church(12pm) Easton: Easton Declaration Dinner at Thyme Rooftop Grille(5pm –8pm) ☀️🎶 Fairfield: Al Decant & Joy Blooms perform at Fairfield's Peanut Butter Jam Concerts at Sherman Green(10:15am) Fairfield: Music with The Lamb Jam at The Seagrape Fairfield(8:30pm) ☀️🎶 Greenwich: The Bearcats – Jazz at Roger Sherman Baldwin Park (7pm) ☀️🎶 New Canaan: Otis and the Hurricanes – New Orleans Funk, Delta Blues at Waveny Park(7:30 – 9:30pm) ⭐🎟️Newtown: Vineyard Pilates Series by Kalia at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(6pm) Norwalk: Detroy Langer & Riccio Organ Trio at Greer Southern Table(6pm –9pm) ☀️🎶Norwalk: Al Fenton Big Band at Calf Pasture Beach(7pm) 🍽️🎤⭐Norwalk: KARAOKE Party at BRASS & BONE(8pm) 🍽️ Norwalk: Acoustic Dinner w/ James Gilmore at Brass & Bone(6pm –8pm) ☀️🎶Shelton: Silver Steel Band - Shelton Music under the stars Summer Concert Series (7pm) Shelton: Benny at Spotted Horse Tavern(8pm) Stratford: Rockoustic at Joey C's Boathouse Cantina & Grill(5;30pm – 8:30pm) 😂🎟️⭐Stamford: Comedians Alex Babbitt, Mia Wilson, Igor Martinez, Ben Fisher at New York Comedy Club Stamford (7pm) Trumbull: 250th Anniversary of American Beer(6pm – 7pm) Thursday, July 9, 2026 ☀️🎶Bridgeport: Brandi & The Alexanders Brandi and the Alexanders + Orquestra Afinke Orquesta Afinke on McLevy Green(6pm –8:45pm) Bridgeport: Ava Valiante at Twelvenote Brew Co.(7pm –10pm) 🚢🌙🎶 Bridgeport: Twilight Music Cruise(6pm –9:30pm) Danbury: Rock Band Night at Charter Oak Brewing and Taproom(6:30pm –9pm) Danbury: Thursday Open Jam with Sugar House at Sugar Hollow Taproom(7pm) ☀️🎶 Fairfield: Kathy Thompson Band (Funk, Soul, R&B) at Sherman Green Gazebo (6:30pm –8pm) Fairfield: Tangled Vine at The Sinclair(8:30pm) Milford: Havana Nights at Stonebridge(6pm) 🎶🆓Newtown: Sal Grillo at Aquila’s Nest Vineyard (5:30-8:30pm) ⭐🎟️Newtown: The Sushi Class at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(6:30pm) ⭐🎟️Newtown: Yoga in the Vineyard at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(6:30pm) ☀️🎶 Newtown: Keltic Kick at the Dickinson Memorial Bandshell - Newtown (6:30pm –8pm) 🧠🍽️ Norwalk: Trivia Night at ODEEN'S(7pm –9pm) Norwalk: Daniel Madeson at BJ Ryan's EAST(7:30pm –10pm) 🍽️🎶🆓 Norwalk: The Bernadettes at Brass & Bone(9pm) 🍽️ 🎶🆓 Norwalk: Mike Cusa at Brass & Bone(5pm –8pm) Piermont, NY: Tune-Up Thursdays(5pm –10pm) ☀️🎶Redding: Mark Rust - Celebrates America's 250 at Topstone Park (4pm – 6pm) ☀️🎶 Ridgefield: Sam Reider & the Human Hands at Ridgefield’s Ballard Park (7pm) Stratford: SAPPHIRE at Blackbird's Nest(5pm) Stratford: Elliot Thompson Band at Joey C's Boathouse Cantina & Grill(6:30pm) 😂🎟️⭐Stamford: Comedians Jack Finnegan, Talal Alyan, Nonye Brown-West, Emily Walsh at New York Comedy Club Stamford(7pm) Westport: Abena Koomson-Davis at Jazz Society of Fairfield County, Inc.(7:30pm – 10pm) Westport: Music with Billy Genuario(9pm) ☀️🎶 Wilton: Over Easy - Wilton Library Summer Music Concert in the Brubeck Room(5pm –6:30pm) Friday, July 10, 2026 Bethel: Bethel Food Truck Friday at Municipal Center Lawn (5-8pm) Bethel: Tom Duffy Band at Broken Symmetry(6pm) Bethel: Mike and Ike at Dragonfly(6pm –9pm) Bethel: Shawn Taylor at Shakedown Street Eats(6:30pm) Bethel: Bone Dry at NOTCH8(8pm) Bedford, NY: Cross Purpose at Bedford Playhouse(6:30pm) ☀️🎶Bethlehem: Matthew Dylan & The Outlaws at March Farms Hilltop (6-8pm) ☀️🎶Brookfield: Pop Rocks at the Summer Concerts in the Park - Brookfield (6:30pm) ☀️🎶Bridgeport: Hooch - Friday Night Music on the Dock at Port 5(5pm –8:30pm) Bridgeport: Anthony Edley at Boca Oyster Bar(3pm – 6pm) Bridgeport: Zach Fields at Twelvenote Brew Co.(7pm –10pm) Darien: Darien Town Fireworks & Celebration(6:30pm) ☀️🎶Danbury: Graceland (Paul Simon Tribute) at Danbury City Center Green(7pm – 9:30pm) Danbury: Zach Anderson at Charter Oak Brewing and Taproom(7pm –9pm) Danbury: Pimpinella at Sugar Hollow Taproom(8:30pm) Fairfield: Wavelength at Elicit Brewing Co – Fairfield(9pm) ☀️🎶Greenwich: Chasing Romeo at Clubhouse at the Griff(7pm –10pm) ☀️🎶Monroe: The Justin Timberlake Experience - Monroe Arts in the Park Concerts(7pm) ⭐🎟️🎭 New Canaan: Matilda The Musical(6:30pm) New Fairfield: Illuminated Boat Parade on Candlewood Lake(5:30pm – 9pm) ⭐🎟️Newtown: Llamas and Llibations at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(5:30pm) ⭐🎟️Newtown: Elvis Meets Neil Diamond Tribute Show at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(6:30pm) ⭐🎟️Newtown: Speed Dating Ages 45-55 at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(7pm) ☀️🎶Norwalk: Tangled Vine - ODEEN's at Oak Hills(7pm –10pm) Norwalk: Captain Obvious at 314 Beer Garden(7pm –11pm) Norwalk: Owen Daniels at BanC House(8pm –11pm) 🍽️ Norwalk: She Sings Dylan at Brass & Bone(9pm) 🍽️ Norwalk: Acoustic Dinner with Fake ID at Brass & Bone(6pm –8:30pm) Old Greenwich: That's What She Said at Bosco's Bar and Grill(9pm) Putnam Valley, NY: Fire & Thyme at Tompkins Corners(6pm) Port Chester, NY: TASCA & Color TV at Garcia’s at The Capitol Theatre(8pm) ⭐🍽️🎶 Ridgefield: Isabelle & Phil on the Porch at Odeen's Ridgefield(5:30pm –8:30pm) Ridgefield: John Paris at Nod Hill Brewery(6:30pm) Stratford: Rockacoustic at Blackbird's Nest(6pm) Stratford: Diva & The Playboys at Joey C's Boathouse Cantina & Grill(9pm) 😂🎟️⭐Stamford: Comedian Jim Norton at New York Comedy Club Stamford (4 Shows)(7pm –9:30pm) Stamford: The Proper Villains at Tiernan's Bar & Restaurant(9:30pm) ☀️🎶Westport: MATTEO BOCELLI at The Levitt Pavilion (7:30pm) ☀️🎶Westport: Steve Keith - Music on Church Lane(5:30pm –9pm) Westport: The Five O'Clocks at Black Duck Cafe(9pm) Westport: Jonathan Niles Chapman at Walrus Alley(12pm –3pm) Woodbury: East Coast Combs - Luke Combs Tribute at Woodbury Brewing Company(8:30pm – 11pm) Saturday, July 11, 2026 Ansonia: Midsummer Fantasy Renaissance Faire in Warsaw Park(11am – 6:30pm) Bethel: Beats Per Minute at Dragonfly(6pm –9pm) Bethel: Iris Lies Trio at Shakedown Street Eats(6:30pm) Bethel: Black Rock Blues at NOTCH8(8pm) Brookfield: Rio Sorrentino at Pulcinella(7pm – 10pm) ☀️🎶Bridgeport: Rock Paper Soul at Captain's Cove Seaport (Marina, Restaurant & Bar)(4pm –8pm) Bridgeport: Small Town Rollers at Twelvenote Brew Co.(7pm –10pm) ☀️🎶Bridgeport: Pangea at Captain's Cove Seaport (Marina, Restaurant & Bar)(8pm – 12am) Cos Cob: Gusaco Party at St Lawrence Society(1pm – 5pm) Cos Cob: The Underdog at St Lawrence Society(7pm) Danbury: Old Exit 19 at Charter Oak Brewing and Taproom(5pm – 8pm) Danbury: Stella Blues at Sugar Hollow Taproom(8:30pm) ☀️🎶Fairfield: El Camino at Fairfield's Sweet Sounds of Summer Concerts Series at Sherman Green (6:30pm) Fairfield: Southern Heartbreakers at Elicit Brewing Co – Fairfield(9pm) Milford: East/West PlayFest 2026 (4pm –6pm) ⭐🎟️Newtown: Ponies and Wine Time at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(11:30am) ⭐🎟️Newtown: Cheese Fondue Dip & Sip at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(12pm) 🎶🆓Newtown: Candlewood Band at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(2pm – 5pm) ⭐🎟️💃🕺 Newtown: Bruce Springsteen Tribute Show at Aquila’s Nest Vineyard (6pm) Newtown: Bluesy Band at NewSylum Brewing Co.(3pm – 6pm) Newtown: Between The Keys at Perfusion Bar(8pm – 11pm) ☀️🎶Norwalk: Perry and Friends at Norwalk Green(7-9pm) ☀️🎶Norwalk: River Ramble in Pinkney Park (11am) 🚢🌙 Norwalk: Cruise and Tour to Green's Ledge & Sheffield Island Lighthouse(8:30am) 🛍️☀️ Norwalk: Norwalk Outdoor Sunset Bazaar(4pm – 8pm) 🍽️ Norwalk: Nick DiMaria Quartet at Brass & Bone(6pm) 🍽️ Norwalk: Coyote at Brass & Bone(9:30pm) Norwalk: Incidental Contact at 314 Beer Garden(7pm –11pm) Old Greenwich: Liquor Cake at Bosco's Bar and Grill(9pm –12am) Redding: Fuzz On It at Milestone(9pm) Ridgefield: Mr. Know it All at Nod Hill Brewery(5pm) Sherman: Roger Sherman: A Key Figure in America’s Revolutionary Story(12pm –4pm) Sherman: The Pears: Acoustic Experience Concert at Jewish Community Center(7:30pm – 9:30pm) Shelton: Sketchy at Spotted Horse Tavern(6pm) Shelton: Pimpinella at Pier 131 Kitchen + Bar(9:30pm –12am) Stratford: Riptide Rythm at Joey C's Boathouse Cantina & Grill(2pm – 5pm) Stratford: Sentinel Salt at Blackbird's Nest(6pm) Stratford: That Band at Joey C's Boathouse Cantina & Grill(9pm) 😂🎟️⭐Stamford: Comedian Jim Norton at New York Comedy Club Stamford (4 Shows)(7pm – 9:30pm) 😂🎟️⭐Stamford: Comedians Subhah Agarwal, Jessica Levin, Avery Quinn, Phil Duckett at New York Comedy Club Stamford(4:30pm) Stamford: Mugshot at Tiernan's Bar & Restaurant(9:30pm) 🌅🎉 Watertown: Watertown Summer Night Out(6pm –9pm) ☀️🎶Weston: Music in the Meadow with Quinn Sullivan (6:30pm) ☀️🎶Westport: EGGY RETURNS TO THE LEVITT PAVILION (4pm) ☀️🎶Westport: Picnic on the 4th of July - Music on Church Lane(5:30pm –9pm) Westport: Old Bob at Walrus Alley(7:30pm –10:30pm) Westport: Shell Shockt at Black Duck Cafe(9pm) Sunday, July 12, 2026 Ansonia: Midsummer Fantasy Renaissance Faire in Warsaw Park(11am – 6:30pm) Bethel: Drag Brunch at Shakedown Street Eats(12pm) Bethel: Station Road at NOTCH8(8pm) ☀️🎶Bridgeport: Bad Saints Stripped - Sunday Night Music on the Dock at Port 5(3pm) Bridgeport: The Jones Factor at Twelvenote Brew Co.(2pm – 5pm) ☀️🎶Bridgeport: To The Max at Captain's Cove Seaport (Marina, Restaurant & Bar)(3pm – 7pm) Danbury: Ol’ Moose and Friends at Charter Oak Brewing and Taproom(3pm – 5pm) ☀️🎶Easton: CT Grateful Dead All Stars* (All-Star Tribute to America's Favorite Jam Band) - Concerts on the Hill (6pm -8pm) ☀️🎶Fairfield: Rhythm City (Timeless Classics to Today's Hits) at Sherman Green Gazebo (6:30pm –8pm) ☀️🎶Greenwich: Local Enough at Clubhouse at the Griff(5pm –8pm) ⭐🎶🆓 Newtown: Corey Lewin at Aquila’s Nest Vineyard (2:30-5:30pm) ⭐🎟️ Newtown: Back to the 80's Drag Bingo at Aquila’s Nest Vineyard (12pm) ⭐🎟️💃🕺 Newtown: Salsa Meets Soulful Bachata Dance Night at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(6pm) Newtown: Brian Matzke Band at NewSylum Brewing Co.(2pm – 5pm) Norwalk: Eliot Thompson at Washington Prime(12pm – 3pm) Norwalk: ROSEWOOD & HONEY at Dry Dock Bar & Grill(3pm – 6pm) ☀️🎶Norwalk: TTD Sundays: Old School 203 - Concert at Calf Pasture Beach(5pm –7pm) 🍽️Norwalk: Sundays with Scott aat Brass & Bone(4:30pm) ☀️🎶Old Greenwich: Americana Family Jamboree & Barn Dance - Greenwich Point Summer Concerts(4pm) ☀️🎶Redding: David Morgan at The Redding Town Green (6-8pm) Redding: Dan Tressler at Milestone(4pm) Shelton: Feringo Band at Spotted Horse Tavern(8pm) Stratford: Johnny Hollywood at Blackbird's Nest(11am) Stratford: Rob Glassman Band at Joey C's Boathouse Cantina & Grill(3pm –7pm) Stratford: No Strings Attached at Blackbird's Nest(5pm) ☀️🎶Stamford: Gunsmoke - Music at the Bartlett(5pm –7pm) 😂🎟️⭐Stamford: Sunday Night Comedy Show at New York Comedy Club Stamford(7pm) ☀️🎶Trumbull: Grateful Ghost at Trumbull’s Sunday Summer Concert Series at the Gazebo (4pm) ☀️🎶Weston: The Davis Guitar Duo at Weston Library(4pm – 6pm) Westport: Jonathan Niles Chapman at Walrus Alley(12pm –3pm) Westport: The Hot Club of Black Rock. at Walrus Alley(5pm – 8pm)