35,000 Daffodils Return in Spectacular Second-Year Bloom at Aquila’s Nest Vineyards in Sandy Hook

This week is packed with annual favorites, first-time events, live music, festivals and plenty of reasons to get out and enjoy Fairfield County! 🎉 Longtime traditions like the Bridgewater Country Fair and San Gennaro Festival in Danbury return, while Black Rock PorchFest celebrates its 10th anniversary on Saturday, August 22 . Looking for something new? Pop Shop Market makes its Darien Commons debut this Saturday, bringing a curated collection of local makers and one-of-a-kind finds to town. And don’t forget—those outdoor summer concerts are beginning to wind down, so enjoy them while you can! 🎶 Live music fans have plenty of choices this weekend. Catch the Gipsy Kings at Edmond Town Hall on Saturday, August 22 , or head to Aquila’s Nest Vineyards , recently voted #5 in the USA for Best Wine Tasting Room , ☔💜 Check out a Prince Tribute Show on Saturday or Bollywood to Hollywood Dance Night on Sunday. If laughter is more your speed, disconnect from the daily grind with a night of stand-up at New York Comedy Club Stamford . 🛍️ This Week’s FAD Highlight: Pop Shop Market at Darien Commons ! On Saturday, August 22, from 11 a.m.–5 p.m. , Pop Shop Market kicks off its Darien series with a handpicked collection of independent makers, small businesses and unique finds. Pop Shop Market has become a favorite in communities throughout Fairfield County, and we’re excited to see Ashley bring her curated markets to Darien! Can’t make it this Saturday? They’ll be back at Darien Commons on September 19, October 17 and November 21, 2026 . Happy shopping, festival hopping and exploring Fairfield County! 🛍️🎶🎡 Tuesday, August 18, 2026 ☀️🎶Bridgeport: Tangled Vine - Black Rock Concert Series (6pm – 8pm) ☀️🎶Bridgeport: The Underdogs at BRYAC Black Rock(10pm) New Canaan: Tuesday Night Jazz with Noreen Mola Quartet at Roger Sherman Inn(6pm - 8:30pm) ⭐🍽️ Norwalk: Open Mic Night at Brass & Bone(8pm) ☀️🎶Stratford: Leigh Henry & Jazzmattaz Outside on the Paradise Green Gazebo (7pm) ☀️🎶Stamford: Jailhouse at Bedford Street Plaza (Street Beats pop-up)(6pm - 8pm) ☀️🎶Stamford: Jon Slow at 355 Atlantic Street(Street Beats pop-up)(6pm - 8pm) ☀️🎶Stamford: Luke Molina at Ferguson Library (Street Beats pop-up)(6pm - 8pm) Stamford: Kismet at Villa Italia Restaurant(6:30pm) ☀️🎶Trumbull: Music by Zev at Trumbull’s Summer Kids Concert Series(10-11am) ☀️🎶 Trumbull: The Grennan Brothers Band at Trumbull Gazebo Tuesday Night Concert Series(7pm) Wednesday, August 19, 2026 Bethel: Swing du Jour" Gypsy & Trad Jazz at La Zingara Restaurant(7pm - 9:15pm) Bridgeport: The Red Planet at BRYAC Black Rock(6pm) Bridgeport: Hurley Hour at BRYAC Black Rock(7pm) Bridgeport: Park City Blues Jam at Park City Music Hall(7pm - 10pm) 🎠🎪 Danbury: Danbury San Gennaro Festival(5pm - 11pm) Danbury: Wed Open Mic at Sugar Hollow Taproom(7pm) Fairfield: Music with The Lamb Jam at The Seagrape Fairfield(8:30pm) ☀️🎶Greenwich: Billy and the Showmen - R&B at Roger Sherman Baldwin Park(7pm) ☀️🎶New Canaan: Fairfield Counts Band – Big Band (Miller, Dorsey) at Waveny Park(7:30 – 9:30pm) ⭐🎟️Newtown: Country Line Dancing at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(6pm) ⭐🎟️Newtown: Sunset Zumba in the Vineyard at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(6pm) Norwalk: Detroy Langer & Riccio Organ Trio at Greer Southern Table(6pm - 9pm) ⭐🍽️ Norwal: KARAOKE PARTY at Brass & Bone(8pm) Norwalk: Kathy Thompson Band at Calf Pasture Beach(7pm) Pawling, NY: Greye at Daryl's House Restaurant & Music Club(7pm) Piermont, NY: Philip Anthony at OTTO'S FULL SERVICE(6pm - 9pm) Redding: Old Time Jam at The Granite(7:30pm) Shelton: Benny at Spotted Horse Tavern(8pm) ☀️🎶Shelton: Logical Pretzel - Shelton Music under the stars Summer Concert Series (7pm) ☀️🎶Southbury: River of Dreams takes over the Southbury Green Summer Concert(6pm –8pm) Stratford: Dan Tressler Duo at Joey C's Boathouse Cantina & Grill(5:30pm - 8:30pm) ☀️🎶Westport: Fyütch & Aura V : Children’s Series at Levitt Pavilion(7pm) Thursday, August 20, 2026 Bethel: COUNTRY MUSIC -ERIC MOCK at Whitlock's Restaurant(6pm - 9pm) Bridgeport: Dale Allen at Captain's Cove Seaport - Marina & Restaurant(5pm) Bridgeport: Jared Cowen at The Castle Black Rock(7pm - 10pm) Bridgeport: Bryac Funk Night Party with Friends at BRYAC Black Rock(9pm) 🎠🎪 Danbury: Danbury San Gennaro Festival(5pm - 11pm) Danbury: Thursday Open Jam with Sweet n Low at Sugar Hollow Taproom(8pm) Fairfield: Fake ID at The Sinclair(8:30pm) ☀️🎶Fairfield: Ellis Island (Rock Hits 70's to Today) at Sherman Green Gazebo (6:30pm – 8pm) Milford: John Hutchinson at Cafe Atlantique(5pm) Milford: EMILY MAGER BAND at Stonebridge Restaurant(6pm) ⭐🎶Newtown: Music with Michael Malone at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(5:30pm - 8:30pm) ⭐🎟️Newtown: Astrology Reading Night at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(5:30pm - 9pm) ⭐🎟️Newtown: Alisa's House of salsa Dance Night at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(6pm) ⭐🍽️ 🎤Norwalk: MIKE CUSA at Brass & Bone(5pm - 8pm) 🍔🍺🧠Norwalk: Trivia Night at ODEEN'S(7pm - 9pm) Norwalk: Gypsy Brown Acoustic at BJ Ryan's EAST(7:30pm - 10pm) Pawling, NY: Don't Look Back - The Boston Experience at Daryl's House Restaurant & Music Club(8pm) Shelton: Jack + Allie at The Gilded Whitlocks(6pm) Shelton: Only Child at Spotted Horse Tavern(8pm) Stratford: Inity Reggae Band at Joey C's Boathouse Cantina & Grill(6:30pm) ☀️🎶Stamford: Elana Zabari at Kiwanis Park (Street Beats pop-up)(6pm - 8pm) ☀️🎶Stamford: The TNT Blues Revue at Columbus Park(Street Beats pop-up)(6pm - 8pm) ☀️🎶Stamford: Free Outdoor Concert: Orchestra Lumos, East Coast Contemporary Ballet and Stamford Downtown Present The Four Seasons(7pm - 8pm) ☀️🎶Stamford: Music & Movement at Kiwanis Park(7pm) ⭐😂🎟️Stamford: That's Fair Comedy ft: Danny Braff, Chris Cyr, Cody Marino, Mo Mussa at New York Comedy Club Stamford(7pm) ☀️🎶Westport: Borboletta : A Tribute to Santana at Levitt Pavilion(7:30pm) Westport: Dave Stryker Quintet at Jazz at the Post at VFW Post 399(7:30pm - 10pm) Friday, August 21, 2026 Bethel: Jake Kulak at Broken Symmetry Brew(6pm) Bethel: BRANDON MULLIS at Whitlock's Restaurant(6pm - 9pm) Bethel: Gravity Feed at Dragonfly(6pm - 9pm) Bethel: Bourbon Honey at Shakedown Street Eats(6:30pm) Bethel: Harmonic Aggression at Notch8 Bar(8pm) ☀️🎶Bethlehem: Eight To The Bar at March Farms Hilltop (6-8pm) ☀️🎶Brookfield: Future Tense at Brookfield Town Hall (6:30pm) Bridgeport: Fake ID at Boca Oyster Bar(3pm - 6pm) Bridgeport: Jailhouse at Captain's Cove Seaport (Marina, Restaurant & Bar)(5pm - 9pm) ☀️🎶Bridgeport: Chris D'Amato at Twelvenote Brew Co.(7pm - 10pm) Bridgeport: Herman & Friends at The Castle Black Rock(8pm - 11pm) Bridgeport: Poprocks at Boca Oyster Bar(8pm - 11pm) Bridgeport: American 27's at BRYAC Black Rock(10pm) ☀️🎶Bridgeport: Vita Rose - Friday Night Music on the Dock at Port 5(5pm –8:30pm) 🎠🎪 Bridgewater: Bridewater Country Fair(4pm - 11pm) ☀️🎶Darien: End of Summer Luau at Weed Beach(5:30pm - 8:30pm) 🎠🎪 Danbury: Danbury San Gennaro Festival(5pm - 11pm) Danbury: John Fazio Jr at Charter Oak Brewing and Taproom(7pm - 9pm) Danbury: Don Minnot High Voltage Band at Sugar Hollow Taproom(8:30pm) Danbury: DJ Durso at Elicit Brewing Co - Danbury(10pm) ☀️🎶Fairfield: Jazz Fridays with Vinny & Ray Afro-Cuban Jazz at Fairfield Museum(6:30pm - 8pm) Fairfield: Hawkins French at Elicit Brewing Co - Fairfield(9pm) Fairfield: DJ Roc at Elicit Brewing Co - Fairfield(10pm) Greenwich: Finders Keepers at Clubhouse at the Griff(8pm - 11pm) 🎠🎪 🛍️Lyme: Hamburg Fair(5pm - 10:30pm) Milford: BENNY MIKULA at Stonebridge Restaurant(6pm) Milford: Brian Theoret at Cafe Atlantique(6:30pm) Milford: SIMPLIFY SOCIALS at Stonebridge Restaurant(9pm) New Milford: Junk at Housatonic River Brewing(7pm - 10pm) 🎠🎪 Newtown: Summer Carnival at Fairfield Hills Campus - Newtown(5pm) ⭐🎟️Newtown: Llamas and Llibations at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(5:30pm) ⭐🎶Newtown: Music with Filo Fox at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(5:30pm - 8:30pm) ⭐🎟️Newtown: Baked Brie & Vino Night at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(6pm) ⭐🎟️Newtown: Mind Mysteries Show at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(6pm) Newtown: Dale Allen Acoustic Ride at Reverie Brewing Company(6pm - 9pm) Newtown: DJ JR In The Mix at Perfusion Bar(8pm - 1am) Norwalk: JuiceBox at 314 Beer Garden(7:30pm - 10:30pm) Norwalk: Corey Lewin at BanC House(8pm - 11pm) Norwalk: Tangled Vine at Sails American Grill(9pm - 12am) ⭐🍽️ 🎶Norwalk: PEAK AT Brass & Bone(9:30pm) Pawling, NY: Red NOT Chili Peppers at Daryl's House Restaurant & Music Club(8pm) Port Chester, NY: Soundship Space Bus Tour Pretty Lights at The Capitol Theatre(6:30pm) Port Chester, NY: Pretty Lights Afterparty Jonathan StrÆnge at Garcia's at The Capitol Theatre(8pm) Ridgefield: Nathaniel Hintz at Nod Hill Brewery(6:30pm) Stratford: ROCKCOUSTIC at Blackbird's Nest(6pm) Stratford: Shameless at Joey C's Boathouse Cantina & Grill(9pm) ⭐😂🎟️Stamford: Jerrod Carmichael (Emmy-winning comedian) at New York Comedy Club Stamford (7pm) ⭐😂🎟️Stamford: Comedians Jared Harvin, Samantha Santos, Emily Walsh, Jarrett Campbell at New York Comedy Club Stamford(9:30pm) Stamford: Pimpinella at Third Place by Half Full Brewery(7pm - 10pm) Stamford: Zully Ramos & the OG's at Tiernan's Bar & Restaurant(9:30pm) ☀️🎶Westport: THE MACHINE PERFORMS PINK FLOYD at Levitt Pavilion(7pm) Westport: Symphonic Bodega at Walrus Alley(7:30pm - 10:30pm) Westport: Fan Fiction at Black Duck Cafe(9pm) ☀️🎶Westport: Steve Ferentzy - Music on Church Lane(5:30pm –9pm) Woodbury: Anchor Management at Woodbury Brewing Company(8:30pm - 11pm) Saturday, August 22, 2026 Bethel: SCOTTY at Whitlock's Restaurant(6pm - 9pm) Bethel: St. Vincent and the Delinquents at Dragonfly(6pm - 9pm) Bethel: Who's Your Daddy at Shakedown Street Eats(6:30pm) Bethel: Sweet Redemption at Notch8 Bar(8pm) ☀️🎶Bridgeport: Black Rock Porchfest (11am-7pm) ☀️🎶Bridgeport: Skateport - Glide into the Weekend!(4pm - 8pm) Bridgeport: Johnny Hollywood at Boca Oyster Bar(5pm - 8pm) Bridgeport: Hurley Hour at BRYAC Black Rock(7pm) Bridgeport: Bingo for a Bike at BRYAC Black Rock(9pm) Bridgeport: Porchfest: Clear Blue Soul at BRYAC Black Rock(6pm) Bridgeport: RGB at BRYAC Black Rock(10pm) ☀️🎶Bridgeport: Almost Ablaze at Twelvenote Brew Co.(7pm - 10pm) Bridgeport: Red Ball Express at The Castle Black Rock(8pm - 11pm) 🎠🎪 Bridgewater: Bridewater Country Fair(8am - 11pm) Brookfield: Rio Sorrentino at Pulcinella(7pm - 10pm) 🎠🎪 Cheshire: Cheshire Grange Community Fair(9:30am - 5pm) 🎠🎪 Danbury: Danbury San Gennaro Festival(1pm - 11pm) Danbury: Milo’s Mojo at Charter Oak Brewing and Taproom(6pm - 8pm) Danbury: JUNK at Sugar Hollow Taproom(8:30pm) Danbury: All Troy’s Fault at Elicit Brewing Co - Danbury(9pm) Danbury: DJ Jake Z at Elicit Brewing Co - Danbury(10pm) 🛍️☀️ Darien: Pop Shop Market at Darien Commons - (11am - 5pm) Fairfield: DJ Jamison at Elicit Brewing Co - Fairfield(10pm) ☀️🎶Fairfield: Bar Car Band at Fairfield's Sweet Sounds of Summer Concerts Series at Sherman Green (6:30pm) ☀️🎶Fairfield: Greenfield Hill Grange Fair(10am - 3pm) Fairfield: Flannel Clad at Elicit Brewing Co - Fairfield(9pm) ☀️🍔🛍️Lyme: Hamburg Fair(10am - 10:30pm) Milford: FB LILY at Stonebridge Restaurant(5pm) Milford: Lindsey & Shelly at Cafe Atlantique(6:30pm) New Milford: Struggle Monkey at Housatonic River Brewing(7pm - 10pm) ⭐🎶Newtown: Music with Tony & The West Siders at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(2:30pm - 5:30pm) ⭐🎟️🎶Newtown: Prince Tribute Show at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(6pm) 🎠🎪 Newtown: Summer Carnival at Fairfield Hills Campus - Newtown(12pm) Newtown: Lakeside at NewSylum Brewing Co.(3pm - 6pm) ⭐🎟️Newtown: GIPSY KINGS featuring Tonino Baliardo- Historia tour at Edmond Town Hall(8pm) Norwalk: All Night Thing at 314 Beer Garden(7:30pm - 10:30pm) ⭐🍽️ 🎶Norwalk: MIDNIGHT CARDINAL at Brass & Bone(9:30pm) ☀️🎶Norwalk: Rodgers and Hammerstein in the Park at Mathews Park(7pm - 8:30pm) ☀️🎶Norwalk: Broadway in the Park at Mathews Park(4pm -6pm) ☀️🎶Norwalk: Silver Steel Band - Norwalk Summer Green Concerts (7-9pm) Old Greenwich: Retro Express at Bosco's Bar and Grill(9pm - 12am) Port Chester, NY: Pretty Lights Afterparty Jonathan StrÆnge at Garcia's at The Capitol Theatre(8pm) Port Chester, NY: Soundship Space Bus Tour Pretty Lights at The Capitol Theatre(6:30pm) Pawling, NY: Legends of Rock – A Tribute to the ’80s at Daryl's House Restaurant & Music Club(8pm) Redding: Present Company at Milestone(9pm) Ridgefield: Old Bob at Nod Hill Brewery(5pm) Shelton: Vibe Atlantic at Spotted Horse Tavern(8pm) Stratford: JOE ZULLO at Blackbird's Nest(12pm) Stratford: TANGLED VINE at Blackbird's Nest(6pm) ☀️🎶Stratford: Hop Yard Concert Series Featuring The Void at Two Roads Brewing Company(6pm - 8pm) Stratford: Darik & The Funbags at Joey C's Boathouse Cantina & Grill(9pm) ⭐😂🎟️Stamford: Jerrod Carmichael (Emmy-winning comedian) at New York Comedy Club Stamford(7pm) ⭐😂🎟️Stamford: Comedians Monroe Martin, Jessica Levin, Aaron McCann, Tatiana Frank at New York Comedy Club Stamford(9:30pm) Stamford: Rock Paper Soul at Third Place by Half Full Brewery(7pm - 10pm) Stamford: Pumping Ethyl at Tiernan's Bar & Restaurant(9:30pm) ☀️🎶Westport: Frank Mastrone & Friends at Levitt Pavilion(7:30pm) Westport: Jen and Tonic at Walrus Alley(7:30pm - 10:30pm) Westport: Tune Squad at Black Duck Cafe(9pm) ☀️🎶Westport: Madelyn Spera - Music on Church Lane(5:30pm –9pm) Woodbury: Acorn at Woodbury Brewing Company(8:30pm - 11pm) Sunday, August 23, 2026 Bethel: She's My Ex at Broken Symmetry Brew(12pm) Bethel: Dead Set w/ Acoustic Ablaze at Shakedown Street Eats(3pm) Bethel: Scratch at Notch8 Bar(5pm) ☀️🎶Bethel: Bethel Big Band on the Municipal Lawn (6pm-8pm) Bethel: Bob Dylan at Shakedown Street Eats(6:30pm) ☀️🎶Bridgeport: Blue Plate Special at Twelvenote Brew Co.(2pm - 5pm) Bridgeport: Suck' R Punch at Captain's Cove Seaport (Marina, Restaurant & Bar)(3pm -7pm) Bridgeport: Acoustic Mafia at Boca Oyster Bar(5pm - 8pm) Bridgeport: Dale & Ray at The Castle Black Rock(5pm - 8pm) Bridgeport: Bryac Funk Night Party with Friends at BRYAC Black Rock(9pm) Bridgeport: Free Music on the Patio ft. Fuzz at Park City Music Hall(3pm - 7pm) ☀️🎶Bridgeport: Simple Jim - Sunday Night Music on the Dock at Port 5(3pm) Bridgeport: Symphonic Bodega at BRYAC Black Rock(6pm) 🎠🎪 Bridgewater: Bridewater Country Fair(8am - 6pm) 🎠🎪 Danbury: Danbury San Gennaro Festival(1pm - 10pm) Danbury: The Angry O’Haras at Charter Oak Brewing and Taproom(2:30pm - 5:30pm) Danbury: Slide Attack with Howard Levy at Molly Darcy’s Irish Pub & Restaurant(6pm) ☀️🎶Fairfield: Jazz Fridays with Steve Davis Quintet at Fairfield Museum(6:30pm - 8pm) ☀️🎶Fairfield: Sneaky Pete (Classic Rock) at Sherman Green Gazebo (6:30pm –8pm) ☀️🍔🛍️Lyme: Hamburg Fair(10am - 5pm) Milford: PETTY LARCENY BAND (TOM PETTY TRIBUTE) at Stonebridge Restaurant(4:30pm) ☀️🎶Milford: Cathy Thompson Band - Walnut Beach Pavillion(4pm –7pm) 🎪 Newtown: Ukrainian Festival at Castle Hill Farm(11am) 🎠🎪 Newtown: Summer Carnival at Fairfield Hills Campus - Newtown(12pm) ⭐🎟️🍷Newtown: Cheese Fondue Dip & Sip at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(12pm) ⭐🎶🆓Newtown: Music with Frandango at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(2pm - 5pm) ⭐🎟️Newtown: Bollywood to Hollywood Dance Night at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(6pm) ⭐🎟️Newtown: Fine Cigars Night at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(6pm) Newtown: Estate Band at NewSylum Brewing Co.(2pm - 5pm) Newtown: Mental Health Band at Reverie Brewing Company(2pm - 5pm) Norwalk: Geoff Hartwell at Washington Prime(12pm - 3pm) Norwalk: Traffic Jam at 314 Beer Garden(3pm - 6pm) Norwalk: Sir Woman | Liquorcake at Pinkney Park(5:30pm - 8pm) ☀️🎶Norwalk: Benny & the Jets & Elton John Tribute Band - FREE Summer Concert Series at Calf Pasture Beach (5pm – 7pm) Old Greenwich: Mike Milazzo Solo Sundays at Bosco's Bar and Grill(2pm - 4pm) Pawling, NY: ROCK THIS TOWN TRIO at Daryl's House Restaurant & Music Club(7pm) Piermont, NY: Piano Brunch Sunday at OTTO'S(12pm - 3pm) Port Chester, NY: Soundship Space Bus Tour Pretty Lights at The Capitol Theatre(6:30pm) Port Chester, NY: Pretty Lights Afterparty Jonathan StrÆnge at Garcia's at The Capitol Theatre(8pm) ☀️🎶Redding: Summer Night Concert & Picnic at The Granite(5pm) ☀️🎶Redding: The Juicy Grapes at The Redding Town Green (6-8pm) Redding: Chamber Music Reading at The Granite(10am - 12pm) Redding: Brian Matzke and Sessionflo at Milestone(4pm) Shelton: Sunday Jazz Series at The Gilded Whitlocks(2pm - 5pm) Shelton: DJ Ron Ice at Pier131 Kitchen + Bar(6pm - 9:30pm) Shelton: Punky Reggae at Spotted Horse Tavern(8pm) Stratford: Forgotten By Friday at Joey C's Boathouse Cantina & Grill(3pm - 7pm) Stratford: BROTHER COOL at Blackbird's Nest(4pm) Stratford: The Rum Runners at Outriggers Restaurant(4pm - 7pm) ⭐😂🎟️Stamford: Comedian Charles McBee - SPECIAL TAPING at New York Comedy Club Stamford(5pm & 7:30pm) ☀️🎶Stamford: The Barons - Music at the Bartlett(5pm –7pm) ☀️🎶Trumbull: The K.C. Movement at Trumbull’s Sunday Summer Concert Series at the Gazebo(4pm) ☀️🎶Westport: ANDY FRASCO & THE U.N. and KITCHEN DWELLERS w/s/g MAGOO at the Levitt Pavilion (5pm) Westport: Hitch Duo and Matt Rhone at Walrus Alley(5pm - 8pm)

Bridgeport, CT: Get ready to rock the neighborhood! Park City Presents brings Black Rock PorchFest back for its 10th anniversary on Saturday, August 22, 2026 , transforming Bridgeport’s Black Rock neighborhood into a walkable outdoor music festival. One of Fairfield County’s most anticipated summer music traditions, Black Rock PorchFest brings musicians, residents, local businesses and thousands of music fans together for an afternoon celebrating live music and community. From 11:00am – 7:00 p.m., more than 100 bands and performers will take over porches, stoops, yards and verandas throughout Black Rock. Performances are organized into hourly groups, allowing festivalgoers to stroll through the neighborhood, catch a favorite band or discover a new artist along the way. Best of all, Black Rock PorchFest is FREE! Come Hungry! Food trucks will be stationed throughout the neighborhood, making it easy to grab a bite between performances. Festivalgoers can also make a full day—and night—of their Black Rock adventure by visiting the restaurants, bars and local businesses along Fairfield Avenue. Plan Ahead for Parking With thousands of visitors expected parking within the residential neighborhood will be limited. Organizers strongly discourage driving south of Fairfield Avenue unless you have secured private driveway parking and arrive before noon. Attendees are encouraged to park at the Fairfield-Black Rock Train Station and walk or rideshare into the neighborhood. Black Rock PorchFest 2026 Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026 Time: 11:00am – 7:00 p.m. Location: Black Rock, Bridgeport, CT Organizer: Park City Presents Admission: FREE Featuring: 100+ bands, neighborhood porch performances, food trucks and more Whether you’re coming to see a favorite local musician or ready to discover something new, Black Rock PorchFest’s 10th anniversary promises a full day of live music, community and summer fun. Fairfield After Dark Tip: Wear comfortable shoes, arrive early and get ready to explore—you never know what great band might be playing on the next porch! 👉 Click here to check out the 2026 Black Rock PorchFest interactive map, performance schedule, and full lineup of participating bands.

Darien, CT: Shopping local just got even better! Pop Shop Market is coming to Darien Commons for a series of curated artisan markets featuring independent makers, creative entrepreneurs, and small businesses from throughout the area. Beginning Saturday, August 22, shoppers can explore a unique collection of vendors offering everything from stylish apparel and handmade jewelry to home décor, self-care products, specialty goods, gifts, and plenty of one-of-a-kind finds. Whether you're looking to refresh your wardrobe, find something special for your home, get a head start on holiday shopping, or simply enjoy discovering new local businesses, Pop Shop Market offers a fun way to shop small and support local entrepreneurs. Pop Shop Market Dates Mark your calendar for four Saturdays at Darien Commons: Saturday, August 22 Saturday, September 19 Saturday, October 17 Saturday, November 21 Time: 11:00 AM–5:00 PM Location: Darien Commons, outside sweetgreen 102 Heights Road, Darien, CT 06820 Shop, Eat & Make a Day of It Don't stop after shopping! Darien Commons offers plenty of ways to turn your visit into a full day out. After browsing the market, grab lunch, meet friends for dinner, or treat yourself to something sweet at one of the dining destinations located throughout The Commons. With a new mix of makers and small businesses to discover, each Pop Shop Market is another opportunity to find something unique while supporting the people behind local brands. Shop small. Support local. Discover something new at Pop Shop Market at Darien Commons all season long!

New Canaan, CT: One of New Canaan's most popular summer events is back. The 7th Annual Taste of New Canaan Stroll takes place on Thursday, August 20, from 5:00–8:00 PM, inviting food lovers to explore downtown, while supporting the New Canaan Food Pantry. Presented by the New Canaan Chamber of Commerce and produced by Rock Paper Scissors Custom Events, the stroll is a delicious celebration of the town's vibrant dining scene. This self-guided culinary adventure invites guests to sip and savor through downtown, while discovering the very best of New Canaan's restaurants, retailers, and local hospitality across three distinctive tasting experiences. · The Taste Tour features 15-stops showcasing signature bites. Highlights include The Roger Sherman serving Czar Egg Mimosas, The Waveny offering Thai Watermelon Salad with Shrimp, and Thail by Chef Prasad dishing up Butter Chicken with Basmati Rice. · Family Fiesta is a shorter route with 10-delicious-stops, blending sweet and savory treats from favorites including Mama Hu's Sushi Bakes, Cherry Street Cheese & Provisions, Curry Mango's Vermicelli Payasam, and Press Burger's Banana Pudding. · The Pour Tour is a 21+ tasting experience featuring seasonal wines, craft beers, and signature cocktails at 10-participating venues. Valid photo ID is required. Last year's event welcomed more than 250 participants and raised over $7,400 for the New Canaan Food Pantry. Thanks to the generous support of Walter Stewart's Market, much needed pantry staples are supplied at cost, allowing every dollar raised to have an even greater impact. "The Taste of New Canaan Stroll has become one of the Chamber's signature community events," said Laura Budd, Executive Director of the New Canaan Chamber of Commerce. "It brings people into our downtown, shines a spotlight on our outstanding local businesses, and helps provide essential support for the local Food Pantry. It's a wonderful example of the local community coming together to do good while having a great evening out." Strollers need to pick up their wristbands and tour maps beginning at 5:00 PM at Stewart's Spirits. Final check-in is 7:30 PM, and all tours conclude promptly at 8:00 PM. Tickets are limited and have sold out in previous years. Advance purchase is strongly recommended.: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/taste-of-new-canaan-stroll-tickets-1993553152143

Stamford, CT: Stamford’s dining scene takes center stage this summer! Stamford Downtown’s 2026 Summer Restaurant Weeks returns Monday, August 24, through Monday, September 7 , bringing two delicious weeks of special menus, exciting promotions, and exceptional dining deals to the heart of the city. This year, 29 Stamford Downtown restaurants are participating, giving food lovers plenty of opportunities to revisit a longtime favorite or discover a new culinary destination. Participating venues will offer prix fixe menus and promotions ranging from $15 to $20 for lunch and $30 to $55 for dinner. Select restaurants will also offer takeout options, making it easy to enjoy Restaurant Weeks wherever you choose. The lineup offers something for every appetite. Enjoy Italian favorites at Capriccio Kitchen & Bar, Columbus Park Trattoria, Divina Modern Italian, Siena Ristorante, Tutti Pazzi, and ZAZA Italian Gastrobar. Explore global flavors at Teff, Taj Stamford, Kouzina Greek Taverna & Bar, Love Meat Korean BBQ, Kashi Sushi Lounge, Mecha Noodle Bar, and Terra Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse. Guests can also visit popular destinations including bartaco, Barcelona Wine Bar, The Capital Grille, FISH Restaurant + Bar, Hudson Social, Tigin Irish Pub, and Towne Parlor Pizza & Pints. Gather your friends, family, or coworkers and make plans to experience Stamford Downtown’s diverse dining scene at value-oriented prices. Reservations are strongly recommended, as participating restaurants, service hours, and availability vary. Some locations are dine-in only, and not every restaurant serves both lunch and dinner. Please note that Restaurant Weeks pricing is not available through third-party ordering platforms, including Grubhub, DoorDash, and Uber Eats. Before heading out, visit the official Stamford Downtown Summer Restaurant Weeks 2026 webpage to review participating restaurants, menus, hours, takeout availability, and reservation details. Come hungry and celebrate summer—one unforgettable meal at a time!