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BARNUM FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES JUNE FINALE OF 4 FREE FAMILY FUN EVENTS

Wing Ding Parade, Skyblast, Health Fair, and The Great Street Parade Headline Community Celebrations Across Bridgeport.


BRIDGEPORT, CT – The Barnum Festival is excited to announce the finale of June Events, featuring Free Family Fun with community celebrations, family-friendly entertainment, fundraising events, and beloved traditions across Greater Bridgeport.


The final four June highlights include the Wing Ding Parade, Skyblast Fireworks, the Community Health Fair, and the Great Street Parade, each event supports Barnum Festival activities and scholarships. Whether attending a waterfront fireworks spectacular, participating in a community parade, or enjoying one of the Festival's signature Wing Ding, guests of all ages are invited to join in the celebration throughout the month.


June 20 | Wing Ding Parade:  FREE FAMILY FUN. The annual Wing Ding Parade returns to Beardsley Zoo for a day of imagination and family entertainment. Registration opens at 9am and the parade begins at 10am. Guests can also enjoy free admission to the Zoo until noon, free bicycle helmets courtesy of Bridgeport Elks Lodge #36 – while supplies last, along with face painting, balloon animals, music, and food vendors.


June 26 | Barnum Skyblast Fireworks: FREE FAMILY FUN. The beloved Barnum Skyblast Fireworks return to Seaside Park in Bridgeport for an evening with Food Trucks at 6pm, live entertainment at 7pm, and a spectacular fireworks display over Long Island Sound at dusk.


June 27 | Community Health Fair:  FREE FAMILY FUN. Healthcare providers from across the Greater Bridgeport area will come together for the Community Health Fair, offering free screenings, wellness resources, and family programming, sponsored by Hartford Healthcare. The event will be held at Central High School from 11am -2pm. Additional details online.


June 28 | The Great Street Parade:  FREE FAMILY FUN. The Barnum Festival concludes with its signature event, The Great Street Parade, a cherished tradition featuring marching bands, floats, performers, community organizations, and local leaders. The parade kicks off at 11:00am with the route starting at North @ Clinton @ Brooklawn Avenue; traveling down North to Park Avenue, then right onto Capitol Avenue; ending at Lincoln Boulevard.


For a complete list of events and information about this year’s Barnum Festival, visit barnumfestival.org.


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About:  The annual Barnum Festival is a seasonal celebration of the Greater Bridgeport Area and surrounding communities. Dating back to 1948, the Festival was established to support local businesses and honor P.T. Barnum. Today, the Barnum Festival spans several weeks of events designed to strengthen community spirit, support local charitable initiatives, enrich the lives of area residents, and provide scholarship opportunities for students throughout the region.

BARNUM FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES JUNE FINALE OF 4 FREE FAMILY FUN EVENTS
By Cathy Ithier June 10, 2026
June is in full swing, and Fairfield County is packed with exciting events through June 14, 2026! From outdoor concerts and strawberry festivals to wine pairings, comedy shows, and local celebrations, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Looking for live music? Head to O'Deen's BBQ in Ridgefield on Friday for Music on the Porch featuring Cheryl Ann & Co., or join the fun at Trivia Night every Thursday at O'Deen's Restaurant at Oak Hills Golf Course in Norwalk. Planning a night out in South Norwalk? Brass & Bone on Washington Street offers great food and live entertainment throughout the week. In Newtown, Aquila's Nest Vineyards continues its busy June schedule with wine pairings, speed dating events, live music, and The 80's Rock Experience Tribute Show. Need a laugh? New York Comedy Club Stamford features performances throughout the week from some of the area's funniest comedians. To help you plan your summer adventures, Fairfield After Dark has launched "Your Town. Your Music. Your Summer." —our 2026 Summer Concert Series Directory . Find your favorite bands, discover new artists, and see where free concerts are happening throughout Fairfield County and beyond. Grab a blanket or beach chair, pack a picnic, and enjoy a night of music under the stars. Many local organizers also feature food trucks, making dinner plans easy. Fairfield After Dark is also proud to partner with the inaugural Connecticut Country Music Festival . Save 10% off tickets by using FAD10 at check out. Wednesday, June 10, 2026 Bethel: Pangea World Beat Is Back! 7pcs Of Caribb, Latin & African Infused Jazz LIVE at La Zingara Restaurant(7pm) Bridgeport: Hurley Hour LIVE at BRYAC Black Rock(7pm) Bridgeport: Bingo for a Bike LIVE at BRYAC Black Rock(9pm) Danbury: Danbury Chow down at City Center Danbury GREEN (11:30am – 1:30pm) Fairfield: Live music with The Lamb Jam at The Seagrape Fairfield(8:30pm) ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Newtown: Speed Dating Ages 40-55 at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(7pm) Norwalk: Detroy Langer & Riccio Organ Trio at Greer Southern Table(6pm –9pm) ๐ŸŽค Norwalk: KARAOKE Party at BRASS & BONE(8pm) Shelton: Benny LIVE at Spotted Horse Tavern(8pm) ๐Ÿ˜† ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Stamford: Comedian Alec Flynn at New York Comedy Club Stamford(7pm) Stratford: Bruce Gregori at Joey C's Boathouse Cantina & Grill(5:30pm –8:30pm) Thursday, June 11, 2026 Bethel: Dead Set - Almost Ablaze LIVE at Shakedown Street Eats(3pm) Bethel: Dan Sawyer LIVE at Dragonfly (6pm –9pm) Bethel: Jay Prince & Friends Feat. Anderson, MacNeal, Heller & Eminizer LIVE at La Zingara Restaurant(7pm) Bridgeport: Bryac Funk Night Party with Friends LIVE at BRYAC Black Rock(9pm) Danbury: Thursday Open Jam with Sugar House LIVE at Sugar Hollow Taproom(7pm) ๐ŸŽค๐ŸŒ… Fairfield: Phatt James (90's Rock) at Sherman Green Gazebo(6:30pm –8pm) Fairfield: Tangled Vine LIVE at The Sinclair(8:30pm) Milford: Dueling Pianos with The Flying Ivories at Stonebridge(6pm) ๐ŸŽถ Newtown: Aquila’s Nest Vineyard - Don Lowe (5:30-8:30pm) Norwalk: America 250: Visions & Voices at The Norwalk Art Space(8am) ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Norwalk: Mike Cusa at Brass & Bone (5pm) Norwalk: Music with STEVEN KEITH(5:30pm –8:30pm) Norwalk: Kristin & Ray LIVE at Public Wine Bar (7pm –9:30pm) ๐Ÿง  Norwalk: Trivia Nights at Odeen’s at Oak Hills Golf Course (7-9pm) ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Norwalk: Otis and the Hurricanes LIVE at Brass & Bones(9pm) Piermont, NY: Tune-Up Thursdays(5pm –10pm) ๐ŸŽค๐ŸŒ… Ridgefield: David Wax Museum at Ridgefield’s Ballard Park (7pm) Ridgefield: David Powers LIVE at Nod Hill Brewery(6:30pm) Stratford: ROUND TWO LIVE at Blackbird's Nest(6pm) Stratford: Rush Tribute Night LIVE at Joey C's Boathouse Cantina & Grill(6:30pm) ๐Ÿ˜† ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Stamford: Comedian Zak Toscani at New York Comedy Club Stamford(7pm) ๐ŸŽค๐ŸŒ… Westport: GREENSKY BLUEGRASS at the Levitt Pavilion(7pm) Westport: Sara Caswell and Ike Sturm - Jazz at the Post(7:30pm) Westport: Music with Billy Genuario at Spotted Horse Tavern (9pm) Friday, June 12, 2026 Bethel: Bethel Food Truck Friday at Municipal Center Lawn (5-8pm) Bethel: Beats per Minute LIVE at Dragonfly(6pm –9pm) Bethel: SHOO FLY LIVE at Whitlock’s Restaurant(6pm – 9pm) Bethel: Shawn Taylor LIVE at Shakedown Street Eats(6:30pm) Bethel: Absofunkinlutley LIVE at Notch 8(8pm) Bethel: Zac N' Fried LIVE at Michael's Tap Room(9pm) ๐ŸŽค๐ŸŒ… Brookfield: Bock & Blu at the Summer Concerts in the Park - Brookfield (6:30pm) ๐ŸŽค๐ŸŒ… Bridgeport: Ariana - Friday Night Music on the Dock at Port 5(5pm –8:30pm) Bridgeport: Mike Miles Duo LIVE at Twelvenote Brew Co.(7pm –10pm) Bridgeport: Birdseye Beers LIVE at BRYAC Black Rock(10am) ๐ŸŽช Danbury: Greek Festival at Assumption Greek Orthodox Church(5pm –9pm) Danbury: River of Dreams LIVE at Sugar Hollow Taproom(8:30pm) ๐ŸŽค๐ŸŒ… Milford: Rum Runners Take Over Fridays After Five at Fowler Field (6-8 pm) Goshen: Goshen Stampede at Goshen Fair Grounds (4-10pm) Milford: Rum Runners after Five at Fowler Field (6-8pm) Milford: Electric Rose LIVE at Anthony D's Bar & Grill(8:30pm) ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Newtown: Aquila’s Nest Vineyard -The 80s Rock Experience Tribute Show (6pm ) ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Norwalk: Triple Bock LIVE at Brass & Bone(6pm) Norwalk: Pimpinella LIVE at 314 Beer Garden(7:30pm –11pm) Norwalk: Suck'R Punch LIVE at BanC House(8pm –11pm) ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Norwalk: Honeydew at Brass & Bone(9:30pm) Ridgefield: ACE & Friends @ Nod Hill Brewery(6pm –9pm) Ridgefield: Cheryl Ann & Co on the porch at Odeen’s BBQ (5:30-8:30pm) Southbury: Bobby Jo Valentine Concert at South Britain Congregational Church(7pm) Stratford: Brandon Mullis Live at Windmill Tavern(5pm) Stratford: Bobby Morrell LIVE at Outriggers(5pm –8pm) Stratford: TONY FERRIGNO BAND at Blackbird's Nest(6pm) Stratford: The Void LIVE at the Windmill Tavern(8pm) Stratford: Hype & Epic Duo Show LIVE at Joey C's Boathouse Cantina & Grill(9pm) ๐Ÿ˜† ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Stamford: Comedian Dulce' Sloan at New York Comedy Club Stamford (4 Shows) (7pm –9:30pm) Stamford: The Tonic LIVE at Tiernan's Bar & Restaurant (9:30pm) ๐ŸŽค๐ŸŒ… Westport: THE DISCO BISCUITS at The Levitt Pavilion(6:30pm) ๐ŸŽค๐ŸŒ… Westport: Ethan Walmark Music on Church Lane (6-9pm) Westport: Cheese Fries & Chili Dips: Special Cabaret Fundraiser for Westport Woman’s Club(5:30pm) Westport: Zully Ramos & The OGs LIVE at Black Duck Cafe(9pm) Woodbury: Exit 9 at the Woodbury Brewing Company(8:30pm) Saturday, June 13, 2026 Bethel: Sweet Redemption LIVE at Dragonfly(6pm – 9pm) Bethel: Murray The Wheel LIVE at Shakedown Street Eats (6:30pm) Bethel: Hit 'N Run LIVE at Notch 8(8pm) Bridgeport: Herman & Co Live at Captain's Cove(4pm) Bridgeport: Charlie’s Salty Swimmers LIVE at Twelvenote Brew Co.(7pm – 10pm) Bridgeport: The Brotherhood Live at Captain's Cove(8pm) Bridgeport: Cassidy LIVE at BRYAC Black Rock(10pm) ๐ŸŽค๐ŸŒ…Bridgeport: Black Rock Day W/ Simple Jim - Sunday Night Music on the Dock at Port 5(3pm) Brookfield: Rio Sorrentino LIVE at Pulcinella(7pm –10pm) ๐ŸŽช Bay Shore, NY: North Meets South Food & Drink Festival(12pm – 6pm) ๐Ÿ“ Cheshire: Cheshire Strawberry Festival and Craft Fair(10am –4pm) ๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽช Danbury: Downtown Danbury Street Festival(12pm – 6pm) ๐Ÿ•๏ธ Danbury: Flea Market & Crafts at Hatters Park(9am – 4pm) Danbury: Iris Lies LIVE at Charter Oak(5pm –7pm) Danbury: Pimpinella LIVE at Sugar Hollow Taproom (8:30pm) Danbury: SUCK-R-PUNCH LIVE at Molly Darcy’s Irish Pub & Restaurant (9:30pm) ๐ŸŽค๐ŸŒ… Fairfield: Triple Bock at Fairfield's Sweet Sounds of Summer Concerts Series at Sherman Green (6:30pm) Greenwich: Gil Parris LIVE at Clubhouse at the Griff(7:30pm – 10:30pm) Goshen: Goshen Stampede at Goshen Fair Grounds (11-10pm) ๐Ÿ“ Mystic: Mistick Strawberry Festival(11am –6pm) ๐ŸŽถ Newtown: Aquila’s Nest Vineyard - Dina DiMarco Duo (2-5pm) ๐ŸŽต๐ŸŽฑ Newtown: Mom and Dad Prom DJ Bingo at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(6:30pm) ๐Ÿฆ†โ˜€๏ธ Newtown: Newtown Duck Race & Festival (10am –2:30pm) Newtown: On the Rocks LIVE at Reverie Brewing Company(6pm –9pm) ๐ŸŽช Norwalk: Norwalk Outdoor Sunset Bazaar(4pm – 8pm) ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Norwalk: Shayla Hernandez at Brass & Bone (6pm) Norwalk: JuiceBox LIVE at 314 Beer Garden(7:30pm) ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Norwalk: Albi LIVE Brass & Bone(9:30pm) Old Greenwich: Milo and Friends LIVE at Bosco's Bar and Grill (9pm –12am) ๐Ÿ“ Orange: Strawberry Festival at Orange Congregational Church (9am –5pm) Ridgefield: Frank Viele LIVE at Nod Hill Brewery(5pm) Redding: Otis & the Hurricanes LIVE at Milestone(9pm) Shelton: Tin Sandwich LIVE at Spotted Horse Tavern(8pm) Stratford: MENTAL HEALTH LIVE at Blackbird's Nest(6pm) Stratford: Sandy C and the Upbeats at Windmill Tavern(8pm) Stratford: Pop Rocks LIVE at Joey C's Boathouse Cantina & Grill(9pm) ๐ŸŽจ๐ŸŽช Stamford: Arts & Crafts on Bedford(10am) Stamford: Open Play Chess in Latham Park, Stamford(1pm – 3pm) ๐Ÿ˜†๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Stamford: Comedians James Goff, Eli Ruffer, Michele Traina, Alaina Bamfield at New York Comedy Club Stamford (4:30pm) ๐Ÿ˜†๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Stamford: Comedian Dulce' Sloan at New York Comedy Club Stamford (4 Shows) (7pm – 9:30pm) Stamford: LC Band LIVE at Third Place by Half Full Brewery(7pm – 10pm) Stamford: Lucky House LIVE at Tiernan's Bar & Restaurant(9:30pm) ๐ŸŽค๐ŸŒ… Weston: Music in the Meadow with Morningside (6:30pm) ๐ŸŽค๐ŸŒ… Westport: THE DISCO BISCUITS at The Levitt Pavilion(6:30pm) Westport: Cooked Up LIVE at Black Duck Cafe(9pm) ๐ŸŽค๐ŸŒ…Westport: Dan Tressler - Music on Church Lane 5:30 - 9 pm Woodbury: The Zoo at the Woodbury Brewing Company (8:30pm) Sunday, June 14, 2026 Bethel: Drag Brunch LIVE at Shakedown Street Eats(12pm) Bethel: Shat Sullivan LIVE at Broken Symmetry Brew(12pm) Bethel: Five To One LIVE at Notch 8(5pm) Bethel: Junk LIVE at Dragonfly(6pm – 9pm) Bridgeport: Black Rock Day W/ Simple Jim. - Sunday Night Music on the Dock at Port 5 (3pm) Bridgeport: Black Rock Day(8am) Bridgeport: Freddy’s Platos LIVE at Twelvenote Brew Co.(1pm –5pm) Bridgeport: Chris Radz LIVE at Twelvenote Brew Co.(2pm – 5pm) Bridgeport: Shot Down LIVE at Captain's Cove(3pm) Bridgeport: Riley Johnson LIVE at BRYAC Black Rock(6pm) Bridgeport: Dancing through the Decades at Captain's Cove(7pm) Danbury: Mosaic Jazz Quartet LIVE at Charter Oak (2pm – 4pm) East Haven: Museum Tours & Trolley Rides on The Shore Line Trolley Museum(11am –3pm) ๐ŸŽค๐ŸŒ… Fairfield: Fountainhead (Classic Rock) at Sherman Green Gazebo (6:30pm –8pm) ๐ŸŽค๐ŸŒ… Greenwich: Jumpin’ Jams - Greenwich Point Summer Concerts (10am) ๐ŸŽค๐ŸŒ… Greenwich: Paloma Skye at Greenwich Point (4pm) Goshen: Goshen Stampede at Goshen Fair Grounds (11-7pm) Milford: NASHVILLE NIGHT (ZAC N' FRIED) at Stonebridge(4pm) ๐Ÿ“ Mystic: Mistick Strawberry Festival (11am –6pm) New Canaan: What the Constitution means to me( 2pm) ๐ŸŽช New Britain: Little Poland Festival(11am –6pm) ๐ŸŽถ Newtown: Aquila’s Nest Vineyard - Round Two Duo (2-5pm) โญ Newtown: Cheese Fondue Dip & Sip at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(12pm) โญ Newtown: Chocolate and Wine Pairing at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(12pm) ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Newtown: Dueling Pianos with the Flying Ivories at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(6pm) Newtown: Grateful Ghost(Dead Tribute) LIVE at Newsylum Brewing co.(2pm – 5pm ) Newtown: Hatfield LIVE at Reverie Brewing Company(2pm –5pm) ๐ŸŽค๐ŸŒ… Norwalk: The Fairfield Counts - Norwalk Summer Green Concerts(5pm – 6:30pm) Norwalk: Matt Fernandez LIVE at Washington Prime(11:30am –2:30pm) ๐ŸŽค๐ŸŒ… Old Greenwich: Jumpin' Jams - Greenwich Point Summer Concerts(10am) ๐ŸŽค๐ŸŒ… Old Greenwich: Paloma Skye - Greenwich Point Summer Concerts(4pm) Old Greenwich: Mike Milazzo Solo Sundays LIVE at Bosco's Bar and Grill(2pm – 4pm) Redding: Moss LIVE at Milestone(4pm) Shelton: Billy G Band LIVE at Spotted Horse Tavern(8pm) Stratford: PAT MATTO LIVE at Blackbird's Nest(11am) Stratford: Steal Your Funk LIVE at Joey C's Boathouse Cantina & Grill(3pm –7pm) Stratford: WHAT UP FUNK LIVE at Blackbird's Nest(4pm) ๐Ÿ˜† ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Stamford: Comedian Marcus Monroe at New York Comedy Club Stamford(7pm)
June 7, 2026
Stamford, CT - Art lovers, shoppers, and food enthusiasts are invited to Stamford Downtown on Saturday, June 13, for the first of two Arts & Crafts on Bedford events taking place this year. From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Bedford Street will transform into a vibrant outdoor marketplace featuring talented juried artisans from throughout the Northeast. Visitors will have the opportunity to browse and purchase an impressive selection of handcrafted works across a variety of mediums. Featured categories include ceramics, fiber arts, fine art, jewelry, metalwork, mixed media, photography, woodworking, and more. Each participating artisan has been selected through a juried process, ensuring a high-quality showcase of creativity and craftsmanship. Beyond the artwork, attendees can enjoy the lively atmosphere of downtown Stamford while exploring local shops and attractions. Bedford Street's restaurants will also be extending their outdoor patio cafés, offering the perfect opportunity to relax, dine al fresco, and make a day of the event. Whether you're searching for a unique gift, adding to your personal art collection, or simply looking for a fun way to spend a summer day, Arts & Crafts on Bedford offers something for everyone. Can't make it in June? The event will return for a second show on September 12, giving visitors another opportunity to discover exceptional handmade works and support regional artists. For more information and a complete list of participating vendors, visit Arts & Crafts on Bedford in Stamford Downtown.
June 5, 2026
BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — Greater Bridgeport Pride returns for its 16th annual celebration on Saturday, June 20, featuring a full day of community events, entertainment, advocacy, and celebration. Headlining this year's Pride Festival at City Hall Park is Olivia Lux, the singer, actor, and top-five finalist from RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 13. A member of the renowned House of Miyake Mugler, Olivia has also starred in productions of Rent and Kinky Boots. The day begins with the OUTwork art exhibit at City Lights Gallery from 12–4 p.m., followed by a Pride Rally and March from 1–2 p.m. starting at the Painted Stairway. The free Pride Festival runs from 2–7 p.m. at City Hall Park and features nearly 40 vendors, food trucks, community organizations, speakers, and live performances. The celebration concludes with the official after-party, Solstice, at Trevi Lounge in Fairfield from 8 p.m.–2 a.m. Returning as festival hosts are drag performers Yuhua and Bridgeport native Xiomarie LaBeija. Greater Bridgeport Pride will also honor three Grand Marshals for their contributions to the LGBTQ+ community: Frankie Cyanide, Pooya Mohseni, and author T. Ashley. Additional performers include Ryder Die, Tiki Malone, Zara Honey, Sauvignon Blanc, Dom Parinyon, PhoenixFIREDivaa, and Myles Tripp. Featured speakers include educator and activist Robyn Ochs, HIV/AIDS advocate Jason Rosenberg, and poet Emanuel Xavier. For more information, volunteer opportunities, and event updates, visit bridgeportpride.com or follow @bridgeport_pridecenter on Instagram.
By Cathy Ithier June 3, 2026
This week’s schedule through June 7, 2026. June is here, and so is outdoor concert season! To help you plan your summer adventures, Fairfield After Dark has launched "Your Town. Your Music. Your Summer." —our 2026 Summer Concert Series Directory . Find your favorite bands, discover new artists, and see where free concerts are happening throughout Fairfield County and beyond. Grab a blanket or beach chair, pack a picnic, and enjoy a night of music under the stars. Many local organizers also feature food trucks, making dinner plans easy. Looking for indoor entertainment? Catch a Billy Joel tribute at The Palace Danbury Theatre or enjoy Bon Jovi hits at Aquila's Nest Vineyards. Local favorites are performing throughout the week at Brass & Bone, while TNT takes the stage at Odeen's in Norwalk and Phil & Isabel perform at ODEEN’S BBQ in Ridgefield. Need a laugh? New York Comedy Club Stamford hosts comedy shows almost every night of the week. This week, Fairfield After Dark is also proud to welcome the Downtown Milford Business Association (DMBA) as our newest community partner. The DMBA sponsors the 24th Annual Downtown Milford Pirates Day on Sunday, June 7, from 8 AM to 3 PM. The family-friendly event takes place at Milford Green, Lisman Landing , and the Milford Historical Society , featuring pirate-themed activities, entertainment, vendors, and more. As always, we've made planning easy. Every event below links directly to the organizer for tickets, reservations, schedules, and additional information. Scroll down and start planning your week of adventures! Wednesday, June 3, 2026 Bethel: Otis & The Hurricanes Hard Driving Zydeco, Cajun & Blues at La Zingara Restaurant(7pm) Danbury: Danbury Chow down at City Center Danbury GREEN (11:30am – 1:30pm) Fairfield: The Lamb Jam at The Seagrape Fairfield(8:30pm) Norwalk: Detroy Langer & Riccio Organ Trio at Greer Southern Table(6pm-9pm) ๐ŸŽค Norwalk: Karaoke Party at Brass & Bone (8pm) Piermont, NY: Latin Jazz Night feat Cesar Orozco at OTTO'S(6pm –9pm) Port Chester, NY: David Lee Roth at The Capitol Theatre(6:30pm) Shelton: Mike Hatfield at Spotted Horse(5pm) Stratford: Jim Crutchfield Duo at Joey C's Boathouse(5;30pm –8:30pm) ๐ŸŽซ Stamford: Clare Bowen & Jonathan Jackson at New York Comedy Club Stamford(7pm) Westport: Taste of Westport(6pm –9:30pm) Thursday, June 4, 2026 Danbury: Thursday Open Jam with Fuzz at Sugar Hollow Taproom(7pm) ๐ŸŽผโญ Fairfield: The Low Darts (Young Cover Band) at Sherman Green Gazebo (6:30pm –8pm) Fairfield: ETA Music at The Sinclair(8:30pm) Milford : Dueling Pianos with The Flying Ivories at Stonebridge(6pm) New Haven: Great Wines, Greater Futures(6pm –9pm) ๐ŸŽถ Newtown: Aquila’s Nest Vineyard - Jessica Paternoster (6:30-9pm) ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Norwalk: Professor Six Million - Brass & Bone (6-8pm) ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Norwalk: The Greg Sherrod Band - Brass & Bone (9pm) Norwalk: Kristin & Ray at Public Wine Bar(7pm –9:30pm) Ridgefield: Dan Tressler at Nod Hill Brewery(6:30pm) ๐ŸŽผโญ Ridgefield: The Steel Wheels Ridgefield’s Ballard Park (7pm) Shelton: Only Child at Spotted Horse(5pm) Stamford: Quinn Carpanzano at ZAZA Italian Gastrobar(7pm –10pm) Stratford: Infinity Reggae Band at Joey C's Boathouse(6:30pm) Stratford: CHUCK AND ANDY at the Bird's Nest(5pm) Stratford: Hatfield at Outriggers(6pm - 9pm) Stamford: The Tres Hittas - Stamford Street Beats Pop-Up (6pm –8pm) ๐ŸŽซ Stamford: Comedians Talent Harris Jr, Matt McCoy, Jill Weiner, Ryan Keefe at New York Comedy Club Stamford (7pm) Westport: Billy Genuario at Spotted Horse Tavern(9pm) Westport: Greg Burrows at Jazz at the Post(7:30pm) Friday, June 5, 2026 Bethel: DAN SAWYER at Whitlock’s Restaurant(6pm – 9pm) Bethel: Mike and Ike at Dragon Fly(6pm –9pm) Bethel: Chris Cavaliere at Shakedown Street Eats(6:30pm) Bethel: The Beatnicks at Notch 8(8pm) Bethlehem: The Rakes at March Farms Hilltop (6-8pm) ๐ŸŽผโญ Brookfield: Sweet Redemption at the Summer Concerts in the Park - Brookfield (6:30pm) Bridgeport: The Jones Factor at Twelve Note Brew(7pm –10pm) ๐ŸŽผโญ Danbury: Kanin Wren - POP GIRL Summer Tour (Celebrating Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter, Olivia Rodrigo) at Danbury City Center Green (7pm –9pm) Danbury: Don Lowe at Charter Oak Brewing and Taproom(7pm –9pm) Danbury: Good Godfrey at Sugar Hollow Taproom(8:30pm) Danbury: Eliot Thompson at Elicit Brewing Co – Danbury(9pm) Danbury: DJ ILARDI at Elicit Brewing Co – Danbury(10pm) ๐ŸŽผโญ Milford: Hawkins Take Over Fridays After Five at Fowler Field (6-8 pm) New Milford: Two Dollar Hat at Housatonic River Brewing( 7pm – 10pm) ๐ŸŽซ Newtown: Aquila's Nest Vineyards - Bon Jovi Tribute & the 80's Rock Jukebox(6pm) ๐Ÿน Newtown: Aquila's Nest Vineyards - Yappy Hour - Bring Your Furry Friends(6pm) Newtown: Eliot Lewis at Reverie Brewing Company(6pm –9pm) Newtown: Grennan Brothers Band at Newsylum Brewing Co(6pm –9pm) Norwalk: Paint Night at Calf Pasture Beach(6:30pm –8pm) ๐Ÿ“ข Norwalk: The TNT Dyn-O-Mite Band at ODEEN'S(7pm) Norwalk: Late Night Stereo at 314 Beer Garden(7pm –11pm) Norwalk: Jailhouse Duo at BanC House(8pm – 11pm) ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Norwalk: Matt McNulty & Friends at Brass & Bone (9:30pm) Old Greenwich: School of Rock at Bosco's Bar and Grill(9pm) Port Chester, NY: Ryan Bingham and The Texas Gentlemen Still Gettin' Away With It Tour at The Capitol Theatre(8pm) Ridgefield: Abby Payne at Nod Hill Brewery(5pm) ๐ŸŽถRidgefield: Phil & Isabelle at ODEEN’S BBQ (5:30pm) Stratford: Night Visitors at Windmill Tavern(8pm) Stratford: Octane at Joey C's Boathouse(9pm) Stratford: TIN SANDWICH at Blackbird's Nest(6pm) ๐ŸŽซ Stamford: Comedian Eric D’Alessandro at New York Comedy Club Stamford (7 & 9:30pm) Stamford: Karma Klash at Third Place by Half Full Brewery(8pm –10pm) Westport: Retro Express at Black Duck Cafe(9pm) Saturday, June 6, 2026 Bethel: Sherman Hill Band at Dragon Fly(6pm –9pm) Bethel: Bone Dry at Shakedown Street Eats(6:30pm) Bethel: Rob Glassman Band at Notch 8(8pm) ๐ŸŽช Bridgeport: Wild Wine Food & Beverage Safari at the Beardsley Zoo(5pm –9pm) Bridgeport: The Brother Cool Duo at Twelve Note Brew(7pm –10pm) Bridgeport: Tangled Vine & Special Guest at Park City Music Hall(8pm) Bridgeport: Summer Nights with Hazzard County at Boca Oyster Bar(8pm –11pm) Brookfield: Rio Sorrentino at Pulcinella(7pm –10pm) Danbury: Tony & The West Siders at Charter Oak Brewing and Taproom(4pm –7pm) ๐ŸŽซ Danbury: David Clark's - All About Billy Joel Tribute coming to The Palace Danbury Theatre(7:30pm) Danbury: Not Sorry at Sugar Hollow Taproom(8:30pm) Danbury: Hawkins French at Elicit Brewing Co – Danbury(9pm) Danbury: DJ PICKZ at Elicit Brewing Co – Danbury(10pm) ๐ŸŽผโญ Fairfield: Velvet Hearts at Fairfield's Sweet Sounds of Summer Concerts Series at Sherman Green (6:30pm) ๐ŸŽผโญ Larchmont, NY: Larchmont Music Festival(12pm) Mamaroneck, NY: Mingus Big Band at Emelin Theatre(8pm) ๐ŸŽช Monroe: Barnum Festival Car Show(9am -3pm) ๐ŸŽผโญ New Canaan: Summer Kickoff Concert with Marcus Miller and IWM(5pm-6:30pm) New Canaan: MIND THE GAP at Gates Restaurant & Bar(8:30pm –11:30pm) New Milford: Nashville Drive at Housatonic River Brewing( 7pm – 10pm) ๐ŸŽถNewtown: Aquila’s Nest Vineyard - Herman & Company (2-5pm) ๐Ÿ‘‘ Newtown: Aquila's Nest Vineyards - Sip, Slay, Celebrate Drag Show(6:30m) Newtown: Almost Ablaze (Dead/Dylan tribute) at Newsylum Brewing Co(3pm –6pm) Newtown: Ralph Judson Jazz at Perfusion Bar(8pm –11pm) ๐ŸŽผโญ Norwalk: Rowayton Porch Fest 2026(8am) ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Norwalk: Nick DiMaria Quartet LIVE at Brass & Bone (6pm) Norwalk: MixTape Messiah at 314 Beer Garden(7:30pm –10:30pm) ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Norwalk: Pangaea Worldbeat LIVE at Brass & Bone (9:30pm) Old Greenwich: Rock Paper Soul at Bosco's Bar and Grill(9pm –12am) Ridgefield: Roamer at Nod Hill Brewery(5pm) Redding: Bar Car Band at Milestone(9pm) ๐ŸŽช Stratford: Stratford Main Street Festival (10am) Stratford: Preacher Dogs at Windmill Tavern(8pm) Stratford: Rhythm City at Joey C's Boathouse(9pm) Stratford: PAT MATTO at Blackbird's Nest(12pm -3pm) Stratford: Lindsay Basso at Blackbird's Nest(4pm) Stratford: Dive Bar Confessional at Two Roads(6pm) Stamford: Stamford Pride Block Party at Hop & Vine Taproom(12pm –6pm) ๐ŸŽซ Stamford: Comedians Rachel Williams, Adam Muller, Jared Harvin, Ben Kirschenbaum at New York Comedy Club Stamford (4:30pm) ๐ŸŽซ Stamford: Comedian Eric D’Alessandro at New York Comedy Club Stamford(7pm –9:30pm) Stamford: Pimpinella at Third Place by Half Full Brewery(7pm –10pm) ๐ŸŽช Southbury: Southbury Strawberry Festival(10am –4pm) Westport: Just Press Play at Black Duck Cafe(9pm) Woodbury: 80s Night with The Pop Rocks at the Woodbury Brewing Company(8:30pm) Sunday, June 7, 2026 Bethel: She's My Ex at Broken Symmetry Brew(12pm) Bethel: Irish Brunch with Brandon Mullis at Whitlock’s Restaurant(12pm –3pm) Bethel: Station Road Band at Notch 8(5pm) Bridgeport: 900° Pizza Truck at Twelve Note Brew(1pm –5pm) Bridgeport: Mikel Paris at Twelve Note Brew(1:30pm – 4:30pm) Bridgeport: Dancing through the Decades at Captain's Cove(7pm) Danbury: Kenny Mehler at Elicit Brewing Co – Danbury(11am) ๐ŸŽช Danbury: Jewish Festival at Tarryvile Mansion(12pm) Danbury: SwingSet at Charter Oak Brewing and Taproom(3pm –5pm) ๐ŸŽผโญ Fairfield: Lonetown Boys (Country) at Sherman Green Gazebo (6:30pm –8pm) ๐ŸŽช Fairfield: CT Seaport Car Club’s 10th Annual Antique and Classic Car Show(9am) ๐Ÿด‍โ˜ ๏ธ Milford: 24th Annual Pirates Day in Downtown Milford(9am –3pm) Milford: THE GOOD TIME BOYS RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS TRIBUTE at Stonebridge(5pm) ๐ŸŽช Naugatuck: Naugatuck Duck Day Festival(11am –4pm) New Milford: Eran Troy Danner at Housatonic River Brewing(4pm – 7pm) ๐ŸŽถNewtown: Aquila’s Nest Vineyard - On the Fly FCM (2:30-5:30pm) Newtown: Aquila's Nest Vineyards - Rock N' Roll Collective Westport(12pm) Newtown: Bone Dry at Reverie Brewing Company(2pm –5pm) Newtown: Seth Adams at Newsylum Brewing Co(2pm –5pm) Norwalk: Mike Bram at Washington Prime(11:30am –2:30pm) Norwalk: Worla Roots at 314 Beer Garden(3pm –6pm) ๐ŸŽช Oxford: Oxford Nature and Arts Festival(10am –4pm) Redding: Turn On Red at Milestone(2:30pm) Redding: Louder Daddy at Milestone(5:30pm) Shelton: Dj Paulo at Pier 131 Kitchen + Bar(11:30am 3:30pm) Shelton: What Up Funk LIVE at Spotted Horse(5pm) Sherman: A Bob Dylan Retrospective | Music with The Hambones at JCC In Sherman(3pm –5pm) Stratford: Rum Runners at Joey C's Boathouse(3pm – 7pm) Stratford: JOE ZULLO at Blackbird's Nest(11am) Stratford: Some Hacks at Two Roads(2pm -4:30pm) Stratford: SENTENEL SALT at Blackbird's Nest(4pm) Stratford: Shot Down at Outriggers(4pm - 7pm) ๐ŸŽซ Stamford: Comedian Danny Polishchuk at New York Comedy Club Stamford (7pm) ๐ŸŽผโญ Weston: Logical Pretzel - Weston Music at the Barn(5:30pm –7pm) Weston: Open Hours: Explore Our Exhibits At The Weston History And Culture Center!(1pm – 4pm)
By Cathy Ithier June 3, 2026
Connecticut Country Music Festival debuts August 1 in North Haven featuring live country artists, food, beverages, and a high-energy atmosphere.
June 2, 2026
For nearly a quarter century, families from across Connecticut and beyond have made an annual voyage to Milford for one of the region's most beloved family traditions — Milford Pirates Day. Milford, CT - On Sunday, June 7, Downtown Milford will once again be transformed into a bustling pirate village as the event celebrates its 24th year of swashbuckling fun, family memories, and community spirit. What began as a unique family event has grown into a multi-generational tradition. Children who once arrived dressed as pirates, clutching treasure maps and searching for hidden clues throughout downtown, now return with children of their own, sharing the same excitement and wonder they experienced years ago. The highlight of the day remains the dramatic pirate ship landing in Milford Harbor. Around noon, crowds gather along the waterfront as pirates storm ashore amid live cannon fire, creating one of the most anticipated and photographed moments of the event. Throughout the day, Downtown Milford becomes an interactive adventure. Young pirates can participate in treasure hunts that lead them through local businesses, while families enjoy live music, historical storytelling, pirate-themed games, and encounters with colorful pirate characters roaming the streets. Visitors can also enjoy “Pancakes with Pirates,” explore more than 25 vendors on the Milford Green, and experience educational displays and demonstrations presented by the Free Men of the Sea of Mystic, who bring maritime history to life through storytelling and interactive exhibits. Part of what makes Milford Pirates Day so special is its ability to create lasting family memories. Generations of Connecticut families have marked the event on their calendars year after year, making it a tradition that spans decades. Grandparents, parents, and children often attend together, creating a unique sense of community that few events can match. Beyond its local appeal, Pirates Day has become a tourism draw for the region, attracting visitors who come to experience Milford's picturesque harbor, charming downtown, and welcoming atmosphere. The combination of waterfront scenery, costumed families, live entertainment, and historical programming creates a highly visual experience that has become a signature event for the city. As Milford Pirates Day celebrates 24 years of adventure, it continues to prove that some traditions never lose their treasure. Whether you're a longtime attendee returning for another voyage or a first-time visitor ready to join the crew, the event promises a day filled with imagination, laughter, and memories that will last long after the pirates sail away. Milford Pirates Day Sunday, June 7 Downtown Milford & Milford Harbor Come dressed as your favorite pirate and prepare for a day of family fun on Connecticut's shoreline.
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