Check out New Canaan, CT!

New Canaan was founded in 1726 and has a population of around 20,000. New Canaan has a wide range of architectural styles, top schools and beautiful parks. It also has a lovely downtown with boutiques and restaurants, a movie theater and a Victorian Train Station. 

 

Some Notable Folks with Ties to New Canaan:  

Katherine Heigl - Actress 

Christopher Meloni - Actor 

Paul Simon - Singer 

Edie Brickell- Musician 

Fran Lebowitz- Writer and humorist

New Canaan, CT

New Canaan Businesses


Town of New Canaan Links

By Cathy Ithier January 27, 2026
VersoFest 2026 welcomes Bangles co-founder Susanna Hoffs for an exclusive Storytellers night featuring music and behind-the-scenes stories.
By Cathy Ithier January 27, 2026
Experience Postcards from Heaven with world-renowned spirit medium Maureen Hancock live at The Palace Danbury on February 1.
January 26, 2026
Connecticut’s first Burrito League comes to Stamford, blending fitness, fun, community, and burritos at New York Comedy Club Stamford.
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Town of New Canaan Links

Town of New Canaan Government Website
New Canaan Chamber of Commerce
New Canaan, CT Department of Recreation
  • Sean O'Reilly Band with Pinkbird return to Park City Music Hall February 26th.
  • VersoFest 26 at The Westport Library March 26 through March 29, 2026

New Canaan Calendar

Check out events happening in and around New Canaan, CT