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Soundside Music Festival at Seaside Park, Bridgeport on Sept 28 & 29!

Get Ready to Rock at the Soundside Music Fest at Seaside Park in Bridgeport, CT, on Sept. 28 & 29! 


Connecticut’s biggest music festival is just around the corner, bringing you two days of non-stop music, mouthwatering food, and good vibes! With 20 sensational artists rocking one massive stage, this is the event of the year you simply can’t miss. 


Saturday, September 28 kicks off with a stacked lineup headlined by New England sensation Noah Kahan and the iconic Goo Goo Dolls. Joining the stage are Fleet Foxes, Boyz II Men, Grace Potter, Thee Sacred Souls, Christone "Kingfish" Ingram, Lisa Loeb and Nine Stories, Madi Diaz, and Rijah. Tickets for Saturday are already sold out—this weekend is going to be epic!  


Sunday, September 29 keeps the energy soaring with Grammy-winning rock legends Foo Fighters headlining the day. Also hitting the stage on Sunday are Bleachers, Norah Jones, Teddy Swims, Gregory Alan Isakov, The Kills, Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors, War and Treaty, Hurray for the Riff Raff, and Darren Kiely. Get ready for a day packed with powerhouse performances! 


But the music is just the beginning! Indulge in the Taste of Connecticut, where you can savor gourmet delights from local favorites like PopUp Bagels, The Gotham Burger Social Club, Grumpy Dumpling Co., 29 Markle Ct, The Blind Rhino, Walter’s Hot Dogs, and more!  Quench your thirst with a curated selection of craft beers, wines, and cocktails.


Don’t miss out on Connecticut's biggest music festival—The Soundside Music Festival at Seaside Park,

September 28 & 29.

 Grab your tickets now and join us for an unforgettable weekend of

music, food, and fun!

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Soundside Music Festival at Seaside Park, Bridgeport on Sept 28 & 29!
By Cathy Ithier June 16, 2026
Celebrate Father’s Day & Summer Solstice Around Fairfield County. With Father’s Day and the Summer Solstice both landing on Sunday, June 21, it’s the perfect week to celebrate summer in Fairfield County! Enjoy a night under the stars at Edmond Town Hall’s popular Summer Drive-In Movie featuring Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery on Friday from 9–11 p.m. Get the details here. Dead Heads won’t want to miss the CT Grateful Dead All Stars at The Palace Theatre Stamford’s UpStage on Friday at 8 p.m. Reserve your tickets here. Need a laugh? New York Comedy Club Stamford has an incredible lineup of comedians all week long. Check out their schedule here. Looking for great food and music? Head to Washington Street in SoNo for Creole favorites and live jazz or enjoy a late dinner for two at Brass & Bone. Make a reservation here. Aquila’s Nest Vineyards keeps the fun flowing with an Elton John Tribute on Saturday and Groovy Social & Woodstock Music Night on Sunday. Check out their events here. Fairfield After Dark is also spotlighting ODEEN’S in Norwalk and Ridgefield. Catch Isabelle & Phil LIVE Friday in Ridgefield, plus Speed Dating, Family Trivia, and Tangled Vine in Norwalk. There’s always something happening at ODEEN’S. Check out their schedule here. Tuesday, June 16, 2026 New Canaan: Tuesday Night Jazz with Noreen Mola Quartet at Roger Sherman Inn(6pm –8:30pm) 🍸 Norwalk: Musical Cocktail Hour with Sweeney Martini at Brass & Bone(6pm –8pm) 🎀✨ Norwalk: OPEN MIC NIGHT AT BRASS & BONE(8pm) 🎸🌞🌳 Ridgefield: Liam Purcell & Cane Mill Road at Ridgefield’s Ballard Park (7pm) Shelton: Punky Reggae at Spotted Horse Tavern(8pm) 🎸🌞🌳 Stratford: Stratford Community Concert Band on the Paradise Green Gazebo(7pm) 🎸🌞🌳 Stratford: Stratford Community Concert Band Outside on the Paradise Green Gazebo(7pm) πŸ“ Stamford: Oldschool203 - Stamford Street Beats Pop-Up at Bedford Street Plaza(6pm –8pm) πŸ“ Stamford: Jennie Woltz - Stamford Street Beats Pop-Up at Ferguson Library Plaza (6pm –8pm) Stamford: Frank Mastrone and Chris Coogan at Villa Italia Restaurant(6:30pm) Wednesday, June 17, 2026 Bethel: Berkshire Jazz Orchestra 17pc Big Band Swings at La Zingara(7pm –9pm) Bridgeport: Hurley Hour at BRYAC Black Rock(7pm) Danbury: Danbury Chow down at City Center Danbury GREEN (11:30am – 1:30pm) 🎸🌞🌳 Fairfield: Tom Weber performs 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 Bob Button Big at Binney Park (7pm) 🎸🌞🌳 New Canaan: Kenn Morr – Original Folk Rock at Waveny Park (7:30 – 9:30pm) πŸ‘’β­ Newtown: Country Line Dancing at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(6pm) Norwalk: Detroy Langer & Riccio Organ Trio at Greer Southern Table(6pm –9pm) πŸ’˜β±οΈ Norwalk: Speed Dating Ages 40-55 in Norwalk, CT at Odeen’s at Oak Hills(7pm) 🎀✨ Norwalk: KARAOKE Party at BRASS & BONE(8pm) Pawling, NY: Antonia Bennett LIVE at Daryl's House Restaurant & Live Music Club(7pm) Shelton: Mike Hatfield at Spotted Horse Tavern(8pm) Stratford: Billy Mack & Frankie V at Joey C's Boathouse Cantina & Grill(5:30pm – 8:30pm) 🀣 Stamford: Comedian Jack Grady at New York Comedy Club Stamford(7pm) Thursday, June 18, 2026 Bethel: ERIC MOCK at Whitlock’s Restaurant(6pm –9pm) 🎸🌞🌳 Bethel: Over Easy Band at The Bethel Library(6:30pm) Bridgeport: Jeff Conlon at The Castle, Black Rock(7pm –10pm) Bridgeport: Bryac Funk Night Party with Friends at BRYAC Black Rock(9pm) Danbury: Thursday Open Jam with Phoenix Tree at Sugar Hollow Taproom(7pm) 🎸🌞🌳 Fairfield: Always Morning (Indie Rock) at Sherman Green Gazebo (6:30pm –8pm) Fairfield: Suck'r Punch at The Sinclair(8:30pm) 🎸🌞🌳 Milford: Matt Kampee & The Hub Take Over Fridays After Five at Fowler Field (6-8 pm) Milford: Dueling Pianos with The Flying Ivories at Stonebridge (6pm) 🎸🌞🌳 New Milford: Anchor Management at Rock The Block(6:30pm –8pm) New Milford: Karaoke & Lip Sync Night at Housatonic Brewing(7pm –9pm) 🎸🌞🌳 New Fairfield: On the Road Again at New Fairfield Memorial Ball Field (6:30pm –8pm) 🎸🀣 Stamford:🌞🌳 New Milford: Anchor Management at Rock The Block (6:30 –8:30pm) 🎢 Newtown: Aquila’s Nest Vineyard - Mike Grosso (5:30-8:30pm) 🌿🎱 Newtown: Plant Bingo at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(6pm) πŸ˜‚πŸŽ€ Norwalk: Good Karma Arts Festival at Brass & Bone(6pm) πŸ’‘ Norwalk: Trivia Night at ODEEN’S - Oak Hills Golf (7-9pm) Norwalk: Henry Jones at Sails American Gril(6pm –9pm) Norwalk: Kristin & Ray at Public Wine Bar(7pm –9:30pm) Old Greenwich: ETA - at Lugano(8:30pm – 10:30pm) Piermont, NY: Tune-Up Thursdays(5pm –10pm) Port Chester, NY: Red Grenadine at Garcia's at The Capitol Theatre(8pm) 🎸🌞🌳 Ridgefield: Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez at Ridgefield’s Ballard Park (7pm) Ridgefield: Ramblin' Dan Stevens at Nod Hill Brewery(6:30pm) Shelton: Only Child at Spotted Horse Tavern(8pm) Stratford: RYAN COLLINS at Blackbird's Nest(6pm) Stratford: Bad Saints at Joey C's Boathouse Cantina & Grill(6:30pm) πŸ“Stamford: Gab Kallay & Band - Stamford Street Beats Pop-Up at Columbus Park(6pm –8pm) Stamford: Oldschool 203 at Third Place by Half Full Brewery(5pm –8pm) Stamford: Drop The Mic Night benefitting Next Girl Up (5:30pm –8:30pm) 🀣 Stamford: Roast Battle at New York Comedy Club Stamford (7:30pm) Stamford: Holley McCreary IVE at ZAZA Italian Gastrobar(7pm –10pm) 🎟️🎑 Westport: The Yankee Doodle Fair Returns to Westport(6pm –10pm) Westport: Alan Broadbent and Harvie S Quartet - Jazz at the Post(7:30pm – 10pm) Westport: Music with Billy Genuario(9pm) Friday, June 19, 2026 Bethel: Tom Duffy Band at Broken Symmetry Brew(6pm) Bethel: $2 Hat at Dragonfly(6pm –9pm) Bethel: Note to Self at Shakedown Street Eats(6:30pm) Bethel: Mike and Ike at Notch 8(8pm) 🎸🌞🌳 Bethlehem: Southern Voice Band at March Farms Hilltop (6-8pm) 🎸🌞🌳 Bridgeport: Randy Coppola - Friday Night Music on the Dock at Port 5(5pm –8:30pm) Bridgeport: An Evening with Bill Lopez at Boca Oyster Bar(7pm –10pm) Bridgeport: The Incredible Amplifiers at Twelvenote Brew Co.(7pm –10pm) Bridgeport: Blue Skies on Mars at BRYAC Black Rock(10pm) 🎸🌞🌳 Danbury: "Mr. Owes" Johnson - Juneteenth Concert at Danbury City Center Green (7pm –9:30pm) Danbury: John Fazio Jr at Charter Oak(7pm –9pm) Danbury: Bitten at Sugar Hollow Taproom(8:30pm) Danbury: Reckless Endangerment at Elicit Brewing Co – Danbury(9pm) Danbury: DJ Frankie at Elicit Brewing Co – Danbury(10pm) Fairfield: Jukebox Radio Acoustic Duo at Elicit Brewing Co – Fairfield(9pm) Fairfield: DJ Golden Boy at Elicit Brewing Co – Fairfield(10pm) Greenwich: Cover Story at Clubhouse at the Griff(7:30pm – 10:30pm) Milford: Male Review at Anthony D's Bar & Grill(8:30pm) New Milford: Way Behind The Sun at Housatonic River Brewing(7pm –10pm) 🎟️🎢Newtown: The Best of 80s, 90s & 2000s Live Band at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(6pm) Newtown: Iris Lies at Reverie Brewing Company(6pm –9pm) 🍽️Norwalk: Tangled Vine at Odeen’s - Oak Hills (7-10pm) πŸ½οΈπŸ“… Norwalk: Jazz Dinner with Alex Slomka Trio at Brass & Bones (6-8:30pm) Norwalk: What Up Funk Band at 314 Beer Garden(7:30pm –10:30pm) Norwalk: Underdogs at BanC House(8pm –11pm) πŸŒ™πŸ·πŸ½οΈ Norwalk: Drop Party at Brass & Bone(9pm) Norwalk: Dale Allen & 41 North at Sails American Grill(9pm –12am) Port Chester, NY: Nothing Serious & Shinebox at Garcia's at The Capitol Theatre(8pm) 🍽️Ridgefield: Isabelle & Phil on the Porch at Odeen’s BBQ Ridgefield Golf Course (5:30pm-8:30pm) Ridgefield: Hitch & the Giddyup at Nod Hill Brewery(6:30pm) Shelton: Elliot Thompson Music at Spotted Horse Tavern(11:30am – 3:30pm) Sherman: The Sherman Chamber Ensemble: Monticello’s Two Worlds - Sherman at Jewish Community Center(7:30pm –9:30pm) Stratford: ROCKOUSTIC at Blackbird's Nest(6pm) Stratford: Whabendos at Windmill Tavern(8pm) Stratford: Latin Night Affinxe Orchestra at Joey C's Boathouse Cantina & Grill(9pm) 🀣 Stamford: Comedy Showcase with Vannessa Jackson, Nick Tilleli, Shafi Hossain, Jarrett Campbell at New York Comedy Club Stamford (8pm) πŸ’€πŸŒΉβš‘οΈ Stamford: CT Grateful Dead All-Stars at The Palace Theatre Stamford(8pm) Stamford: Bad Management at Third Place by Half Full Brewery(8pm –10pm ) Stamford: Paper Suns at Tiernan's Bar & Restaurant(9:30pm) 🎸🌞🌳 Westport: Owen Band - Music on Church Lane(5:30pm –9pm) 🎟️🎑Westport: The Yankee Doodle Fair Returns to Westport(6pm – 10pm) Woodbury: One Track Mind at the Woodbury Brewing Company(8:30pm) Saturday, June 20, 2026 Bethel: Ten Grand at Notch 8(8pm) Bethel: Grooved Pavement at Dragonfly(6pm – 9pm) Bethel: Who's Your Dady at Shakedown Street Eats(6:30pm) 🎺πŸ₯πŸŽͺ πŸŽ‰ Bridgeport: Wing Ding Parade(9am) 🏳️‍🌈🌈 Bridgeport: Greater Bridgeport Pride Festival(1pm) Bridgeport: Silver Steel at Captain's Cove(4pm) Bridgeport: Spignesi & Jeffery Duo at Twelvenote Brew Co.(7pm –10pm) Bridgeport: American 27s at The Castle, Black Rock(8pm – 11pm) Bridgeport: TBA at BRYAC Black Rock(10pm) Brookfield: Rio Sorrentino at Pulcinella(7pm –10pm) Cos Cob: Tangled Vine at St. Lawrence Society(7pm –10pm) Danbury: Greater Danbury Art Jam at the Arthur Murray Dance Studio(5pm) Danbury: Milo’s Mojo at Charter Oak(6pm – 8pm) Danbury: Sugar House - 90's Edition w/ Chowdah at Sugar Hollow Taproom(8:30pm) Danbury: Vivid at Elicit Brewing Co – Danbury(9pm) Danbury: GOODTIME CHARLIES at Molly Darcy’s Irish Pub & Restaurant(9:30pm) Danbury: DJ DOUBLE G at Elicit Brewing Co – Danbury(10pm) 🎸🌞🌳Fairfield: Shady at Fairfield's Sweet Sounds of Summer Concerts Series at Sherman Green (6:30pm) Fairfield: Stephen Darcy at Elicit Brewing Co – Fairfield(9pm) Fairfield: DJ Puzzo at Elicit Brewing Co – Fairfield(10pm) Greenwich: Finders Keepers at Clubhouse at the Griff(8pm – 11pm) Milford: Free Live Music at Walnut Beach Arch(4pm –6pm) 🎸🌞🌳Milford: Kickoff to Summer Fireworks at Lisman Landing(4:30pm –10:30pm) Milford: Boondocks at Anthony D's Bar & Grill(8:30pm) Monroe: 54th Annual Monroe Congregational Church Strawberry Festival(10am – 5pm) New Milford: The Titan Durty Band at Housatonic River Brewing(7pm – 10pm) 🎢 Newtown: Aquila’s Nest Vineyard - Frandango 2:30-(5:30pm) Newtown: Chocolate Fondue Dip & Sip at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(12pm) Newtown: Tempo Mini Golf Pop Up at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(1pm) 🎟️🎢Newtown: Here's Elton Tribute Show at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(6pm) Newtown: Rob Glassman Band at Newsylum Brewing(3pm – 6pm) Newtown: Noreen Mola Quartet at Perfusion Bar(8pm – 11pm) Norwalk: Norwalk Art Festival at Mathews Park(10am) Norwalk: Docktails and Oysters(5pm –7pm) πŸ½οΈπŸ“… Norwalk: Jazz dinner with Colin Dooman at Brass Bone(6pm) Norwalk: Hawkins French at 314 Beer Garden(7:30pm – 10:30pm) πŸŒ™πŸ·πŸ½οΈ Norwalk: DKP at Brass & Bone (9:30pm) Old Greenwich: The Undercovers at Bosco's Bar and Grill(9pm – 11:30pm) Port Chester, NY: The Rock and Roll Playhouse Plays Music of Grateful Dead + More for Kids at Garcia's at The Capitol Theatre(12pm) Port Chester, NY: The Fab Faux Afterparty Seth Winters at Garcia's at The Capitol Theatre(8pm) Port Chester, NY: The Fab Faux Featuring The Hogshead Horns & The Creme Tangerine Strings at The Capitol Theatre(8pm) Ridgefield: Matt Rhone at Nod Hill Brewery(5pm) Redding: Pimpinella at Milestone(9pm) Shelton: Tangled Vine at Spotted Horse Tavern(8pm) Sherman: Jacob & David Bernz at Jewish Community Center(7:30pm – 9:30pm) Stratford: Tony Mac at Blackbird's Nest(12pm) Stratford: FLANNEL CLAD MASSES at Blackbird's Nest(6pm) Stratford: Between the Keys at Two Roads(6pm –8:30pm) Stratford: Sketchy at Best at Windmill Tavern(8pm) Stratford: The Zoo at Joey C's Boathouse Cantina & Grill(9pm) Stamford: Summer Block Party at The Stamford Town Center(11am – 6pm) Stamford: Open Play Chess in Latham Park, Stamford(1pm – 3pm) 🀣 Stamford: Comedy Showcase with Alingon Mitra, Max Antonucci, Liz Barrett, Dave Temple at New York Comedy Club Stamford (7 & 9:30pm) Stamford: KPOP Demon Hunter DJ Fanfest at The Palace Theatre Stamford(7pm) Stamford: Something Fried at Third Place by Half Full Brewery(8pm – 10pm) Stamford: Bad Saints at Tiernan's Bar & Restaurant(9:30pm) 🎸🌞🌳Westport: LUCIUS at The Levitt Pavilion(6:30pm) 🎸🌞🌳Westport: Eliot Thompson - Music on Church Lane(5:30pm –9pm) 🎟️🎑Westport: The Yankee Doodle Fair Returns to Westport(1pm – 10pm) Woodbury: The Rakes at the Woodbury Brewing Company(8:30pm) Sunday, June 21, 2026 Bethel: Bourbon And Britches at Shakedown Street Eats(11am –1pm) Bethel: She's My Ex at Broken Symmetry Brew(12pm) Bethel: $2 Cap at Notch 8 (5pm) Bethel: Greg Frost And Faction at Shakedown Street Eats(5pm –8pm) Bridgeport: The Two J’s - Sunday Night Music on the Dock at Port 5(3pm) Bridgeport: 5 Cent Nickel Duo at Twelvenote Brew Co.(2pm –5pm) Bridgeport: The Bernadettes at Captain's Cove(3pm) Bridgeport: Frank Yantorno at The Castle, Black Rock(5pm –8pm) Bridgeport: The Red Planet at BRYAC Black Rock(6pm) Bridgeport: Dancing through the Decades at Captain's Cove(7pm) Bridgeport: Sunday Patio Sessions with Jay at Boca Oyster Bar(7pm –10pm ) Danbury: Tom Duffy Band at Charter Oak(4pm –6pm) 🎸🌞🌳Easton: Christine Chanel (Soul, rock, funk and pop) - Concerts on the Hill (6-8pm) East Haven: Museum Tours & Trolley Rides on The Shore Line Trolley Museum(11am –3pm) 🎸🌞🌳Fairfield: Zully Ramos & The OG's (High Energy Variety) at Sherman Green Gazebo (6:30pm –8pm) Fairfield: Fairfield Make Music Day(1pm – 2pm) 🎸🌞🌳Milford: Walnut Beach Fairy Frolic(6pm – 9pm) 🎟️🎟️🎢Newtown: Mind Mysteries Brunch Show at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(12pm) 🎟️Newtown: Wine and Wheels - Showcase Your Car at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(12pm – 3pm) 🎢 Newtown: Aquila’s Nest Vineyard -The Barn Rats (2:30-5:30pm) 🎟️🎢 Newtown: Groovy Social & Woodstock Music Night at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(5:30pm) 🎟️Newtown: Fine Cigars Night at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(6pm) 🎟️Newtown: Wine & Wags at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(6pm) Newtown: Jeff Summa & the Roasters at Newsylum Brewing(2pm – 5pm) Newtown: Rich Molden at Reverie Brewing Company(2pm –5pm) Norwalk: Norwalk Art Festival at Mathews Park(10am) Norwalk: Father's Day Brunch Buffet at Washington Prime (11am) Pawling, NY: Father's Day Brunch: David Powers at Daryl's House Restaurant & Live Music Club(12pm) Pawling, NY: Rumours ATL: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute (Night One) at Daryl's House Restaurant & Live Music Club(8pm) 🎸🌞🌳Redding: Sister Funk at The Redding Town Green (6-8pm) Shelton: Only Child Duo at Spotted Horse Tavern(8pm) Stratford: What Up Funk at Joey C's Boathouse Cantina & Grill(3pm) Stratford: Sheila & Ray at Blackbird's Nest(4pm) Stamford: Summer Block Party at The Stamford Town Center(11am –6pm) 🀣 Stamford: Comedy showcase with Derek Humphrey, Crenshaw White, Bo Ballew and Irina Cheldize at New York Comedy Club Stamford (7pm) 🎸🌞🌳Trumbull: West Rock at Trumbull’s Sunday Summer Concert Series at the Gazebo(4pm) 🎸🌞🌳Westport: Dark Star Orchestra at The Levitt Pavilion(5pm) 🎟️🎑Westport: The Yankee Doodle Fair - Inclusive Sensory Hour(12pm –1pm) 🎟️🎑Westport: The Yankee Doodle Fair Returns to Westport(1pm – 5pm)
By Kristin Sinatra June 15, 2026
STAMFORD, Conn. — The Stamford Museum & Nature Center will celebrate its 90th birthday on Saturday, June 27, with a full day of programming, discounted admission and special activities for visitors of all ages. The special day features $9 admission for non-members (members always visit free), free snacks, special animal encounters and additional programming throughout the day. The event is designed as a thank-you to the community; the backbone of the organization, sustaining 90 years of inspiration, discovery and learning. “We’re turning 90, and the party is all about YOU!” the organization said, announcing the event. As part of the festivities, every 90th visitor entering the grounds in the days leading up to Saturday will receive a surprise. As a special nod to the institution’s founding, both regularly scheduled Stamford Skies planetarium shows at 2 and 8 p.m. on June 27 will feature a look back at the night sky as it appeared 90 years ago. Under the dome, visitors will experience the night sky exactly as the museum’s founders would have seen it on opening day in 1936. Planetarium tickets are not included with admission and may be purchased in advance at www.stamfordmuseum.org/astronomy Getting There The Stamford Museum & Nature Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in North Stamford, with entrances at both 39 & 151 Scofieldtown Road, Stamford, CT,. Connecting people to art, nature, science and each other, the SM&NC serves as a vital cultural and educational resource, inspiring creativity, fostering self-discovery and nurturing a lifelong love of learning through exhibitions, programs and events. To learn more, call Visitor Service at 203.977.6521 or visit www.stamfordmuseum.org.
By Cathy Ithier June 15, 2026
Discover CT250 events, fireworks, parades, and historic celebrations honoring America's 250th anniversary in Fairfield County, Connecticut.
June 11, 2026
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. ## 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.
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) 🎟️ Newtown: Speed Dating Ages 40-55 at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(7pm) Norwalk: Detroy Langer & Riccio Organ Trio at Greer Southern Table(6pm –9pm) 🎀 Norwalk: KARAOKE Party at BRASS & BONE(8pm) Shelton: Benny LIVE at Spotted Horse Tavern(8pm) πŸ˜† 🎟️ 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) πŸŽ€πŸŒ… 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) 🎢 Newtown: Aquila’s Nest Vineyard - Don Lowe (5:30-8:30pm) Norwalk: America 250: Visions & Voices at The Norwalk Art Space(8am) 🍽️ 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) 🧠 Norwalk: Trivia Nights at Odeen’s at Oak Hills Golf Course (7-9pm) 🍽️ Norwalk: Otis and the Hurricanes LIVE at Brass & Bones(9pm) Piermont, NY: Tune-Up Thursdays(5pm –10pm) πŸŽ€πŸŒ… 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) πŸ˜† 🎟️ Stamford: Comedian Zak Toscani at New York Comedy Club Stamford(7pm) πŸŽ€πŸŒ… 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) πŸŽ€πŸŒ… Brookfield: Bock & Blu at the Summer Concerts in the Park - Brookfield (6:30pm) πŸŽ€πŸŒ… 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) πŸŽͺ Danbury: Greek Festival at Assumption Greek Orthodox Church(5pm –9pm) Danbury: River of Dreams LIVE at Sugar Hollow Taproom(8:30pm) πŸŽ€πŸŒ… 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) 🎟️ Newtown: Aquila’s Nest Vineyard -The 80s Rock Experience Tribute Show (6pm ) 🍽️ 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) 🍽️ 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) πŸ˜† 🎟️ 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) πŸŽ€πŸŒ… Westport: THE DISCO BISCUITS at The Levitt Pavilion(6:30pm) πŸŽ€πŸŒ… 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) πŸŽ€πŸŒ…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) πŸŽͺ Bay Shore, NY: North Meets South Food & Drink Festival(12pm – 6pm) πŸ“ Cheshire: Cheshire Strawberry Festival and Craft Fair(10am –4pm) πŸŽ‰πŸŽͺ Danbury: Downtown Danbury Street Festival(12pm – 6pm) πŸ•οΈ 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) πŸŽ€πŸŒ… 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) πŸ“ Mystic: Mistick Strawberry Festival(11am –6pm) 🎢 Newtown: Aquila’s Nest Vineyard - Dina DiMarco Duo (2-5pm) 🎡🎱 Newtown: Mom and Dad Prom DJ Bingo at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(6:30pm) πŸ¦†β˜€οΈ Newtown: Newtown Duck Race & Festival (10am –2:30pm) Newtown: On the Rocks LIVE at Reverie Brewing Company(6pm –9pm) πŸŽͺ Norwalk: Norwalk Outdoor Sunset Bazaar(4pm – 8pm) 🍽️ Norwalk: Shayla Hernandez at Brass & Bone (6pm) Norwalk: JuiceBox LIVE at 314 Beer Garden(7:30pm) 🍽️ Norwalk: Albi LIVE Brass & Bone(9:30pm) Old Greenwich: Milo and Friends LIVE at Bosco's Bar and Grill (9pm –12am) πŸ“ 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) 🎨πŸŽͺ Stamford: Arts & Crafts on Bedford(10am) Stamford: Open Play Chess in Latham Park, Stamford(1pm – 3pm) πŸ˜†πŸŽŸοΈ Stamford: Comedians James Goff, Eli Ruffer, Michele Traina, Alaina Bamfield at New York Comedy Club Stamford (4:30pm) πŸ˜†πŸŽŸοΈ 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) πŸŽ€πŸŒ… Weston: Music in the Meadow with Morningside (6:30pm) πŸŽ€πŸŒ… Westport: THE DISCO BISCUITS at The Levitt Pavilion(6:30pm) Westport: Cooked Up LIVE at Black Duck Cafe(9pm) πŸŽ€πŸŒ…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) πŸŽ€πŸŒ… Fairfield: Fountainhead (Classic Rock) at Sherman Green Gazebo (6:30pm –8pm) πŸŽ€πŸŒ… Greenwich: Jumpin’ Jams - Greenwich Point Summer Concerts (10am) πŸŽ€πŸŒ… 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) πŸ“ Mystic: Mistick Strawberry Festival (11am –6pm) New Canaan: What the Constitution means to me( 2pm) πŸŽͺ New Britain: Little Poland Festival(11am –6pm) 🎢 Newtown: Aquila’s Nest Vineyard - Round Two Duo (2-5pm) ⭐ Newtown: Cheese Fondue Dip & Sip at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(12pm) ⭐ Newtown: Chocolate and Wine Pairing at Aquila's Nest Vineyards(12pm) 🎟️ 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) πŸŽ€πŸŒ… Norwalk: The Fairfield Counts - Norwalk Summer Green Concerts(5pm – 6:30pm) Norwalk: Matt Fernandez LIVE at Washington Prime(11:30am –2:30pm) πŸŽ€πŸŒ… Old Greenwich: Jumpin' Jams - Greenwich Point Summer Concerts(10am) πŸŽ€πŸŒ… 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) πŸ˜† 🎟️ 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.
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