Upcoming Events on
the Connecticut Shoreline

Looking for the best events near you on the Connecticut Shoreline? Our Shoreline Connecticut events calendar is your go-to guide for everything happening along the coast. From lively festivals and farmers markets to local concerts, art shows, and family-friendly activities, there’s always something happening. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, explore the latest happenings and never miss out on seasonal celebrations, food festivals, live performances, and more. Bookmark this page to stay updated on all the must-attend events near you on the Connecticut Shoreline!

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Sunday Live Music Series at Gouveia Vineyards
May 18
Sunday Live Music Series at Gouveia Vineyards

Unwind with live music every Sunday from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Gouveia Vineyards in Wallingford, CT. Enjoy performances by local artists, stunning vineyard views, and a selection of fine wines.

Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds – 2025 Season
May 22
Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds – 2025 Season

Experience the charm of the Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds every Thursday from May 15 through October 30, 2025. From 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, enjoy a variety of local produce, artisan foods, and handcrafted goods in a family-friendly atmosphere at 111 Lovers Lane, Guilford, CT.

Kick-Off to Summer: Summer Menu Preview Cocktail Party at Mix Restaurant & Rooftop
May 22
Kick-Off to Summer: Summer Menu Preview Cocktail Party at Mix Restaurant & Rooftop

Experience the flavors of the upcoming season at the Kick-Off to Summer Cocktail Party on Thursday, May 22, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Mix Restaurant & Rooftop in Mystic, CT. Enjoy a variety of summer dishes, beer, and wine in a scenic rooftop setting.

Lobster Mania at The Wharf – Memorial Day Weekend 2025
May 23
Lobster Mania at The Wharf – Memorial Day Weekend 2025

Experience Lobster Mania at The Wharf Restaurant, Madison Beach Hotel, from May 23–26, 2025. Savor a variety of lobster dishes while enjoying beachfront dining.

Little Red Bar[n] Live Music Opening Night – May 23, 2025
May 23
Little Red Bar[n] Live Music Opening Night – May 23, 2025

Celebrate the start of the 2025 live music season at Bishop’s Orchards' Little Red Bar[n] on Friday, May 23, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Enjoy an evening of food, drinks, and live music in a picturesque farm setting.

Niantic Artisan & Vintage Market – May 24, 2025
May 24
Niantic Artisan & Vintage Market – May 24, 2025

Experience the charm of the Niantic Artisan & Vintage Market on Saturday, May 24, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Enjoy local artisans, vintage treasures, food trucks, and a classic car show along Main Street in Niantic, CT.

Lobster Mania at The Wharf – Memorial Day Weekend 2025
May 24
Lobster Mania at The Wharf – Memorial Day Weekend 2025

Experience Lobster Mania at The Wharf Restaurant, Madison Beach Hotel, from May 23–26, 2025. Savor a variety of lobster dishes while enjoying beachfront dining.

Lobster Mania at The Wharf – Memorial Day Weekend 2025
May 25
Lobster Mania at The Wharf – Memorial Day Weekend 2025

Experience Lobster Mania at The Wharf Restaurant, Madison Beach Hotel, from May 23–26, 2025. Savor a variety of lobster dishes while enjoying beachfront dining.

Sunday Live Music Series at Gouveia Vineyards
May 25
Sunday Live Music Series at Gouveia Vineyards

Unwind with live music every Sunday from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Gouveia Vineyards in Wallingford, CT. Enjoy performances by local artists, stunning vineyard views, and a selection of fine wines.

Old Saybrook Dockside Naval Ceremony and Memorial Day Parade
May 26
Old Saybrook Dockside Naval Ceremony and Memorial Day Parade

Commemorate Memorial Day in Old Saybrook on Monday, May 26, 2025. The day's events begin with a Dockside Naval Ceremony at 9:00 AM, followed by a parade stepping off at 10:00 AM from Elm Street to the Town Green, culminating in a Memorial Program honoring our veterans.

Essex Memorial Day Parade
May 26
Essex Memorial Day Parade

Celebrate Memorial Day in Essex on Monday, May 26, 2025. The parade begins at 9:00 AM from the Essex waterfront, stopping at the Town Hall for a prayer and salute, and concluding at the Veterans’ Memorial Hall in Centerbrook with a ceremony around 10:30 AM. Enjoy refreshments served by the Essex Veterans’ Memorial Hall.

Madison Memorial Day Parade & Remembrance Ceremony
May 26
Madison Memorial Day Parade & Remembrance Ceremony

Join the community for the Madison Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony on Monday, May 26, 2025, at 10 a.m. Parade begins on Boston Post Road and ends with a remembrance ceremony and flyover at the Town Green.

Branford Memorial Day Parade
May 26
Branford Memorial Day Parade

Commemorate Memorial Day in Branford on Monday, May 26, 2025. The day's events begin with a ceremonial program at 10:00 AM on the Town Green, followed by a parade along Main Street at approximately 10:30 AM, featuring local veterans, civic organizations, and community groups.

Memorial Day Car Show at Lyman Orchards – May 26, 2025
May 26
Memorial Day Car Show at Lyman Orchards – May 26, 2025

Celebrate Memorial Day at Lyman Orchards with a classic car show on Monday, May 26, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Hosted by RAD STALLIONS, the event features a variety of vehicles, family-friendly activities, and a Salute to the Flag Ceremony at 2:00 PM. Free for spectators; vehicle registration is a $10 donation to Disabled American Veterans.

East Lyme Memorial Day Parade - May 26, 2025
May 26
East Lyme Memorial Day Parade - May 26, 2025

Celebrate Memorial Day in East Lyme on Monday, May 26, 2025. The parade begins at 2:00 PM near St. John's Green, proceeds down Niantic's Main Street, and concludes at the East Lyme Town Hall. This annual event honors all who have served in the U.S. military.

Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds – 2025 Season
May 29
Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds – 2025 Season

Experience the charm of the Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds every Thursday from May 15 through October 30, 2025. From 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, enjoy a variety of local produce, artisan foods, and handcrafted goods in a family-friendly atmosphere at 111 Lovers Lane, Guilford, CT.

Thursday Night Trivia at Bishop's Orchards Little Red Bar[n]
May 29
Thursday Night Trivia at Bishop's Orchards Little Red Bar[n]

Test your knowledge at Bishop's Orchards Little Red Bar[n] every Thursday from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM. Enjoy a lively trivia night hosted by Dave Lefkin, with food, drinks, and prizes for the top teams.

Sunday Live Music Series at Gouveia Vineyards
Jun 1
Sunday Live Music Series at Gouveia Vineyards

Unwind with live music every Sunday from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Gouveia Vineyards in Wallingford, CT. Enjoy performances by local artists, stunning vineyard views, and a selection of fine wines.

Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds – 2025 Season
Jun 5
Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds – 2025 Season

Experience the charm of the Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds every Thursday from May 15 through October 30, 2025. From 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, enjoy a variety of local produce, artisan foods, and handcrafted goods in a family-friendly atmosphere at 111 Lovers Lane, Guilford, CT.

Thursday Night Trivia at Bishop's Orchards Little Red Bar[n]
Jun 5
Thursday Night Trivia at Bishop's Orchards Little Red Bar[n]

Test your knowledge at Bishop's Orchards Little Red Bar[n] every Thursday from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM. Enjoy a lively trivia night hosted by Dave Lefkin, with food, drinks, and prizes for the top teams.

Sunday Live Music Series at Gouveia Vineyards
Jun 8
Sunday Live Music Series at Gouveia Vineyards

Unwind with live music every Sunday from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Gouveia Vineyards in Wallingford, CT. Enjoy performances by local artists, stunning vineyard views, and a selection of fine wines.

Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds – 2025 Season
Jun 12
Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds – 2025 Season

Experience the charm of the Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds every Thursday from May 15 through October 30, 2025. From 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, enjoy a variety of local produce, artisan foods, and handcrafted goods in a family-friendly atmosphere at 111 Lovers Lane, Guilford, CT.

Thursday Night Trivia at Bishop's Orchards Little Red Bar[n]
Jun 12
Thursday Night Trivia at Bishop's Orchards Little Red Bar[n]

Test your knowledge at Bishop's Orchards Little Red Bar[n] every Thursday from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM. Enjoy a lively trivia night hosted by Dave Lefkin, with food, drinks, and prizes for the top teams.

Sunday Live Music Series at Gouveia Vineyards
Jun 15
Sunday Live Music Series at Gouveia Vineyards

Unwind with live music every Sunday from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Gouveia Vineyards in Wallingford, CT. Enjoy performances by local artists, stunning vineyard views, and a selection of fine wines.

Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds – 2025 Season
Jun 19
Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds – 2025 Season

Experience the charm of the Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds every Thursday from May 15 through October 30, 2025. From 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, enjoy a variety of local produce, artisan foods, and handcrafted goods in a family-friendly atmosphere at 111 Lovers Lane, Guilford, CT.

Thursday Night Trivia at Bishop's Orchards Little Red Bar[n]
Jun 19
Thursday Night Trivia at Bishop's Orchards Little Red Bar[n]

Test your knowledge at Bishop's Orchards Little Red Bar[n] every Thursday from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM. Enjoy a lively trivia night hosted by Dave Lefkin, with food, drinks, and prizes for the top teams.

Sunday Live Music Series at Gouveia Vineyards
Jun 22
Sunday Live Music Series at Gouveia Vineyards

Unwind with live music every Sunday from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Gouveia Vineyards in Wallingford, CT. Enjoy performances by local artists, stunning vineyard views, and a selection of fine wines.

Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds – 2025 Season
Jun 26
Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds – 2025 Season

Experience the charm of the Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds every Thursday from May 15 through October 30, 2025. From 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, enjoy a variety of local produce, artisan foods, and handcrafted goods in a family-friendly atmosphere at 111 Lovers Lane, Guilford, CT.

Sunday Live Music Series at Gouveia Vineyards
Jun 29
Sunday Live Music Series at Gouveia Vineyards

Unwind with live music every Sunday from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Gouveia Vineyards in Wallingford, CT. Enjoy performances by local artists, stunning vineyard views, and a selection of fine wines.

Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds – 2025 Season
Jul 3
Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds – 2025 Season

Experience the charm of the Farmers Market at the Guilford Fairgrounds every Thursday from May 15 through October 30, 2025. From 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, enjoy a variety of local produce, artisan foods, and handcrafted goods in a family-friendly atmosphere at 111 Lovers Lane, Guilford, CT.