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Out & About in Connecticut
JUNE 2025
June 2-3: New London
Please double check dates, times and any changes before heading out to these great events. Due to Covid some events require you to purchase tickets online and in advance.
5th Charlotte’s Web: Dominion Energy Schooltime Performance Series, Garde Arts Center, 325 State St., New London. This treasured tale, featuring madcap and endearing farm animals, explores bravery, selfless love and the true meaning of friendship. Call the Garde Box Office (860-444-7373 x1) to purchase tickets
June 3-4: West Hartford
26th Connecticut Women’s Open, Hartford Golf Club, 134 Norwood Road, West Hartford. Watch some of the best professional and amateur players from Connecticut and around the country compete at Hartford Golf Club in the 26th Connecticut Women’s Open. Free
June 4: New London
FREE U.S. Coast Guard Band Concert at Cadet Memorial Field, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, 15 Mohegan Ave, New London. The Coast Guard Band presents “A Sousa Spectacular” at Cadet Memorial Field on the beautiful grounds of the Coast Guard Academy! Come enjoy an outdoor concert under the lights with plenty of John Philip Sousa, dazzling soloists, and much more. In case of inclement weather, the rain location is right next door in Leamy Hall. A valid photo ID is required upon entering the CGA. FREE
June 6-8: Goshen
2025 Goshen Stampede, Goshen Fairgrounds, 116 Old Middle StreetGoshen. Celebrating 20 YEARS of stomping the grounds! 2 HUGE Rodeos, Demolition Derby, Truck Pulls, Monster Trucks, Quad Racing, & Country Star Matt Stell performing LIVE!��Buy Tickets Online or at the Gate . General Admission: Adult 16+ $26, Youth 6-15 $16. Fri. 4 p.m.-10 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
June 6-8: Essex
2025 Connecticut Sea Music Festival, Various locations around Essex. This family-friendly weekend includes a Symposium on the Music of the Sea, free day-time workshops and concerts featuring
Please double check dates, times and any changes before heading out to these great events. Due to Covid some events require you to purchase tickets online and in advance.
local, regional, and international maritime performers, a family stage, demonstrations of sailor skills, sails on the Connecticut River, a Sunday morning revival-style hymn sing, and late night Chantey Sings in the Griswold Inn and the Essex Corinthian Yacht Club. Daytime events are FREE. See website for additional information. Daily 9 a.m.10 p.m.
June 7: Simsbury
UConn Health Half Marathon, 10k & 5k, Simsbury Meadows
Performing Arts Center, 22 Iron Horse Blvd, Simsbury. HMF FitKids: Bring the whole family and enjoy the kids run with options of a ¼ mile, ½ mile or 1 mile (for kids ages 2-11)! Admission $12-$72
June 7: Jewett City
3 Day Carnival / Concerts 11+ Youthtopia + Fireworks & Food Trucks, Griswold Park & Recreation, 68 Ashland Street, Jewett City. Y outhtopia is back with a boom! Well... a lot of booms! Fireworks & Food are a great way to get our community together. FREE 4 – 10pm
June 7-8: Harwinton
Wizards, Warriors, & Bards Weekend at Robin Hood’s Medieval Faire, Harwinton Fairgrounds, 150 Locust Road, Dress as your favorite adventurer, warrior, wizard, bard, or monster, and join our epic celebration of gaming and fantasy culture. Adults (16+): $15, Youth (7-15): $10, Kids 6 and under: FREE. Saturday & Sunday, June 7, 2025 to June 8, 2025 – 10:30 AM to 6:00 PM
June 7-8: Statewide
CT Trails Day 2025, CT Trails Day events are free, open to all, and guided by people who are familiar with each site. Events include hiking, biking, horseback riding, running, trail maintenance, kayaking, family walks, educational outings, bird watching, and more for people of all ages, backgrounds, and interests.
June 14: Newtown
Rooster Run, Fairfield Hills Campus. Keating Farms Avenue,
Out & About in Connecticut
JUNE 2025
Please double check dates, times and any changes before heading out to these great events. Due to Covid some events require you to purchase tickets online and in advance.
Newtown. The Rooster Run/Walk will have a certified 5K and 10K course. Your little chickens will also have a chance to run in our 100 Yard, Little Chicks Dash. Make it a family event, bring your friends and family and cheer them on as they raise money for a great cause! This race/walk is for the elite to the novice. $10-$35 per person, 7am – 12pm
June 15: Mansfield
Nipmuck South Trail Race 2025, Mansfield Hollow State Park Bassetts Bridge Road, Mansfield. The Nipmuck South trail race follows a beautiful section of the Nipmuck Trail, in an out-and-back course format covering a total of 14.5 miles. Sunday, at 9:00 AM
June 18-22: Cromwell
Travelers Championship, Tournament Players Club at River Highlands, 1 Golf Club Rd., Cromwell. The event attracts the world’s best golfers to Connecticut for the northeast’s only PGA Tour, featuring exciting golf action.
June 21-22: Mystic Strawberry Festival, Olde Mistick Village, 27 Coogan Blvd, Mystic. This festival will celebrate all things STRAWBERRIES! From fresh strawberries, to jams, pies and more! We will celebrate all things late spring and early summer here in New England!! 11am-6pm. FREE
June 26: Manchester
Children’s Performance Series: Princesses in the Park, Wickham Park, 1329 Middle Turnpike West, Manchester. rincesses in the Park return again this year! Dress up and bring your little royals for a magical morning of storytelling, sing-alongs and dancing! Located under the outdoor tent at the Cabin in the Hilltop Garden. Free with $7 vehicle entry fee. Park gates open at 9:30 a.m., Performance 11am-12pm
Out & About is a guide to family–oriented, events and is provided as a community service. As events may change after printing we suggest you call ahead to verify. We welcome your events. Please visit us at www.CTKidsandFamily.com.
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Summer Camps
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