Community Calendar: New London County & Washington County
A publication-style guide to upcoming events across Southeastern Connecticut and South County Rhode Island — including festivals, concerts, farmers markets, theater, arts, food, family fun, and coastal community gatherings.
Issue Focus
Summer events, local traditions, markets, music, arts, food, and family fun.
Coverage Area
New London County, Connecticut and Washington County, Rhode Island.
Community Resource
Built to include as many verified local events as possible.
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Your Guide to What’s Happening Along the Shoreline
Welcome to the latest Seaport Real Estate Services Community Calendar, a regional event guide built for residents, visitors, clients, and local businesses throughout New London County and Washington County.
This issue is intentionally broad. Rather than simply picking the most popular events, we are gathering as many useful, source-linked events as possible so readers can explore what is happening in their own towns and neighboring shoreline communities.
From New London, Groton, Mystic, Stonington, Waterford, and Niantic to Westerly, Narragansett, South Kingstown, and beyond, this calendar celebrates the local energy that makes our coastal region such a special place to live, work, and explore.
New London County, Connecticut
Festivals, farmers markets, outdoor concerts, theater, cultural events, family activities, sports, and seasonal happenings across Southeastern Connecticut.
Historic Harbors, Summer Music & Community Traditions
From New London to Mystic and Niantic, New London County offers a strong blend of heritage events, waterfront experiences, local food, theater, and family-friendly programming.
Festivals, Celebrations & Signature Events
Community traditions, seasonal happenings, and larger destination-style events.
Juneteenth Celebration Day
Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Hempsted Houses, 11 Hempstead Street, New London, CT
A community-centered Juneteenth event featuring celebration, commemoration, vendors, food, and programming at one of New London’s historic sites.
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Ocean Beach Park Polka Days
Time: See official schedule
Location: Ocean Beach Park, New London, CT
A multi-day polka festival with live bands, dancing, and entertainment in one of New London’s most recognizable shoreline settings.
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Strawberry Festival at Olde Mistick Village
Time: See event page
Location: Olde Mistick Village, Mystic, CT
A festive weekend celebrating strawberries, local treats, shopping, and the classic village atmosphere of Mystic.
View EventsFarmers Markets & Local Food
Fresh food, local products, and recurring community gathering spots.
Farmers’ Market at Washington Park
Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Washington Park, 155 Meridian Street, Groton, CT
Groton’s recurring Tuesday market offers a welcoming neighborhood setting for shopping local produce and artisan goods.
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Denison Farmers Market
Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Denison Homestead, Mystic, CT
A long-running Mystic market celebrating locally grown and produced Connecticut products in a historic setting.
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Stonington Village Farmers Market
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Stonington Village, CT
A scenic Saturday morning market offering fresh goods, local products, and classic shoreline village charm.
View EventsLive Music, Concerts & Entertainment
Waterfront music, public concert series, and unique evening experiences.
Concerts in the Park — Mystic Dead
Time: 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Washington Park, 155 Meridian Street, Groton, CT
Cost: Free
One of Groton’s popular free summer concerts, set in Washington Park and ideal for a laid-back community evening.
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Concerts in the Park — Branded
Time: 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Washington Park, 155 Meridian Street, Groton, CT
Cost: Free
Another free installment of Groton’s seasonal concert series, perfect for readers looking for more live music opportunities.
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Waterford Summer Concert Series — Ticket to Ride
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Waterford Beach Park, 305 Great Neck Road, Waterford, CT
A summer evening concert at Waterford Beach Park, bringing a lively waterfront soundtrack to the season.
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Thursdays Aboard ARGIA: Live Music with James Harris
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: ARGIA Sailing Vessel, Mystic, CT
A memorable on-the-water music experience featuring acoustic favorites while aboard ARGIA in Mystic.
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Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis
Time: 8:00 PM
Location: Garde Arts Center, New London, CT
A major cultural performance in downtown New London, bringing internationally recognized jazz artistry to the region.
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Savor New England
Location: Sun Patio, Mohegan Sun, Uncasville, CT
Admission: Pricing varies
A regional food event featuring coastal-inspired cuisine, food samples, entertainment, and a chowder competition.
View EventBuilt as a True Community Resource
This calendar is designed to be more than a quick roundup. It is a regional publication-style guide that helps residents, visitors, and clients discover events across the shoreline.
Have an event happening in New London County or Washington County? Send it to us and we will consider it for a future issue.
Submit an EventTheater, Family Events & Sports
Stage productions, family-friendly activities, and local sporting events.
Newsies Jr.
Times: Vary by performance
Location: Mystic / Stonington area
A family-friendly youth production based on the popular Disney musical, featuring energetic dance numbers and recognizable songs.
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Barefoot in the Park
Times: 7:30 PM & 2:00 PM performances
Location: Niantic Bay Playhouse, Niantic, CT
A classic comedic stage production at Niantic Bay Playhouse, offering a polished local theater night out.
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Magic by George
Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Mystic & Noank Library, 40 Library Street, Mystic, CT
A family-friendly library event bringing fun, wonder, and live entertainment to Mystic & Noank Library.
View EventWashington County, Rhode Island
South County’s arts, music, markets, beaches, food events, theater, and seasonal traditions from Narragansett to Westerly and beyond.
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South County Charm, Coastal Arts & Summer Tradition
Washington County offers classic Rhode Island coastal energy with open-air concerts, local food events, family-friendly festivals, theater, and signature community gatherings.
Festivals, Arts & Community Events
Markets, craft fairs, arts festivals, and shoreline celebrations.
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Wakefield Rotary Art Festival
Time: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location: Veterans Park, Narragansett, RI
A multi-day festival bringing artists, makers, and visitors together in a scenic coastal setting.
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Annual Strawberry Festival & Outdoor Craft Fair
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Kingston Village, South Kingstown, RI
A favorite local event featuring strawberry shortcake, beverages, community atmosphere, and local craft vendors.
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Environmental Awareness Day
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Gazebo Park, Narragansett, RI
A special event focused on environmental awareness and public engagement, held in a central community location.
View EventLive Music, Beach Events & Entertainment
Concerts, food trucks, and summer experiences in classic South County settings.
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Narragansett Gazebo Summer Concert Series
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Gazebo Park, Narragansett, RI
An easy summer favorite featuring outdoor music in a beautiful coastal park setting.
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Chorus of Westerly Summer Pops
Time: 8:00 PM | Pre-show 6:15 PM
Location: Wilcox Park, Westerly, RI
One of Westerly’s signature summer traditions, bringing community performers and a major evening concert together in Wilcox Park.
View EventFood Trucks at Narragansett Town Beach
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Narragansett Town Beach, 39 Boston Neck Road, Narragansett, RI
A great recurring beachside option combining food, atmosphere, and relaxed summer evenings.
View EventTheater, Culture & More
Indoor arts and culture experiences that complement the outdoor summer season.
Little Shop of Horrors
Time: 7:30 PM performances listed
Location: Theatre By The Sea, 364 Cards Pond Road, Matunuck, RI
A strong date-night or theater outing in South County, presented by the well-known Theatre By The Sea.
View EventArt in Bloom
Location: Artists’ Cooperative Gallery of Westerly, Westerly, RI
A floral and visual arts-focused exhibition that adds another appealing cultural option to the Westerly calendar.
View EventPhilharmonic Concert on the Beach Ticket Window
Location: Narragansett, RI
Ticket availability is listed during this period for the beloved Philharmonic Concert on the Beach, a notable seasonal regional event.
View EventRecurring & Ongoing Events
A convenient table for events that repeat weekly or continue throughout the month or season.
| Event | Date / Frequency | Time | Location | Town | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmers’ Market at Washington Park | Tuesdays in June 2026 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Washington Park | Groton, CT | View Event |
| Denison Farmers Market | Sundays, June through October 2026 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Denison Homestead | Mystic, CT | View Event |
| Narragansett Gazebo Summer Concert Series | Select Fridays | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM | Gazebo Park | Narragansett, RI | View Event |
| Food Trucks at Narragansett Town Beach | Seasonal / Ongoing | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Narragansett Town Beach | Narragansett, RI | View Event |
| Mystic Schooners Baseball Games | Multiple June dates | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | Mystic / Groton Area | Mystic, CT | View Events |
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We are building this Community Calendar as an ongoing regional resource and would love to include more events from throughout New London County and Washington County. If you have an upcoming festival, performance, fundraiser, market, art event, or family-friendly gathering, send it our way.
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