The 2023 festival will premiere five new works and present nearly two dozen other performances in music, drama, dance and storytelling, plus a dance residency for people of all abilities. There will be something going on every day on and around the Guilford Green from September 17-24.

Come to The Guilford Fair, Established in 1859, the Fair is held each year during the third full weekend in September, on the Fairgrounds in historic Guilford, Enjoy the entertainment and exhibits for all ages! Live bands headline the musical entertainment Friday and Saturday nights and Sunday afternoon. As in the past, one gate admission covers all shows, the Guilford Fair Circus, competitions, displays, and exhibits inside, with special appearances this year from Rosaire’s Royal Racing Pigs, and Sharpy the Mammoth Donkey. Only rides and refreshments are extra.

A family tradition since 1942!! Come see the Exhibits, listen to the music, see the exciting entertainment around the grounds, take in a tractor pull and eat great fair food! See you at the Fair!

The North Branford Potato and Corn Festival, or PoCo Fest, is an exciting annual event celebrating the harvest of potatoes and corn in North Branford, Connecticut. This free, family-friendly festival features a wide range of activities, including delicious food, free contests and games, rides and amusements, a craft and business expo, a petting zoo, and live entertainment throughout the weekend.

Come enjoy a day of tacos, margaritas, tequila ,lucha libre wrestling, donkey rides, mariachis and so much more!

Celebrate summer with the return of the Guilford Craft Expo! This 3-day event, taking place July 14-16, 2023 on the Guilford Green, is one of the longest-running and renowned craft shows in the country. Over 170 acclaimed artists and makers from around the country will set up booths on the green, showcasing the finest in contemporary and traditional craft. The juried and curated Guilford Craft Expo has been an important event for artists to showcase their work and interact with the public. For over 60 years, hundreds of local, regional and national artists and makers have connected to thousands of shoppers eager to purchase unique works directly from the makers. This

The 39th Annual Branford Festival Returns in 2023! We are excited to bring this amazing event back to our town green on June 16th, 17th and 18th.

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— Guilford Art Center plans a multi-media exhibit of faculty work that will open to the public February 3 – 26. Featured works include ceramics, painting, drawing, fiber art, metals, and sculpture by members of GAC’s professional faculty.

At the Home Show, our goal is simple: to inspire, motivate and excite you for your upcoming home improvement-whether it's a minor renovation or a major remodel.

Presented by the Connecticut Marine Trades Association, the 53rd Annual Hartford Boat Show showcases the excitement of recreational boating in Connecticut for novice boaters to experienced navigators alike – whether on the Long Island Sound or on the state’s lakes, ponds, and waterways. It is a prime location to discover aisles of boats and merchandise, compare features and prices, and talk to the experts about the types of boats that best meet your needs.