All upcoming events
Every listing on the Fairfield County Wave calendar, soonest first. For the month view, see the calendar.
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Lines of Liberty at Pequot Library
An exhibition drawn from Pequot Library's own historic maps, atlases and manuscripts, showing how maps were made and used from the colonial era through the 20th century. On view through Jan. 9, 2027.
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Festive Home 2026 Holiday Marketplace
Handmade holiday gifts from more than 50 artisans, member artwork and designer vignettes. Free. Tuesday to Friday noon to 5 p.m., weekends 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed Mondays and closed Nov. 23 to 26 for Thanksgiving.
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GLOW Wild at Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo
The zoo's evening lantern festival, with more than 40 illuminated displays and hundreds of handcrafted wildlife lanterns. Thursday through Sunday nights, 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., through Dec. 20. Tickets are sold online, with
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Amélie the Musical
The community theater's production of Amélie, directed by Matt Austin and Jessica Chesbro. Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m., through Dec. 5. Reserved seats $35 adults, $30 seniors, $25 students.
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NorWALKer Community Walk
Free guided walk on the Norwalk River Valley Trail with the Norwalk Health Department. Meets weekly; November 23 starts at Oyster Shell Park playground, 95 North Water Street, and November 30 at Mathews Park Gate House,
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World Anteater Day at the Beardsley Zoo
A day at the zoo built around its three giant anteaters on the Pampas Plains, including Kayapo, the daughter of Pana and EO. Regular zoo admission and hours.
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The Common Table: Kat Ashmore and Ramin Ganeshram
Cookbook author and chef Kat Ashmore talks with culinary historian Ramin Ganeshram about food, history and cooking, opening a conversation series from Pequot Library and the Southport General Store.
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Darien Nature Center Holiday Market
Local businesses and makers selling gifts, chocolates, pottery, honey and more. Free, no registration.
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Robert Lessler Citizenship Award Presentation
Easton presents its annual citizenship award, named for former selectman Robert Lessler, to this year's recipient, Paul Lindoerfer. Held in the Easton Public Library Community Room.
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Point72 Giant Balloon Inflation Party
Watch the Parade Spectacular's giant helium balloons inflated the night before the parade, with live music, performances and an appearance by Santa. Free.
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Run for the Turkeys 5K
The 42nd annual 5K road race and health walk. Bibs from 9 a.m., Kids Fun Run at 9:30 a.m. on the high school track, 5K at 11 a.m. Runners $25, walkers $10, kids $5. Bring a non-perishable food item for the town food pant
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Stamford Downtown Parade Spectacular
Giant helium balloons, marching bands and dance groups on a route of about a mile through downtown Stamford. Several streets close; free parking maps and the route are on the district's site. The Stamford train station i
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Greater Connecticut Youth Orchestras: Jack Lawrence Fall Concerts
The youth orchestras' fall concerts at the Klein, in three performances at 1:00, 3:30 and 6:00 p.m.
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Wilton Parish 300th Anniversary Celebration
Wilton Congregational Church invites the whole town to mark 300 years of Wilton Parish: hors d'oeuvres, drinks, historical photos and stories from Wilton Historical Society director Nick Foster. Children welcome. Registr
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Newtown Turkey Trot
The 17th annual Thanksgiving morning 5K run and 2.5K fitness walk, benefiting the C.H. Booth Library. Online registration open until race morning. Packet pickup at the library Nov. 23 and 24, 4 to 7 p.m. No dogs.
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Stratford Turkey Day Trot 5K
The 24th Thanksgiving morning 5K run and walk through Stratford Center, on a flat course that starts and finishes in front of the Stratford Theatre on Main Street. Free kids run for ages 9 and under at 8:05 a.m.; the 5K
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Thanksgiving Community Feast
A family-style Thanksgiving dinner at Lachat Town Farm for individuals and families who would otherwise be alone. $25 a person, children under 12 free, up to 4 per group; register by November 20 online or at 203-984-8403
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Greenwich Reindeer Festival and Santa's Workshop
Three live reindeer and photos with Santa, the festival's 18th year. No tickets or reservations; free parking; dogs welcome. Hours: Monday to Friday noon to 6 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., closed Sundays, Christmas Ev
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Great Trains Show
Model train layouts and a miniature winter village in the Wilton Historical Society's historic buildings. Opens November 27 at noon; then Thursday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday noon to 4 p.m. through January 1
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Winterfest Artisan Indoor Market
Local artists and makers sell their work indoors during downtown Bethel's Winterfest.
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First Gift Express Santa Trains
A short ride in a restored 1950s Rail Diesel Car through the Danbury railyard, then a meet and greet where Santa and Mrs. Claus hand out each child's first gift (bring a pre-wrapped present or order one online). Saturday
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New Fairfield Holiday Light Parade and Tree Lighting
The lighted parade leaves the Senior Center at 5:15 p.m., turns onto Route 39 and ends at Memorial Field, where Santa lights the town tree at 5:45 p.m. with carols at the gazebo and free hot cocoa and coffee. Santa's Wor
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The Irish Tenors With the Ridgefield Symphony Orchestra
Anthony Kearns, Ronan Tynan and Patrick Hyland with the Ridgefield Symphony Orchestra, performing Irish standards and Christmas selections. A food drive for Meals on Wheels of Ridgefield and the RVNA runs at the show.
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Festival of Wreaths Reception and Final Bidding
Closing reception for the Darien Nature Center's revived Festival of Wreaths. Donated wreaths are on display and open for bidding from November 23; proceeds support nature education programs.
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Fiddler on the Roof: Trumbull Community Theatre
Trumbull Community Theatre stages the Bock and Harnick musical in the Trumbull High School theater. Performances Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Dec. 3 to 5, at 7 p.m., and Sunday, Dec. 6, at 2 p.m. Tickets online; servic
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An American Christmas Carol
The Sherman Players' holiday production, closing their centennial season in the Sherman Playhouse. General admission; tickets through the Players' website or 860-354-3622.
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Christine Ebersole with Billy Stritch: Home for the Holidays
Two-time Tony Award winner Christine Ebersole and Grammy winner Billy Stritch at the piano in a holiday concert.
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Community Tree Lighting and Holiday Market
Celebrate Shelton's 13th annual tree lighting at the Rotary Pavilion, with a market of local artisans, free cocoa and cookies, and Santa and Mrs. Claus arriving by fire truck after the 6:30 p.m. lighting. Rain or shine.
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New Canaan Holiday Stroll
Downtown New Canaan under the lights: stores open, food, a show by young local performers, and selfies with Santa and Mrs. Claus. On Saturday, December 5, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Santa visits Houlihan Lawrence, 161 Elm Street
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Winter Greens Wreath Decorating
Make a custom wreath by the fire in Lachat's Offutt Center; greens, decorations and snacks included. $85, seniors $75.
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Winter Book Sale at Plumb
The Friends of the Shelton Libraries sell used books in the Plumb Library Book Nook. Cash only; proceeds support the Shelton Library System.
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Light the Lights Winter Festival
Downtown Danbury's holiday festival on the CityCenter Green: the lighting of the 40-foot tree, Santa, holiday vendors, live entertainment, a holiday fire truck parade, and hot chocolate and soup from The Salvation Army.
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Sherman Library Centennial Winter Gala: Crystal Luxe
The library's 100th-year gala and fundraiser: cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, live music and a silent auction. Tickets $150 through Nov. 14, then $175; sales end Nov. 30.
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Heights and Lights
Santa, Rudolph, the Grinch and friends rappel 22 stories down Landmark Square, followed by fireworks, a march up Bedford Street and the lighting of Stamford's holiday tree in Latham Park. Times to be announced by Stamfor
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Fairfield County Children's Choir: A Holiday Pops Celebration
The Fairfield County Children's Choir's winter concert at the Klein.
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The Nutcracker by Ridgefield Conservatory of Dance: Opening Night
A full-length Nutcracker with student, professional and guest dancers, directed by Henry Seth and Amy Piantaggini. Friday tickets include the opening night reception; the pre-show runs from 5 to 6:30 p.m.
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Eileen Ivers: Joyful Christmas
Eileen Ivers brings her Joyful Christmas show to the Klein.
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A Sherlock Carol
The Playhouse holiday production returns: a grown-up Tiny Tim asks Sherlock Holmes to investigate the death of Ebenezer Scrooge. Performances December 12 to 20; see the Playhouse for times.
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Lachat Winter Market
Local vendors selling art, clothing, jewelry, housewares, baked goods and local foods, plus hot food. Park in the lower field at the main entrance; no reservation needed.
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The Four Horsemen Holiday Show
The annual holiday show by David Ray, Mike Latini, Dave Goldenberg and George Mallas, a fundraiser and raffle for the NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell bone marrow transplant program. Members $20, nonmembers $30. Bring
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Fireside Concert: Gingersnap Duo
Holiday concert by vocalist and violinist Arjana Danylets and pianist Ivan Danylets in Lachat's 1770 farmhouse. $25.
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Lunar A Cappella Holiday Concert
Seasonal songs from Lunar, an all-female a cappella group. Doors open at 7 p.m. All tickets $25 online or at the door.
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Greater Bridgeport Symphony: American Holiday
The Greater Bridgeport Symphony's holiday concert, with a program of American holiday music.
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