Historic Wethersfield 2026 Community Photo Contest! The Wethersfield Tourism and Cultural Commission invites photographers to enter its 15th Annual community photo contest. Professional and amateur photographers of any age are invited to submit entries to the competition. Winning entries will be published on www.historicwethersfield.org, www.wethersfieldct.gov, www.thegreatelm.com and in various other Town publications and social media. […]
June 2nd, 7:00pm. Lecture: The Catacomb of Loyalty; A Deep Dive into New-Gate's Role in the Revolution Wethersfield Historical Society presents The Catacomb of Loyalty: A Deep Dive into New-Gate’s Role in the Revolution, a lecture given by Morgan Bengel, curator and site administrator of Old New-Gate Prison & Copper Mine. This talk is part […]
Wednesday and Thursday evenings, Sunset Cruises A weekly, 90 minute public cruise. Wethersfield on Wednesday and Rocky Hill on Thursday. May vary. This cruise can offer unique and spectacular views of the sky changing colors that are enhanced when seen from the river. Timed to the sunset. Double check the time and location of departure. […]
June 3rd, 6:00pm. Build a Bigger Table Wethersfield You are cordially invited to the launch of "Build A Bigger Table Wethersfield," a community dinner dedicated to fostering open dialogue and authentic connection. Our Goal: In an increasingly divided world, "Build a Bigger Table" aims to bring community members together to share a meal and engage […]
May 28th – October 8th, Thursdays 3:00pm – 6:00pm. Wethersfield Farmers’ Market Come join the community on at 220 Hartford Avenue on the historic Solomon Welles House lawn. They will again feature +30 vendors every week and will have 15 farmers selling every type of CT Grown product. Special events most weeks and live music. […]
First Thursday of every month, 5:30pm - 7:00pm. Poetry Open Mic Come to Heirloom Market in the heart of the historic and cultural district for a night of great poetry. Grab a drink or a bit to eat and hear some poetry from friends, neighbors, and other local artists! Hosted by Eileen Albrizio at Heirloom […]
May - October, Kayak Rentals at Wethersfield Cove Metacomet Canoe and Kayak will have Kayak and Canoe Rentals at the Wethersfield Cove. They will be available from Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day weekend. No time limit, all life jackets and paddles provided. $30 Kayak, $40 Canoe. ⦁ Fridays 1pm – sundown ⦁ Saturday & […]
June 5th, 6:00pm. American Bluegrass & Square Dance Settle in for a summer evening at the Webb Deane Stevens Museum for high-lonesome harmonies and spirited bluegrass with Audrey Mae, honoring one of America's most enduring musical traditions. Tickets: $15 | Children under 12 FREE Get your tickets now! https://wdsmuseum.org/event/bluegrass-concert-square-dance/
May - October, Kayak Rentals at Wethersfield Cove Metacomet Canoe and Kayak will have Kayak and Canoe Rentals at the Wethersfield Cove. They will be available from Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day weekend. No time limit, all life jackets and paddles provided. $30 Kayak, $40 Canoe. ⦁ Fridays 1pm – sundown ⦁ Saturday & […]
June 6th, 10:00am. Tree Walk Free – Reservations Encouraged Join arborist John Kehoe on this walk featuring Cedar Hill Cemetery’s rare and notable trees. The tour, through the ornamental foreground and historic memorial sections, will highlight trees such as the beautiful European Weeping Beech, the unusual (for the Northeast) Umbrella Magnolia, and the Huss Hemlock named […]
June 6th, 11:00am. 19th Century Vintage Base Ball What's more American than Baseball? How about Base Ball the way it was ment to be played! Come see the Red Onions for a double header vs. Hamden 9 and the Providence Grays at the Wethersfield Cove. Parking available at DMV 60 State Street. 2026 Red Onion […]
June 6th, 11:00am - 3:00pm. Eleanor Buck Wolf Day 2026 Join the The Friends of the Eleanor Buck Wolf Nature Center, Inc. for a FREE day of fun and education for the whole family at the Eleanor Buck Wolf Nature Center, 156 Prospect Street. The Day will include ongoing events, animal petting zoo, reptile show, […]
June 6th, 5:00pm – 9:45pm. Wethersfield Fireworks 2026 Theme: America250 The Town of Wethersfield is happy to announce that the annual fireworks celebration is returning on Saturday, June 6th, 2026 at Cove Park in Old Wethersfield. Starting at 5:00 pm, the event will include live music, DJ, activities for kids, food vendors and more. The […]
June 7th, 9:00am. Laura’s Garden Community Run Join Laura's Garden for the 25th Annual Laura's Garden Community Run at Standish Park in Old Wethersfield, CT. It’s time to sprout into action! Whether you’re a speedy honey bee or a steady little ladybug, there’s a place for you on the path! Choose your challenge: USATF Certified […]
June 7th, CT Trails Day Paddle Great Meadows Conservation Trust, in collaboration with Connecticut River Conservancy, will be holding two paddles at Wethersfield Cove on Connecticut Trails Day Weekend. The paddles will be on Sunday, June 7. A beginner paddle around the cove with paddle instruction and a limited number of kayaks available, and an […]
May - October, Kayak Rentals at Wethersfield Cove Metacomet Canoe and Kayak will have Kayak and Canoe Rentals at the Wethersfield Cove. They will be available from Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day weekend. No time limit, all life jackets and paddles provided. $30 Kayak, $40 Canoe. ⦁ Fridays 1pm – sundown ⦁ Saturday & […]
June 7th, 8:00am - 12:00pm. Wethersfield Bike Festival Show and Swap Meet Family games, many bikes to see. Lots of bicycles, parts, and accessories available to buy. The event is rain or shine at Hanmer School. Free general admission. $25 donation for seller spots. Email tbrown@wethersfield.me for more info! See Facebook event page for more. […]
Sundays, 10:00am - 1:00pm Open Sketch with Live Model (clothed) Poses generally last for the entire open studio session and may run multiple sessions. Models are clothed, and costumed themes, such as Victorian dress and Steampunk, will be introduced. Artists provide their own supplies and media. No instruction; facilitated by artist. Fee: $15 No fee […]
June 8th, 9:00am. Keane Foundation/Unico Golf Tournament Join the Keane Foundation and Wethersfield UNICO for their 24th Annual Golf Tournament at the Wethersfield Country Club. Checkin starts at 9am, golf start time 10:30am. Lunch is to be served at 12 Noon at two locations on the course. Soda and bottled water are free throughout the […]
Tuesdays, 2:30pm, 3:30pm, & 5:00pm. Slipaway River Wethersfield Cove Tours Join Slipaway River Tours for a narrated public tour of the Wethersfield Cove. Single seat availability. Children 10 and under as low as $7. 30 and 60 minute Public Tours at Wethersfield Cove Park, 533 Main Street, Wethersfield, CT 06109. Rates: Adult (11 & over): […]
Bi-Monthly | Every Second Tuesday, 6:00pm – 8:00pm. WDS Book Club Discover hidden stories of America’s past, cultural heritage, and architectural treasures with our new WDS book club, led by Director of Preservation & Collections TR Revella-Hamilton. Journey through time as we explore fascinating narratives from trailblazing architects like Julia Morgan to the preservation adventures […]
Wednesday and Thursday evenings, Sunset Cruises A weekly, 90 minute public cruise. Wethersfield on Wednesday and Rocky Hill on Thursday. May vary. This cruise can offer unique and spectacular views of the sky changing colors that are enhanced when seen from the river. Timed to the sunset. Double check the time and location of departure. […]
June 11th, 6:30pm. Hartford in the Gilded Age Admission: $10.00; Members Free – Reservations Encouraged Learn about Hartford in the Gilded Age, a time when the city saw extraordinary economic, industrial, and population growth. The walking tour, led by Foundation Director Beverly Lucas, explores topics such as industrialization, immigration, materialism, and philanthropy. Hear about the […]
May 28th – October 8th, Thursdays 3:00pm – 6:00pm. Wethersfield Farmers’ Market Come join the community on at 220 Hartford Avenue on the historic Solomon Welles House lawn. They will again feature +30 vendors every week and will have 15 farmers selling every type of CT Grown product. Special events most weeks and live music. […]
June 11th, 5:30pm - 7:30pm. Heirloom Pressed Botanical Art Workshop Join pressed botanical artist Marguerite Alpert of The Flowered Press for a hands-on, two-hour workshop exploring the timeless craft of flower pressing and botanical art, set within the beautiful and historic Heirloom Market in the heart of Old Wethersfield, Connecticut. You’ll learn essential pressing techniques […]
May - October, Kayak Rentals at Wethersfield Cove Metacomet Canoe and Kayak will have Kayak and Canoe Rentals at the Wethersfield Cove. They will be available from Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day weekend. No time limit, all life jackets and paddles provided. $30 Kayak, $40 Canoe. ⦁ Fridays 1pm – sundown ⦁ Saturday & […]
May - October, Kayak Rentals at Wethersfield Cove Metacomet Canoe and Kayak will have Kayak and Canoe Rentals at the Wethersfield Cove. They will be available from Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day weekend. No time limit, all life jackets and paddles provided. $30 Kayak, $40 Canoe. ⦁ Fridays 1pm – sundown ⦁ Saturday & […]
May - October, Kayak Rentals at Wethersfield Cove Metacomet Canoe and Kayak will have Kayak and Canoe Rentals at the Wethersfield Cove. They will be available from Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day weekend. No time limit, all life jackets and paddles provided. $30 Kayak, $40 Canoe. ⦁ Fridays 1pm – sundown ⦁ Saturday & […]
Sundays, 10:00am - 1:00pm Open Sketch with Live Model (clothed) Poses generally last for the entire open studio session and may run multiple sessions. Models are clothed, and costumed themes, such as Victorian dress and Steampunk, will be introduced. Artists provide their own supplies and media. No instruction; facilitated by artist. Fee: $15 No fee […]
June 14th, 10:00am - 2:00pm. Spring Classic Car Show Join the Wethersfield Chamber of Commerce and Over the Hill Gang for a day of cars, raffles, music, and trophies in the Samuel B. Webb Elementary parking lot, 51 Willow Street, Wethersfield. Gate cost $10. Spectators are free! Questions? Contact the Chamber at 860-721-6200.
June 14th, 11:00am – 1:00pm. Swords to Plowshares at Trinity Church Swords to Plowshares –a group that transforms dismantled guns into garden tools and jewelry, will bring its portable forge to Trinity Parish Episcopal Church, 300 Main Street, Old Wethersfield, on Sunday June 14, 11am to 1pm. Community members are invited to watch, and take […]
Tuesdays, 2:30pm, 3:30pm, & 5:00pm. Slipaway River Wethersfield Cove Tours Join Slipaway River Tours for a narrated public tour of the Wethersfield Cove. Single seat availability. Children 10 and under as low as $7. 30 and 60 minute Public Tours at Wethersfield Cove Park, 533 Main Street, Wethersfield, CT 06109. Rates: Adult (11 & over): […]
Wednesday and Thursday evenings, Sunset Cruises A weekly, 90 minute public cruise. Wethersfield on Wednesday and Rocky Hill on Thursday. May vary. This cruise can offer unique and spectacular views of the sky changing colors that are enhanced when seen from the river. Timed to the sunset. Double check the time and location of departure. […]
June 17th, 10:00 am. Planes, Trains & Automobiles Admission: $10.00; Members Free – Reservations Encouraged Hear stories of planes, trains, and automobiles on this transportation-themed tour led by Bill MacDonnell. Meet a famed barnstormer, pioneering train engineer, early auto enthusiast, railroad tycoon and more. Advance reservations are recommended and may be made online at www.cedarhillfoundation.org. […]
May 28th – October 8th, Thursdays 3:00pm – 6:00pm. Wethersfield Farmers’ Market Come join the community on at 220 Hartford Avenue on the historic Solomon Welles House lawn. They will again feature +30 vendors every week and will have 15 farmers selling every type of CT Grown product. Special events most weeks and live music. […]
May - October, Kayak Rentals at Wethersfield Cove Metacomet Canoe and Kayak will have Kayak and Canoe Rentals at the Wethersfield Cove. They will be available from Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day weekend. No time limit, all life jackets and paddles provided. $30 Kayak, $40 Canoe. ⦁ Fridays 1pm – sundown ⦁ Saturday & […]
May - October, Kayak Rentals at Wethersfield Cove Metacomet Canoe and Kayak will have Kayak and Canoe Rentals at the Wethersfield Cove. They will be available from Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day weekend. No time limit, all life jackets and paddles provided. $30 Kayak, $40 Canoe. ⦁ Fridays 1pm – sundown ⦁ Saturday & […]
June 20th, 10:00am. The Streets of Hartford Admission: $10.00; Members Free – Reservations Encouraged Ever wondered how Hartford streets got their names? Debbie Alter leads this tour highlighting Cedar Hill Cemetery residents whose names grace the capital city streets. From Brainard Road to Jewell Street and Fairfield Avenue, learn about the people who have been […]
May - October, Kayak Rentals at Wethersfield Cove Metacomet Canoe and Kayak will have Kayak and Canoe Rentals at the Wethersfield Cove. They will be available from Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day weekend. No time limit, all life jackets and paddles provided. $30 Kayak, $40 Canoe. ⦁ Fridays 1pm – sundown ⦁ Saturday & […]
Sundays, 10:00am - 1:00pm Open Sketch with Live Model (clothed) Poses generally last for the entire open studio session and may run multiple sessions. Models are clothed, and costumed themes, such as Victorian dress and Steampunk, will be introduced. Artists provide their own supplies and media. No instruction; facilitated by artist. Fee: $15 No fee […]
Wethersfield Academy for the Arts, Summer Arts Program starts June 22nd - August 21st Classes and projects designed for ages 7 through high school! Classical realist drawing, painting and sculpture sessions that develop art fundamentals All classes instructed by art professionals Offering a variety of weekly classes in both mornings (9:00am - 12:00pm) and afternoons […]
Tuesdays, 2:30pm, 3:30pm, & 5:00pm. Slipaway River Wethersfield Cove Tours Join Slipaway River Tours for a narrated public tour of the Wethersfield Cove. Single seat availability. Children 10 and under as low as $7. 30 and 60 minute Public Tours at Wethersfield Cove Park, 533 Main Street, Wethersfield, CT 06109. Rates: Adult (11 & over): […]
Wednesday and Thursday evenings, Sunset Cruises A weekly, 90 minute public cruise. Wethersfield on Wednesday and Rocky Hill on Thursday. May vary. This cruise can offer unique and spectacular views of the sky changing colors that are enhanced when seen from the river. Timed to the sunset. Double check the time and location of departure. […]
May 28th – October 8th, Thursdays 3:00pm – 6:00pm. Wethersfield Farmers’ Market Come join the community on at 220 Hartford Avenue on the historic Solomon Welles House lawn. They will again feature +30 vendors every week and will have 15 farmers selling every type of CT Grown product. Special events most weeks and live music. […]
June 25th, 6:00pm - 9:00pm. Sammy's After Dark Join the Wethersfield Chamber of Commerce and Sammy's Buyrite Liqours for an evening of wine & beer tasting, light bites, and a whole lot of fun! Tickets $35 if purchased before May 29th, after tickets go up to $45. A portion of the proceeds to benefit the […]
June 25th, 7:00pm. Portraits of Patriots with Damien Cregeau Lecture; Book signing Author Damien Cregeau brings Colonel John Trumbull and five fellow Connecticut patriots to vivid life through portraiture, storytelling, and the real—ambitious, flawed, courageous—faces behind the Revolution. At the Webb Deane Stevens Museum, 211 Main Street, Wethersfield. *This lecture will be offered in-person and […]
May - October, Kayak Rentals at Wethersfield Cove Metacomet Canoe and Kayak will have Kayak and Canoe Rentals at the Wethersfield Cove. They will be available from Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day weekend. No time limit, all life jackets and paddles provided. $30 Kayak, $40 Canoe. ⦁ Fridays 1pm – sundown ⦁ Saturday & […]
June 26th, 7:00pm. Hartford Yard Goats Gates open at 5:30pm Enjoy a night of baseball and fireworks with the Wethersfield Chamber of Commerce! Tickets include 2.5 hours of ballpark food & drinks. See the Portland Sea Dogs Vs. Hartford Yard Goats. $52 per person. For tickets or more info visit, https://www.wethersfieldchamber.com/events/eventscalendar.
May - October, Kayak Rentals at Wethersfield Cove Metacomet Canoe and Kayak will have Kayak and Canoe Rentals at the Wethersfield Cove. They will be available from Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day weekend. No time limit, all life jackets and paddles provided. $30 Kayak, $40 Canoe. ⦁ Fridays 1pm – sundown ⦁ Saturday & […]
June 27th, 11:30am - 7:30pm. Mikey's Place 25th Annual Charity Golf Classic Join The Daversa & Huffman Families for their 25th Annual Charity Golf Classic at Goodwin Park Golf Course, to Benefit Mikey’s Place and Research of Spinal Muscular Atrophy! A fundraiser to benefit Mikey’s Place and Cure SMA in honor of Michael James Daversa! […]
May - October, Kayak Rentals at Wethersfield Cove Metacomet Canoe and Kayak will have Kayak and Canoe Rentals at the Wethersfield Cove. They will be available from Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day weekend. No time limit, all life jackets and paddles provided. $30 Kayak, $40 Canoe. ⦁ Fridays 1pm – sundown ⦁ Saturday & […]
June 28th, 9:00am - 2:00pm. CT Historic Gardens Day Spend a perfect Sunday wandering the Webb Deane Stevens Museum's Colonial Revival Garden. Chat with Garden Angel about the blooms, join scavenger hunt, channel your inner artist with rock painting, enjoy complimentary refreshments in the Webb Barn, take a morning yoga class on the lawn, or […]
Sundays, 10:00am - 1:00pm Open Sketch with Live Model (clothed) Poses generally last for the entire open studio session and may run multiple sessions. Models are clothed, and costumed themes, such as Victorian dress and Steampunk, will be introduced. Artists provide their own supplies and media. No instruction; facilitated by artist. Fee: $15 No fee […]
Tuesdays, 2:30pm, 3:30pm, & 5:00pm. Slipaway River Wethersfield Cove Tours Join Slipaway River Tours for a narrated public tour of the Wethersfield Cove. Single seat availability. Children 10 and under as low as $7. 30 and 60 minute Public Tours at Wethersfield Cove Park, 533 Main Street, Wethersfield, CT 06109. Rates: Adult (11 & over): […]
Wednesday and Thursday evenings, Sunset Cruises A weekly, 90 minute public cruise. Wethersfield on Wednesday and Rocky Hill on Thursday. May vary. This cruise can offer unique and spectacular views of the sky changing colors that are enhanced when seen from the river. Timed to the sunset. Double check the time and location of departure. […]
May 28th – October 8th, Thursdays 3:00pm – 6:00pm. Wethersfield Farmers’ Market Come join the community on at 220 Hartford Avenue on the historic Solomon Welles House lawn. They will again feature +30 vendors every week and will have 15 farmers selling every type of CT Grown product. Special events most weeks and live music. […]
First Thursday of every month, 5:30pm - 7:00pm. Poetry Open Mic Come to Heirloom Market in the heart of the historic and cultural district for a night of great poetry. Grab a drink or a bit to eat and hear some poetry from friends, neighbors, and other local artists! Hosted by Eileen Albrizio at Heirloom […]
May - October, Kayak Rentals at Wethersfield Cove Metacomet Canoe and Kayak will have Kayak and Canoe Rentals at the Wethersfield Cove. They will be available from Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day weekend. No time limit, all life jackets and paddles provided. $30 Kayak, $40 Canoe. ⦁ Fridays 1pm – sundown ⦁ Saturday & […]
July 3rd, 6:00pm – 8:00pm. Kycia Farm Summer Music Series Come celebrate America250 with The Friends of the Kycia Farm along with friends, neighbors, and the community on the Kycia Farm lawn for a night of free music and good vibes. Performing will be First Company Governor’s Foot Guard Band! Kycia Farm is located at […]
May - October, Kayak Rentals at Wethersfield Cove Metacomet Canoe and Kayak will have Kayak and Canoe Rentals at the Wethersfield Cove. They will be available from Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day weekend. No time limit, all life jackets and paddles provided. $30 Kayak, $40 Canoe. ⦁ Fridays 1pm – sundown ⦁ Saturday & […]
May - October, Kayak Rentals at Wethersfield Cove Metacomet Canoe and Kayak will have Kayak and Canoe Rentals at the Wethersfield Cove. They will be available from Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day weekend. No time limit, all life jackets and paddles provided. $30 Kayak, $40 Canoe. ⦁ Fridays 1pm – sundown ⦁ Saturday & […]
Sundays, 10:00am - 1:00pm Open Sketch with Live Model (clothed) Poses generally last for the entire open studio session and may run multiple sessions. Models are clothed, and costumed themes, such as Victorian dress and Steampunk, will be introduced. Artists provide their own supplies and media. No instruction; facilitated by artist. Fee: $15 No fee […]
July 5th, 12:00pm - 3:00pm. America's Community Picnic America is 250 and we are getting together as a community to celebrate! Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and food for this community picnic at the Solomon Welles House/Cove Park. Enjoy music provided by DJ Brian Skibo courtesy of the Wethersfield Tourism and Cultural Commission. Family Corn […]