May - October, Kayak Rentals at Wethersfield Cove Kayak at the Cove 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. Pedal boats; $30 for one hour, $40 for […]
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. […]
Come to the heart of Wethersfield’s cultural and historic district this October and see something spectacular! Scarecrows will be popping up along side shops, restaurants, museums, colonial homes and more this fall season. Scarecrows along Main is sponsored by the Old Wethersfield Shopkeepers Association. In 2026, Bicycles Along Main will partner with America250 CT, encouraging […]
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 […]
October 1st, 7:00pm - 8:00pm. Women of the Revolution with Zara Anishanslin LECTURE The Revolution wasn’t won by generals alone. In this companion lecture to the Webb Deane Stevens Museum’s exhibition Remember the Ladies: Women of the Revolution, Zara Anishanslin introduces us to the women who shaped the war for independence—from those who rallied communities […]
October 3rd, 10:00am. Stories in Stone Admission: $10.00; Members Free – Reservations Encouraged Learn about monument styles often found in 19th-century cemeteries such as Cedar Hill Cemetery. From the sarcophagus to the obelisk, Celtic cross, pyramid and more, Ann Mione highlights the origin and significance of popular monument styles. And will share information about the […]
October 3rd, 10:00am – 4:00pm. 44th Annual Old Wethersfield Arts and Crafts Fair Wethersfield Historical Society’s Old Wethersfield Arts & Crafts Fair returns to picturesque Cove Park for the 44th time on Saturday, October 3 from 10:00am to 4:00pm. Save the date and plan to join us for a day of community, fun, and celebration […]
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 […]
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. […]
October 8th, 7:00pm - 8:30pm. Turning the Cards: Tarot, Intuition & New Beginnings On a waning crescent evening, Karen Riccio demystifies the Major and Minor Arcana in a workshop that keeps the practice both grounded and genuinely magical at the Webb Deane Stevens Museum. Tickets: $45 | $35 Members $99 workshop + personal 25-minute card […]
October 9th, October 10, and October 11th, The 17th Annual Old Wethersfield Lantern Light Tours Tours depart from the Keeney Memorial Cultural Center (200 Main Street) every fifteen minutes between 6:30pm and 8:00pm. Tours progress through the historic Hurlbut-Dunham House, First Church, and the Ancient Burying Ground. Characters on this year’s tours are drawn from […]
October 10th, 10:00am - 4:00pm. Heirloom Market Harvest Festival Join Heirloom Market in the heart of the historic district for a day celebrating fall, local makers, and our community! Enjoy dozens of local vendors, artisans and crafters, live music, fall-inspired food & drinks, Fox Farm beer, alpacas, henna artists, face painting, and plenty of family-friendly […]
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 […]
October 11, 10:00am - 2:00pm. Wethersfield Police Cadet Car Show This show benefits the Wethersfield police cadets. $10 show car entry fee. Spectators are free. Enjoy DJ Andy, raffles, Chris’ Doghouse and much more. Held at Cove Park, 60 State St., Wethersfield, CT. Next to DMV. Raindate 10/25/26
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 […]
October 14th at 5:30pm. Wethersfield Trees with Brian Kenny Brian Kenny, Wethersfield’s own Tree Supervisor will survey the scope of our town’s remarkable collection of notable trees and how to find them in our Tree Database. He will also talk to the following with a Q & A at the end. At the Keeney Memorial […]
October 15, 6:00pm. From Variolation to Vaccination: The Transformation of Disease Prevention in the Early Republic (1796–c.1825) Forensic anthropologist Anna Dhody traces America’s dramatic shift from dangerous variolation to revolutionary vaccination, revealing a founding-era debate about trust, authority, and what it meant to be American that feels strikingly familiar today. * This lecture will be […]
October 16th, 17th, & 18th. Keane Foundation Cove Side Carnival 2026 Rides for all ages, vendors, music, games, and family fun! Bring the entire family. Ride all day for one low price! At Cove Park near DMV, 60 State Street. Ticket price TBD. Friday Oct 16th, 5-10pm Saturday Oct 17th, 12-10pm Sunday Oct 18th, 12-6pm […]
October 17th, 10:00am. Fall Foliage Tour Admission: $10.00; Members Free – Reservations Encouraged More than 2,000 trees representing 100 species and varieties grace the grounds of Cedar Hill Cemetery. John Kehoe leads this autumn walk highlighting a colorful sampling of the remarkable collection including maples, cherries, beeches, pines, cedars and more. Advance reservations are recommended and […]
October 17th, 11:00am – 1:00pm. Trauma Block Removal Workshop Join Marcel Touponse CMHt for an expansive trauma healing session. We'll dive right into PTSD, CPTSD, discuss methods of healing and containment and provide helping, soothing suggestions through hypnosis. You've carried the burden long enough, it's time to let the healing begin! Cost: $50 The Blackbird […]
October 18th, 9:30am – 3:00pm. Intro to Tarot This class is Tarot 101 including the history of tarot, how to bless/bond with your cards, decipher meanings and practice reading for self and others. Class includes a Rider Waite deck and tarot essential workbook. This class is In-Person. $50 non refundable deposit is required. Cost: $150 […]
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 […]
October 18th, 11:00am - 1:00pm. Mikey's Place 27th Annual 5K Run, Walk & Roll Join the Daversa family along with neighbors and friends for the Annul Mikey’s Place 5K, Walk & Roll! Mikey’s Place annual 5K to support Mikey’s Place & Wethersfield Dollars for Scholars. In loving memory of Michael James Daversa. Mikey’s Place Garden […]
October 18th, 3:00pm. A Spooktacular Concert Join Wethersfield United Methodist Church for a free night of music and family fun! This Halloween Event is for Children and Families! Come dressed in costume for a 30-minutes fun-filled musical concert, followed by treats, candy, hot chocolate, games, and pumpkins! Cost: Free (donations welcome). At Wethersfield United Methodist […]
October 21st, 10:00am. The Prosecution Rests Admission: $10.00; Members Free – Reservations Encouraged From the assassination of President Garfield to the crimes that inspired the movie Arsenic and Old Lace, Foundation Director Beverly Lucas shares intriguing stories of sensational trials, tragic crimes, and even one unsolved mystery, all of which gripped the imagination of Connecticut […]
October 21st 10:00am - 4:00pm. The American Revolution: Artifacts and Stories from Across Connecticut Exhibit Opens Wethersfield Historical Society hosts the traveling exhibit The American Revolution: Artifacts and Stories from Across Connecticut in the Keeney Memorial Cultural Center's Watson Gallery. The exhibit was created by the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History and uses images […]
October 24th & 31st, Witches & Tombstones Tour An up-close and creepy examination of all things funereal, our popular Witches & Tombstones tour returns on Saturday, October 24th, and October 31st. Start at the Isaac Stevens House as an attendee at an early-nineteenth-century wake and learn about mourning practices, how illnesses were treated, and how […]
October 24th, 10:00am - 11:30am. Ancient Burying Ground Tour Meet Martha Smart at the red barn beside First Church’s parking lot at 10:00am. Learn about the history of those buried in the Ancient Burying Ground and Village Cemetery, the final resting place for Wethersfield residents for over 300 years. A suggested donation of $10 (cash […]
October 25th, 9:30am – 3:00pm. Usui Reiki Level 1 Training Learn the history of Reiki and how to heal the self and others- includes traditional attunement to first healing symbol and hands on practice. $50 non refundable deposit is required. Class size limited- $150 The Blackbird House, 147 Main St, Wethersfield, CT 06109, USA To […]
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 […]
October 30th, 6:00pm – 9:00pm. Hallowed History Lantern Tour Admission: $20.00; Reservations Required History comes alive on this lantern-led tour of the historic cemetery. Character actors will share tantalizing true stories from some of Cedar Hill’s notable and not-so-notable residents. Advance reservations are required and may be made online at www.cedarhillfoundation.org. Tickets go on sale September […]
October 30th, 6:00pm – 8:30pm. Goddess Gathering: Lilith | Samhain (Halloween) Lilith, Adam's first wife, chose exile over submission. So, naturally, Her story was twisted and she was cursed to live as a child-stealing demon! In a safe space held by herbalist-witch Sami Jo Artus, we will explore themes of reclaiming agency, Cost: $50 The […]
October 24th & 31st, Witches & Tombstones Tour An up-close and creepy examination of all things funereal, our popular Witches & Tombstones tour returns on Saturday, October 24th, and October 31st. Start at the Isaac Stevens House as an attendee at an early-nineteenth-century wake and learn about mourning practices, how illnesses were treated, and how […]
October 31st, 11:00am – 12:00pm. Pendulum for Intuitive Development Join Michelle for a gentle, heart-centered introduction to working with the pendulum as a tool for intuitive insight & inner listening. Cost: $20 The Blackbird House, 147 Main St, Wethersfield, CT 06109, USA To register for classes or other events see link below! https://www.theblackbirdhouse.com/healing-classes-events-ct
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 […]