3rd Annual Downtown Milford Night Market
2025-09-18 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Downtown Milford, Milford, CT, 06460
Join us for our 3rd Annual “Night Market” as we close down and light up North Broad Street from High Street to River Street for this amazing event.

Food Trucks, Live Music, Lawn Games, Vendors, Entertainment and More !!

Thursday, September 17th from 5:00-9:00 pm

It will be fun for all ages.

Sponsored by:
Band:

Downtown Milford Night Market – Thursday, September 17th, 4-9pm
Vendor Sign-up Link: https://forms.gle/xf3VpSBfs3PUn2BbA
Payment link: https://downtown-milford-business-association.myshopify.com/products/night-market-vendor-fees

Fair on the Half Shell (Formerly OysterFest Fair)
2025-08-16 05:00 - 12:00 | Fowler Field, 1 Shipyard Lane, Milford, CT, 06460, United States
Milford’s Beloved Tradition Returns: “Fair on the Half Shell” (Formerly known as Oysterfest Fair) – August 15, 2026
The Downtown Milford Business Association (DMBA) is proud to announce the return of one of Connecticut’s most anticipated and beloved summer events. Once known as the Fair on the Green and a major part of the Oyster Festival, the event returns under a bold new name: “Fair on the Half Shell.”

For over 51 years, this iconic fair attracted thousands of attendees annually, serving as a cornerstone of Milford’s summer season and a vibrant expression of local culture.
The event features over 300 local vendors offering handcrafted goods, art, jewelry, apparel, wellness products, home décor, pet accessories, and more! Attendees can enjoy live music, food trucks, children activities, and all-day entertainment in a scenic, walkable location that connects the community and welcomes visitors of all ages.
The DMBA is proud to carry this cherished tradition forward—Fair on the Half Shell is a vibrant celebration of what makes Milford and Connecticut shine: unmatched creativity, powerful community spirit, and the charm of a small coastal town.
Sponsored by
Please Note:
The Milford Oysterfest will now be hosting their event at Fowler Field only.
Oyster Eve will take place on Friday, August 14th
Oyster Fest will take place on Saturday, August 15th
Train

The easiest option, take the train to Milford.
The Metro -North New Haven line stops in downtown Milford: https://www.mta.info/schedules
2 blocks to the Green or 3 blocks to the Festival at Fowler Field.

Parking

South Side of Broad Street along the green will be closed from 7am-5pm
All other streets are open so you may park downtown.
Harborside Middle School, The Milford Senior Center, Wasson Field, Parson’s Government Center, new public parking under 44 River Street, Armory Square/Harborwalk, Lisman Landing and the Downtown lots (Post office, Courthouse, Harborside school) will be available for free parking.

FAQ’s

What time is the Fair ? 9 am – 5 pm
Where is the Fair ? Downtown Milford CT Green
Will there be Food ? Yes, we have a Food Truck Court and Food Vendors on the Green, Lemonade, Kettle corn, Ice cream, Italian Ice, shaved ice, Dirty Soda and More !!
Will there be Music ? Yes
How much are tickets ? NO COST TO ATTEND
Anything for Kids ? The Fair is Family Friendly.

Downtown Milford Outdoor Summer Movie Night Series
2025-07-02 17:30 - 2025-07-30 21:00 | CT
Join the Downtown Milford Business Association and Title Sponsor Milford Junior Major League
at Wasson Field on Wednesday Evenings in July for our Annual Outdoor Summer Movie Night Series.

What: Downtown Milford Summer Movie Night Series
When: Set up starts at 6:30pm, bring your chairs/blankets. Movie starts at 7pm
Where: Wasson Field, 70 W. Main St

Movie Lineup:
July 1 – July 8 – July 15 – July 22 – July 29 –

You can pre-order weekly themed Movie Night boxes from Scratch Bakery, please visit their website to order, ScratchBakingCT.com
Please note: Set up as early as 6:30pm, Movie Starts at 7pm

Movie Screen Provided by: BigScreenLTD.com

24th Annual Pirate's Day
2025-06-08 08:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Milford, Milford, CT, 06460
The DMBA is thrilled to once again host Milford’s favorite swashbuckling tradition: Pirate’s Day!
Sunday, June 7 th, 2025
Dress like a pirate, rock out with Rockin’ Ron the Friendly Pirate, and (of course!) watch Captain Kidd & his mutinous crew invade Milford Harbor!
There is no Pirate Pancake breakfast this year, but Rockin Ron will still be performing for the kids and there will be Food Trucks at both Lisman Landing and the Green.
Watch Captain Kidd & his scurvy crew arriving in Milford Harbor right here at noonish!
Then we head to the Milford Green to search for pirate booty on a kids’ treasure hunt through town and enjoy arts & crafts, unique vendors, and live music throughout the day!
Don’t forget to dress like a pirate if you are so inclined!
Here’s what’s on tap!

Downtown Milford Farmers Market (June 6 - October 10)
2025-06-07 08:30 - 2025-10-11 12:30 | Wasson Field, 108 W Main St, Milford, CT, 06460
Celebrating it’s 19th season, the market offers local produce, prepared foods,
food trucks, arts, crafts, live music, and special events from all of our wonderful vendors.
Saturdays belong at the market, 8:30am – 12:30pm,
June 6th thru October 10th at Wasson Field.
To learn more about the market, please visit:
https://www.downtownmilfordfarmersmarket.com/

Downtown Milford Spring Sidewalk Sale
2025-05-08 08:00 - 17:00 | CT
The Downtown Milford Business Association is hosting our Downtown Milford Spring Sidewalk on Friday, May 15th and Saturday May 16th during regular business hours.

With merchandise moved to the sidewalk, customers can stroll downtown and enjoy browsing through discounts on hand-picked clothing, jewelry and more!

Come on down and enjoy our spring sales!!!

Participating Shops:

CT FOODIE FEST
2025-04-26 10:00 - 2025-04-27 15:00 | Wasson Field, 108 W Main St, Milford, CT, 06460
Join us for CT FOODIE FEST !!
Friday, May 1st
Saturday, May 2nd
A fun-filled event, with Food Trucks, Live Music, Vendors, Kids Activities and More.
Located at Wasson Field, 110 W. Main Street, in Downtown Milford.

Live Music Acts:
Pre- Sale Ticket Link:
CT FOODIE FEST pre-sale tickets
Kids 8 and under are Free
We are Partnering with Instagram Influencer Gina Thomas of @the_happyhourhunter to bring you the Best Food Trucks out there !!
This event is a fundraiser benefiting the Downtown Milford Business Association and The Junior Major League of Milford to kick-off for the 2025 Event Season.
We hope you will join us in supporting this event and enjoying all that Downtown Milford has to offer.
See you there !!

5th Annual Easter Eggstravaganza
2025-04-12 09:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Milford, Milford, CT, 06460
Hop Into Spring Fun!

Join the Downtown Milford Business Association for their annual Easter Eggstravaganza on Saturday, April 12th from 10am – 3pm on the Milford Green!
This fun-filled family event has a new feature this year, Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, a special ticketed event.
Enjoy story-time, face-painting, vendors, music, children’s activities on the green and an Easter Egg Hunt through participating downtown shops:
Does your little one want to have breakfast with the Easter Bunny?
Then join us for our Breakfast with the Easter Bunny!
The breakfast is a ticketed event ($25 per person) and you’ll enjoy Lasse’s pancake breakfast with sausage & beverage. AND the Easter Bunny will have a special treat for your little one at the end of the breakfast.
Seating’s 8:30 am, 9:30 am & 10:30 am.
Tickets can be purchased here: https://downtown-milford-business-association.myshopify.com/collections/all

We hope you’ll join us this year, it’s sure to be eggcellent!
