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SUMMARY:24th Annual Downtown Milford Pirates Day | Milford\, CT
DESCRIPTION:  \n24th Annual Downtown Milford Pirates Day | Milford\, CT\nStep Into Connecticut’s Pirate Adventure\n  \n\n\nLocation\nDowntown Milford \nEvent activities will be held at 2 different locations (scroll down to explore each location’s activity lineup): \nMilford Green\nLisman Landing\n\n \n\nDate\nSunday\, \nJune 7\n 8am to 3pm\n\n \n\nFree to Attend\nADD TO YOUR CALENDAR\n  \nSpecial Ticket Activity\nPancakes with Pirates\nSeating Times to choose from: \n9am\, 10am\, 11am\n$15 TICKETS PURCHASE\n\n\n  \n  \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n  \n  \nYour Family’s Summer Adventure Starts Here\nThe 24th Annual Milford Pirates Day is a free\, all-day family festival in Milford\, Connecticut\, taking place on Sunday\, June 7\, 2026 from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. \nHosted by the Downtown Milford Business Association and Sponsored by 7 Seas Restaurant & Bar\, this signature coastal celebration transforms downtown Milford into one of Connecticut’s most anticipated summer family festivals\, featuring a live pirate ship landing in Milford Harbor with cannon fire\, interactive kids activities\, live entertainment\, food vendors\, and the iconic Pancakes with Pirates breakfast experience. \nLooking for things to do in Connecticut this weekend\, free family events near New Haven\, or a day trip from New York City with kids? Milford Pirates Day is the top choice for family-friendly summer activities in Connecticut. \n  \n  \n\n\nHighlights\n  \n\n\n\nStart Your Day:\nPancakes with Pirates\nBegin the morning with a unique family breakfast experience in Connecticut\, where children meet live pirates before the main festival begins. \n\n\nLocation: Lisman Landing\nSeating Times: 8am | 9am | 10am\nLimited Tickets Available\n\nPURCHASE HERE\n\n\nPirate Ship Landing:\nLisman Landing at Noonish\nAt the heart of Pirates Day is the arrival of Captain Kidd and his pirate crew into Milford Harbor\, marked by the sound of cannon fire as they sail in and take over the town. This signature moment draws hundreds of spectators each year and has become one of the most recognizable coastal events in Connecticut. \n\n\nTime: Noonish\nLocation: Waterfront viewing at Lisman Landing\n\n\n\nTreasure Map\nNo pirate adventure is complete without a treasure hunt. \nDowntown Milford transforms into an interactive scavenger hunt where families explore participating businesses using a treasure map. Each stop offers a surprise\, creating a highly engaging kids activity in Milford CT and a unique way to explore local shops and restaurants.\nCOMING SOON\n\n\nLive Music All Day\nEnjoy all-day live music across Milford Green and Lisman Landing with pirate performers\, live bands\, traditional drums\, steel pan music\, and DJs. \n\n\nTime: 9am to 3pm\nRockin’ Ron • Sawtells • Fife & Drum • Steel Drum Band • DJ Fred\n\n\n\nExplore Pirate Legends & Maritime History\nThe Milford Historical Society brings maritime history to life with pirate storytelling\, folklore\, and authentic historical artifacts available for public viewing from Free Men of the Sea of Mystic. \nFun fact: Local legend says Charles Island may hide buried pirate treasure offshore located near Silver Sands State Park. \n\n\nMermaid Character Experience\nAt Milford Green\, families can enjoy a mermaid character experience that brings a whimsical coastal theme to life and offers photo opportunities. \n\n\n\n\n  \n  \nCheck out location lineup:\n\n\n \n\nLisman Landing\n9AM – 2PM\n\nPancakes with Pirates w/Rockin Ron\n3 Seatings: 9am\, 10am and 11am\n(Purchase Tickets Here)\nPirate Map pickup & “Pirate Booty” marketplace at DMBA Tent\n\nFood Trucks\nCaptain Kidd and pirate crew arrive by ship around noonish to capture Mayor Smith\n10am – 12pm: Face Painting\nLive Music:\n11am: Saltwells\n12pm: Fife & Drum\n\n \n\nMilford Green\n10AM – 3PM\nPirate Map pickup & “Pirate Booty” marketplace at DMBA Tent next to the Gazebo\nLocal vendors\, food trucks\, kids crafts and music\nReal-life mermaid meet & photo experience\nSchedule of Events:\n10am: Pirate Story Time at the Gazebo\n11am – 2pm: Downtown Pirate Treasure Hunt with DMBA Businesses\, make sure to pick up your treasure map at the DMBA tent (not all are storefront\, some are vendors on the green)\n1pm: Rockin’ Ron the Friendly Pirate at the Gazebo\nLive music:\n1pm – 3pm: Silver Steel Drum\n\n\n  \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \nThings To Do at Milford Pirates Day\n\n\n\n• Watch a live pirate ship landing in Milford Harbor\n• Join a downtown treasure hunt across local businesses\n• Experience Pancakes with Pirates breakfast\n• Explore kids activities\, crafts\, and live entertainment\n• Enjoy waterfront dining\, shopping\, and local vendors\n\nThe 24th Annual Downtown Milford Pirates Day transforms Milford into a full coastal family experience\, bringing together live entertainment\, interactive activities\, and waterfront festival energy across the harbor and the Green on June 7\, 2026. \nLocated along Connecticut’s shoreline\, Downtown Milford offers a walkable coastal destination filled with waterfront views\, local restaurants\, boutique shopping\, cafés\, and community events. During Pirates Day\, downtown becomes a family-friendly festival environment designed for exploration\, entertainment\, and all-day activities. \nSo if you’re planning things to do in Connecticut this weekend\, looking for family-friendly events in CT\, or searching for free kids activities near New Haven or Fairfield County\, the 24th Annual Milford Pirates Day is one of the most popular coastal festivals in the region. \n  \n \n  \nSo\, Plan Your Visit to Milford\nMilford is easily accessible from New Haven and Fairfield County\, and is also just about a 2-hour drive from New York City\, making it a strong day-trip destination for families across the tri-state area. Dress like a pirate\, bring your crew\, and experience one of Connecticut’s most beloved annual summer traditions. \nArrive early to experience Pancakes with Pirates\, download your treasure map\, and enjoy a full day of entertainment\, interactive activities\, and community celebration. \n\n \n\nHow accessible is the event?\nThe event is just 2 blocks from Milford Train Station! \nMetro North Schedule \n\n \n\nWhere can I park?\nFree parking is available in Downtown Milford. \nParking locations are coming soon! \n\n \n\nIs it close to the Highway?\nYes! The event is easily accessible from both I‑95 and the Merritt Parkway\, whether you’re traveling from the north or south. \n\n\n  \n \n\nADD TO YOUR CALENDAR \nPURCHASE PANCAKES WITH PIRATES TICKETS \n\n\nDOWNLOAD TREASURE MAP (Coming Soon) \nBECOME A SPONSOR \n\n  \n  \n  \n \n  \n⭐ Organized by the Downtown Milford Business Association (DMBA)\n ⭐ Partners: Milford Junior Major League Baseball \n\n \n\n  \n\n \n\n \n 
URL:https://downtownmilfordct.com/event/24th-annual-milford-pirates-day/
LOCATION:Downtown Milford\, Milford\, CT\, 06460
CATEGORIES:CT,Family,Food,Kid-Friendly,Milford,Summer,Things to do this weekend
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