Discover Connecticut’s Top Festivals and Fairs
Organized by the Downtown Milford Business Association in Downtown Milford, CT.
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DMBA Events Coming Up
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Outdoor Summer Movies
Every Wednesday
in July
Next: July 15 - Wild Robot
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Downtown Farmers Market
Every Saturday until
October 17
Next: July 18 - Children’s Market
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Summer Sidewalk Sale
Two Days
10+ Storefronts
When: August 7-8
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Fair on the Half Shell
50+ Year Coastal Fair Tradition
When: August 15
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Experience the Heart of the Connecticut Coast.
The Downtown Milford Business Association (DMBA) powers one of Connecticut’s most vibrant community hubs in Downtown Milford, CT. Our high-impact annual calendar—featuring CT Foodie Fest, Outdoor Movie Nights, Pirate’s Day, Lamplight Stroll, Hall-O-Weekend, Wine Trail, our signature Fair on the Half Shell and more, we transform Downtown Milford into a premier destination. With seamless access by train, boat, or car, we leverage our historic coastal charm Downtown to drive tourism and economic vitality.
While our events are anchored in Downtown Milford, our network spans Connecticut. We bridge the gap between coastal tourism and professional services, connecting you to a reliable directory of retail, dining, and specialized experts located in Connecticut with 250+ members.
Whether you need brand visibility, high-impact sponsorship opportunities, or trusted local solutions, the DMBA delivers the resources you need to thrive. Join our ongoing success by exploring the options below to become a member, sign up as a vendor, or browse our directory to connect with the best businesses in the state.
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FAQs
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From our CT Foodie Fest at Wasson Field to the Fair on the Half Shell (50+ Year Coastal Tradition), we host signature events throughout the year—spring, summer, fall, and winter. Whether you’re planning a Connecticut day trip, a hidden gem escape from NYC, or looking for things to do near New Haven or Fairfield County, our DMBA-hosted events are the perfect destination. Explore our [Events Calendar] to plan your visit.
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We invite local makers, artisans, and businesses to apply as vendors for our seasonal events. If you are searching for how to become a vendor in Milford, CT for our spring, summer, fall, or winter event schedule, our application portal is open to all qualified regional partners. Visit our [Vendor Application Page] to view dates and submit your request.
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A vendor participates in our specific festivals on a per-event basis. If you have been a vendor for multiple DMBA events, we encourage you to become a member to receive vendor discounts, three free vendor spaces at our Farmers Market, and many more opportunities throughout the year. As a member, we support your brand further through dedicated social media exposure and additional marketing opportunities throughout the year.
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Yes. Our association represents a broad business community that extends across Connecticut. Membership is open to all businesses throughout the state that want to use our marketing tools and participate in our year-round event programming. We are dedicated to fostering brand exposure for all local partners, regardless of their specific business location.
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We partner with corporate and local sponsors looking to give back to the community or seeking high-impact brand visibility. Our partners gain direct exposure to thousands of attendees through our signature event calendar, including our Farmers Market. We provide custom sponsorship packages tailored to your goals. Contact our team [here] to review our partnership prospectus and align your brand with our statewide event initiatives.
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