Connecticut Events
Downtown Wallingford Events
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Wallingford Center Inc.
Sponsored events throughout the year:
- Flashback annual Oldies Dinner Dance
- Free Friday brown bag lunch with music on the town green June through August
- Summer music concerts under the stars on Wednesday nights, July through August
- Saturday morning local gardeners market, July to September
- Celebrate Wallingford Festival, the first weekend in October
- Season of Celebrations – All of downtown joins Mr. & Mrs. Santa and their elves for caroling, food and other fun activities the first weekend in December
Memorial Day Parade
Come enjoy the sites and sounds of an old-fashioned parade. Sit on our front porch and watch the parade pass by.
Oakdale Theatre
Toyota Presents the Oakdale Theatre. “The Oakdale is New England’s newest and largest theatre. The innovative design has garnered raves from artists and audiences alike…making it the premier live entertainment venue in Connecticut.” Don’t worry about a long drive home after the show; spend the night in one of our B&B suites and start off the next day with a full breakfast. Please go to their site for up to date listings.
Lyman Orchards
Fruitful Fun for All! Located at the junction of Routes 147 and 157 in Middlefield, 20 minutes away.
- Strawberry Fest, June
- Jaguar Club Car Show, June
- Berry Fest, July
- Lyman’s Clambake, August
- Peach Fest, August
- Sunflower Maze, July – August 28 weather permitting
- Pick-Your-Own Strawberries, Raspberries, Blueberries, Peaches, Apples, Pumpkins. Call hotline for details: 860-349-6015
- Corn Maze, September – October
Local Wallingford Fun Spots
Prime Club
Indoor climbing for all ages – clinics – events – team building. 340 Quinnipiac Street
On Track Karting Ultimate Indoor Racing
A 1,700-foot track and fleet of high-performance Sodi Karts. 984 North Colony Road
More Choices for Connecticut Arts, Theatres and Museums
Holiday Cinema Stadium 14
Wallingford’s new 14 screen multiplex cinema is less than two miles.
Choate’s Paul Mellon Arts Center
Guest Artists – Children’s Theater – Student productions and concerts – Gallery Exhibitions, all just 2 blocks away.
Barker Character, Comic and Cartoon Museum
In Cheshire
Yale University Art Gallery
In New Haven
The Peabody Museum of Natural History
In New Haven
Wesleyan Center for the Arts
In Middletown
Outdoor Fun
Traditions Golf Club
Wallingford’s golf club also offers excellent dining and meeting facilities.
Blue Trail Shooting Range and Gun Store
In Durham, about five miles away.
Wharton Brook State Park
For a walk, picnic, swimming, and fishing less than three miles away.
Sleeping Giant State Park
In Hamden is known as one of Connecticut’s best places for fall foliage leaf peeping – five miles away.
Lyman Orchards and Lyman’s Golf in Middlefield
Lyman’s professionally designed Golf Course and Golf Academy- ranked among CT’s top ten Public Golf Courses. Pick your own fresh produce. Deli and farm market – Corn maze – Hay rides and ponies – 1000+ acres of wonderful views – seven miles away.
Mt.Southington Ski Area
In Southington Less than twenty miles to our north.
Castleview Balloons
In Cheshire Hot air balloon rides by appointment.
Adventure Balloon
Hot air balloon rides by appointment.
Empower Zipline Canopy Tours
Located in Portland, CT
New Haven, Connecticut
Located just 10 miles away, our inn is a great place to stay for any New Haven event. We are close enough, yet away from the big city feel.
The Greater New Haven Convention and Visitors Bureau
Our regional tourism bureau offers information on a wide range of attractions, events, and exhibits
Regional Attractions (within 25 – 50 miles):
B&R Stables
Horseback riding – by appointment only. Prospect, CT 203-758-5031
Dinosaur State Park
One of the largest dinosaur track sites in North America.
Lake Compounce
New England’s Family Theme Park and Connecticut’s Biggest Water Park.
Connecticut Historical Society
Museum exhibitions, library and genealogy school resources.
Connecticut Science Center
Planetarium shows, hands-on exhibits, and live animals.
Mark Twain House
Tour the beautifully restored home of Samuel Clements.
Connecticut Audubon Society
Offering riverboat eagle watch tours, hikes, and more.
Silver Sands State Park
Family friendly beach and a pirate’s island just off shore. The island is Charles Island connected to the mainland by a sand/gravel bar submerged at high tide. Captain Kidd is reputed to have buried his treasure on the island in 1699.
Hammonasset Beach and State Park
On Long Island Sound. Just one of many state park/beaches by the state of Connecticut. Hammonasset Beach is, in fact, the largest beach owned by the state of Connecticut.
Gillette Castle State Park
Hiking trails and a castle to boot (no pun intended.) Built by actor/director/playwright William Gillette, with many unique and creative touches. Grounds open year-round. castle open memorial day weekend to Columbus Day.
Connecticut Steam Train and Riverboat
Take a ride during the fall foliage, or have you ever wanted to experience an Agatha Christie-like Murder Mystery Train Ride? October offers Fright Train, December brings the Santa Special and North Pole Express, Day Out With Thomas is in May. Oodles to do here.
New York City
Less than two hours away by train (from Wallingford or New Haven) or car.
