The start of summer is HERE! And it's jammed packed with fun adventures for the whole family!
Local activities are listed by date. If you're a local event coordinator and want to submit your event with Macaroni KID Norwich, please message rosemaryk@macaronikid.com.
Rosemary K is the Publisher and editor of Macaroni KID Norwich and New London. She also publishes local events in Woodstock, which includes all of Windham County, Mansfield, and Storrs families .
June 1-9 |
Saturday, June 1
Greater Norwich Chamber of Commerce presents their annual Duck Race! Get ready for a QUACKtastic event that promises a splash of excitement and heaps of fun!
Friends Fair at the Mystic Noank Library: The Friends Annual Spring Fair is on June 1st from 9-2, rain or shine! It will include a White Elephant sale and our Silent Auction will close at 2 PM on Fair Day. The Spring Fair is the biggest fundraising event for the Friends who use the money throughout the year to help support our wonderful Library!
Summer Kick Off with a Luau Party at the Crystal Mall in Waterford: Stop by the Events Table located in the center of the lower level and pick up your free Lei and other goodies! Shop with local vendors and check out what the stores have to offer! Be sure to wear your best Hawaiian shirt or bright tropical wear!
New London in North Stonington Strawberry Festival: Eastern Connecticut's Premier Strawberry Festival makes its way to the beautiful North Stonington Fairgrounds, to kick off Summer 2024!
Sunday, June 2
New London in North Stonington Strawberry Festival: Eastern Connecticut's Premier Strawberry Festival makes its way to the beautiful North Stonington Fairgrounds, to kick off Summer 2024!
Monday, June 3
Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical: Cat Kid and Molly Pollywog have started an epic club to teach 21 rambunctious baby frogs how to make their own comics! Their fishy father Flippy is overjoyed that his kids will learn to unleash their creativity, but when the frogs’ constant bickering and outrageous imaginations send their comics comically off the rails, Flippy flips out! Will the club survive?! Find out in this hilarious production. For tickets: https://gardearts.org/events/cat-kid-comic-club/
Tuesday, June 4
Dog Man: The Musical: Best buds George and Harold have been creating comics for years, but now that they’re in 5th grade, they figure it’s time to level up and write a musical based on their favorite character, Dog Man, the crime-biting sensation who is part dog, part man, and ALL HERO!! How hard could it be?! Find out in this hilarious production. For tickets: https://gardearts.org/events/dog-man/
Thursday, June 6
Let Loose Thursdays June -Live Music & Fireworks! Come join us at Parade Plaza in New London and remember to bring your chairs for a live music experience. Families are invited to participate in Touch-a-Truck, check out food vendors, enjoy face painting, and indulge in various other family-friendly activities.
Saturday, June 8
Saturday Morning Mindfulness Walk in Mohegan Park, on June 8 at 10 am, sponsored by the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Norwich and Norwich Youth, Family, and Recreation. Walkers gather at the Spaulding Pond gazebo rain or shine. The one-hour program begins with a Qigong-inspired warm-up and meditative reading followed by a silent walk around Spaulding Pond. The program concludes with time for sharing and reflection. Accessible to those with mobility challenges. Rev. David Horst leads the walks. No pre-registration or fee is required. Email Rev. Horst at davidmhorst@gmail.com for more information.
Strawberry Festival at Olde Mistick Village: Head down to Olde Mistick Village to celebrate all things strawberries during their first annual Strawberry Festival! There will be crafters, vendors and food trucks in addition to all the great shops at the Village from 11-6pm!
Sunday, June 9
Strawberry Festival at Olde Mistick Village: Head down to Olde Mistick Village to celebrate all things strawberries during their first annual Strawberry Festival! There will be crafters, vendors and food trucks in addition to all the great shops at the Village from 11-6pm!
June 10-16 |
No events scheduled at this time. Please check back.
June 17-23 |
Friday, June 21
Groton Concert Series: If you are looking for a night of Motown, R&B, Funk and pop music ranging from the 60s to now this is the band for you. Mass-Conn Fusion brings the skills and the fun with great musicians, a horn section and an explosive rhythm section that will keep you dancing all night long. Mass-Conn Fusion brings the fun every time out. Come on down to the park and prepare to have a great time.
June 24-30 |
Friday, June 28
Groton Concert Series: Red Light was voted “Best Band 2023” in the most recent New London Day and Norwich Bulletin Readers’ Choice Awards. Red Light is a five-piece modern and classic dance party rock band that bring energy and musicianship to every show they play. Red Light plays the best party music spanning five decades in a fun, dynamic, high-energy show.
