PARK SPONSORED EVENTS
July 31 and August 7 • 7 – 9:30 PM
Stamford Downtown Dances
Mill River Park and Stamford Downtown presents two evenings of dance! Thomas/Ortiz Dance and CT Ballet return for the third year, as well as local dance groups representing cultures from around the world.
The event is free and open to all, but registration is requested - click below to sign up.
Bring chairs as there will be no provided seating.
August 2 • 7 PM
Legends of the 60’s starring Chaz Esposito
Sponsored by Reckson, F.D. Rich Company, Mill River Park & Parachute Concerts
The cool and glamorous nightclubs of the swinging 60’s were home to some of the greatest songs and entertainers of the 20th century, including Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin, Tom Jones, Neil Sedaka, Dion, Frankie Valli, Neil Diamond, Elvis Presley and more.
This phenomenal show, Legends of the 60’s captures the energy and fun of the era with classic hits including That’s Life, Mack The Knife, Danke Schoen, It’s Not Unusual, Can’t Take My Eyes off You, Breaking Up Is Hard to Do, and Sweet Caroline. Backed by a jamming big band, Legends of the 60s will be a sensational evening of music, stories, and laughs.
FREE ADMISSION! BYO Food & Drink, alcohol also available for purchase
PARTNER EVENTS
Art in the Park
Select Saturdays, 10 AM – 12 PM
May 11 & 18, June 8 & 22, July 13 & 20, August 3
Join us for a day of creation with Art in the Park, presented by the Stamford Art Association. Immerse yourself in artistry at the Whittingham Discovery Center from 10 AM – 12 PM with complimentary workshops guided by experienced art instructors.
June 2, 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Mayor’s Multicultural Stamford Day
This event is completely FREE and open to the entire family. There will be food trucks on-site, so you can indulge in some delicious snacks while enjoying the festivities. Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to connect with your community and celebrate the beauty of diversity!
No registration required.
Image credit (c) 2021 Bernie Weiss photo
June 26, 6 - 8 PM
Pollinator Victory Garden
With simple strategies, you can attract and support not just bees, but an array of pollinators that have different requirements. Learn best practices for pollinators from the author of The Pollinator Victory Garden: Win the War on Pollinator Decline with Ecological Gardening. Kim will sell and sign copies of her book at this event!
Registration Required!
Wednesdays, June 26 – August 14 • 3 – 6 PM
Fairgate Farm Farmstand
Come by the Fairgate Farmstand in Mill River Park for your fresh veggies, grown right here in the heart of the West Side of Stamford!
Fairgate Farm is an urban farm working to increase access to locally grown produce and strengthen the community by celebrating healthy food through gardening, educational and harvest-related initiatives.
June 29 • 2 – 9 PM
Stamford LoveFest
Sponsored by Hoops for All, join the fun in the Park with music, performances, kids activities and food!
This event is open to the public and will be located on the Karp Family Great Lawn and by the Cohen Display Fountain.
Thursdays, July 25 – August 8 • 5 – 9 PM
Alive at Five
Stamford Downtown presents Alive At Five in partnership with Reckson, three weeks of live music outdoors in beautiful Mill River Park in Stamford Downtown starring Sublime with Rome on July 25, Lil’ Kim on August 1 and Wyclef Jean on August 8! Each night has music starting at 5pm with DJs, Opening Acts, Food Trucks and a Large Variety of Beer, Wine and Cocktails for purchase.
Over 21 only please. Get your discounted early bird tickets now while supplies last!
Alive At Five is produced by Stamford Downtown, sponsored by Reckson, Mohegan Sun, Kit NA Brewing, Velvet Llama and supported by Hey Stamford!, Star 99.9, 95.9 The Fox and WEBE 108.
August 15 – 18 and 23 – 25 • 5 – 9 PM
Hey Stamford Food Fest
HEY STAMFORD! FOOD FESTIVAL RETURNS FOR TWO BIG WEEKENDS THIS AUGUST 15-18 AND 23-25!
The 7th Annual Event will feature over 40 food vendors, live local music, & fun family activities over two weekends at Mill River Park.