Events

There is something for everyone in Windham, starting with the 3rd Thursday Street Fests in the summer,  Willimantic Whitewater Park,  the annual 4th of July Boom Box Parade, and the East Coast Greenway/Airline Trail. The recently constructed Shaboo Stage has already become a popular venue for outdoor concerts. Located at Jillson Square, Shaboo is one of the largest outdoor music venues in the state.

Willimantic Farmers’ Market (3/9 & 3/23)

Save the dates! The town of Willimantic’s next Winter Farmers Market events are happening on: Saturday, March 9th & Saturday, March 23rd. Be sure to stop by to eat, shop, and support local this March! To subscribe to the market’s newsletter and follow upcoming vendor details, visit online at https://www.willimanticfarmersmarket.org
Location: First Congregational Church, 199 Valley St, Willimantic, CT 06226
Website: https://www.willimanticfarmersmarket.org
Contact: Email – willifarmersmarket@gmail.com

The Mill Museum & Select CT Artists Present: “Footprints in the Changing Sand”

Exhibit on view from March 9 – June 22

Visit the Mill Museum of Willimantic this March through June to view their latest thought-provoking art exhibit: Footprints in the Changing Sand. A collection of works designed by Connecticut artists Annie Wandell, Colin McNamee, and Holly Popielarz, the display examines the human relationship to a changing environment. Similar themed pieces by other artists already on display will also be available for viewing at the museum. The exhibit’s opening reception will take place on Saturday, March 9th, from 6-8pm. The museum welcomes visitors to this exhibit after the opening reception date during their regular operating hours: Fri-Sun @ 10am-4pm. For information on the Windham Textile and History Museum, go to https://millmuseum.org.
Website: https://millmuseum.org/currentevents/
Location: 411 Main Street, Willimantic, CT 06226
Contact: Email – themillmuseum@gmail.com | Phone – 860-456-2178

Willimantic Theatre Guild Presents: Marching Into Oblivion V

Fri., 3/15 & Sat., 3/16 @ 8pm

Marching Into Oblivion, featuring the dysfunctional and deranged works of Anna Maria Trusky, Claudia Isabel, Scott Stephen Kegler, and Ken Schröeder, is back for its fifth year, and will have you enjoying a night of absurd one-acts including fictional friends you grew up with. The show will also teach you about public domain and parody laws. Secure your tickets in advance online and don’t miss out on the comedy!
Tickets/More Info: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=230667 | Admission: $15.00
Location: Burton Leavitt Theatre, 779 Main Street, Willimantic, CT 06226
Contact: Phone – (860) 423-2245 | Email – info@windhamtheatreguild.org

LiberTea – “Stubby” the Canine War Hero of WWI

 Thurs., 3/14 @ 5:30-7pm

Join The America Museum and local historian Bev York as they collaboratively host a tea and presentation about this remarkable historic pet.
Note: Admission is free, however donations are accepted.
Location: 47 Crescent Street, Willimantic, CT 06226
Contact Info: Phone- 860-423-6389 | Email – diane@windhamchamber.com
Event Site: https://www.americamuseum.org/event-details/libertea-stubby-the-canine-war-hero-of-wwi-2024-03-14-17-30

Shaboo Stage

The recently constructed Shaboo Stage has already become a popular venue for outdoor concerts, where you’ll also find food trucks and local vendors. Located at Jillson Square, Shaboo is one of the largest outdoor music venues in the state, hosting live and often free concerts. 

Shaboo Stage

The recently constructed Shaboo Stage has already become a popular venue for outdoor concerts, where you’ll also find food trucks and local vendors. Located at Jillson Square, Shaboo is one of the largest outdoor music venues in the state, hosting live and often free concerts. 

Boom Box Parade

The town’s July 4 Boom Box Parade tradition started in 1986 when no marching band could be found for Windham’s Memorial Day Parade. Five weeks later, on July 4, the “Boom Box” parade was born, as WILI 1400 AM radio played the marching band music on the air while thousands of people marched, loudly playing their Boom Boxes. No other town has a parade like this one!

Boom Box Parade

The town’s July 4 Boom Box Parade tradition started in 1986 when no marching band could be found for Windham’s Memorial Day Parade. Five weeks later, on July 4, the “Boom Box” parade was born, as WILI 1400 AM radio played the marching band music on the air while thousands of people marched, loudly playing their Boom Boxes. No other town has a parade like this one!