Stamford Downtown offers a broad array of shops, services, restaurants, arts, education and events. If you work here, live here or visit here, we invite you to browse our website and then come downtown often to be a part of the scene. For other events, click here.
Lunch Hour
October 1, 2024
Participating downtown restaurants are offering a special midweek Lunch Hour promotion designed for busy office and remote workers. With special menus priced at $20 or less, these restaurants aim to deliver a great dining experience within. MORE
Farmers Market
June 15, 2024
Saturdays, 9am-2pm Veterans Memorial Park (130 Atlantic Street) Shop our weekly farmers market offering a wide variety of locally grown fruits, vegetables and flowers. You’ll also find breads, jams, baked goods, cheeses, oils and more! Straight. MORE
ArtNORMOUS: Art in Public Places
June 1, 2023
ArtNORMOUS in Stamford Downtown presented by Reckson & Cappelli Organization in partnership with George Comfort & Sons will be on display in Stamford Downtown beginning in June. ArtNORMOUS in Stamford Downtown features seven larger than life. MORE
WineFest on Bedford
October 5, 2024
Join us for WineFest on Bedford in Stamford Downtown! Sample wine from over 30 wineries, while enjoying live music by Zully Ramos, vendors, lawn games and more! Tickets: VIP: Get into the event at 2pm &. MORE
Stamford Downtown Paints the Town Pink
October 5, 2024
Stop by the Ferguson Library Plaza to enjoy live music! 11am-1pm: Tim Brown 1:30pm-3:30pm: Rachel Surette PROMOTIONS: Agora Spa: 25% off all Pink products Avon Theatre Deborah & Chuck Royce Cinema Arts Center: Wear Pink and. MORE
Free Outdoor Fitness Classes
May 1, 2024
Join us for a wide variety of FREE outdoor fitness classes in Latham Park AND Veterans Memorial Park! No prior registration is needed. All classes are on a first come, first served basis and subject. MORE
Arts & Crafts on Bedford
June 15, 2024
Saturday, June 15 and September 14, 2024 10am-6:30pm Shop one-of-a-kind handcrafted goods made by local and regional artists. Bedford Street restaurants will be offering extended outdoor patio cafés. Kids Zone in Latham Park: . MORE
Chess in Latham Park
June 14, 2024
Join us for Chess in Latham Park! Saturdays, June 15-September 14 (except July 6) 1-3pm (Weather Permitting) Improve your game, learn new moves, talk with the masters and meet other chess fans. Free and open. MORE
Street Beats
May 23, 2024
Every Thursday night, enjoy live music featuring local musicians from 6-8pm in select locations throughout the downtown. *Weather Permitting* MAY 30 Columbus Park: Rich Meyers & Eumir Abela Bedford Street: EXIT 5 JUNE 13 Columbus. MORE
Trivia Night with Best Trivia Ever
May 23, 2024
Stamford Downtown & Best Trivia Ever are teaming up to bring you Trivia Night in Veterans Park! Thursdays, May 23, June 20, August 22 and September 12 6:30pm in Veterans Memorial Park (130 Atlantic Street,. MORE
Outdoor Painting Classes with Pinot's Palette
May 8, 2024
Join us for a night of fun & creativity! Stamford Downtown is sponsoring three outdoor guided painting events led by Pinot’s Palette-Stamford. Classes are open to everyone, no special skills or experience needed! It’s the. MORE
Summer Restaurant Weeks
August 19, 2024
It’s time to prepare your taste buds & appetites for Summer Restaurant Weeks, the best way to try something new or enjoy an old favorite— while supporting our downtown restaurant community! Enjoy two weeks of prix. MORE
Alive At Five
February 1, 2024
On the Poland Spring® Stage in partnership with Reckson Thursdays, July 25, August 1 and August 8 Mill River Park, Stamford Downtown CONCERTS ARE RAIN OR SHINE! General FAQ & Policies Must be 21 or. MORE
Stamford Dances Downtown
July 31, 2024
Stamford Downtown and Mill River Park presents Stamford Dances Downtown Wednesdays, July 31 & August 7 | 7pm Stamford Dances Downtown is returning for its third year featuring Connecticut Ballet and Thomas/Ortiz Dance with opening. MORE
Legends of the 60's starring Chaz Esposito
August 2, 2024
Friday, August 2, 2024 | 7pm Mill River Park 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,. MORE
Orchestra Lumos Brass in the Park
July 18, 2024
Thursday, July 18 | 6:30pm Veterans Memorial Park (130 Atlantic Street) Come join the Brass Quintet from Orchestra Lumos for an enjoyable evening of music. Hear traditional brass favorites, summertime favorites from Broadway! Feel free to sing. MORE
Lower Summer Street Block Party
June 27, 2024
Come see the City’s first shared street where people come first! Join us in celebrating the redesign of lower Summer Street in Stamford Downtown. Summer Street from Broad Street to Summer Place will be closed. MORE
Bark in the Park
June 2, 2024
Spot on Veterinary Hospital and Hotel presents Sunday, June 2 | 11am-3pm Latham Park A special day for our four-legged friends! All friendly, well-behaved leashed dogs are welcome! The event is FREE but we encourage everyone to. MORE
Brews on Bedford
May 18, 2024
Saturday, May 18 | 2-5pm, VIP Entry 1pm Latham Park, Bedford Street Enjoy sampling beer from a variety of local, regional and national craft breweries (plus a few non-beer options too!) In addition to great beer,. MORE
Touch-A-Truck
April 17, 2024
Stamford Downtown, in conjunction with various City of Stamford departments, will host a free event during the school spring break. Touch A Truck is a family-friendly event designed to allow children to explore, climb and. MORE
Fire & Ice Winter Festival
January 27, 2024
Join us for Fire & Ice Winter Festival! The event will feature ice sculpting demonstrations, interactive ice photo frame, fire pits, live music and more! The following Columbus Park restaurants will be offering outdoor. MORE
Shop Local Holiday Gift Guide
November 24, 2023
2023 Shop Local Holiday Gift Guide You don't need to go far to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list...keep your holiday shopping local this year by exploring all of the incredible small. MORE
Deck the Downtown: Holiday Storefront Contest
December 13, 2023
Vote for your favorite storefront for a chance to win a $100 Stamford Downtown Card! In the spirit of the holiday season, Stamford Downtown is once again hosting our storefront decorating contest, Deck the Downtown featuring. MORE
Mindfulness Workshop
July 22, 2023
Mindfulness Sessions led by Stamford Mindfulness Project Saturdays, July 22-August 12 9am-9:45am Veterans Memorial Park (130 Atlantic Street) Join us this July for our free four-week crash course into mindfulness with sessions led by our. MORE
StrEATeries in Stamford Downtown
July 1, 2022
StrEATeries in Stamford Downtown returns April 1! Stamford Downtown, in conjunction with the City of Stamford, is continuing this exciting initiative designed to welcome visitors to dine at our restaurants and shop at. MORE
HedgeFun Art in Public Places
June 1, 2022
Introducing HedgeFun, this summer's outdoor sculpture exhibit. The exhibit features 16 topiaries in engaging animal shapes ranging from 5 feet to 12 feet tall! The topiaries will be on display throughout Stamford Downtown on sidewalks. MORE
Summer Restaurant Weeks
June 1, 2021
It’s time to prepare your taste buds & appetites for Summer Restaurant Weeks, the best way to try something new or enjoy an old favorite—while supporting our downtown restaurant community! Participating Restaurants: [column grid="2" span="1"] [/column]. MORE
Make Music Day
June 21, 2022
On Tuesday, June 21st, Stamford Downtown will join hundreds of cities for Make Music Day, a free celebration of music around the world. Launched in 1982 in France, it is now held on the same. MORE
Valentine's Day Guide
February 7, 2022
Your Guide to Celebrating Valentine's Day in Stamford Downtown Verde Galerie: Shop a wide selection of fresh floral arrangements & bouquets. From traditional roses to a wild flowers mix—find something perfect for your loved one. Call. MORE
Super Bowl Specials
February 7, 2022
What's more important on Super Bowl Sunday...football or the food?? According to the United States Department of Agriculture, Super Bowl Sunday is the second-highest food consumption holiday of the year, next to Thanksgiving! Why. MORE