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.
Winter Restaurant Weeks
February 17, 2020
Stamford Downtown Winter Restaurant Weeks will be back for another winter of fabulous dining with participating restaurants offering prix fixe meals for the public to enjoy. Also for the first time, babysitting is available at the Stamford YMCA. MORE
Heights & Lights
December 8, 2019
Heights & Lights presented by Reckson Rappelling Santa & Tree Lighting From 22 stories high above Stamford Downtown, watch and cheer for Santa Claus, Rudolph, Grinch and guest rappeller, Brian Cashman, General Manager, NY Yankees. MORE
Stamford Downtown Parade Spectacular
November 24, 2019
The Parade Spectacular is one of the largest helium balloon parades in the country, featuring everyone’s favorite giant balloon characters, award winning marching bands and fabulous floats. Fun for the whole family! **The parade is. MORE
Giant Balloon Inflation Party
November 23, 2019
Join us for the backstage look at the parade and watch the giant helium balloons come to life. The Giant Balloon Inflation Party sponsored by Point72 will feature exciting performances starring Bello Nock Comedic Daredevil, dance performances with Locust Performing. MORE
Farmers Market
June 22, 2019
Visit our farmers market for a wide variety of locally grown fruits, vegetables and flowers. You’ll also find breads, jams, baked goods, cheeses, oils and more! Straight from the farm to your home! 2019 Vendors: Amelia's. MORE
Space Invasion in Stamford Downtown
June 1, 2019
The 2019 outdoor sculpture exhibit, Space Invasion, featured 30 originally designed and painted fiberglass sculptures that were on display for free public viewing and enjoyment all summer. Now you have the opportunity to purchase. MORE
Bark in the Park
September 22, 2019
in partnership with Spot On Veterinary Hospital & Hotel 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 bring an item. MORE
Arts & Crafts on Bedford
September 14, 2019
Saturday, September 14, 11am-6pm Sunday, September 15, 10am-5pm Shop at the craft and artisan boutiques on Bedford Street, which will be closed to traffic for the weekend. Dine in our extended sidewalk cafes. Don’t miss. MORE
Summer Restaurant Weeks
May 1, 2019
Restaurant Weeks, hosted by Stamford Tables, will be back for another summer of fabulous dining. From August 19th through September 1st, participating restaurants will be offering prix fixe lunches and dinners for the public to enjoy. Click. MORE
Grand Summer Night
August 14, 2019
Please join us at our annual fundraiser A Grand Summer Night Organized by the "Friends of Stamford Downtown," this annual fundraiser is the perfect opportunity to experience Stamford Downtown's diverse dining scene. Begin your evening. MORE
Alive@Five
July 11, 2019
Alive@Five in partnership with with Reckson & BevMax on the Dental365 Stage Shaggy Rayvon Kemar Highcon 98 Degrees Ryan Clark Pop 2000 Tour Alex2E Travie McCoy Mandala T-Pain A-natural Video Screens provided in. MORE
Wednesday Nite Live
July 10, 2019
Morgan Stanley Presents Wednesday Nite Live in partnership with BDO USA and City Carting & Recycling on the Dental365 Stage is an outdoor summer concert series with live music from national and regional headliners, which attract after. MORE
City Challenge Obstacle Race
July 28, 2019
Want to experience the most exciting urban obstacle race in the country? Run a City Challenge Race and see what everyone is talking about! The 3 mile course will include challenging but fun urban obstacles. MORE
Brews on Bedford
June 29, 2019
Enjoy sampling beer from a variety of local, regional and national craft breweries. In addition to great beer, the event will offer live music, lawn games and local food vendors. 21+ Only. Proper ID will be required.. MORE
ARTWALK in Stamford Downtown
June 28, 2019
Join us for the 7th annual ARTWALK in Stamford Downtown! An exciting evening of art receptions, live music, dance lessons, art demonstrations and children’s art activities. FREE TO THE PUBLIC, this event will feature over 100 artists and. MORE
Make Music Day
June 21, 2019
Make Music Day Stamford Downtown is a FREE celebration of music that takes place in cities around the world, held on the summer solstice June 21st. Every kind of musician – young and old, amateur. MORE
Stamford Downtown's Annual Meeting & Dinner
June 17, 2019
Join us at Stamford Downtown’s Annual Meeting & Dinner Honoring: Dan Palmier CEO & Founder, UC Funds Friends of Stamford Downtown Keynote Speaker: George Barrios Co-President, WWE Sponsored by: Charter Communications People’s United Bank Cross Insurance Register. MORE
Experience Stamford Downtown
May 9, 2019
Experience Stamford Downtown, our newest event, will debut this May and is designed to showcase the Downtown offerings. All events are free to the public but some required registration. Click Each Day to See. MORE
Winter Restaurant Weeks 2019
February 18, 2019
Stamford Downtown Winter Restaurant Weeks, hosted by Stamford Downtown and Stamford Tables, is back for another winter of fabulous dining. From February 18th through March 3rd, participating restaurants will be offering prix fixe lunches and dinners for the public. MORE
Heights & Lights
December 2, 2018
Heights & Lights presented by Reckson Rappelling Santa & Tree Lighting From 22 stories high above Stamford Downtown, watch and cheer for Santa Claus, Rudolph, Grinch and friends as they make their daredevil descent, twisting and. MORE
Stamford Downtown Parade Spectacular
November 18, 2018
The Parade Spectacular is one of the largest helium balloon parades in the country, featuring everyone’s favorite giant balloon characters, award winning marching bands and fabulous floats. Fun for the whole family! Parade Spectacular. MORE
Giant Balloon Inflation Party
November 17, 2018
Join us for the backstage look at the parade and watch the giant helium balloons come to life. The Giant Balloon Inflation Party will feature exciting performances from BMX Pro's Trick Team, dance performances, holiday characters and a visit. MORE
Farmers Market
June 23, 2018
Visit our farmers market for a wide variety of locally grown fruits, vegetables and flowers. You’ll also find breads, jams, baked goods, cheeses, oils and more! Straight from the farm to your home! Participating Vendors: Amelia's. MORE
Bark in the Park
September 23, 2018
Bark in the Park presented by Blue Buffalo in partnership with Link AKC 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 bring an. MORE
Arts & Crafts on Bedford
September 15, 2018
Saturday, September 15, 11am-6pm Sunday, September 16, 10am-5pm Shop at the craft and artisan boutiques on Bedford Street, which will be closed to traffic for the weekend. Dine in our extended sidewalk cafes. Don’t miss. MORE
Summer Restaurant Weeks 2018
August 20, 2018
Restaurant Weeks, hosted by Stamford Tables, will be back for another summer of fabulous dining. From August 20th through September 2nd, participating restaurants will be offering prix fixe lunches and dinners for the public to enjoy. Click Each. MORE
Timeless-The Works of Seward Johnson
June 1, 2018
Each year Stamford Downtown hosts a distinguished outdoor sculpture exhibit designed to attract both local and regional audiences. This year we are honored to present Timeless – The Works of Seward Johnson. Thirty-six sculptures will. MORE
A Grand Summer Night
August 9, 2018
Please join us at our annual signature event A Grand Summer Night 5:30pm Hors d'oeuvres & Cocktails, Silent Auction, Raffle, UConn Stamford 7:30pm Dinner, Dessert and Coffee served at the restaurant of your choice. MORE
Alive@Five
June 28, 2018
in partnership with Reckson & BevMax 5pm, Columbus Park 21+ Live music from national and regional headliners, which attracts after work crowds. Thursday nights in Columbus Park have become a ritual in Stamford Downtown with. MORE
Wednesday Nite Live
June 27, 2018
Morgan Stanley presents Wednesday Nite Live in partnership with City Carting & Recycling and Purdue Pharma 6:30pm, Columbus Park **THE JULY 25 CONCERT FEATURING DENNIS DEYOUNG IS MOVED TO THE PALACE (61 ATLANTIC STREET)** Doors open. MORE