Free events in Groton, CT

Take part in a free Friday morning workout at the fort, open to all men. The workout changes each week, with a shared goal of finishing stronger.

Safely clear out household hazardous waste at a free collection paired with on-site paper shredding. Households from participating communities may attend any one of the nine annual events at no cost. Towns served include Bozrah, Colchester, East Haddam, East Lyme, Franklin, Griswold, Groton, Lebanon, Ledyard, Lisbon, Montville, New London, North Stonington, Norwich, Preston, Salem, Sterling, Stonington, Sprague, Voluntown, and Waterford. For details on acceptable items, please check the SCRRRA website.

Explore a collectibles expo featuring local vendors, artists, and fandom enthusiasts. Browse opportunities to buy, sell, and trade, and enjoy cosplay contests, games, and more. Entry is free.

Explore exclusively handmade creations from numerous creators from the area, with a wide variety of items crafted with care. Choose something for yourself or a thoughtful gift for someone you care about while browsing this indoor event in the Port and Starboard Ballroom at Ocean Beach. Parking and admission are free.

The 7th Annual Racers for RICAN Fill A Race Car Toy Drive brings together Ayla Martin and her crew chief, Derek Gluchacki, who are teaming up for the first time at this charitable collection. Derek will have his Modified on site, and Ayla will arrive with the #91 Late Model, with the shared goal of filling both race cars with donations that support children and families in need during the holiday season. Suggested contributions include new, unused and unwrapped toys, new and unused clothing, and non-perishable food items. Guests can see the race cars up close and meet the drivers while dropping off items. For anyone who prefers to give remotely, an online gift registry is available, and purchased items will be placed in one of the race cars.