The best things to do in Milford

“Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.”

“Engaging escape room center featuring a variety of themes to keep guests entertained..”

“If your kid's got a birthday coming up, Star Factory brings DJ entertainment and serious hype to kid dance parties for ages 5-16, sending them home feeling like real rock stars. They’ve been rocking parties for over 15 years, so expect a packed dance floor and zero bored faces.”

From the Milford newsletter, August 24, 2026

“Skip the couch, Lucky Strike Milford brings cosmic bowling across 54 lanes, arcade games, a laid-back lounge, and a sports bar to keep the night moving. Rally friends or the fam for leagues or parties, embrace some friendly trash talk, and turn an ordinary weeknight into a minor victory lap.”

From the Milford newsletter, September 19, 2026

“Foodies Cookbook Shop is a Stratford gem where you actually learn to cook, then grab the cookbook to keep it rolling. This week, snag a spot in a small-group class for pasta, dumplings or even bagels, then swap tips with neighbors and leave dangerously confident.”

From the Stratford newsletter, September 21, 2026

“Great River Golf Club is the go-to for a polished round, legit instruction at the Golf Academy, and a proper post-game bite at Monty’s River Grille. Hosting USGA qualifiers plus weddings and private events, it’s where Milford golf meets celebrations without the fuss.”

From the Milford newsletter, September 10, 2026

“Bounce Xtreme is Milford's giant inflatable playground with bumper cars, VR, and a legit arcade, plus a safe toddler section for the under-3 crowd. Clutch for birthdays or a stir-crazy afternoon when the kids need to bounce it out and you need five quiet minutes.”

From the Milford newsletter, September 1, 2026

“Need a quick, no-planning-needed outing this week? SportsCenter of Connecticut packs mini golf, Lazer Tag, ice skating and hockey, a Toptracer Golf Range, bowling, a video arcade and more into one spot, with over 20 adventures indoors and outdoors that keep the crew smiling all year.”

From the Milford newsletter, August 21, 2026

“Mill River Country Club, a century-strong private spot with men’s and ladies’ golf, lessons, clinics, dining, banquets, and in-club entertainment, is worth jumping on the waitlist this week if you want a local home base where rounds end with good food and a fuller social calendar.”

From the Stratford newsletter, September 15, 2026

“Freshly reimagined and tucked through Oronoque Village, Blackhawk Country Club brings a private 18-hole championship layout that welcomes smart shooters and big hitters alike. If your swing needs a reset or you just want greens that actually reward good shots, make this your midweek sanity check.”

From the Milford newsletter, August 28, 2026

“Milford Oyster Festival is a summer tradition since 1975, serving locally harvested oysters from Briarpatch Shellfish Company and Pearl’s Shellfish Farm alongside lobster rolls, live music, beer and wine.”

From the Milford newsletter, September 5, 2026