Free events in Stamford, CT

A guided workout led by an instructor at Black Rock Senior Center. People age 55 and older can participate for free. For information, call 203-576-7258.

The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District brings the Downtown Bridgeport Farmers Market back to McLevy Green, offering a weekly marketplace filled with fresh produce, tasty lunch options, live music, and creative community activities. The season opens with a live cooking demonstration by Chef Raquel Rivera of A Pinch of Salt, performances by local musicians, handcrafted goods from neighborhood artisans, and interactive arts experiences with cARTie, the Art Museum Bus. Throughout the season, look for live music each week and periodic cooking demos featuring Chef Raquel alongside Deja Smith of Khemi’s Vegan Cuisine, plus a wide selection of vegetables and ready-to-enjoy meals. Regular vendors include Killam & Bassette Farmstead, Betzy’s Latin Cuisine, Khemi’s Vegan Cuisine, and Natural Juice. Artisan makers such as Destinie Designs, Kiffy Naturals, Rico Suave Accessories, and The She Shed will be on hand, and information providers like American Jobs Center, Bridgeport Public Library, Fairfield County Coalition Voter Registration, Greater Bridgeport Transit and Ctrides, Liberation Programs, and Recovery Network of Programs will share resources. Depending on the week, special guests may include CONNECT-US, Norma Pfriem Breast Center, Southwestern Connecticut Agency on Aging, UI/Avangrid, and Jehovah’s Witness. To expand access to healthy food, the Bridgeport Bucks program offers coupons that can be used to purchase fruits and vegetables at Bridgeport farmers markets, with businesses and organizations able to buy them as incentives or rewards for clients, employees, and community groups. The market accepts SNAP/EBT, WIC, and Farmers Market Nutrition Program checks for WIC and Senior recipients, along with Bridgeport Bucks, cash, credit, and debit. An incentive match is available so that for every $1 in SNAP funds spent at the market, customers can purchase $2 in fresh fruits and vegetables.

In the United States, suicide ranks 11th among causes of death, and gaining understanding is a key step toward prevention. The Fairfield County Out of the Darkness Community Walk at Sherwood Island State Park brings people together to raise awareness and support prevention. Money raised by the walk helps fund research, advocacy work, and education in schools, workplaces, and communities throughout Connecticut. The walk offers a supportive community of people who understand, a chance to feel less alone, and an opportunity to make a difference together. Registration is free and provides important updates from local organizers.

Stamford Downtown Farmers Market brings local growers and makers to Veterans Memorial Park for a weekly open-air marketplace. Browse seasonal fruits, vegetables, and flowers alongside breads, jams, baked treats, cheeses, oils, and other specialties, all sourced from local farms and producers. Weather permitting, the market also features a free yoga session that requires no advance sign-up, and participants are asked to bring their own mat, plus live music to set a lively backdrop. Shoppers can expect to see vendors such as Amazing Momo, Amelia’s florist and farm market, Anderson + Joy, Biscuit and Bones LLC, Crumbs & Comfort by Nicole, DoughCo Bagels, Elizabeth’s Vegan Bakery, Fifth State Distillery, Honey Bee Flower Truck, Mad Kneady Cottage Bakery, On The Brew Coffee Company, Saint X Foods, Pickles Olives Etc, and Waterview Farm. Some vendors attend on a part-time basis, including Amazing Momo, Anderson + Joy, Crumbs & Comfort by Nicole, and Honey Bee Flower Truck.

Celebrating its tenth year, the Norwalk NICE Festival brings a full day of music, arts, food and crafts to Oyster Shell Park in Norwalk. Launched with the goal of uniting cultures in a spirit of community and love, this multicultural gathering showcases connections from around the globe. Two stages feature live performances across reggae, Latin, rock, R&B, folk and other worldwide genres, alongside cultural dance traditions such as African, Flamenco, Balinese, Latin and Garifuna. More than 50 vendors serve international cuisines, and artists and exhibitors present crafts and cultural displays. Activities and entertainment are suitable for all ages. Admission is free for all, and the festivities take place rain or shine.