The best things to do in Stratford

“W. Tillinghast course with seven-court racquet action, a pool scene, and a clubhouse that actually feels like a second living room. Thinking membership or planning an event this week, take a peek and see why locals treat it like their backyard.”

From the Stratford newsletter, August 24, 2026

“Relive joystick glory with Deep 6 Arcade, where over 60 lovingly restored classics and pinball machines run to original specs, paid in old-school tokens. Grab locally crafted bites, enjoy the community bar vibe, then challenge a neighbor to beat that Bally Eight Ball score.”

From the Stratford newsletter, September 11, 2026

“Total Mortgage Arena is where Bridgeport Islanders hockey collides with concerts, tournaments, conventions and all the loud, good stuff you actually want to leave the couch for. Peek at the calendar, scope a suite, maybe the Fanatics Sportsbook too, and line up your next hometown night.”

From the Bridgeport newsletter, September 16, 2026

“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

“The Stratford Historical Society keeps our backyard stories alive with tours through the Captain David Judson House, Catharine B. Mitchell Museum, and Beach Family Carriage House, plus rotating exhibits and programs drawn from rich local collections.”

From the Bridgeport newsletter, September 6, 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

“Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater keeps the season packed with over 75 concerts and events, from national tours to nostalgic favorites, in an award-winning setting that actually sounds great. Check the calendar, rally the group chat, and treat yourself to a midweek show that feels like summer rebooted.”

From the Bridgeport newsletter, September 12, 2026

“If your week needs a jolt stronger than cold brew, Fright Haven delivers with over 20,000 square feet of immersive terror, from the culty corridors of Hotel Hex to the twisted glitz of The Dreamhouse, packed with 3D effects, relentless actors and gleefully evil jump scares.”

From the Milford newsletter, August 22, 2026

“Vazzano's Four Seasons is the local move for weddings, Sweet 16s, and milestones of all sizes, with crowd-pleasing buffets and prime rib on the menu. Plus a 1,200 square foot dance floor, the largest in Connecticut, and 20+ years of catering know-how to keep it seamless.”

From the Bridgeport newsletter, September 5, 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

“Whether you need a quick nature reset or a kiddo-approved outing, Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo is serving up close encounters with rare predators, playful primates, and reptiles galore.”

From the Bridgeport newsletter, September 19, 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