Free events in West Haven, CT

Movies in the Plaza returns with free outdoor screenings in downtown New Haven’s Pitkin Plaza, presenting films from May through October. Bring your own lawn chairs and blankets, as limited bistro and lawn seating is available, and enjoy a lineup that mixes blockbusters, throwback favorites, cult picks, and family-friendly titles. Admission is free, with registration required at the check-in table upon entry, and complimentary light snacks are available. Screenings are weather dependent, with updates shared on the event website and Facebook event page on the day of the show. Viewer discretion is advised, and adults should review each film’s themes before attending with underage guests.

Mr. Donald's Farm sets up at the Tony Inzero Farmers Markets with a rotating assortment of homemade sweets and other goods. Look for eggs from the farm, pies, muffins, fruit spreads, granola, and other baked goodies, all made fresh so the lineup changes regularly. The market also features seasonal produce, additional baked items, handcrafted goods, and more. Advance orders for sweet treats are available.

Explore a market featuring farmers, food trucks, live entertainment, and crafters. The vendor lineup changes each week, with the most current list available on the market’s website.

The Teen Services Department at Hagaman Library hosts a weekly Summer Teen Lounge in the DeMayo Room for youths ages 12 to 18. Held on Fridays throughout the summer, each gathering offers something different, from board games and crafts to manga and movies. Teens can stop in, connect with friends, try new activities, and enjoy a free, welcoming hangout.

Mr. Donald's Farm brings homemade sweet treats to the Tony Inzero Farmers Markets along the West Haven beach boardwalk. Shoppers can find farm-fresh eggs and a changing mix of pies, muffins, jams, granola and other baked goods, all made fresh so selections vary. The market also features homegrown fruits and vegetables, baked goods and handmade crafts.