APRIL
April 9
Open Mic
Milford Arts Council, the MAC
7:00 PM
Performers sign-up for free online. Audience, $5 at the door. Stay for the whole show with family and friends. Make a night of it. https://milfordarts.org
April 10
Family Movie Night
Veterans Memorial Auditorium
5:30 PM
For info and updates visit: https://milfordct.myrec.com/info/
April 11
Poiesis Quartet
Milford Arts Council, the MAC
7:30 PM
Classical string quartet concert. For tickets: https://milfordarts.org
April 12
Open Skate
Milford Ice Pavillion
1:00 – 2:30 PM
For more info: https://www.milfordice.com/public-skate
Easter Eggstravaganza
Downtown Milford
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Join the Downtown Milford Business Association for their annual Easter festival. Enjoy story-time, face-painting, vendors, music, children’s activities on the green, and an Easter egg hunt through participating downtown shops. For more info: https://downtownmilfordct.com
Home Show
The Building Complex, 150 Front Ave, West Haven
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Hosted by the Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce. See the newest concepts and trends in interior design, gardening, remodeling, home improvement, and decorating.
For more info: https://milfordct.com/
April 15
Locals Only Concert
Milford Arts Council, the MAC
7:30 PM
Shining a light on some of the best local bands across Connecticut.
For info and tickets: https://milfordarts.org
April 18
Benny Benack
Milford Arts Council, the MAC
7:30 PM
Jazz quartet concert
For more info and tickets: https://milfordarts.org
April 19
Who’s Next: The Ultimate Tribute Show
7:30 PM
Milford Performance Center, High Plains Community Center, Orange
Tickets: Milfordperformancecenter.org
April 26-27
CT Foodie Fest
Fowler Field
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM Saturday 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Presented by the Downtown Milford Business Association, a fun-filled event with food trucks, live music, vendors, kids’ activities, and more. This event is a fundraiser and kick-off for the 2025 Event Season.
For more info: https://downtownmilfordct.com/
MAY
May 2-3
Smooth Jazz for Scholars
Veterans Memorial Auditorium
7:00 PM doors open; 8:00 PM show
Benefiting music education, the 2025 Smooth Jazz for Scholars annual benefit concert features eight of your favorite artists performing over two nights!
For info and tickets: https://www.jayrowemusic.com/
May 3
Milford Striped Bass Club Annual Fishing Trout Derby
5:30 AM – 9:30 AM
The Milford Children’s Trout Derby is a long-standing tradition. Celebrating its 51st year.
Meet at the Duckpond.
Milford Earth Day Celebration
Milford Green
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
A fun-filled day of learning, exploring, and enjoying our beautiful planet. You’ll get to meet exhibitors from various environmental organizations, non-profits, and local businesses who are making a difference in our community.
For more info: https://MilfordEarthDay.org
Downtown Milford Spring Festival
Milford Green
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Join us for an old-fashioned spring fair with a plant sale, book sale, raffle, vendors, activities, and our local downtown businesses ready to welcome you and the good weather!
For more info: https://downtownmilfordct.com/
Milford Tug of War Fest
Eisenhower Park
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
A family-friendly event to promote mental health sponsored by The AJJ Foundation, Milford Prevention Council, and Walks with Buddy Inc. Tug of War requires registration and will be held at 2:00 PM.
For more information: info@milfordprevention.org
May 8
Family Movie Night
Veterans Memorial Auditorium
5:30 PM
For info and updates visit: https://milfordct.myrec.com/info/
May 10
Walnut Beach Kite Fly
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
The (ital)Milford Living Kite Fly has become a springtime tradition in Milford. Join us again this year as we set our dazzling kites into the sky. We are partnering with The Giggling Pig, who will be on hand to provide arts and crafts experiences for our youngest kite flyers.
May 10-11
Milford Artisan Market
Milford Green
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Over 100 local artisans will sell their handmade items, including pottery, woodwork, jewelry, natural products, paintings, and more. Rain or shine.
May 10
Gold Rush: The Music of Neil Young
Milford Performance Center, High Plains Community Center, Orange
7:30 PM
Tickets: Milfordperformancecenter.org
May 11
Milford Campus Bridgeport Hospital Mother’s Day 5K Run/Walk
For over 30 years, the Bridgeport Hospital Milford Campus (formerly Milford Hospital has hosted a Mother’s Day Run and Walk to promote wellness and health.
For info and registration: https://runsignup.com/Race/CT/Milford/MCBHMothersDay5K
May 16
Jonathan Barber and Vision Ahead
Milford Arts Council, the MAC
7:30 PM
Barber’s blend of classic, swinging jazz with elements of gospel, rock, soul, and fusion is a compelling showcase of Barber’s broad stylistic range as a drummer, performer and composer.
For more info and tickets: https://milfordarts.org
May 24
Open Skate
Milford Ice Pavillion
1:00 – 2:30 PM
For more info: https://www.milfordice.com/public-skate
May 25
Memorial Day Parade
Downtown Milford
2:00 PM
Join in the fun for the annual parade that step off from the Parsons Complex.
May 26
Memorial Day
Veterans Wreath Laying Ceremony
9:45 AM
Community members are invited to gather at the WWI Doughboy Monument to honor our Veterans.
JUNE
June 6-19
You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown
Milford Arts Council, the MAC
Eastbound Theatre presents this performance with charm, wit, and heart, exploring life through the eyes of Charlie Brown and his friends in the Peanuts gang.
For performance times and tickets: https://milfordarts.org
June 6-7
Fair on the Green
Fri: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Sat: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Mary Taylor Memorial United Methodist Church proudly hosts its annual Fair on the Green. Fun for the whole family.
June 7
Changes in Latitude: The Premiere Jimmy Buffett Tribute Band
Milford Performance Center, High Plains Community Center, Orange
7:30 PM
Tickets: Milfordperformancecenter.org
June 8th
Milford Rotary Club’s 5K Run/Walk/Hike and Kids Fun Run
Eisenhower Park
9:00 AM
A fundraiser for Milford Rotary Club to help to support charitable initiatives throughout the community.
For more info and to register: https://www.milfordrotary.org/
June 20
Fairy Frolic
Walnut Beach Area
6:00 – 9:00 PM
Legend has it that more than 50 fairies call Walnut Beach home. Visit The Giggling Pig to pick up your free map that details official stops on the fairy trail and hints of locations.
