JUL 4, 2020 - SEP 4, 2020

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A Sculpture Affair

From woodland animals to symbolic pieces - the “Sculpture Affair” welcomes you to roam the fanciful streets of Putnam and see the beautiful, 3-D sculptures that combine the love of abstract geometrics with organic lines and figurative appeal.

FRIDAY, September 4, 2020

5:00pm - 9:00pm

First Fridays

First Fridays celebrate all that Putnam has to offer with art, music, dance, fine cuisine, quaint shopping, family memories.

FRIDAY, October 2, 2020

7:00pm - 10:00pm

Zombie Fashion Show

This apocalypse fashion show brings mini-monsters, creepy couples, fiendish families and more, as they stroll down the putrid runway for prizes.

FRIDAY, October 23, 2020

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Trick-or-Treat on Main Street

Why not test out those amazing costumes at Putnam Trick-of-Treat on Main Street. From River Front Commons to Union Square, participating merchants and local groups pass out treats.

February 2021

12:00pm - 9:00pm

FIRE & ICE: a Valentine Festival

The largest single ice-block competition in the United States, with more than five dozen ice carvings, glowing fire torches, fire performances, and MORE!

May 2021

10:00am

Memorial Day Ceremony

Beginning at the Grove Street Monument, the parade makes its way around Putnam - ending at St. Mary Church with program to follow.

FRIDAY, July 2, 2021

5:00pm - 9:00pm

First Fridays

First Fridays celebrate all that Putnam has to offer with art, music, dance, fine cuisine, quaint shopping, family memories.

FRIDAY, August 6, 2021

5:00pm - 9:00pm

First Fridays

First Fridays celebrate all that Putnam has to offer with art, music, dance, fine cuisine, quaint shopping, family memories.

SUNDAY, August 16, 2020

12:00pm

PBA Rubber Duck Race: 'Pluck-a-Duck'

This years race comes with a twist! Rather than racing down the river, this year our 4,500 rubber ducks will be released at a secret duck pond location in Putnam and be ‘plucked’ for a chance to win fantastic prizes!

SUNDAY, September 13, 2020

12:00pm - 2:00pm

Savor the Flavor - 'Soup Du Jour'

Prepare your taste-buds for the 4th Annual Savor the Flavor event, featuring creative 'Soup Du Jour' tasting dishes by local restaurateurs – with all proceeds benefiting Daily Bread.

SATURDAY, October 17, 2020

8:30am - 2:30pm

Tackle The Trail

MARATHON - HALF MARATHON - RELAY TEAMS. Runners enjoy the quiet solitude of nature with bursts of energetic and supportive fans throughout the race. Awesome Post race festival!

FRIDAY, November 27, 2020

4:30pm - 6:00pm

Santa Comes to Town

HO-HO-HO! Join Santa and Mrs.Claus as they help all the good boys and girls in Putnam welcome the holiday season.

March 2021

12:30pm Wee Mile | 1:00pm 5k

O'Putnam 5k

This kids Wee-Mile and 5k starts and finishes in picturesque downtown Putnam in a loop course along the Quinebaug River. St. Patty's costumes encouraged!

May 2021

12:00pm - 3:00pm

Fishing Derby

Join in the fun of the Putnam Rotary Fishing Derby – with winners receiving prizes for biggest, smallest, most unique, and most fish caught!​

SATURDAY, July 3, 2021

7:00pm Concert | 9:15pm Fireworks

Concert & Fire Works

Celebrate independence in America by watching this incredible fireworks display along with a free concert – don’t forget your lawn chairs!

SATURDAY, August 7, 2021

6:30pm Concert | 8:00pm Riverfire

Concert & Riverfire

Strolling along the River Trail or relaxing in a lawn chair with a picnic dinner – you’ll enjoy the ambiance of the Quinebaug River lit up by glowing, floating fire pots and fantastic live music. Produced by the Town of Putnam.

SATURDAY, August 22, 2020

4:30pm | 6:30pm

RAVE ON Fundraiser

The Bradley Playhouse & Town of Putnam present two fundraising concerts in Putnam Rotary Park to benefit the Playhouse. State of CT Phase-3 safe-distance guidelines will be followed. Get tickets at

SATURDAY, September 26, 2020

12:00pm - 11:00pm

Particle Accelerator - A Benefit Festival

This free music festival raises money for and increase awareness of mental health issues - with proceeds benefiting the mission of United Services.

SATURDAY, October 17, 2020

10:00am - 3:30pm

Great Pumpkin Festival

A community celebration of fall featuring The Great Pumpkin, Train Excursion, craft and art vendors, live music, activities for the kids, and MUCH MORE!

SUNDAY, November 29, 2020

5:00pm - 8:00pm

Holiday Dazzle Light Parade

Bring the family to enjoy this fun holiday tradition with more than 100 floats, music and lights galore to kick-off the holiday season in brilliant style.

FRIDAY, May 7, 2021

5:00pm - 9:00pm

First Fridays

First Fridays celebrate all that Putnam has to offer with art, music, dance, fine cuisine, quaint shopping, family memories.

FRIDAY, June 4, 2021

5:00pm - 9:00pm

First Fridays

First Fridays celebrate all that Putnam has to offer with art, music, dance, fine cuisine, quaint shopping, family memories.

SATURDAY, July 17, 2021

7:00pm Concert | 8:30pm Riverfire

Alfresco Concert & Riverfire

Strolling along the River Trail or relaxing in a lawn chair with a picnic dinner – you’ll enjoy the ambiance of the Quinebaug River lit up by glowing, floating fire pots and fantastic live music. Produced by the Town of Putnam.

SATURDAY, September 11, 2021

6:00pm Concert | 7:30pm Riverfire

Concert & Riverfire

Strolling along the River Trail or relaxing in a lawn chair with a picnic dinner – you’ll enjoy the ambiance of the Quinebaug River lit up by glowing, floating fire pots and fantastic live music. Produced by the Town of Putnam.