SATURDAY, May 14, 2022

REG: 8:00am | 9:00am - Noon

Registration is FREE - and opens at 8:00am. The derby is open to all youth ages 16 and under. Awards to follow!

SATURDAY, June 11, 2022

12:00pm - 9:00pm

Showcase of local music to raise awareness mental health issues - with proceeds benefiting United Services.

SATURDAY, July 23, 2022

7:00pm Concert | 8:30pm 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.

SUNDAY, August 21, 2022

10:00am - 3:00pm

With hoods raised and paint gleaming, hundreds of cars stretch the Bank of America parking lot, Bank Hometown parking lot and the Woodstock Avenue Bridge and Rotary Park, drawing enthusiast young and old.

SATURDAY, August 27, 2022

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Grab your best running buddies and join this epic relay adventure! Travel through 95 miles of southern New England on a network of scenic multi-use trails of the East Coast Greenway.

FRIDAY, October 7, 2022

7:00pm - 10:00pm

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

SATURDAY, October 15, 2022

8:30am - 2:30pm

Individuals and up to 5-person relay teams will enjoy the quiet solitude of nature with bursts of energetic and supportive volunteers at 4 relay stations throughout the 20 mile point to point race.

SUNDAY, November 27, 2022

5:00pm

Enjoy this fun holiday tradition through downtown Putnam with floats, music and lights galore to kick-off the holiday season in brilliant style.

MONDAY, May 30, 2022

10:00am

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

FRIDAY, July 1, 2022

5:00pm - 9:00pm

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

FRIDAY, August 5, 2022

5:00pm - 9:00pm

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

SUNDAY, August 21, 2022

10:00am - 3:00pm

Purchase last-minute tickets, visit with vendors, and let your little ducklings enjoy the bounce house, face painting, create-a-card for Veterans & Senior, and more in the Kids Zone!

SUNDAY, September 11, 2022

12:00pm - 2:00pm

Prepare your taste buds – and support the Empty Bowls Project – at the 6th Annual Savor the Flavor event, featuring creative themed tasting dishes by local restaurateurs. All proceeds benefit the IHSP-Daily Bread food pantry.

SATURDAY, October 15, 2022

10:00am - 3:00pm

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

SATURDAY, October 29, 2022

2:00pm - 3:30pm

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.

SATURDAY, February 2023

12:00pm - 9:00pm

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

FRIDAY, June 3, 2022

5:00pm - 9:00pm

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

SATURDAY, July 9, 2022

7:00pm Concert | 9:15pm Fireworks

Celebrate independence in America by watching this incredible fireworks display – don’t forget your lawn chairs!

SATURDAY, August 13, 2022

6:30pm Concert | 8:00pm 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.

MONDAY, August 22, 2022

Noon

The PBA Rubber Duck Race event is the major fundraising event for the PBA. Funds raised support future events such as First Fridays, Zombie Fashion Show, The Great Pumpkin Festival, and Fire & Ice.

FRIDAY, September 30, 2022

Dusk (~6:30pm)

Kick-off spooky season with The Putnam Rotary Club as they host a movie night in Rotary Park! The feature will start at dusk and will be young children friendly. No charge to attend - refreshments will be available.

SATURDAY, October 15, 2022

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Join in the fun as our community members come up with wildly creative scarecrow designs. Individuals, organizations, groups and businesses alike are all welcome to participate – PRE-RESERVATION IS REQUIRED by Monday, October 12 at noon.

FRIDAY, November 25, 2022

4:00pm

Santa comes to Putnam Rotary Park on a big red fire truck to light the Christmas lights and Big Ornament! WINY will broadcast live and provide hot chocolate and Christmas cookies.

March 2023

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Start and finish in picturesque downtown Putnam and take on the rolling course along the Putnam River Trail with scenic views of the Quinebaug River. St. Patty's costumes encouraged!