Romantic Willimantic Annual Chocolate Festival

06/04/2026

Check out the update from Chris Beaudry on the progress of the 30ftx16ft video wall for the 4th of July America's 250th Birthday Celebrations in Willimantic after the 41st Annual Boombox Parade.

Chris is working with Jason Hyland and the crew at Project Imo, Inc.

More details about what else is planned for this huge event in the message below 💥🇺🇸💯.🇺🇸

Windham, CT Celebrates America's 250th

05/26/2026

05/26/2026

June 21st! So much going on in Willimantic On Make Music Day! ⬇️⬇️⬇️💪🙏

The first in our Make Music Day Willimantic Performer Highlight Series is here… and we’re starting strong.

We’re excited to welcome The Professors of Sweet Sweet Music (POSSM) as our Featured Performance for Make Music Day Willimantic 2026.

Catch POSSM live at The River Room on June 21 from 1:30–2:00pm as part of a full day of live music, community, creativity, and celebration across downtown Willimantic.

POSSM is also partnering with Project Imo, The River Room - Willimantic and Willimantic Renaissance Inc. on the official MMD-Willimantic 2026 shirt, with proceeds supporting the emerging Next Generation Music Scholarship Fund. More details on that exciting launch soon.

12+ performances. Multiple venues. Jam sessions. Community music. And we’re just getting started.

makemusicday.org/willimantic/
https://thepossmband.com/

05/26/2026

A real treat coming up!

Zaccai Curtis - PianoLuques Curtis - BassMarcos Torres - CongasWillie Martinez - Timbales

05/22/2026

Mariachi yesterday at Willimantic's 3rd Thursday Street Fest The Downtown Stage were so amazing!

05/21/2026

Tonight Schedule!
Willimantic's 3rd Thursday Street Fest 6-9 pm Main Street Willimantic CT
Biggest street festival in Connecticut!

Check out tomorrow's STAGE SCHEDULE at the Willimantic's 3rd Thursday Street Fest: MAY 2026 Edition!

View the schedule and interact with band profiles to learn more about who's coming and the tunes and fun they'll be providing!

https://willimanticstreetfest.com/event-dates/may-21st-2026/

Bands, solos, duos, and more include:

🎶 Dr. G and the Believers
🎶 Tom The Suit Forst
🎶 Alejandro Magno's Mariachi Band
🎶 Italizbeth & Carlos
🎶 EASTCONN's Arts at the Capitol Theater Student Dancers
🎶 Litvar
🎶 The Vinteros
🎶 Jason Altieri
🎶 Rusty Macha
🎶 OTBX Band - Out The Boxx
🎶 The i98.3/T&B Motors Stage with Keith C. Rice

And more surprises along the way!

JOIN US!

CT Office of the Arts (COA) Connecticut Arts Alliance Visit Connecticut Windham Economic Development 🎶

05/21/2026

Tonight Willimantic's 3rd Thursday Street Fest 6-9pm Main St Willimantic CT

🎉 THE 2026 3rd Thursday Street Fest Season KICKS OFF This Thursday, May 21st! 🎉

Info at https://willimanticstreetfest.com/

Downtown is about to come alive once again with music, food, art, and community spirit as the beloved 3rd Thursday Street Fest returns to Main Street on Thursday, May 21st from 6:00–9:00 PM!

Get ready for an unforgettable night featuring:

✨ 125+ vendors
🎶 Live music & entertainment across FIVE districts: Way Up Town, UpTown, MidTown, DownTown & Way DownTown
🧒 Children’s Entrepreneurial Market featuring 25 young business owners
🏰 Bounce house fun
🍺 Beer Garden featuring a special brew from Willimantic Brewing Company
🍔 Food vendors, artists, nonprofits, shopping, surprises & more!

This year’s entertainment lineup includes:

🎵 The Vinteros
🎵 Litvar
🎵 EASTCONN's Arts at the Capitol Theater Student Dancers
🎵 Tom The Suit Forst & Beyond 1969
🎵 Alejandro Magno's Mariachi Band
🎵 Dr. G & The Believers
🎵 Windham High School Band
🎵 Italizbeth & Carlos
🎵 i98.3/T&B Motors Stage featuring Keith C. Rice
…and more throughout downtown!

3rd Thursday Street Fest has become one of Eastern Connecticut’s favorite traditions — bringing people together, supporting local businesses, celebrating culture, and showcasing the incredible energy of Thread City.

Interested in becoming a vendor, volunteer, or sponsor? Learn more at Willimantic Street Fest!