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Celebrate Wallingford
Wallingford,New Haven County·New Haven & the Shoreline
Celebrate Wallingford fills downtown Main and Center Streets each fall with a street festival of live music, food vendors, artisan booths, and family entertainment celebrating the town center.
What to expect
- Food Vendors
- Live Music
- Arts & Crafts
- Free Admission
- Kids Activities
Location & directions
Main & Center St, Wallingford, CT 06492
Get directionsWeather forecast for Wallingford during the festival
Plan your visit
- 🅿️ Parking
- Most fairgrounds have on-site parking (often $5–$10). Arrive early on weekends, and check the official site for shuttle or accessible parking.
- 🎒 What to bring
- Cash for vendors and games, sunscreen and layers, a refillable water bottle, and comfortable walking shoes.
- 🐾 Pets
- Policies vary. Many agricultural fairs limit pets for animal welfare. Confirm with the organizer; service animals are generally welcome.
- ♿ Accessibility
- Many fairgrounds offer ADA parking and accessible routes. Contact the fair ahead of time for specific accommodations.
- 🍕 Local flavor
- You’re in New Haven County, home of apizza (ah-BEETZ), the city’s coal-fired, thin-crust pizza style. Worth a stop before or after the fair.
- 🍔 Local flavor
- A short drive from Meriden, home of the steamed cheeseburger, a CT specialty steamed instead of grilled, with the cheese steamed right into the meat. Ted’s Restaurant claims the tradition since 1959, though Middletown’s Jack’s Lunch also stakes an earlier claim from the 1930s.
General guidance. Always confirm specifics with the official site.
Frequently asked questions
When is Celebrate Wallingford in 2026?+
Celebrate Wallingford takes place Oct 3–4, 2026 in Wallingford, Connecticut.
How much does Celebrate Wallingford cost?+
Admission to Celebrate Wallingford is free.
Where is Celebrate Wallingford held?+
Celebrate Wallingford is held at Main & Center St, Wallingford, CT 06492.
