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5 Best Free (Or Cheap) Outdoor Events In Canton!
Summer fun doesn't have to break the bank — check out these free or low-cost local events.
Summer is in full swing here in Canton, which means it's a great time to soak up the sunshine, explore the community and enjoy some fun without spending a fortune. We’ve rounded some free (or cheap!) outdoor events happening in and around Canton area — perfect for families, friends or a solo summer outing. Make sure to check with event organizers before you head out — dates/times, parking info, ticket requirements or weather cancellations can change.
1. Canton Parks & Recreation Summer Concert Series
Where: Mills Pond Park, 14 E Hill Road, Canton, CT
When: Thursdays, 6:30 – 8:00 PM
- July 10: Audacity
- July 17: Stanley Street Big Band
- July 24: The Berkshires
- July 31: Steve Dunn Band
- August 7: American Honey
Note: Bottled drinks & snacks available on-site. Yoga begins at 5:15 PM before each concert.
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2. Music on Main Collinsville
Where: Collinsville Green, 104 Main Street, Collinsville, CT
When: Saturdays through August, 6 – 9 PM
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- July 12 –Driving Iris
- July 19 –Moses Bone
- July 26 – Eric Paradine
- August 2 – Mojo Kitchen
- August 9 – Sally Terrell and The Green Jazz Band
- August 16 – CT Groove
- August 23 – The Tribulations
- August 30 – Myron Yousman Trio
3. Roaring Brook Nature Center Special Summer Family Events
Where: Roaring Brook Nature Center, 70 Gracey Road, Canton, CT
When: Wednesdays through August 20, 1 – 3:30 PM
- July 23: Ladybug Lunch & Storytime
- July 30: Butterfly Tea Party & Storytime
- August 6: Forest Magic
- August 13: Slithering Snake
- August 20: Teddy Bear Picnic & Storytime
Note: Included with admission to Nature Center.
4. MARC, Inc. of Manchester Summer Concert Series
Where: MARC Inc. Lawn, 151 Sheldon Road, Manchester, CT
When: Tuesdays in July, 6:30 PM– 8:30 PM
- July 8 – Mass‑Conn‑Fusion (R&B/disco/funk)
- July 15 – Nightshift (’60s–’80s covers)
- July 22 – Changes in Latitudes (Jimmy Buffett tribute)
- July 29 – Still Kickin’ with the Big City Horns (horn band covers)
Note: Rain dates are the following Wednesdays. Food trucks and vendor stalls onsite.
5. Canton Main Street Farmers Market
Where: 74 Main Street, Canton, CT
When: Sundays through October, 10 AM – 1 PM
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