Fair on the Half Shell (Formerly Oysterfest Fair) – CT Summer Festival

Fair on the Half Shell (Formerly Oysterfest Fair) – Milford CT’s Most Anticipated Coastal Summer Event

Fair on the Half Shell (formerly Oysterfest Fair) is Milford’s signature summer festival—drawing thousands each year for a day filled of local culture, coastal charm, and creative community spirit.

For over 50 years, this iconic fair has been a beloved tradition and a cornerstone of Milford’s summer season. The Downtown Milford Business Association (DMBA) is proud to carry this cherished tradition forward uniting generations—breathing new life into a legacy that continues to unite families, friends, and visitors from across Connecticut.

Event details:

• 📍 Location: Milford Green, Milford, Connecticut
• 📅 Date: Friday, August 16, 2025
• 🕒 Time: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
• 🎟️ Admission: Free & Open to the Public

Why Attend?

The fair in held in the scenic, walkable heart of downtown Milford, in the secondest largest town Green of all New England. Fair on the Half Shell has lots of things to do for family, friends and kids—it’s Connecticut’s ultimate coastal celebration, featuring:

The fair is held on the second-largest town Green in all of New England. Fair on the Half Shell offers plenty to enjoy for families, friends, and kids alike—the fair transforms downtown Milford into a coastal celebration, here is what to expect:

• 🛍️ 250+ Local Artisan Vendors - Browse handmade goods, jewelry, wellness products, home décor, fashion, and pet accessories, and more.
• 🎶 Live Music & Entertainment - From acoustic sets to high-energy bands, enjoy music all day.
• 🍔 30 Food Trucks - Enjoy delicious eats from CT's best food trucks—BBQ, popcorn, sweets, and more.
• 🎨 Games - Lego building, minigolf, bouncehouse, facepainting and more!
• 🧭 Scenic Downtown - A walkable downtown filled with parks, local shops, and a setting that highlights Milford’s coastal charm.

Whether you're here for the shopping, the music, the food, or the memories, Fair on the Half Shell is your perfect summer day in coastal Connecticut. With deep roots in local culture and a vibrant future ahead, this fair reflects everything that makes Milford and Connecticut shine.

🗓️ Mark your calendar for Friday, August 16.

Bring your family and friends for Milford’s most anticipated coastal celebration—the summer event the community looks forward to all year long!

Sponsored by UI an Avangrid Company.

To Learn More:

Host: downtownmilfordct.com

Event Link: https://downtownmilfordct.com/event/fair-on-the-half-shell/

Facebook: @DowntownMilfordBusinessAssociation

Instagram: @downtownmilfordconnecticut

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