Calendar of Events
- May 31, 2010
Memorial Day Parade
The annual East Lyme Memorial Day Parade provides an opportunity for patriotic Americans to come together and honor those who have sacrificed so much in service to our country.
The parade will be held on Monday, May 31st beginning at 2:00 p.m., will begin near St. John's Green (across from the Children's Museum of Southeastern CT.), and will proceed down Niantic's Main St. ending at the East Lyme Town Hall.
The parade celebrates all those who have served in uniform from the American Revolution to Operation Iraqi Freedom, and will reflect on those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation.- June 11, 2010
Niantic Bay 10k Road Race
The 12th Annual Niantic Bay 10k Road Race will be held on the evening of Friday, June 11th and will start/finish at McCook Point Park. For more information call Cathy Robbins at (860) 912-0206 or e-mail her at robbinssct@comcast.net.
For additional information visit: Niantic Bay 10K Road Race- July 1 - September 30, 2010
Summer Concerts
East Lyme has been known for the great summer concerts sponsored by Pro Tek Auto, Tumbleweeds and the Town of East Lyme. Concerts are generally held throughout July, August and September. Information on specific concerts will be made available here once they become available.
- July 3 - July 4, 2010
32nd Annual LobsterFest & Chicken BBQ and the
- 50th Niantic Outdoor Arts & Crafts ShowCome support the Niantic Lions Club as they once again sponsor the 32nd Annual LobsterFest and Chicken BBQ. Lobsterfest 2010 will be held on July 3rd (Saturday from 10:00 am - 7:00 pm) and July 4th (Sunday from 10:00 am - 6:00 pm). Located on the East Lyme Town Hall grounds (Pennsylvania Ave.), this annual Niantic summer tradition is sure to kick start your summer.
In addition to the above Niantic Lions LobsterFest and Chicken BBQ, the 50th Niantic Outdoor Arts & Crafts Show will also be held at the same location, on the same dates and same times. Admission to the Arts & Crafts show is free, and over 110 vendors are expected to be at the show.
Two great events, one great weekend !
For additional information, visit: The Niantic Lions Club website- July 17, 2010
Celebrate East Lyme Festival
Come join the thousands of area residents and summertime visitors on Saturday, July 17th from 3 to 9 pm, when the town of East Lyme will hosts its 11th Annual Celebrate East Lyme Festival. Great music, delicious food, tons of street vendors, the ever popular Sand Castle competition, Niantic Bay Raft Races and FIREWORKS over the bay are just a few reasons to visit and enjoy this great annual event.
Additional details will be provided as they become available.
www.CelebrateEastLyme.com- August 19 - August 22, 2010
6th Annual Bargains By The Bay ~ Annual Sales Event
Niantic Main Street is happy to once again sponsor their 5th Annual Bargains by the Bay Tent and Sidewalk Sale August 19 – 22, 2010. This always popular four-day event features a collaborative tent and sidewalk sale by downtown merchants in the quaint seaside town of Niantic. Businesses range from clothing and jewelry, to sweets, gifts, music, pets, flowers, and children’s apparel.
Come experience shopping at its best in the beautiful and scenic Connecticut shoreline villages of Niantic and Flanders at this annual Bargains By The Bay sales event. Again, this special sales event starts Thursday, August 19th and continues through Sunday, August 22nd.
Spend a relaxing day in our villages, and stroll the beautiful tree lined streets in Niantic with beautiful flower displays and park benches to take in the sights, sounds and smells of the shoreline. While in town, visit the mile-long boardwalk or dine one of the many great restaurants throughout town. We're sure you will agree, shopping and dining don't get much better than this!- September 26, 2010
Niantic Bay Half Marathon & 5K Road Race
The Niantic Bay Half Marathon and 5K is back for a 4th year. The race will be held on Sunday, September 26th, at Rocky Neck State Park, Niantic. Additional information will be provided as it becomes available.
For more information or to register, contact John Bysiewicz at (203) 481-5933 or
visit: www.nianticbayhalfmarathon.com- October 24, 2010
Niantic Village Halloween Parade
Come one, come all, to one of the most highly entertaining events in town ~ the annual Niantic Halloween Parade.
Sponsored by the East Lyme Business Organization, the parade will take place on Sunday, October 24, 2010 beginning at 1:00 p.m., when children are welcome to browse the downtown shops for "Tricks and Treats".
Among the parade's signature features is the always popular Halloween Parade which will begin at 2:00 p.m. (starting at Hole-in-the-Wall)
Candy for the kids and costume prizes to be awarded.
For additional information, contact Terri Smith at 691-0528 or e-mail her at: jsmith5@snet.net
Also, following the Niantic Village Parade on Sunday October 24th, the American Legion, on York Ave in Niantic, will be sponsoring their
5th Annual Halloween Party and Haunted Maze from 3:00 pm, till 6:00 pm.
Tons of fun for kids ages 12 and under.
The AMERICAN LEGION POST 128 is located at 16 YORK AVE, NIANTIC CT.
Refreshments and snacks will be served.- November 11, 2010
Veterans Day Observation
Come remember our veterans at a Candlelight Vigil on Thursday, November 11, 2010. Festivities will begin at 10:00 a.m. on the Liberty Green (downtown Niantic - corner of Main St. and Pennsylvania Ave.). In the event of rain, the vigil will move to the American Legion facility on York Ave.
- November 27, 2010
7th Annual Holiday Stroll
As an escape from high pressure holiday shopping in big box stores and congested parking lots at this time of year, the East Lyme villages of Niantic and Flanders are hosting the 5th Annual Holiday Stroll
on Saturday, November 27 from 4:00 – 8:00 pm.
This family-friendly day features horse-drawn carriage rides, professional holiday carolers along the quaint shop-lined streets of Niantic, complimentary hot cider and cocoa, and the arrival of Santa on a shiny red fire truck to the town green just in time for a tree lighting ceremony at 5:00 pm on Liberty Green in the heart of Niantic Village. Additional informaion will be provided as it becomes available.
- December 12, 2010
22nd Annual Niantic (East Lyme) Light Parade
If past history is any indication of the future, then thousands of area residents will flock once again to downtown Niantic on Sunday, December 12, 2010 for the 22nd Annual Niantic (East Lyme) Light Parade. This parade is sure to be an event folks will be talking about as the holiday season takes hold.