Programs & Events

Midsummer Festival

  • The Museum and Café will be closed Friday, July 4.

July 25 & 26, 2025

Old Lyme's Midsummer Festival celebrates the town's artistic heritage with two days of festivities!

Join us Friday night for an outdoor concert and dancing, or take part in Saturday’s town-wide activities, which may include art exhibitions and sales, food trucks, musical performances, nonprofit organization fairs, artisan fairs, book signings, talks, and sales, and hands-on kids’ activities. Old Lyme’s Midsummer Festival is produced by the Old Lyme Arts District.

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Midsummer Festival Calendar

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Friday, July 25, 2025

Midsummer Pre-Concert Open House

Free admission to the current exhibition.

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Friday, July 25, 2025

Midsummer Free Concert

The free concert is always a favorite and makes for a picnic-perfect summer evening.

Part of the Old Lyme Midsummer Festival, this free annual concert at the Florence Griswold Museum is a highlight of the summer, and making for a perfect evening on the banks of the Lieutenant River.

The Midsummer Concert at the Florence Griswold Museum is generously sponsored by All Pro Automotive and Mercer Advisors/Benchmark Wealth Management, LLC.

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July 25 & 26, 2025

Midsummer Super Sale in The Shop

Get up to 75% off special finds in this blowout sale from The Shop!

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Saturday, July 26, 2025

Midsummer Festival Open House

Enjoy Free Admission to the Museum on this special town-wide Midsummer Festival Day.

Food Truck Court: 9am–3pm. Enjoy a snack and a drink from local food truck vendors.

Artist Vendors: 9am–3pm. A variety of local artists available on the front lawn of the Griswold House.

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Saturday, July 26, 2025

Parading Paws Dog Show

Sit. Stay. Enjoy. Every dog walks away a winner at the Parading Paws Dog Show!

Prizes are awarded based on each dog’s most distinguished characteristics, such as Best Smile, Biggest Paws, and Longest Tail. Special award categories include Best Trick and Best Costume.

Free registration 10–10:30am. Judging begins at 10:45am.