The 21st Annual Mystic Holiday Lighted Boat Parade will take place on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Following Santa arriving by tugboat and the lighting of the Mystic River Park Christmas tree, spectators flood both sides of the Mystic River to see the decorated and decked out boats pass by. Decorated vessels will parade down the Mystic River…
66th Annual Mystic Outdoor Art Festival SATURDAY, AUG. 10th: 10am - 6pm SUNDAY, AUG. 11th: 10am - 5pm The oldest festival of its kind in the Northeast, the Mystic Outdoor Art Festival attracts close to 100,000 people from New England and other areas of the country to our region during this two day event.
66th Annual Mystic Outdoor Art Festival SATURDAY, AUG. 10th: 10am - 6pm SUNDAY, AUG. 11th: 10am - 5pm The oldest festival of its kind in the Northeast, the Mystic Outdoor Art Festival attracts close to 100,000 people from New England and other areas of the country to our region during this two day event.
*Moved to July 14th due to rain* A pop-up paddle-craft only rally on the Mystic River, presented by The Downtown Mystic Merchants and Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce Alongside the West Side of the Mystic River, North of the Drawbridge Public Launch Points I95 Highway Bridge on River Road Isham Street (at Bay Street) Water…
The 19th annual Mystic Irish Parade kicks off on Sunday March 24th, 2024 at 1pm. Over 2,000 marchers, 100 units and over 30,000 spectators are expected. The parade begins at the Mystic Seaport Museum, journeys downtown, and concludes at the Mystic Museum of Art. more info at mysticirishparade.org See parade route and viewing spots
MYSTIC SANTACON IS BACK! BANK & BRIDGE- DJ K FREDERICK 8PM CHAPTER ONE- DJ CRIBB 8PM DIVE- WOOLITE 8PM ENGINE ROOM- DJ EDGEWOOD 8PM FRIAR TUCKS- TONY MARSHALL 8PM HARP & HOUND- LUKE & MIKE 8PM MARGARITAS- DJ DVYNE 8PM MIX- DJ DARTH FADER 8PM PIZZETTA- DJ ALEX WALKER & DJ JSMITH 8PM TAQUERIO- DJ…
Stroll the festive streets of Historic Downtown Mystic and listen to the carolers rejoice in the holiday spirit as Santa makes his way through the hustle and bustle! Merchants will keep their shops open late so everyone can get a head start on their holiday shopping while enjoying hot cider, cookies and other goodies in…
The 20th Annual Mystic Holiday Lighted Boat Parade will take place on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Following Santa arriving by tugboat and the lighting of the Mystic River Park Christmas tree, spectators flood both sides of the Mystic River to see the decorated and decked out boats pass by. Decorated vessels will parade down the Mystic River…
65th Annual Mystic Outdoor Art Festival SATURDAY, AUG. 12, 2023: 10 AM- 6 PM SUNDAY, AUG. 13, 2023: 10 AM - 5 PM The oldest festival of its kind in the Northeast, the Mystic Outdoor Art Festival attracts close to 100,000 people from New England and other areas of the country to our region during…
A pop-up paddle-craft only rally on the Mystic River with live music.
A Mystic tradition for over 100 years. Parade assembles on Water, Pearl and Gravel Streets on the Groton side of the river. Parade steps off at 2pm (rain or shine) and marches to the Mystic VFW on Rt 1 in Stonington (60 Stonington Road). Afterwards, a memorial service and free BBQ at VFW will commemorate…
Downtown Mystic Merchants and Greater Mystic Chamber invites everyone to join us in Downtown Mystic, CT for the annual Downtown Mystic Spring Stroll on May 6th! Build a Bouquet! Purchases made in participating downtown Mystic retail shops will earn you coins. After your shopping experience, you may trade each coin in for a beautiful flower…
The 18th annual Mystic Irish Parade kicks off on Sunday March 19th, 2023 at 1pm. Over 2,000 marchers, 100 units and over 30,000 spectators are expected. The parade begins at the Mystic Seaport Museum, journeys downtown, and concludes at the Mystic Museum of Art. more info at mysticirishparade.org See parade route and viewing spots
Stroll the festive streets of Historic Downtown Mystic and listen to the carolers rejoice in the holiday spirit as Santa makes his way through the hustle and bustle! Merchants will keep their shops open late so everyone can get a head start on their holiday shopping while enjoying hot cider, cookies and other goodies in…
The 19th Annual Mystic Holiday Lighted Boat Parade will take place on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Following Santa arriving by tugboat and the lighting of the Mystic River Park Christmas tree, spectators flood both sides of the Mystic River to see the decorated and decked out boats pass by. Decorated vessels will parade down the Mystic River…
2022 marks the 100th anniversary of the Mystic River Bascule Bridge! Head to Mystic River Park at 2pm and be a part of history as community leaders and special guests honor the oldest Bascule Bridge in the United States. Then gather along the banks of the Mystic River where the Fireworks Celebration, sponsored by Foxwoods…
image: Mystic Knotwork The Downtown Mystic Merchants and Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce in partnership with IVORY ELLA present Float Ella 2022 a pop-up paddle-craft only rally on the Mystic River. Our first two Float Ella events were a huge success with over 300 paddle craft in the water and scores of people watching on…
It’s time for downtown’s annual summer sidewalk sale! Score major discounts from your favorite stores.
A 1500 meter swim from Mystic Seaport under the iconic Mystic drawbridge to finish at Seaport Marine.
After a 2 year hiatus due to the pandemic, the Mystic Irish Parade is back in 2022! The 17th annual parade kicks off on Sunday March 27th at 1pm. Over 2,000 marchers, 100 units and over 40,000 spectators are expected. The parade begins at the Mystic Seaport Museum, journeys downtown, and concludes at the Mystic…
Stroll the festive streets of Historic Downtown Mystic and listen to the carolers rejoice in the holiday spirit as Santa makes his way through the hustle and bustle! Merchants will keep their shops open late so everyone can get a head start on their holiday shopping while enjoying hot cider, cookies and other goodies in…
This year, the Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the Westerly Pawcatuck Downtown Business Association for Mystic Restaurant Week & Dine Out in Downtown 2021. From November 1st-7th participating restaurants will feature a burger themed entre. See menus and offers Each time you eat at a participating restaurant during event week, you can…
The Mystic Fire Department in partnership with the Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce is bringing back the Halloween parade to downtown Mystic on October 31! The parade will follow the traditional route it has always taken, beginning on Water Street, taking a right onto Route 1 and going over the bridge, turning right onto Cottrell…
63rd Annual Mystic Outdoor Art Festival SATURDAY, AUG. 14, 2021: 10 AM- 6 PM SUNDAY, AUG. 15, 2021: 10 AM - 5 PM The oldest festival of its kind in the Northeast, the Mystic Outdoor Art Festival attracts close to 100,000 people from New England and other areas of the country to our region during…
A 1500 meter swim from Mystic Seaport under the iconic Mystic drawbridge to finish at Seaport Marine. Proceeds benefit Mystic Boy Scout Troop 76. Awards for 1st, 2nd and 3rd in each 5 year age group. Entry fees posted on website. Free to spectators.
The Downtown Mystic Merchants and the Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce are coming together for the second year in a row to raise money for the business community. We are bringing everyone together for a COVID SAFE pop-up event to show support and appreciation for local businesses. Join us AND Donate! on June 26th (and…
Mystic Irish Parade 2021 is POSTPONED From Mystic Irish Parade: “The parade board is looking at options that would allow us to safely and responsibly celebrate the day in other ways. We will share details on this as soon as we can.”
Run/ Walk this 5K route anytime the week of March 17-21, 2021. All proceeds of this event will go to the “Groton Parks and Rec and the Mystic Irish Parade Foundation” Date March 17th-21, 2021 @ Anytime of Day Start at 4 Pearl St, Mystic, CT 06355 Register
On Wednesdays December 9th and 16th, enjoy downtown sidewalks lined with luminaria and shop as stores stay open late until 8pm.
On Wednesdays December 9th and 16th, enjoy downtown sidewalks lined with luminaria and shop as stores stay open late until 8pm.
Bringing everyone together for a COVID SAFE pop-up event to show support and appreciation for local businesses. Join us on August 29 for FLOATCHELLA - a Paddle crafts only rally on the Mystic River featuring Anbassa & The Word Sound Power Movement – Billed as CT’s #1 Reggae Band. The DJ Melloon on the FLOATING…
Bringing everyone together for a COVID SAFE pop-up event to show support and appreciation for local businesses. Join us on August 29 for FLOATCHELLA - a Paddle crafts only rally on the Mystic River featuring Anbassa & The Word Sound Power Movement – Billed as CT’s #1 Reggae Band. The DJ Melloon on the FLOATING…
It's time for downtown's annual summer sidewalk sale! Score major discounts from your favorite stores. Participants coming soon!
It's time for downtown's annual summer sidewalk sale! Score major discounts from your favorite stores. Participants coming soon!
Join the fun on May 2nd during the Downtown Mystic Spring Stroll! Shop in your favorite boutiques & discover our new shoppes! Festivities to include: “Coin for a Flower” (see below) Local HS instrumental groups will be playing on Main St. along with other talented musicians Local dance groups will perform May Pole Dances Many…
Join the fun on May 2nd during the Downtown Mystic Spring Stroll! Shop in your favorite boutiques & discover our new shoppes! Festivities to include: “Coin for a Flower” (see below) Local HS instrumental groups will be playing on Main St. along with other talented musicians Local dance groups will perform May Pole Dances Many…
UPDATE October 1st: The 17th annual Mystic Irish Parade was rescheduled for October 25th, but has now ben CANCELLED for 2020. Hope to be back next year! This is a can't-miss annual Mystic event that attracts over 30,000 every year! Kicks off at 1pm - beginning at the Mystic Seaport, journeying downtown, and concluding at…
UPDATE October 1st: The 17th annual Mystic Irish Parade was rescheduled for October 25th, but has now ben CANCELLED for 2020. Hope to be back next year! This is a can't-miss annual Mystic event that attracts over 30,000 every year! Kicks off at 1pm - beginning at the Mystic Seaport, journeying downtown, and concluding at…
Annual road race presented by the Town of Groton Parks & Recreation and Mystic Irish Parade. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day weekend in Mystic with a run in scenic Mystic! The course starts and ends in downtown Mystic (15 Pearl Street) and travels along scenic River Road on the banks of the Mystic River. Parade committee…
