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Make Some Memories! 

Discover Summer Fun! 

Summer is here, and it’s the perfect time to explore all the exciting outdoor activities Winchester has to offer! From hiking and swimming to renting pontoon boats on Highland Lake, there’s something for everyone.

Stroll down one of the longest Main Streets in Connecticut, where you can find new clothing, decorative items, fresh menus, lots of  music and gardening supplies. And don’t forget to grab dinner and a movie!  July and August means unforgettable Summer Concerts – Music, Community, and Good Vibes – Thursday evenings at historic East End Park.

Get ready for some family fun! Treat yourself to a variety of ice cream offerings, enjoy duckpin bowling, race go-karts, or challenge each other to a game of miniature golf.
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Whether you stay for the day or the weekend, be sure to explore unique attractions like a one-of-a-kind museum, discover a new craft brew or  gather some friends for some axe throwing? You’ll be making memories that last a lifetime!

Upcoming Community Events

Date
Event | Start Time

Jul 1-27
Where's Waldo? Scavenger Hunt, The Curious Cat Bookshop, 386 Main St. 
Jul 3
​​CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
Summer Concerts - Mad River Music, 
Friends of Main Street, East End Park (6:30pm)
Jul 4
Celebrating 250th Independence Day, Soldiers' Monument and Memorial Park, 84 Crown St (2pm)
Jul 10
​​Summer Concerts - Farmington Valley Band​, Friends of Main Street, East End Park (6:30pm)​​
Jul 17
​​Summer Concerts - West Hill Groove, Friends of Main Street, East End Park (6:30pm)
Jul 24
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​​Summer Concerts - Potter's Field, Friends of Main Street, East End Park (6:30pm)
Jul 27
Where's Waldo? Scavenger Hunt Party, The Curious Cat Bookshop, 386 Main St. (2pm)
Jul 31
​​Summer Concerts - Kenn Morr Band, Friends of Main Street, East End Park (6:30pm)

Check out Winsted's Growing Music & Comedy Scene

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Welcome. 

We're making positive things happen in Winsted since 1999!

Friends of Main Street Winsted is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to supporting the historic preservation, beautification, and economic growth of Winsted.

We achieve this by helping to attract new businesses, support existing businesses, and encourage traffic to downtown.

Donations are always welcome!​
click here to donate
Summer has arrived, and that means  Concerts on the Green every Thursday in July and August!  Download the poster for the schedule!
—​ Photo courtesy of 
Friends of Main Street Winsted 

​Proud member of:
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Northwest CT Main Street PROMISE Program
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It’s purpose is to help strengthen the region’s town centers and main streets through an iterative four-year collaboration.

Whatever your interests may be – Winsted Has It!

Get your 2024 Tourism Map on Main Street!

Are you ready to explore Winsted and its surrounding towns this summer? Make sure to grab a copy of the new 2024 Tourist Maps, available in over 40 locations downtown. 
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These comprehensive maps are easy to use, highlighting various cultural attractions, outdoor activities, excellent restaurants & cafés, and unique shops. There are so many new shops and restaurants, along with the addition of the new Hartford HealthCare HealthCenter ER and heliport, The Joyner Center, CT State Northwestern, American Mural Project, American Museum of Tort Law, the Sue Grossman Greenway and Tatros Park – your adventure is bound to be exciting!
© 2025 Friends of Main Street Winsted-Winchester, Inc., PO Box 18, 398 Main Street, Winsted, CT 06098
  • HOME
  • ABOUT
    • Mission, Location & Hours
    • What We Do
    • Work, Play, Day Tripping: Winchester
    • Board of Directors
  • SUPPORT
    • Donate & Volunteer
    • Sponsors
  • EVENTS
    • Bubble & Truffles 2025
    • Restaurant Week
    • Earth Day Cleanup
    • Flowers on Main Street
    • Summer Concert Series
    • Fall Foliage Festival >
      • 25th Fall Foliage Festival
      • Sponsor Opportunities
      • Vendor Application
    • Fall River Cleanup
    • Halloween Window Painting
    • A Winsted-Winchester Christmas
  • CALENDAR
    • Community Calendar & THE WEEKLY Newsletter
    • Blog
  • FOOD, BREW, FUN & NECESSITIES
    • Antiques
    • Attractions
    • Food, Brew & Catering
    • Necessities
    • Recreation & Exercise
    • Salons & Personal Services
    • Shopping
  • CONTACT