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Make Some Memories!

Explore, Celebrate & Unwind!

Enjoy live music at local breweries, lounges, outdoor restaurants, and community venues while discovering family-friendly activities, outdoor adventures, great dining, unique shopping, and hometown celebrations throughout Winsted and Winchester.

August is the perfect time to experience everything Winchester has to offer. Spend Thursday evenings at the Friends of Main Street Outdoor Summer Concert Series, step back in time at the American Mural Project's America 250 exhibit featuring the story of Connecticut's Great Flood of 1955, and celebrate cherished local traditions at the 76th Winchester Grange Fair & Flea Market and the 165th Winsted Fire Department Annual Carnival & Parade.

Between events, explore the natural beauty of Highland Lake and the surrounding trails. Whether you enjoy boating, paddling, fishing, hiking, or simply relaxing outdoors, there's no shortage of ways to make the most of summer.
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Whether you're planning a day trip or a weekend getaway, August is the perfect time to explore Winchester.

Upcoming Community Events

Date
Event | Start Time
Aug 6
Summer Concerts - Gypsysole, Friends of Main Street, East End Park (6:30 pm) ​​
Aug 7
AMERICA 250 | History After Hours Film & Talk | Inundated: Connecticut's Great Flood of 1955, American Mural Project, 90 Whiting St (7 pm)
Aug 8
🚜 76th Winchester Grange Fair & Flea Market, 100 Newfield Rd, Winchester Center (9 am)
Aug 13
Summer Concerts - KeBar, Friends of Main Street, East End Park (6:30 pm) 
Aug 19-22
​​​🚒​ 165th Winsted Fire Dept. Annual Carnival and Parade, Winsted Fire Department, 75 Rowley St (6 pm)
Aug 20
Summer Concerts - South Road, Friends of Main Street, East End Park (6:30 pm) ​
Aug 28
Piano Happy Hour: Paula Bradley, American Mural Project, 90 Whiting St (5 pm)

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!​
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Celebrate a cherished community tradition at the 75th Annual Winchester Grange Fair & Flea Market! Whether you're looking to browse unique treasures, enjoy homemade food and baked goods, admire local exhibits, or showcase your own flowers, produce, or baking, there's something for everyone. Join friends and neighbors for a day of fun, fellowship, and small-town charm.

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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!
© 2026 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
    • Sponsors
    • Donate & Volunteer
  • EVENTS
    • Bubble & Truffles 2026
    • Winsted Restaurant Week
    • Earth Day Cleanup
    • Flowers on Main Street
    • Summer Concert Series
    • Fall Foliage Festival >
      • 26th 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
    • Recreation & Exercise
    • Necessities
    • Salons & Personal Services
    • Shopping
  • CONTACT
  • Summer Concert Series