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May 2026
2026 Annual Gala – Celebrate New Canaan
New Canaan, CT 06840 United States
Join us under the moonlight for our annual gala and fundraiser on the beautiful campus of the New Canaan Museum & Historical Society on Friday June 5. We will dance to the music of Fake ID Band and dine on delicious food prepared by Diane Browne Catering. This year we are honoring longtime Board Governor and current president Tom Monahan, and his wife Cynthia, for their years of dedication to the Museum and our mission to preserve the history of…
Find out more »Yoga & Sound Bath Spring Series
An event every week that begins at 9:00am on Saturday, repeating until Saturday, May, 30, 2026
New Canaan, CT 06840 United States
Saturdays 9-10am, April 25- May 30 Join us Saturday mornings for a continuing wellness collaboration between the Carriage Barn, Diane Nickelberg Barnett and yoga instructor Talita Moss. This Gentle Yoga and Sound Bath series will engage both body and mind to help melt away the stresses of the week and start your weekend right! After a brief opening meditation, we’ll stretch and loosen up with a gentle yoga practice, accompanied by the soft sounds of Crystal and Tibetan singing bowls,…
Find out more »Last Saturdays on the Trail – New Canaan Land Trust
Join Robin Bates-Mason and explore the grounds at 1124 Valley Road as they come to life this spring. Check on the growth of the American Chestnut seedlings, see what is emerging in the Barbara Johansen Pollinator Garden, learn more about the renovation progress of the Headquarters. Finally, head into Browne Preserve after taking in the serenity of the Williams Zen Garden. This event is family-friendly and free. Parking is limited and carpooling is strongly encouraged.
Find out more »Historic Grainger + Peony Garden Tour
As part of the national commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary, The Glass House will, for the first time, open the 1783 Grainger House and its celebrated peony and iris garden for public tours. The house sits on one of New Canaan’s earliest registered land parcels and was originally known as the Finch House, named for the early New Canaan family who farmed the land. Purchased in 1990 by David Whitney, partner of Philip Johnson, the house has been carefully restored…
Find out more »The Great Community Cake-Off Primary tabs
New Canaan, CT 06840 United States
Join New Canaan Library for our first Community Cake-Off event! Get your aprons and appetites ready as we invite you to bake a homemade cake to share with the community. Everyone who brings a cake will be able to sample 8 other servings of homemade cakes. Please read the rules before registering.
Find out more »New Canaan Author Sarah G. Pierce discusses her novel ‘For Human Use’
New Canaan, CT 06840 United States
Join debut author Sarah G. Pierce at to celebrate her new novel, For Human Use, a twisted romantic comedy! An unforgettable debut, For Human Use is a twisted tale of modern love that bends every genre, sears itself into your brain, and presents a horrific romantic comedy unlike anything you’ve ever read before.
Find out more »Hardcover Rock Band @ White Buffalo
Hardcover Rock Band is playing at the White Buffalo, New Canaan from 7-10pm on the patio, Saturday 5/30/2026. Grab a drink and rock out with covers from the 60's-2000's.
Find out more »Bonkers for Balls Scavenger Hunt
Pet Pantry Warehouse Dog Days is back at New Canaan Nature Center on Sunday, May 31st and Rock Paper Scissors Custom Events, will be hosting a ‘Bonkers for Balls’ Dog Scavenger Hunt! Participants can unleash their inner hunting instincts and race around the grounds searching for a hidden, numbered tennis ball (one per entry). Once found, return to the booth and claim your guaranteed prize. 100% of proceeds benefit Adopt-A-Dog.
Find out more »35th Annual Ice Cream Social and Antique Car Show
New Canaan, CT 06840 United States
Please join us for our 35th Annual Ice Cream Social Sunday, May 31st from 1-3pm. This festive celebration and antique car show will include ice cream (generously provided by Gofer) as well as cakes and cookies donated by the National Charity Leagues. The town band will play patriotic music and there will be old fashioned games for kids. And, its all FREE!
Find out more »Spotlight on The Met: What to See Right Now
New Canaan, CT 06840 United States
Art historian and Metropolitan Museum of Art educator Page Knox is your personal guide to this Spring’s extraordinary exhibitions at The Met, highlighting their major themes and important works.
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