Friday, July 15th
- Madison Farmers Market on the Green from 3-6pm. Check out the 2022 vendor line-up!
- Guilford Craft Expo 2022 is back on the Guilford Green after a 2 year hiatus! This annual show is one of the most successful and longest-running craft shows in America featuring 180+ makers from across the country. It is held at the height of the summer season and welcomes over 7,000 visitors every year. Popular amenities for the Craft Expo visitor include a food court with beer and wine, a family art tent with kids craft activities, faculty and student craft demos, and the chance to bid on donated craft pieces at the show’s annual silent auction. Visit the Expo from 11:30am-7:00pm with ticket prices as follows: General $9; Seniors (62 & up) $8; Under 16 FREE. Parking is free.
- Madison Rotary Carnival is in full swing at Academy Field on the corner of Academy Street and Bradley Road. Wristbands available at the ticket booth for unlimited rides ($30) or you can purchase rides tickets as well – day of purchase only. Proceeds support the Madison Rotary Foundation. Food trucks have all of your carnival food favorites! Join the fun from 6-10pm.
- Outdoor Movie Night featuring “Up” at Lyman Orchards. Bring your blanket and a chair for this FREE event! The movie begins at 8:30pm, but you should arrive early and take part in the children’s activity area with corn hole and a mini putting hole station until sunset! There will be snacks and drinks available to purchase through the ice cream window at the Apple Barrel. Rain Date: July 16, 2022
- Outdoor Concert by The Engine Room at Parmelee Farm in Killingworth from 7-8:30pm. Bring you picnic set-up for a fun evening of rock & roll!
Saturday, July 16th
- Guilford Craft Expo 2022 is back on the Guilford Green after a 2 year hiatus! This annual show is one of the most successful and longest-running craft shows in America featuring 180+ makers from across the country. It is held at the height of the summer season and welcomes over 7,000 visitors every year. Popular amenities for the Craft Expo visitor include a food court with beer and wine, a family art tent with kids craft activities, faculty and student craft demos, and the chance to bid on donated craft pieces at the show’s annual silent auction. Visit the Expo from 10am-7pm with ticket prices as follows: General $9; Seniors (62 & up) $8; Under 16 FREE. Parking is free.
- Madison Rotary Carnival is in full swing at Academy Field on the corner of Academy Street and Bradley Road. Wristbands available at the ticket booth for unlimited rides ($30) or you can purchase rides tickets as well – day of purchase only. Proceeds support the Madison Rotary Foundation. Food trucks have all of your carnival food favorites! Join the fun from 6-10pm.
- Blueberry Festival at Lyman Orchards from 11am-4pm. Lyman’s is teaming up with the Salvation Army to bring you the Lyman Orchards Blueberry Festival & Christmas in July Event at the Apple Barrel Farm Market. Start the day out in the fields picking fresh blueberries, then head over to the Apple Barrel Farm Market for live music by The Salvation Army Brass Ensemble, a Blueberry Jam-Making Demonstration, Free Food Tastings at the Apple Barrel Farm Market, Horse-Drawn Hayrides, a Petting Farm, Face Painting, plus Santa will be on property for pictures with the kids! Admission is FREE. Be sure to visit the event page for the full day’s line-up.
Sunday, July 17th
- Guilford Craft Expo 2022 is back on the Guilford Green after a 2 year hiatus! This annual show is one of the most successful and longest-running craft shows in America featuring 180+ makers from across the country. It is held at the height of the summer season and welcomes over 7,000 visitors every year. Popular amenities for the Craft Expo visitor include a food court with beer and wine, a family art tent with kids craft activities, faculty and student craft demos, and the chance to bid on donated craft pieces at the show’s annual silent auction. Visit the Expo from 12pm-5pm with ticket prices as follows: General $9; Seniors (62 & up) $8; Under 16 FREE. Parking is free.
- Live music by Chris Hoochin at Shanks in Clinton from 2-5pm. Don’t forget to BYOB!
- Chester Sunday Market from 10am-1pm on Main Street. Shop for all of your farm market goodies while listening to live local musicians. Grab a seat at one of the awesome local restaurants and make a day of it!