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There is always something interesting going on in the three villages of Essex! All of our members are encouraged to add information about their upcoming events here, where visitors can find them either in the calendar view below, or the list view further down the page.
May 2026
09
May
Essex Garden Club May Market
9:00 am - 1:00 pm Essex Garden Club
The Essex Garden Club is delighted to announce its annual fundraiser, May Market, scheduled for Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Essex Town Park on Main Street. This much-anticipated event not only supports the club's mission, but also offers lo...
09
May
CANCELLED: “Burning of the Ships” Commemoration in Essex
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Sailing Masters of 1812 Fife & Drum Corps
To all Corps who were to attend the Burning of the Ships Commemoration that was scheduled for this Saturday May 9th.
It is with deep regret that we have decided to cancel the Commemoration parade and lunch this Saturday due to the forecast of rain throughout the day....
It is with deep regret that we have decided to cancel the Commemoration parade and lunch this Saturday due to the forecast of rain throughout the day....
11
May
EAA Spring Juried Show Call for Entries
2:00 pm - 6:00 pm The Essex Art Association
As this season keeps blooming, we are excited to announce the EAA Spring Juried Show with a floral theme for our second show of the 2026 Exhibition Season!
KEY DATES
Entries (in person only
KEY DATES
Entries (in person only
13
May
Valley Forge Elm Planting - Essex Celebrates America 250
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Ivoryton Green
Join us for a meaningful community moment as we come together to plant a Valley Forge Elm Tree in honor of America’s 250th anniversary.
15
May
EHS History Hour at Essex Meadows: The Woman Who Printed the Declaration
10:00 am - 11:00 am Essex Meadows
Essex Historical Society and Essex Meadows present History Hour. This program features a speaker, author, presenter, or musician once a month through 2026. Stay tuned as we announce the topic and presentation of each month’s program.
17
May
Vince Giordano & The Nighthawks Bring Hot Jazz to Essex Winter Series
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Valley Regional High School
UPDATE: We regret that we must postpone our Sunday, February 22, concert. Cancellation notices are widespread in news outlets and on social media, and we are attempting to personally reach every person on our ticketholder...
17
May
Vince Giordano & The Nighthawks Return to Essex Winter Series
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Valley Regional High School
For jazz concert rescheduled from February, Essex Winter Series Jazz Advisor Jeff Barnhart is thrilled to announce the return of fan favorite Vince Giordano, who will lead his incredible jazz orchestra – The Nighthawks – for an afternoon of Hot and Sweet Music ...
17
May
22
May
EAA Spring Juried Show Opening Reception
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Essex Art Association
Please join us at 6 pm on Friday, May 22nd, for the EAA Spring Juried Show juried by NC Whitcher, along with Jill Abele Butcher’s solo show in the Gantner Gallery. Award presentation at 7 pm.
We are located on 10 North Main Street in Essex, CT. Gallery hours are We...
We are located on 10 North Main Street in Essex, CT. Gallery hours are We...
27
May
Shoreline Ringers Handbell Concert
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Trinity Lutheran Church
Shoreline Ringers, a top-level community handbell choir, presents Spacious Skies, a glorious, uplifting and patriotic concert to celebrate our Nation’s 250th Birthday.
Pieces will include Semper Fidelis, Leroy Anderson medley, Selections from West Wide Story, Fly M...
Pieces will include Semper Fidelis, Leroy Anderson medley, Selections from West Wide Story, Fly M...
28
May
EBOT Business After Hours at Essex Historical Society
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Essex Historical Society
Join the Essex Board of Trade for our next Business After Hours, a relaxed time with light refreshments, great conversation, and the chance to explore one of our local member businesses.
June 2026
06
June
Rotary Club of Essex Shad Bake 2026
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm Safe Harbor Essex Island
Join Us for the Rotary Club of Essex Shad Bake 2026
Click HERE to pur...
Essex Garden Club May Market
9:00 am - 1:00 pm Essex Garden Club
The Essex Garden Club is delighted to announce its annual fundraiser, May Market, scheduled for Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Essex Town Park on Main Street. This much-anticipated event not only supports the club's mission, but also offers lo...
CANCELLED: “Burning of the Ships” Commemoration in Essex
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Sailing Masters of 1812 Fife & Drum Corps
To all Corps who were to attend the Burning of the Ships Commemoration that was scheduled for this Saturday May 9th.
It is with deep regret that we have decided to cancel the Commemoration parade and lunch this Saturday due to the forecast of rain throughout the day....
It is with deep regret that we have decided to cancel the Commemoration parade and lunch this Saturday due to the forecast of rain throughout the day....
EAA Spring Juried Show Call for Entries
2:00 pm - 6:00 pm The Essex Art Association
As this season keeps blooming, we are excited to announce the EAA Spring Juried Show with a floral theme for our second show of the 2026 Exhibition Season!
KEY DATES
Entries (in person only
KEY DATES
Entries (in person only
Valley Forge Elm Planting – Essex Celebrates America 250
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Ivoryton Green
Join us for a meaningful community moment as we come together to plant a Valley Forge Elm Tree in honor of America’s 250th anniversary.
EHS History Hour at Essex Meadows: The Woman Who Printed the Declaration
10:00 am - 11:00 am Essex Meadows
Essex Historical Society and Essex Meadows present History Hour. This program features a speaker, author, presenter, or musician once a month through 2026. Stay tuned as we announce the topic and presentation of each month’s program.
Vince Giordano & The Nighthawks Bring Hot Jazz to Essex Winter Series
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Valley Regional High School
UPDATE: We regret that we must postpone our Sunday, February 22, concert. Cancellation notices are widespread in news outlets and on social media, and we are attempting to personally reach every person on our ticketholder...
Vince Giordano & The Nighthawks Return to Essex Winter Series
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Valley Regional High School
For jazz concert rescheduled from February, Essex Winter Series Jazz Advisor Jeff Barnhart is thrilled to announce the return of fan favorite Vince Giordano, who will lead his incredible jazz orchestra – The Nighthawks – for an afternoon of Hot and Sweet Music ...
EAA Spring Juried Show Opening Reception
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Essex Art Association
Please join us at 6 pm on Friday, May 22nd, for the EAA Spring Juried Show juried by NC Whitcher, along with Jill Abele Butcher’s solo show in the Gantner Gallery. Award presentation at 7 pm.
We are located on 10 North Main Street in Essex, CT. Gallery hours are We...
We are located on 10 North Main Street in Essex, CT. Gallery hours are We...
Shoreline Ringers Handbell Concert
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Trinity Lutheran Church
Shoreline Ringers, a top-level community handbell choir, presents Spacious Skies, a glorious, uplifting and patriotic concert to celebrate our Nation’s 250th Birthday.
Pieces will include Semper Fidelis, Leroy Anderson medley, Selections from West Wide Story, Fly M...
Pieces will include Semper Fidelis, Leroy Anderson medley, Selections from West Wide Story, Fly M...
EBOT Business After Hours at Essex Historical Society
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Essex Historical Society
Join the Essex Board of Trade for our next Business After Hours, a relaxed time with light refreshments, great conversation, and the chance to explore one of our local member businesses.
Rotary Club of Essex Shad Bake 2026
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm Safe Harbor Essex Island
Join Us for the Rotary Club of Essex Shad Bake 2026
Click HERE to pur...