Things to do in Putnam, CT this weekend
Local events near you in Putnam, Connecticut — checked against each organizer's own posting and refreshed every Monday. This weekend runs September 25–September 27.
This weekend in Putnam
Saturday · September 26, 2026 · Doors 12:00 p.m.
Bravofest
Charlee Bravo's, 9 Grove Street
Multi-genre music benefit for Homes For Our Troops; food included. The beneficiary's registration page says noon, which controls over a 1:00 p.m. publicity release.
Source: View sourceSaturday · September 26, 2026 · 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Furniture and Bicycle Giveaway
Living Faith UMC Barn, 26 Eden Street
Free household furniture and bicycles, first come first served.
Source: WINY: Here's What's HappeningSaturday · September 26 · 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Putnam Saturday Farmers' Market
Riverview Marketplace Pavilion, 18 Kennedy Drive
Typically vegetables, fruit, flowers, baked goods and local makers under the riverside pavilion.
Source: View sourceSunday · September 27, 2026 · 12:00 p.m.; end time not stated
Makers Market: Montana Nights — last call for vendors
Montana Nights, 50 Providence Pike
Makers market at Montana Nights. Last call for vendors: a 10x10 space is $45 for this event only, and vendors get a vendor spotlight in the paid event advertisement.
Source: View sourceSunday · September 27, 2026 · 2:00 p.m.
RRS Oasis Rainforest Reptiles: Goose's Gotcha Day
Bradley Playhouse, 30 Front Street
Animal encounters and anniversary benefit for RRS Oasis Animal Sanctuary and the theater.
Source: View sourceSunday · September 27, 2026 · 5–6:30 p.m.
11th Annual Chicken BBQ
Knights of Columbus, 68 Providence Street
Half chicken, baked potato, salad and roll dinner at the Knights of Columbus.
Source: WINY: Here's What's Happening
Coming up in Putnam
Thursday · Thursdays through December 3, 2026 · 6–7:30 p.m.
GriefShare Grief Support Group
Living Faith United Methodist Church, 53 Grove Street
Weekly support group for people grieving the death of a spouse, child, family member or friend.
Source: WINY: Here's What's HappeningTuesday · September 29, 2026 · Time as listed by the school
Back to School Parent Mixer
Putnam High School, 152 Woodstock Avenue
An evening for parents to meet staff and each other.
Source: Putnam Public SchoolsThursday · October 1, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Veterans Only Food Share
Putnam Farmers Market Pavilion, 18 Kennedy Drive
Monthly food share — next session October 1.
Saturday · October 3 · 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Putnam Saturday Farmers' Market
Riverview Marketplace Pavilion, 18 Kennedy Drive
Typically vegetables, fruit, flowers, baked goods and local makers under the riverside pavilion.
Source: View sourceSunday · October 4, 2026 · 10 a.m. – 12 noon, kids fun run at 11:30 a.m.
Road to Wellness
Putnam Riverview Marketplace Pavilion
Hale YMCA fundraiser supporting wellness programs including LIVESTRONG.
Source: WINY: Here's What's HappeningWednesday · October 7, 2026 · 5:30 p.m.
Free Seminar on Sustainable Weight Loss
32 South Main Street
Talk with Dr. Joseph Botta and the BMAW team on the components of metabolic health.
Source: WINY: Here's What's HappeningSaturday · October 10 · 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Putnam Saturday Farmers' Market
Riverview Marketplace Pavilion, 18 Kennedy Drive
Typically vegetables, fruit, flowers, baked goods and local makers under the riverside pavilion.
Source: View sourceMonday · Registration deadline October 12, 2026; setup by October 15 · Setup deadline 12 noon October 15
17th Annual Scarecrow Contest
Downtown Putnam
Businesses, organizations, groups and individuals build scarecrows for the annual downtown contest.
Source: WINY: Here's What's HappeningFriday – Tuesday · October 2 – October 13, 2026 · Daily, by street groups
Town of Putnam Hydrant Flushing
Town-wide, Putnam
Municipal water line flushing scheduled daily by street groups across the town.
Wednesday · October 14, 2026 · 6–8 p.m.
Senior Spooktacular Halloween Dance
Putnam Elks, 64 Edmond Street
Halloween dance for seniors with music by JL Sound.
Source: WINY: Here's What's HappeningSaturday · October 17, 2026 · 9:00 a.m.; arrive by 8:50
TackleJR
Putnam Lions Memorial Dog Park, Kennedy Drive
Half-mile children's run finishing at Hale YMCA; each participant receives a finisher medal.
Source: View sourceSaturday · October 17, 2026 · 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Great Pumpkin Festival
Downtown Putnam; exact street address not published
Vendors, crafts and art, live music, children's activities, and pumpkin-themed menus; the Town's October 17 date controls over a stale organizer page.
Source: View sourceSaturday · October 17, 2026 · 1–4 p.m.
Trunk or Treat with Walmart 1980
Putnam Walmart, store 1980
Trunk or treat in the Walmart parking lot.
Source: WINY: Here's What's HappeningSaturday · October 17 · 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Putnam Saturday Farmers' Market
Riverview Marketplace Pavilion, 18 Kennedy Drive
Typically vegetables, fruit, flowers, baked goods and local makers under the riverside pavilion.
Source: View sourceFriday · October 23, 2026 · 7:00 p.m.; rain date October 30
Zombie Fashion Show
Rotary Park, 190 Kennedy Drive
Halloween runway competition with prizes and DJ music.
Source: View sourceSaturday · October 24 · 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Putnam Saturday Farmers' Market
Riverview Marketplace Pavilion, 18 Kennedy Drive
Typically vegetables, fruit, flowers, baked goods and local makers under the riverside pavilion.
Source: View sourceSunday · October 25, 2026 · 4 p.m.
Harlem Wizards
Putnam Middle School
Harlem Wizards exhibition basketball game.
Source: WINY: Here's What's HappeningThursday · October 29, 2026 · 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Lights Beyond the Shadows — Domestic Violence Fundraiser
Montana Nights
Evening fundraiser at Montana Nights in Putnam supporting domestic violence awareness and support, organized by Smoke and Mirrors, Beauty Loft, United Services of Connecticut, and Montana Nights Axe Throwing.
Source: View sourceFriday · October 30 and 31 and November 1, 2026 · October 30 and 31 at 7 p.m.; November 1 at midnight
Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show
The Bradley Playhouse, 30 Front Street
The Rocky Horror Show at the Bradley Playhouse, including a midnight Halloween-night performance.
Source: WINY: Here's What's HappeningSaturday · October 31 · 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Putnam Saturday Farmers' Market
Riverview Marketplace Pavilion, 18 Kennedy Drive
Typically vegetables, fruit, flowers, baked goods and local makers under the riverside pavilion.
Source: View sourceWednesday · November 4, 2026 · 6–8 p.m.
Senior Football Dance Party
Putnam Elks, 64 Edmond Street
Football-themed senior dance with music by JL Sound.
Source: WINY: Here's What's HappeningSaturday · November 14, 2026 · 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Young Entrepreneur Showcase and Vendor Fair
Putnam Middle School
Vendor fair hosted by the Putnam Middle School PTO, with a showcase for young entrepreneurs.
Source: WINY: Here's What's Happening