North Stonington Strawberry Festival 2026: Visitor's Guide
The North Stonington Strawberry Festival — officially the New London County Strawberry Festival — is one of Connecticut's biggest free spring festivals, held each year at the North Stonington Fairgrounds and produced by the North Stonington Agricultural Fair. It's a full weekend of strawberries, crafts, food trucks, and family fun to kick off the season.
What it is
The festival takes over the North Stonington Fairgrounds for a free, family-friendly weekend celebrating Connecticut's strawberry harvest. Produced by the North Stonington Agricultural Fair, it pairs the region's berry season with a big outdoor market — 80+ artisan and craft vendors, 15+ food trucks, live music, and family entertainment across both days.
What to eat
The strawberry treats are the star: classic strawberry shortcake, chocolate-dipped strawberries, and strawberry lemonade served in a souvenir cup, alongside a full lineup of food-truck fare. Come hungry.
Crafts and vendors
With more than 80 artisan and craft vendors, the festival doubles as one of the area's better early-season craft shows — great for shoppers hunting handmade goods, and a solid booth opportunity for makers working the New England festival circuit.
Planning your visit
Admission is free. The festival is held at the North Stonington Fairgrounds, 21 Wyassup Road, North Stonington, CT, over a weekend in late May — the 2026 edition ran May 30–31, and it returns May 29–30, 2027. Check the official site for the latest hours and schedule.
Q: When is the North Stonington Strawberry Festival?
It's held over a weekend in late May at the North Stonington Fairgrounds in North Stonington, Connecticut. The 2026 festival ran May 30–31, and it returns May 29–30, 2027.
Q: How much does it cost to attend?
Admission is free. Strawberry treats and food-truck fare are pay-as-you-go.
Q: What is there to do at the festival?
You'll find 80+ craft and artisan vendors, 15+ food trucks, strawberry shortcake and chocolate-dipped strawberries, live music, and family entertainment across both days.
Q: Where is the North Stonington Strawberry Festival held?
At the North Stonington Fairgrounds, 21 Wyassup Road, North Stonington, CT, produced by the North Stonington Agricultural Fair.
Related Reading
- New England Strawberry Festivals 2026: A Complete Guide — every strawberry festival across the region
- Connecticut Fairs and Festivals 2026: Your Complete Guide
Last updated: June 2026
