The Ellington Historical Society invites local business and organization to be part of the annual Fall Festival at the historic Nellie McKnight Museum!
Saturday, September 19, 2026 9:00 a.m. &ndash; 1:00 p.m. Rain Date: Saturday, September 26
Each year, families from throughout the community visit the museum to celebrate the arrival of fall with hands-on activities, local history, and seasonal fun. Whether it's a simple craft, game, educational activity, or interactive demonstration, participation helps make this a memorable event for local families while showcasing organization and businesses to the community.
The Ellington Historical Society will once again provide everything children need to make their own scarecrow, one of the most popular Fall Festival traditions. Additional activities will include a chance to visit a monster truck, explore the museum, and enjoy a morning filled with family-friendly fun.
There is no fee to participate&mdash;the goal is simply to bring together community organizations and businesses to create a fun and engaging experience for children and families.
If your organization or business would like to participate by providing an activity please send an email to <a href="mailto:info@ellingtonhistsoc.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">info@ellingtonhistsoc.org</a>.

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Join us on Saturday, August 15th from 9am to noon at Market Park, 72 Maple St in Ellington for our Youth Market - a morning dedicated to celebrating our community's youngest entrepreneurs. Alongside our seasoned regular vendors, you'll find young creators sharing their very own products with the community that raised them.
Come out and support the next generation of farmers and makers as they take their first steps into entrepreneurship. Every purchase is a vote of confidence in a young person's hard work and creativity.
And of course, all of your favorite regular vendors will be there too, offering the freshest local produce, food, and goods the season has to offer.
Come enjoy a beautiful Saturday morning at the market while cheering on the entrepreneurs of tomorrow.
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Please join us on Saturday, August 8th from 9am to noon at Market Park, 72 Maple St in Ellington for our annual Peach Festival!
Come find fresh CT grown peaches at their sweetest and juiciest, straight from the farms that grew them. Then let our incredible vendors do the rest. Treat yourself to LuAnn's fresh baked peach shortcake, browse peach jams and baked goods, and discover plenty of other peachy keen surprises from your local makers who pour their hearts into everything they create.
The Rolangs will keep your spirits up and your toes tapping throughout the morning with their talented renditions of modern classics.
Kids of all ages are invited to enjoy free face painting courtesy of the wonderful volunteers with the Ellington High School Art Department. Plus the Kids Power of Produce Club is ongoing and free for kids ages 5 to 12.
As always, we are proudly doubling SNAP and FMNP benefits at the market pavillion.
Don't settle for ordinary &mdash; shop the best of local and fresh. We hope to see you there!
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Join us on Saturday, August 1st from 9am to noon at Market Park, 72 Maple St in Ellington for our annual Zucchini 500 Drag Race, where veggie-fueled dreams hit the fast lane.
The race begins promptly at 10:30am. If your zucchini is ready to roll, be sure to arrive by 10am to register and pass inspection. Racers must be pre-registered, and all zucchini cars must fit our 6.5-inch-wide track. Wheels, decorations, and wild ideas are strongly encouraged!
This all-ages event is a true crowd favorite, so bring your creativity and your loudest cheering voice. Whether you're racing or spectating, there is plenty to enjoy - free live music all morning long, farm fresh produce, baked goods, handmade gifts, and everything else you love from our incredible local vendors. As always, we are proudly doubling SNAP and FMNP benefits at the market booth.
Bring the whole family for a fun, unforgettable morning of zucchini zooming and community connection. We cannot wait to see what your veggie racers can do!
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Dill with it &mdash; Picklefest is back!
Join us on Saturday, July 25th from 9am to noon at Market Park, 72 Maple St in Ellington for one of our most beloved and zesty market days of the year.
Come find every type of pickled cucumber you can imagine, plus dilly beans, pickled vegetables, pickle accessories and gifts, pickle breads, and all manner of pickle flavored and themed items from our incredible vendors. And if that's not enough to get you to Market Park, wait until you get to LuAnn's pickle cupcakes! Debuted at our very first Picklefest in 2023 and made famous at the Big E, these legendary treats are not to be missed.
But Picklefest is about more than just the food. The Ellington Historical Society will be on hand to share the fascinating &mdash; and frankly scandalous &mdash; story of Ellington's very own bouncing pickle controversy. You'll have to come find out what that's all about.
And keeping the whole morning lively and delightful will be the incredibly talented Free Range Humans, returning to Market Park with their signature bluegrass sound that we absolutely cannot get enough of.
Whether you are a lifelong pickle devotee or just pickle-curious, this is one Saturday morning you do not want to miss.
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Connecticut Boys at Gettysburg Brings History to Life at Nellie McKnight Museum. Step back in time and experience one of the most pivotal moments in American history during Connecticut Boys in the Battle of Gettysburg, a special one-night-only immersive event on Friday, July 31, from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. at the Nellie McKnight Museum, 70 Main Street, presented by the Ellington Historical Society in conjunction with the New England Civil War Museum.
Visitors will discover the stories of Connecticut soldiers who fought at Gettysburg through interactive displays, living history presentations, and engaging storytelling. The evening will also feature live period music, adding an authentic atmosphere to this unique historical experience.
Admission is free, and attendees are asked to bring their own lawn chairs for outdoor seating. Donations are appreciated and will help support future educational programs offered by the Historical Society. 
Refreshments will be available. Whether you are a Civil War enthusiast, history buff, or simply looking for an enjoyable summer evening, this memorable event offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives and sacrifices of Connecticut's Gettysburg soldiers.

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Join us on Saturday, July 18th from 9am to noon at Market Park, 72 Maple St in Ellington for the Ellington Farmers Market's annual Blueberry Festival - one of the most beloved and delicious days of the entire season.
The star of the show is LuAnn's legendary fresh blueberry shortcake - biscuits piled high with fresh blueberries and whipped cream. But the blueberry goodness doesn't stop there. You'll also find locally grown fresh blueberries, blueberry baked goods galore, jams, soaps, drinks, honey, and even blueberry dog treats for your furry family members.
Keeping the morning lively and lovely will be the talented Eastview Drive, bringing their signature sound to Market Park for a morning that is as sweet as the berries themselves.
The Kids Power of Produce Club is happening again this week, free face painting will be on hand for the little ones, and we are proudly doubling SNAP and FMNP benefits at the market booth.
If you love the best blue food that nature has to offer - this is the market for you. Come celebrate the blues that make you happy!
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WHEN: 8/15/26, 9am-2pm, rain or shine! (Gates open at 9am, judging ends at 12pm, parade and awards at 1pm)
WHERE: Tolland County Agricultural Center, on the grass (24 Hyde Ave, Vernon, CT 06066)
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