Seasonal & Holidays
Hello, Spring! 8 Things To Do Around New Milford
From a brand partner: A fresh season brings new reasons to get outside and discover what our community has to offer.
Spring is here — and it’s the perfect time to get out, explore and reconnect with your community. Across New Milford, seasonal events, outdoor spots and local favorites offer plenty of ways to enjoy the energy of a new season.
To help you get started, we’ve rounded up some great ways to make the most of spring around New Milford. Before heading out, check with each location directly for current hours, availability and any ticketing or reservation details.
1. Harrybrooke Park
📍 100 Still River Dr, New Milford, CT 06776
Walk the paved paths at Harrybrooke Park if you want to get outside without dealing with "mud season" trail conditions. It’s a flat loop that takes you past a scenic waterfall and through open fields, perfect for a quick, low-effort break.
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🔗 More info: harrybrookepark.org
2. Honeybee Books & Tea
📍 27 Main Street, New Milford, CT 06776
Settle into a reimagined bookstore that feels like a cozy living room, filled with vinyl records and artisanal gifts, including honey and organic snacks. Grab a bespoke tea or coffee and claim a couch to enjoy quiet, creative downtime.
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🔗 More info: hbbooks.org
3. Silo at Hunt Hill Farm
📍 44 Upland Road, New Milford, CT, 06776
Stop by the Silo at Hunt Hill Farm, a beautiful historic spot that blends New England charm with a love for great food. Sign up for a hands-on cooking class or wander through their indoor winter farmer’s market to find some local goods.
🔗 More info: thesilo.org
4. Lover's Leap State Park
📍 178 Still River Drive, New Milford, CT 06776
Spend an afternoon exploring this 160-acre park, which features river gorge views, historic industrial ruins, and the 1895 Berlin Iron Bridge. This signature structure, one of only four remaining iron lenticular truss bridges in Connecticut, rises 100 feet above the river gorge.
🔗 More info: ctparks.com/parks/lovers-leap-state-park
5. Bank Street Theater
📍 46 Bank St., New Milford, CT 06776
Grab a seat and catch a flick at the Bank Street Theater, a local landmark that’s been around for over 100 years. It’s the perfect spot to catch a movie in a cozy, Art Deco setting that feels way more special than your average multiplex.
🔗 More info: bankstreettheater.com
6. New Milford Town Green
📍 25 Main St., New Milford, CT 06776
Explore this three-block green, a community hub lined with local shops and cafes that keep downtown buzzing. Discover landmarks like the 1891 bandstand and a vintage 1940s Stuart Army tank while soaking in the town's energy. It’s a favorite for everyone from history buffs to weekend strollers seeking the perfect place to grab a coffee and people-watch.
🔗 More info: newmilfordct.myrec.com/info/
7. Henry David Thoreau Footbridge at Hidden Valley Preserve
📍 120 Bee Brook Rd, Washington Depot, CT 06794
Cross the Thoreau Bridge, a 134-foot timber suspension bridge that sweeps over the Shepaug River. You can read quotes from Henry David Thoreau etched into the handrails and benches, making it a quiet, thoughtful spot to take in the river views.
🔗 More info: steeprockassoc.org/preserve/hidden-valley-preserve
8. Village Center for the Arts
📍 12 Main St., New Milford, CT 06776
Roll up your sleeves and get creative at this community gem, where you can join a pottery class or hang out during an open studio session. It’s the perfect place to trade screen time for "clay time" in a space focused on good vibes and local art.
🔗 More info: villagecenterarts.org
Here’s to getting outside, exploring local spots and making the most of the season around New Milford!
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