Gardens by the Sea (June 12 &amp; 13, 10-4 both days) is a self-guided garden tour through the historic Borough of Stonington. Experience the beauty hidden beyond its garden gates and explore waterfront vistas, terraced landscapes, and enchanted pocket gardens, designed in styles ranging from formal to eclectic. "Plein Air" artists will be painting in selected gardens. All gardens are within walking distance, and free parking will be available. In addition, there will be a tented Marketplace on Wadawanuck Square featuring a wide variety of vendors offering garden-inspired items, clothing, jewelry, and home decor. Event is rain or shine; tickets are non-refundable. For tickets (available starting on Feb. 1, 2026), go to www.stoningtongardenclub.org/garden-tour.

Local Event: Gardens by the Sea Garden Tour

New London County

Stonington-Mystic

Connecticut

Gardens by the Sea Garden Tour

Gardens by the Sea (June 12 & 13, 10-4 both days) is a self-guided garden tour through the historic Borough of Stonington....

A spectacular beach race featuring stunning views! The half marathon course runs into the pristine neighborhoods of Watch Hill first before entering Weekapaug and running along the coastline and through the picturesque beach community. The Surftown Half Marathon, presented by Westerly Hospital, is a destination race not to miss, with additional distance options available.
The 2-person relay gives runners a chance to experience part of the awesome Surftown Half course split with a buddy for 5.1 mile and 8 mile legs. Relay participants exchange within walking distance of the pre/post-race area.
The 5K race offers a 3.1 mile beachy run to remember! The flat and fast course travels out-and-back along Winnapaug Pond and the Misquamicut beach community and starts shortly after the 13.1 mile race kicks off.
All participants earn a funky beach-themed finisher medal, a high quality short sleeve technical shirt and a post-race party by the beach with Flanders Fish Market chowder and a complimentary ice-cold beer from Grey Sail Brewing (21+ w/ID only).
TRI-STATE TRIPLE: A great excuse to explore southern New England and keep moving through the fall! Pick and choose the distance of choice from three signature events that provide flexibility to meet new goals. Start in Surftown, then join the premier annual tradition at the Eversource Hartford Marathon, Half Marathon, Charity 5K or Team 26.2 Relay in October, and wrap up in November with the NoHo 5K/Western Mass 10, presented by Trinity Health Of New England Orthopedics. <a href="https://www.hartfordmarathon.com/surftown-half-marathon-relay-5k/?page_id=951" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">DETAILS</a>
NEW in 2026! Join the free <a href="https://organizations.hakuapp.com/membership/25dc8b9b83f1b3a0449f" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">HMF Milestone</a> membership program to get exclusive perks, including custom birthday gift, access to member-only wait lists for sold out events and personalized bibs at select events. Optional HMF Milestone+ enhanced fee-based membership offers all free perks plus choice of specialty member apparel, extra loyalty rewards and one free Mail My Packet service (available at premier events). <a href="https://organizations.hakuapp.com/membership/25dc8b9b83f1b3a0449f" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">DETAILS</a>
<h3>RUN FOR GOOD</h3>
The 2026 Official Charity Program will allow participants to select and support a charity organization and help further the positive impacts of this annual race tradition. Charity applications will be open soon! If you are a charity serving the southern Rhode Island region, this could be an opportunity for your organization.
If you have any questions or to get on the list for information, please contact <a target="_blank" href="mailto:info@hartfordmarathon.com">info@hartfordmarathon.com</a>.

Local Event: Surftown Half Marathon, Relay & 5K presented by Westerly Hospital

Washington County

Westerly

Rhode Island

Surftown Half Marathon, Relay & 5K presented by...

A spectacular beach race featuring stunning views! The half marathon course runs into the pristine neighborhoods of Watch Hill...

Surftown Half Marathon, Relay & 5K presented by Westerly Hospital

Charlestown

Chris Rhatigan 

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Hopkinton

Richmond

Ledyard

Groton

Providence Metropolitan Area

Narragansett-South Kingstown

Exeter

New London

New Shoreham

Rustic-chic private farm venue in scenic Stonington, CT 

Deans Mill Farm 

Built in the mid-1700s as a functioning livestock farm, Deans Mill Farm has gone through an evolution in recent decades. A full renovation of the historic buildings and rejuvenation of the surrounding 70+ acres has made the property into the incredible venue it is today. Deans Mill Farm now operates primarily as a private event space and five-room bed and breakfast tucked down a private road in Stonington, Connecticut. It shares its property with Dragonfly Equestrian Center and is home to dozens of horses. On the property lies meadows, hiking trails, beautiful fields and Dragonfly Disc Golf. The property can be rented for weddings, birthday parties and other special events. Additionally, the bed and breakfast can be rented by the room or reserved in its entirety for complete privacy. The Farm has the ability to host small private indoor events for up to 50 guests in the Farmhouse. Outdoor tented events are our specialty, with numerous locations on-site that are picturesque for your celebration. Outdoor tented celebrations can accommodate up to 250 guests.

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