Musicals at Richter, the longest running outdoor theater in Connecticut, opens the summer with 1776. Music and lyrics by Sherman Edwards and a book by Peter Stone,  the Tony Award-winning musical 1776 is set in the summer of 1776, when the nation stands on the brink of declaring independence, but only if the founders can overcome their differences and unite.

The action follows John Adams of Massachusetts, Benjamin Franklin of Pennsylvania and Thomas Jefferson of Virginia as they strive to convince the members of the Second Continental Congress to vote for independence from British rule by signing the Declaration of Independence. 

1776 is a funny, insightful and compelling musical drama with a striking score and legendary book.

Declaring Independence. Co-sponsored by the Danbury Museum and the Danbury Commission on Aging.

Continues Friday June 12th - 3:00 PM

Danbury Museum & Historical Society, 43 Main St, Danbury, CT 06810, USA (Huntington Hall)

Next July 10 Graceland Paul Simon Tribute @ 7:00 pm

CityCenter Danbury Green
Opening Night of the Summer Concert Series
FREE Admission
Parking: Available at Patriot Garage

Grab your friends, bring your chairs, and get ready to sing your heart out as we launch another unforgettable summer in Downtown Danbury!

Right on Main Street in front of the Music Centre 256 Main at Library Place

Featured Food Trucks Include:

• Dish It Right Here, 

• Twins BBQ, 

• El Taco Loco, 

• The Coop, 

• Arny’s Empanada’s & More, 

• Greek Style Grill, 

• Nomad Bites, 

• Brazilian BBQ Boys   

• Cousins Maine Lobster

Live Music Entertainment By:

Enjoy live performances from talented local artists including

• Don Lowe, 

• Scott Peratti, 

• Johnny Chapman, 

• Jade, Liz Azud

• Red Dirt Girls

Make it your new Wednesday tradition, grab your coworkers, meet up with friends, and come hungry!

June at the Palace includes

Film Premiere & Red Carpet Event

Saturday, June 20⋅7:30

Danbury is a gripping new true-crime short film based on one of the most shocking crimes in the city’s history.

This film premiere takes place just blocks from where it all happened, bringing the story back to its original setting. For many, it’s more than a film—it’s a piece of Danbury history.

7:30 PM screening • Doors 6:30 PM • Running time: 35 minutes

This film is not rated. Recommended for mature audiences.

The Palace Danbury is located at 165 Main Street and there is parking behind the theater.

As part of the exciting revitalization happening along Main Street, a new landscape plan is underway that includes the planting of beautiful new trees throughout our downtown. We are inviting community members, families, and businesses to take part in this project by naming one or more of these trees through a sponsorship.

Each sponsorship is $500, and the funds raised will be used directly for additional lighting, new benches, and other improvements that will enhance the beauty, safety, and vibrancy of our Main Street. Every sponsored tree will feature a plaque at its location with a personalized inscription of your choosing. This can be a dedication to someone special, a memorial, your company name, an old Danbury family name—the sky is truly the limit.

Tree naming also makes a meaningful gift for birthdays, holidays, anniversaries, employee recognition, or simply to honor someone who loves our city. If you sponsor a tree as a gift, we will provide a certificate that you can present to the recipient. The number of trees available for naming is limited, so we encourage you to reserve yours as soon as possible.

Checks may be made payable to City Center Danbury (it is a 501C3) and mailed to: Jan Maria Jagush.

The image above is a potential view of how a memorial sign might look. This example is on the WCSU midtown campus.

Be downtown to listen to the first Carallon built in America. A different World renown artist each week.

July 1st - Amy Heebner

The United States is commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the founding of the country. It is an opportunity for reflection on the ideals of the founders of the nation, and also a time to consider the how we continue our realization of those ideals today.

Join in with some of the thousands of events happening in Danbury and throughout Connecticut and the nation.

Fireworks for free at the Candlewood Town Park with live music too

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026

• Time: 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM (Fireworks typically begin at dusk, usually after 9:00 PM)

• Location: Candlewood Town Park, 36 E Hayestown Rd, Danbury, CT

• Cost: Free to attend

What to Expect

• Live Entertainment: The band Junk will be performing live.

• Food & Vendors: Concession stands and over 50 vendors will be on-site.

• Radio Simulcast: WLAD will broadcast event updates and a soundtrack for the show beginning at 7:00 PM.

• Important Rules: Attendees are encouraged to arrive early as parking is limited. Note that alcohol and grills are strictly prohibited.

Don’t see the event that brought you here?

Click over the the Calendar for so many more Happenings in Danbury