The Ultimate Connecticut Summer Bucket List

There’s something about a Connecticut summer that feels straight out of a novel—crisp linen shirts drying in the sun, the hum of cicadas in the trees, and small towns coming alive with farmers’ markets, festivals, and fireflies. From Branford to Stonington, we’ve scouted the experiences that define the season. Whether you’re chasing a quiet moment on a secluded beach or the cheer of a clam shack lunch, this list is your invitation to live summer to the fullest.

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TRAVEL

Spend the Night at Greens Ledge Lighthouse: A Coastal Connecticut Experience Like No Other
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Best Lobster Rolls on the
Connecticut Shoreline
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10 Stunning Day Hikes in Connecticut
You’ll Want to Do This Weekend
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You know how happy you feel being next to the Long Island Sound? Well, our grapes feel the same way. And happy grapes make a brilliant wine experience. Explore this corner of Connecticut through the Shoreline Wine Trail.

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