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Events and Programs at the Carriage Barn Arts Center
The mission of the New Canaan Society for the Arts, Inc. is to promote the visual and performing arts, and to enrich the community through exhibitions, education, and cultural experiences, and to operate the Carriage Barn Arts Center. Click here for additional information on the center's community offerings
Growing Through Nature and Connection: Integrating Therapy, Play, and Animal Interactions
June 2nd 10:30AM
New Canaan Library
Join SPED*NET and an expert panel of Ridgebury Farm and Stables staff in exploring what happens when we allow real world experiences to guide how children learn, grow, and connect. Panelists will share how therapeutic approaches—such as occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech-language therapy, hippotherapy, and mental health support—can be integrated seamlessly into natural environments to enhance outcomes. This event will be held at New Canaan Library. REGISTER HERE
Rockets and Ice Cream
June 2nd 6-7:30pm
Launch a rocket (or just watch) while you enjoy some tasty ice cream! This is a free event open to the whole family. Come meet the Cub Scout packs and learn about Scouting in New Canaan!
Waveny Park Southern Clearing
Tuesday, June 2nd, 6:00 - 7:30
Register by June 1st at tinyurl.com/ricsreg
Event Contact: info@newcanaanscouts.org. Rain Date: June 3rd
New Canaan Pops in the Park
June 7, 6-8pm
Waveny Park
New Canaan Pops in the Park, featuring the Norwalk Symphony Orchestra, is returning to Waveny Park! This year's concert, "America 250!," will highlight American music and composers. Pack a picnic, bring a blanket, and come enjoy a beautiful evening of music. Tickets are free, but reservations are required. Register here.
NCYFH Fall Season Registration
Closes June 19th
NCYFH Fall Registration is now open for grades 2-4! Join us on the fields for another epic season of fun and skill development. Registration is open until June 19th, and the registration fee includes the game jersey. Sign up now to secure your favorite jersey number!
Grade 2 practices Monday evenings 5:30-6:30pm and Grades 3-4 practice Monday evenings 5:30-6:30pm and Saturday mornings 9:00-10:00am.
New Canaan Youth Football Summer Camp & Registration
Registration Open
Summer Camp: June 22nd-24th
NCYF registration is open! We’re looking forward to another great season of teamwork, skill-building, and fun on the field. Whether you’re returning for another season or joining us for the first time, we encourage all interested players to register as soon as registration opens. Early registration helps us plan teams, coaches, and practice schedules.
$100 off of registration if you register before June 1st!
Who Can Register: All youth players interested in joining the upcoming modified flag football or tackle football season
More details about registration, schedules, and season dates will be shared soon. Please keep an eye on your email and our league communications.
We can’t wait to see everyone back on the field.
New Canaan 4th of July Fireworks
July 4, 5pm
Rain Date: July 5 or 11
Waveny Park
New Canaan 250th Celebration
Important Updates for the 4th of July Fireworks
The New Canaan 4th of July Fireworks Committee is excited to celebrate this special year with the community as part of New Canaan’s 250th anniversary festivities!
As families begin making plans for the holiday, we want to share a few important updates for this year’s fireworks event. Please note the scheduled rain dates are July 5 and July 11.
Updated Fireworks Layout
This year, the fireworks launch platform has been moved farther away from Lapham Road. The new setup is designed to improve traffic flow and make exiting Waveny Park faster and more efficient, allowing vehicles to leave via Lapham Road in either direction.
An updated event map is also available, including suggested viewing areas and optimal blanket placement for families planning their evening.
Parking Information & Town Alerts
Last year, parking at Waveny Park reached capacity by approximately 6:30 PM. Because this year’s event is expected to draw even larger crowds for the 250th celebration, parking may fill earlier.
Families are encouraged to register for the Town alert system through newcanaan.info. Alerts will notify attendees when parking areas are full so visitors can proceed directly to alternate parking locations instead of being turned away at the gate.
New Sensory Care Zone
A new Sensory Care Zone will be available this year on the New Canaan High School soccer fields. This area is intended for anyone who would enjoy viewing the fireworks in a quieter, less overwhelming setting.
We hope this space will be especially helpful for individuals with sensory sensitivities, members of the Staying Put community, and families looking for a more comfortable viewing experience.
Passes & Additional Information
Information about fireworks passes, parking, event updates, and more can all be found on the Town’s 4th of July Fireworks page at newcanaan.info under the Community tab.
We look forward to celebrating together and making this year’s 250th celebration a memorable event for the entire community!
Ben Young All-Sports Camp
Various Weeks in June & July
Camp Overview: The Ben Young All-Sports Camp is entering its 12th year, and there will be four separate, one week, 9 AM-12 PM sessions at New Canaan High School between 6/22-6/26, 6/29-7/3, 7/6-7/10, and 7/13-7/17. This camp is designed for students in (rising) grades K-8, but they do welcome all children turning five this calendar year, and the program strives to get children active in an inclusionary and positive environment where they can take part in fun sports and games. Activities vary from basketball, soccer, tennis, and baseball, to capture the flag, four-square, cornhole, relays, etc., and there are some water activities too. (Over twenty different sports/games will be played each week!) Also, this camp features an incredible crew of certified teachers and high school/college counselors that are all highly charismatic, mature, nurturing, and responsible, and they each genuinely enjoy being with children. (There are 4 certified teachers and over 100 students on staff!)
Background: Ben grew up in New Canaan, going through the public school system here, and graduated from Bucknell University, where he was a 2-year Co-Captain of their Division I tennis team. This is now Ben’s 18th year at Saxe, and he absolutely loves being a 7th grade language arts teacher and a member/advisor of numerous clubs and committees. Additionally, Ben is the proud Head Coach of the recent State Champion Boys Varsity Tennis Team.
Registration is open, but please contact ben.young@ncps-k12.org if you have additional questions!
Try Anyway Creative Writing Summer Camps (Grades 1-7)
Various weeks in July & August
Calling all creative kids in Grades 1-7!
Join award-winning filmmaker and comedy writer Claire Ayoub (Empire Waist, Amy Poehler's Smart Girls) for a series of week-long summer camps in Creative Writing, Screenwriting, and Directing.
Capped at 10 students per camp, Claire’s programming is designed give students hands-on creative experience and develop tools to navigate perfectionism and self-doubt. She encourages her students to take big creative swings, support each other by sharing their works in progress, and—when perfectionism comes calling—try anyway.
Camps meet on Mondays-Fridays from July 13th-August 21st at the New Canaan Racquet Club (45 Grove St)
Grades 1-3 meet in the morning (10-11:30 AM) and Grades 4-7 meet in the afternoons (2-3:30 PM).
Learn more and register at: claireayoub.com/workshop
Questions? Email Claire at tryanywayproductions@gmail.com
Booster Club Basketball Camp
Various weeks in June & July
Coach Melzer, Coach T, and the members of the New Canaan High School Boys Basketball Team are excited to welcome you to NC Hoops Camp this summer! Join us for a great opportunity to learn the game, develop your skills, compete, and have a lot of fun along the way.
We are offering four separate camp sessions, open to all incoming 3rd–9th graders, with campers grouped by age and skill level. We look forward to seeing you on the court this summer!
Registration here.
Artistic Swimming Summer Camp
Various weeks in July & August
Get ready to have a great time in the pool this summer while experiencing the captivating world of artistic swimming! New Canaan Aquianas is pleased to offer three two‑week camp sessions this summer to introduce young swimmers to this beautiful and fun sport:
Session 1: July 6–17, Monday–Friday, 12:00–2:30 PM
Session 2: July 20–31, Monday–Friday, 12:00–2:30 PM
Session 3: August 3–14, Monday–Friday, 12:00–2:30 PM
All sessions will be held at the Wilton YMCA (404 Danbury Rd, Wilton, CT 06897), and the cost is $800 per session. Register here.
- Friday, June 5
- Saturday, June 6
- Tuesday, June 9
- Friday, June 19
Join the PTC
Join the PTC and get instant access to the student directory for the 2025-2026 school year! The annual membership fee of $30 helps to fund new and existing programs that enrich the educational experience of all East students. Click HERE to join!
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