Candlewood Lake · Connecticut
20 upcoming events · Updated Nov 5, 2026 · Scored for quality and distance from the lake
Sat Nov 14 · 8:00PM · Ridgefield Playhouse
Multi-GRAMMY and Oscar-winning singer John Legend headlines the Ridgefield Playhouse's annual Fall Gala, one of the marquee ticketed events of the venue's season.
Wed Nov 18 · 7:30PM · Ridgefield Playhouse
Academy Award nominee John C. Reilly brings his eccentric lounge-singer alter ego "Mister Romantic" to the Ridgefield Playhouse stage for a one-of-a-kind comedic cabaret.
Sat Nov 21 · 8:00PM · Ridgefield Playhouse
Lou Gramm, the original lead singer of Foreigner and voice behind hits like "I Want to Know What Love Is" and "Cold as Ice," brings his powerhouse rock vocals to Ridgefield.
Sun Nov 22 · 7:30PM · Ridgefield Playhouse
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Rufus Wainwright, celebrated for his ornate, operatic pop songcraft across a three-decade career, performs at the Ridgefield Playhouse.
Sat Nov 21 · 10:00AM · The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum
The Aldrich opens its doors for free as part of its Third Saturdays program, with family story time and an all-ages discovery tour of The Aldrich Decennial exhibition.
Sun Nov 22 · 12:00PM–1:00PM · Lounsbury House
Ridgefield First Selectman Rudy Marconi joins 068 Magazine for the whimsical 4th Annual Turkey Pardon, a beloved pre-Thanksgiving community tradition at Lounsbury House.
Sun Nov 22 · ~3:00PM · Jesse Lee Church
The Ridgefield Chorale joins the town's annual Thanksgiving Interfaith service, a community tradition bringing together different faith congregations.
Sat Nov 28 · 8:00PM · Ridgefield Playhouse
The world-renowned Irish Tenors join the Ridgefield Symphony Orchestra for an evening of Irish classics and beloved standards.
Sun Nov 29 · 7:30PM · Ridgefield Playhouse
Folk legend Judy Collins, celebrated for "Both Sides Now" and "Send in the Clowns" across a six-decade career, brings her farewell tour to Ridgefield, with a second show added due to popular demand.
Fri Nov 27 · 6:00PM · In front of Town Hall, Main Street
Ridgefield's special guests light up Main Street and Town Hall for the town's annual holiday tree lighting celebration, kicking off the season for the whole family.
Fri Dec 4 – Sat Dec 5 · See website · Downtown Ridgefield
The Ridgefield Chamber's Holiday Stroll fills downtown with musical performances, strolling carolers, a Keeler Tavern Museum open house, Santa & Mrs. Claus at Lounsbury House, and Nutcracker ensemble previews.
Tue Dec 1 · 7:30PM · Ridgefield Playhouse
The beloved touring ensemble Christmas With The Celts brings a festive blend of Celtic music and holiday favorites to Ridgefield, with a second show added the following night due to demand.
Wed Dec 2 · 7:30PM · Ridgefield Playhouse
A second performance of Christmas With The Celts was added at the Ridgefield Playhouse due to popular demand.
Fri Dec 4 · 8:00PM · Ridgefield Playhouse
Acclaimed husband-and-wife duo JOHNNYSWIM bring their soulful, harmony-rich sound to a festive holiday show at the Ridgefield Playhouse.
Sat Dec 5 · 7:30PM · Ridgefield Playhouse
Acclaimed roots-Americana trio The Wood Brothers, known for their soulful blend of blues, folk, and jazz, bring their celebrated live show to Ridgefield.
Sat Dec 5 · 9:00AM Circle of Trees / 4:30PM Tree Lighting · Overlook Park & Main Ave
Ridgefield's Hometown Celebration features the Circle of Trees decorating contest, live performances on the Main Stage, hot cocoa, and the town's annual holiday tree lighting at Overlook Park.
Sun Dec 6 · 4:00PM · Ridgefield Playhouse
The Ridgefield Chorale, celebrating its 50th anniversary, presents contemporary songs of the season in a casual, charming Holiday Pops Concert for all ages, with a children's cookie-decorating event beforehand.
Mon Nov 30 · 7:30PM · Ridgefield Playhouse
A second performance of Judy Collins' farewell tour was added at the Ridgefield Playhouse due to popular demand for her final area shows.
Mon Dec 7 · 7:30PM · Ridgefield Playhouse
GRAMMY-winning string band Old Crow Medicine Show, celebrated for "Wagon Wheel" and decades of high-energy Americana, brings a festive Holiday Hootenanny to Ridgefield.
Fri Dec 11 · 6:30PM · Ridgefield Playhouse
The Ridgefield Conservatory of Dance opens its annual production of The Nutcracker, a cherished local holiday tradition for families.