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Windsor CT Main Street Program
Phone: 860-247-8982


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Windsor Center News

Windsor Center News
There's always a lot going on in Windsor center. Take a look at these highlights! We're also planning our annual Halloween event, Nightmare on Broad Street. If you're interested in participating or sponsoring Nightmare on Broad Street, click here

Grand Opening @ Windsor Worx


Grand Opening @ Windsor Worx


Celebrate the official opening of our new location in Windsor on September 20th from 4 - 7 pm! This is a FREE EVENT with music and giveaway prizes from local businesses. Open to anyone looking to connect and celebrate the growth of the Windsor community

RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/windsor-worx-grand-opening-tickets-707993346157


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Farmers Market


Farmers Market


The 2024 Farmers Market takes place each Thursday June 20, 2024 through October 17, 2024 from 3:00 – 6:00 PM at 240 Broad Street in Windsor Center.

This well-attended local marketplace in Windsor Center includes locally grown fruits, vegetables, baked goods, herbs, eggs, cheese, skincare products, honey, books and more, along with live music!


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Windsor Freedom Trail Walking Tour


Windsor Freedom Trail Walking Tour


Annual Windsor Freedom Trail Walking Tour, presented by the Windsor Freedom Trail Committee - Saturday, September 23, 2023, from 7:00a.m. -10:30a.m.– starting point: Archer Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, 320 Hayden Station Road, Windsor.

Walk along this 3.9 mile route with your friends and family as you learn about the rich history of the Windsor Freedom Trail by visiting sites that are associated with African American heritage and movement towards freedom. (A bus will follow the walkers if rest is needed).


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Community Tag Sale


Community Tag Sale


The Windsor Lions are holding their third annual Community Tag Sale on the Windsor Town Green from 8:00am-2:00pm. You keep all proceeds from your sales. All proceeds from site rentals will go to Camp Rising Sun. A place where "kids with cancer have fun."

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Mythology Project


Mythology Project


Can you feel the excitement? The Windsor Art Center's fourth installment of "The Mythology Project" is getting closer! Come immerse yourself in the myths and legends of Ireland with a new short play inspired by Celtic mythology, created by a team of local actors, writers, and artists.

Performances will be held Thursday 9/28 through Sunday 9/30. Visit our website to learn more about "The Mythology Project" and to reserve your tickets Or use this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-mythology-project-tickets-698478507017


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Northwest Park Country Fair


Northwest Park Country Fair


Get ready to experience a day filled with fun, food, and festivities on September 30 from 10 am to 5pm, with a tractor parade starting at the Police Dept on Addison road at 9:30 am.

This annual event, held in the beautiful Northwest Park in Windsor, CT and hosted by The Friends of Northwest Park, is one of the largest community celebrations of the year, with all proceeds going supporting the Park and its programs.

The year’s Fair will feature a wide range of activities for all ages, including, games, music, competition, exhibitions and much more. Planning is still going on for the Fair, so we invite all vendors, sponsors, and volunteers to join us for this exciting event. Vendors can display their unique products and services, and sponsors can help us create a memorable experience for all attendees. We also welcome volunteers to help manage and operate the Fair. We expect to begin announcing fair details by early May.


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CT Main Street Spotlight on Windsor


CT Main Street Spotlight on Windsor


Connecticut Main Street put Windsor in the spotlight on September 14th. Windsor center was presented to a group over 70 business and municipal leaders from across the state who recognize our growth and entrepreneurial ecosystem. They enjoyed a tour Windsor, heard about the projects in process in the center, viewed our open spaces and visited our Farmers Market. We gave them good reason and incentives to come back, bring others, and to consider investing in our center.

Thanks to all who sponsored!

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Heritage Brick Installation


Heritage Brick Installation


Join us for the Heritage Brick Installation Ceremony on Saturday, October 14 at 10:00 am. The ceremony will take place at the brick patio, directly across from the Broad Street CVS in Windsor Center. Heritage bricks are a special way for you to celebrate, honor or memorialize those you love. Order bricks today.

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Upcoming Events

4/5-5/4
Save Geissler's Receipts for WEF
4/27
Race to the Weekend Wheels 5K Run & Walk
4/28
Gentle Yoga for Stress Management
4/30
Hydroponics for Homeowners
5/5
Open Art Classroom
5/7
LPGA Golf 101 - Outdoor Lessons for Ladies
5/9
Sugar Scrubs & Self-Care
5/11
WAC Open Studios
5/11
Windsor Garden Mart Spring Garden Mart
5/11
Walking with the World Opening Reception


Mission Statement
The mission of First Town Downtown is to position and promote Windsor Center as a premier New England town center that protects and utilizes its proud heritage as the basis for developing vibrant recreational, economic and cultural activity.

Become a member of First Town Downtown and be a part of the growth of Windsor's downtown area and Windsor as a whole! Join or Renew your membership in First Town Downtown, Windsor's Main Street program.

  • Address:161 Broad St, Windsor, CT

  • Phone: 860-247-8982

  • Email: info@ftdt.org