Old Lyme's Midsummer Festival celebrates the town's artistic heritage with two days of festivities!

Join us Friday night for an outdoor concert and dancing, or take part in Saturday's town-wide activities, which may include art exhibitions and sales, food trucks, musical performances, nonprofit organization fairs, artisan fairs, book signings, talks, and sales, and hands-on kids' activities. Old Lyme's Midsummer Festival is produced by the Old Lyme Arts District.

Schedule of Events

9:00 am - 3:00 pm:

Midsummer Festival 2025 at Florence Griswold Museum 96 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT
Old Lyme's celebration of art, music, food, and family fun is back!

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

SHOP EVENT: Midsummer Super Sale in the Landscape Center at Florence Griswold Museum 96 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT
Enjoy shopping our annual super sale for deep discounts on unique merchandise!

9:00 am - 5:00 pm:

MIDSUMMER FESTIVAL OPEN HOUSE at Florence Griswold Museum 96 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT
Be our guests for the historic house and current exhibitions on this Midsummer Festival Saturday!

Parading Paws Dog Show

Sit. Stay. Enjoy. Every dog walks away a winner at the Parading Paws Dog Show!
Prizes are awarded based on each dog's most distinguished characteristics, such as Best Smile, Biggest Paws, and Longest Tail. Special award categories include Best Trick and Best Costume. Free registration 10–10:30am. Judging begins at 10:45am.