Frequently Asked

Day of Danbury takes place June 27–28, 2026 on CityCenter Danbury Green in downtown Danbury, CT.

• Saturday, June 27: 11 AM – 9 PM (Festival) + 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM (The Danbury Benefit at our downtown Danbury venue)
• Sunday, June 28: 12 PM – 8 PM (Festival)

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The festival on CityCenter Danbury Green is 100% free admission both days. Come and go as you please.

Food and artisan goods are sold by vendors at each booth. Charity Night at our downtown Danbury venue is a ticketed formal event — tickets start at $30.

Yes. Day of Danbury happens rain or shine. In the event of severe weather, we'll post updates to our Instagram and email newsletter. Sign up for updates to stay in the loop.

Absolutely. The festival has a dedicated Kids & Family Zone with face painting, tattoo gems, kid-made jewelry stations, cultural crafts, and storytelling — all free to enjoy.

Well-behaved leashed dogs are welcome on the festival green. Please clean up after your pet and bring water. Pets are not permitted at Charity Night inside our downtown Danbury venue (service animals excepted).

Free street parking is available in downtown Danbury on Sundays and federal holidays. On-street metered parking is enforced Monday through Saturday from 8 AM to 8 PM at a rate of $0.25 per 10 minutes ($1.50/hour). Main Street metered parking is available directly in front of our downtown Danbury venue.

Best options for Charity Night (Saturday, June 27):

• Keeler Street Lot: Free parking at 23 Keeler Street during the event, a short walk from Main Street.
• Patriot Garage: 21 Delay Street (550 spaces, overlooks CityCenter Danbury Green) — $1.50/hour, 24/7
• Bardo Garage: 10 Library Place (386 spaces) — $1.50/hour, 24/7

Best options for the festival (Saturday + Sunday):

• Sunday (June 28): Free street parking throughout the downtown business district
• Foster Street: Known free parking areas, just a block from the library
• Retail Lots (2 hours free): Often available at Walgreens, Whole Foods, and Home Depot on certain days
• Main Street metered parking: Directly alongside the festival footprint

Parking information sourced from The historic downtown Danbury venue, the Danbury Parking Authority, and CityCenter Danbury.

Yes. ADA-accessible street parking spots are available throughout downtown Danbury. The historic downtown Danbury venue is fully ADA accessible and offers nearby accessible parking for Charity Night attendees.

The Charity Night venue is a historic landmark in downtown Danbury, a short walk from CityCenter Danbury Green. Full address and details will be announced soon.

Formal / Semi-Formal. Think cocktail attire or better. It's a red-carpet evening, and we encourage guests to dress for the occasion.

Doors open at 6:30 PM on Saturday, June 27. The first hour is a relaxed social hour with a red carpet, cocktail bar, and merch — come whenever works for you. Guests find their seats around 7:30 PM, with the program officially starting at 7:45 PM.

Partially. The portion of your ticket above the fair market value of goods and services received (reception, entertainment, documentary screening) is tax-deductible to the extent of the law. Your Zeffy receipt will reflect the deductible amount.

The "Sponsor a Ticket" option — where you pay for a ticket but don't attend — is tax-deductible to the extent of the law, as you receive no direct benefit in return.

Only if seats remain. The historic downtown Danbury venue has 389 seats total, and Charity Night typically sells out in advance. We strongly recommend purchasing in advance.

VIP ($75) includes:

• Premium front-row seating
• 1 complimentary drink ticket
• Exclusive Day of Danbury merch t-shirt (pick up at the VIP desk when you arrive — available in M, L, XL, 2XL)
• Pre-show reception with refreshments
• Full evening program & documentary screening

No — food is sold by independent vendors at each booth. Expect a wide range of cuisines from Danbury's diverse cultural communities, with most meals priced between $8–$18.

Most vendors accept credit/debit cards and mobile payments (Apple Pay, Google Pay, Venmo). A few smaller vendors may be cash-only — we recommend bringing a small amount of cash just in case.

Outside food and sealed water bottles are permitted. Outside alcohol is not permitted on the festival grounds.

Yes — we'll have a dedicated beer garden tucked into the enclosed walkway just off the festival green. Expect a curated selection of beer and wine (no hard liquor), plenty of seating, and cornhole boards for friendly competition.

Guests must be 21+ with valid ID to enter the enclosed section, and licensed security will be on site throughout the event. Alcohol service ends 30 minutes before the festival closes each night.

Yes — Day of Danbury falls during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and we're leaning in. We're partnering with local bars and restaurants across Danbury to screen the games in partner venues throughout the weekend, with cross-promotions between the festival and each watch-party location.

The list of partner venues will be announced closer to the event. Sign up for updates to be first to know.

Yes. Many of our vendors offer vegetarian dishes, and several offer full vegan menus. Look for labels at each booth or ask directly.

Yes. CityCenter Danbury Green is flat and fully wheelchair accessible. The historic downtown Danbury venue is ADA accessible with elevator access and accessible seating available at Charity Night.

Absolutely. Service animals are welcome at all festival activities and Charity Night.

Yes — ADA-accessible portable restrooms are available on the festival grounds, and our downtown Danbury venue has accessible facilities for Charity Night attendees.

We're always looking for help with setup, registration, and festival operations. Get in touch and tell us how you'd like to contribute.

Vendor applications open April 1st. Visit our Vendors page for details on booth types, pricing, and the application process, or contact us directly.

Sponsorship opportunities start at just $250 and range up to $5,000+. Sponsors receive logo placement, social media features, VIP passes, and a tax-deductible 501(c)(3) contribution. Explore tiers on our Sponsors page or contact us.

Day of Danbury is produced by Living Traditions Foundation Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Net proceeds support three local nonprofits: New American Dream Foundation, Center for Empowerment & Education, and Living Traditions Foundation. Meet our team.

All net proceeds from tickets, sponsorships, vendor fees, and merchandise go directly to three local nonprofits strengthening Danbury's communities: NADF (senior meal programs), CEE (crisis intervention & DV services), and LTF (cultural preservation & the arts). Learn more on the Donate page.