Summer is (un)officially here and we’re ready to dive into fun! The Stamford Moms 2026 Summer Fun Guide is PACKED with things to do with your family all season long! Check out our list below for ways to get out on the Long Island Sound, ice cream spots, beaches, outdoor dining and SO MUCH MORE!
Happy Summer!
Check out the IC!
Looking for a summer filled with fun activities, fitness, and unforgettable memories? At the IC, we have everything you and your family need to make the most of the season (including a new splash pad!)… all in one place. Schedule your tour today!
Head to the Beach!
Click for Stamford Beach Info!
Cove Island, Cummings and West Beach:
- Open on weekends starting Memorial Day Weekend
- Open seven days a week starting Monday, June 23 – Monday, September 7.
- Lifeguard Hours: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Quigley Beach:
- No Lifeguards on Duty
Tram at Cove Island:
- Open on weekends starting Memorial Day Weekend
- Open seven days a week beginning June 23 through Monday, September 7
- Tram Hours: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Note: Parking permits are required at Stamford beaches, May 1 – September 30. Click here for details on how to get a permit!
Play in the sandbox at the Harbor Point Boardwalk! No beach permit needed!
Click for Dorothy Heroy Pool Info
- Open weekends starting Saturday, June 20 through Sunday, August 9.
- Hours: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Open weekdays starting Monday, June 21 through Friday, August 7.
- Hours: 3:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Note: Parking permit required at Dorothy Heroy Pool, May 1 – September 30.
Splash Around!
Click for Splash Pad Info
Open 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily, weather permitting. The splash pad closes in the event of rain, thunderstorms, etc.
Chelsea Piers Splash Zone (indoor)
Indoors at Chelsea Piers, click here for the drop-in schedule.
Triangle Park Splash Pad
Open 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. daily, weather permitting
Click here for even more fun ways to cool off this summer!
Book a Charter or Join a Boat Club!
Click here for a list of options!
Fairfield County Boat Charters
Captain Marco Sailboat Charter
Carefree Boat Club of Southern CT
Charter My Sea Ray
Fish Hunter Charters
Freedom Boat Club
Pelagic Beast
Take an afternoon or sunset Schooner Sail with SoundWaters!
Sunset Sails
Wednesday – Sundays
Bring your dinner and your favorite beverage and relax while watching the sun dip below the horizon. Price $55/person. All passengers must be at least 5 years old and accompanied by an adult.
Afternoon Sails
Saturdays and Sundays
Enjoy a brilliant afternoon sail on Long Island Sound. Price is $40 for adults and $20 for children (ages 5-12). All passengers must be at least 5 years old and accompanied by an adult.
Click for a List of Stamford Ice Cream Shops!
Carvel: 1060 Long Ridge Road & 1980 West Main Street
Dairy Queen: 885 Summer Street
Elm Street Diner: 463 Elm Street (milkshakes!)
Gofer Ice Cream: 869 High Ridge Road & 2367 Summer Street
Longford’s Ice Cream Stamford: 597 Newfield Avenue
Longford’s Ice Cream Factory Outlet: 425 Fairfield Avenue
Milk N Cookies: 163 Bedford Street
MilkShake Factory Stamford: 1109 High Ridge Road
Scoops and Smiles: 926 Hope Street
Sunny Daes Ice Cream: 633 Shippan Avenue
TropiGlace: 864 Cove Road
Visit Designs by Lee!
Take a look at their selection of trees, shrubs, annuals and perennials seven days a week, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Be sure to bring the kids to visit the goats!
Be sure to keep an eye out for fun events for both adults and families all summer long. Click here to scroll through the events planned!
Visit Farm Animals!
Mondays, 10:30 a.m.
June 29 – July 27
Outdoor Family Storytime at Latham Park
Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
Through August 25
Click for a List of Outdoor Summer Music!
Tuesdays at Ferguson Library Plaza, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
May 26: Laura Budzelek
June 2: Tim Brown
June 16: Jennie Woltz
June 23: Ria lpa
June 30: Jessi Rose
Tuesdays at Bedford Street Plaza, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
June 9: Jason Brownstein and Cliff Krueter
June 16: Oldschool203
June 30: Zap and Co Acoustic Duo
Thursdays at Columbus Park, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
June 4: The Tres Hittas
June 18: Gab Kallay & Band
June 25: Dale Allen Acoustic Duo with Ray Simonelli
Thursdays at Kiwanis Park, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
May 28: PDA – Pete & Diana Acoustic
June 11: Vicky Dussich
Stamford Hip Hop Fest
Friday, May 29, 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Rooftop of the Whittingham Discovery Center at Mill River Park
Jazz Series
Wednesday, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Triangle Park near Bateman Way
June 3 – June 24
Music in the Park
Wednesdays, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Commons Park near the water fountain (Harbor Point)
July 8 – August 12
Stay Cool at Stamford Town Center!
Stop in so the kids can play at Angel Land, VOLTA Soccer Training Center, Kiddo Land, the arcade or play area on level 7!
Enjoy some adult time by playing a game of pickleball at PickleBall America, getting in some laughs at New York Comedy Club or grabbing a bite at one of the great eateries in Restaurant Plaza!
Join us for Summer Fun Thursdays on Thursdays at 3 p.m. July 9 – August 13 for fun performances in Grand Court for the whole family!
Head to Grand Court (level 3) on the first Saturday of the month at 2 p.m. to watch a family movie! Saturday, June 6, Wonka, Saturday, July 4, The Wild Robot, Saturday, August 1, How to Train Your Dragon!
Play Indoors to Beat the Heat or Get Out of the Rain!
Head to the Playground!
Visit a Farmer’s Market
Find Summer Excitement at Chelsea Piers!
Prepare for an unforgettable summer experience at Chelsea Piers, where endless excitement awaits!
Delight in an array of thrilling activities that will ignite the spark of adventure in your little ones with action-packed Summer Camps and dynamic Sports Drop-Ins.
Push your limits in the luxury Fitness Club, with cutting-edge equipment, 100+ group fitness classes, a steam room, a sauna, and much more.
Workout Outdoors!
Click here for a list of outdoor workout options!
A list of stroller friendly walking areas is available here!
5 great trails for a family hike available here!
Click here for a list of where to catch an outdoor movie!
Movie starts promptly at 8 p.m. Bring your blankets, chairs, family, and friends for a community movie night experience.
June 12: ET
June 26: Spy Kids
July 3: Jaws
July 10: Hoppers
August 7: Star Wars Rogue One
August 14: GOAT
Commons Park (in Harbor Point), movie begins at dusk, 8:30 p.m.
July 8 – August 12
Bring a picnic and blanket/chairs and sit on the lawn
Enjoy Outdoor Dining!
Click here for a list of restaurants in Stamford with Waterfront Dining!
Outdoor Dining & Reservations Strongly Suggested
The Wheel at the Village, 4 Star Point
Boat Slips
The Beer Garden at Shippan Landing, 290 Harbor Drive
Outdoors
The FREE Water Taxi is back this summer! Click here for details.
Click here for a list of restaurants in Stamford with Rooftop Dining!
The Wheel at the Village, 4 Star Point
Sign of the Whale, 6 Harbor Point Road
Click here for a list of restaurants with patios we love!
Bareburger, 21 Harbor Point Road
Brennan’s by the Beach, 82 Iroquois Road
DIG, 43 High Ridge Road
Farmhouse at the Crossroads, 2635 Long Ridge Road
The Royal Green, 1349 Newfield Avenue
The Stillery, 1349 Newfield Avenue
Table 104, 299 Long Ridge Road
Many restaurants in Stamford Downtown are now offering extended outdoor dining for the summer! Click here for a list of restaurants! Some of the outdoor dining options we love are Lucky’s, Capriccio, Divina, Lorca, Columbus Park Trattoria, Kouzina Greek Taverna, Bartaco and Puerto Vallarta!
Dine at a Food Truck!
Click here for a list of Food Truck Festivals!
Head to Fed Truck for some great outdoor dining for the whole family!
Open Tuesday – Saturday, 11:30 a.m. – 8 p.m. (unless closed for a private event) at 1051 Long Ridge Road!
With picnic tables and a small indoor seating area, it’s low key with a great atmosphere and the food is delicious!