From Mr. Barnum:
Three days of free family fun make for one unforgettable Barnum Festival finale. Get ready for the Barnum Festival’s final weekend, wrapping up its 2026 season with three signature events across Bridgeport. From fireworks over Long Island Sound to free health screenings and one of Connecticut’s most beloved parades, there’s something for everyone to enjoy June 26-28.
The weekend lineup includes Barnum Skyblast Fireworks on Friday, the Community Health Fair on Saturday, and the Great Street Parade on Sunday, giving families three opportunities to come together and celebrate community, tradition, and the start of summer.
June 26 | Barnum Skyblast Fireworks: FREE FAMILY FUN. The beloved Barnum Skyblast Fireworks return to Seaside Park in Bridgeport for an evening with Food Trucks at 6pm, live entertainment at 7pm, and a spectacular fireworks display over Long Island Sound at dusk.
June 27 | Community Health Fair: FREE FAMILY FUN. Healthcare providers from across the Greater Bridgeport area will come together for the Community Health Fair, offering free screenings, wellness resources, and family programming, sponsored by Hartford Healthcare. The event will be held at Central High School from 11am -2pm. Additional details online.
June 28 | The Great Street Parade: FREE FAMILY FUN. The Barnum Festival concludes with its signature event, The Great Street Parade, a cherished tradition featuring marching bands, floats, performers, community organizations, and local leaders. The parade kicks off at 11:00am with a new route starting at North @ Clinton @ Brooklawn Avenue; traveling down North to Park Avenue, then right onto Capitol Avenue; ending at Lincoln Boulevard.
For more information about this year’s Barnum Festival, visit barnumfestival.org.
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About the Barnum Festival: The annual Barnum Festival is a seasonal celebration of the Greater Bridgeport Area and surrounding communities. Dating back to 1948, the Festival was established to support local businesses and honor P.T. Barnum. Today, the Barnum Festival spans several weeks of events designed to strengthen community spirit, support local charitable initiatives, enrich the lives of area residents, and provide scholarship opportunities for students throughout the region.
