SMart FEST

SMart FEST smART FEST features unique arts and crafts, raising funds for Wreaths Across America. The fund-raiser started small, as a project by Eagle Scout, Mark Hally.

The annual fall show takes place on the grounds of the Branford, Connecticut Town Hall Green. smART Fest is the main fund-raiser for Wreaths Across America (Branford Cemeteries). With the encouragement and hands on help of his parents, Mary and Matt Hally, it has become a juried, amazing market of talented Connecticut artisans. The booth fees paid by the artisans are donated 100% to Wreaths Across

America! Mark is now a firefighter for the city of Torrington, but he remains committed to this cause for his home town. Come visit one of Connecticut's premier artisan markets every year on the last Saturday of September!

Now that we are taking a deep breath with the new knowledge that smART FEST will be on hiatus until September of 2027, w...
02/22/2026

Now that we are taking a deep breath with the new knowledge that smART FEST will be on hiatus until September of 2027, we are very grateful to announce that Kim Mucha of Crafters Care, is generously making Wreaths Across America - Branford Cemeteries, the designated beneficiary of donations at their June event at Rose Orchards in North Branford!

Please be sure to spread the word!

It is with great frustration and sadness, that we are unable to plan smART FEST, once again, on the Branford Green. Due...
02/22/2026

It is with great frustration and sadness, that we are unable to plan smART FEST, once again, on the Branford Green. Due to changes in the town administration and their continued discussions on planning improvements, we have been advised that no events will be approved on the Green until 2027. Their current goal is to have all work done by the end of the summer this year, but in order for the grounds to flourish and take hold with their plantings, it must remain unused through the end of 2026.

We are not giving up! The Hally family is monitoring the progress and you will have updates as soon as we have information to share.

Yes, it is disappointing! But we will be back better than ever in 2026!
05/05/2025

Yes, it is disappointing! But we will be back better than ever in 2026!

TODAY ON THE BRANFORD GREEN FROM 10-3! We support local organizations! Come to smART Fest on the Branford green on Se...
09/28/2024

TODAY ON THE BRANFORD GREEN FROM 10-3! We support local organizations! Come to smART Fest on the Branford green on Sept 28 and enjoy yummy hot dogs, NE clam chowder, mac n'cheese and mini cannoli all at a very affordable price. Treat the whole family!

TOMORROW! Sept 28 on the Branford Green. Get ready to tap your feet, sing along, dance in the grass to the sweet, sweet ...
09/28/2024

TOMORROW! Sept 28 on the Branford Green. Get ready to tap your feet, sing along, dance in the grass to the sweet, sweet sounds of Sweet Meadow Bluegrass. John on banjo and dobro; Pete on upright bass; Jack on mandolin and Kathie on guitar. I dare you not to smile! On the stage from 10-12. Admission to smART Fest is FREE!

TOMORROW! September 28th on the Branford Green! You won't want to miss singer, songwriter, Steven McGrath. In additio...
09/27/2024

TOMORROW! September 28th on the Branford Green! You won't want to miss singer, songwriter, Steven McGrath. In addition to some favorites, Steven will treat you to some of his original tunes. You can enjoy his music from 1-3 pm on the stage at smART Fest! Admission to smART Fest is FREE!

Signs are up!! smART Fest on the Branford green 10-3 Saturday Sept 28!
09/27/2024

Signs are up!! smART Fest on the Branford green 10-3 Saturday Sept 28!

smART Fest brings the best of Connecticut handcrafters to the Branford green along with live music all day with Sweet Me...
09/27/2024

smART Fest brings the best of Connecticut handcrafters to the Branford green along with live music all day with Sweet Meadow from 10-12 and Steven McGrath from 1-3. Local non-profits offer food at very affordable prices so you can treat the whole family. This event is FREE to the public! The crafters pay a fee to have a booth, and that fee goes 100% to Wreaths Across America - Branford cemeteries. If you would like to contribute a buck or two, visit the Wreaths Across America tent and chat with the volunteers! And if your business would like to be a sponsor in the coming years, we'd love to talk to you!

Just added to the show! We had a cancellation and are thrilled to welcome Duckie Stevenson to smART Fest! Duckie's Soa...
09/27/2024

Just added to the show! We had a cancellation and are thrilled to welcome Duckie Stevenson to smART Fest! Duckie's Soapy Creations is a homemade soap shop offering bars of soap, layered soap cakes and more. You'll find delightful, whimsical soaps. Perfect for that stocking stuffer! Visit Duckie on Sept. 28 at smART Fest on the Branford green.

Branford's own Neckers Farm will be on hand offering their sublime honey. What a great hostess gift, or simply a great ...
09/26/2024

Branford's own Neckers Farm will be on hand offering their sublime honey. What a great hostess gift, or simply a great addition to your pantry. Visit their booth on Sept. 28 at smART Fest on the Branford green.

As you near Maureen's booth, you will hear chuckles and outright laughter. Sticks & Stones offers unique products, some ...
09/26/2024

As you near Maureen's booth, you will hear chuckles and outright laughter. Sticks & Stones offers unique products, some slightly inappropriate, that generate smiles and make great gifts. Check out the fun on Sept. 28 at smART Fest on the Branford green.

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