SHELTON — The Derby-Shelton Rotary Club is excited to announce that Shelton Day 2026 will take place on Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park in Shelton.
A cherished community tradition dating back to 1984, Shelton Day brings together residents, families, local businesses, organizations, vendors and visitors for a full day of
entertainment, food, shopping and community spirit.
Admission and parking are FREE!
2026 Shelton Day Highlights
- Live Music: Enjoy performances by Eight to the Bar and the Lee-Ann Lovelace Band.
- Kids’ Zone: Family-friendly activities and entertainment designed especially for children.
- Local Vendors & Shopping: Browse a wide variety of craft vendors, local businesses and unique products.
- Community Organizations & Resources: Meet local nonprofit organizations and learn about programs and services available throughout our community.
- Food Trucks & Food Vendors: Enjoy a variety of delicious food, snacks and refreshments throughout the day.
- Restaurant Raffle: New this year! Purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win gift cards and prizes from area restaurants. The final drawing will take place at Shelton Day.
- Mayor Mark Lauretti: Mayor Lauretti will join us to present the official Shelton Day Proclamation.
Supporting Our Community
Shelton Day is more than a day of fun — it is one of the ways the Derby-Shelton Rotary Club raises funds to support our local communities throughout the year.
Proceeds from Shelton Day help support Rotary programs and projects benefiting Derby, Shelton and the surrounding area, including scholarships for Derby and Shelton high school seniors, Coats for Kids, Salt & Sand for Seniors, dictionaries for third-grade students, grants to local nonprofit organizations, youth programs and many other community service projects.
Vendor and sponsorship opportunities are still available.
For vendor registration, sponsor registration, and additional information about
Shelton Day, visit sheltonday.org.