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Family Fun Events at Danbury Fair in May

By Meghan Friedland, Publisher/Editor, Macaroni KID Greater Danbury, CT May 2, 2025

May is here and along with it comes some wonderful annual and seasonal events happening in and around our area. Danbury Fair mall has a line-up of family fun events coming up - so mark your calendars!

Relay For Life of Greater Danbury, May 3
Saturday, May 3, from 9AM to 2PM in Center Court
This event will celebrate survivors, honor the memory of loved ones, and raise funds for a cancer-free world.  

Event Schedule: 

9AM: 3K Indoors Walk Kicks Off
10AM: VIP Survivor Brunch
10AM-2PM Center Court

  • Walk-a-thon
  • Wellness Fest
  • Market for a Cure Vendor Fair, DJ, activities and local groups perform

1:30PM: Luminaria Ceremony hosted by Golf Lounge 18

JC Penney May Kids Zone Event, May 10
Saturday, May 10th from 11AM-12PM in JC Penney Level 1 & 2

Kids will make a butterfly bracelet and card to share with someone special. Kids also receive a collector’s pin, and a special lanyard to hold their Kids Zone pins. Parents receive a special 10% off coupon offer that can be combined with other coupons on that day.

Connecticut's NPW Statewide Celebration, May 17
Saturday, May 17th from 11AM-6PM in Center Court

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and The Connecticut Clearinghouse will be hosting the National Prevention Week celebration at Danbury Fair! Visit with local organizations showcasing their projects, campaigns, and initiatives for prevention, wellness and recovery.

This family-friendly event will feature a DJ, facepainting, balloon animals and more!

American Red Cross Blood Drive, May 26th (and monthly through July 8th)
Danbury Fair is partnering with American Red Cross to host multiple Blood Drives to help support those in need. Consider signing up today!


More family fun events are coming up this summer at Danbury Fair! Stay tuned to Macaroni KID Greater Danbury 
and the Danbury Fair web site for announcements!