VFW Connecticut

VFWCT District 1 Picnic
2026-09-13 12:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | VFW 1672 New Milford, 11 Avery Rd, New Milford, CT, 06776, United States

14th Annual Hike to Remember
2026-09-19 04:30 | Veteran Hall Glastonbury, 980 Chestnut Hill Rd, Glastonbury, CT, 06073, United States
14th Annual Hike to Remember Press Release
On September 19th, the Peter P Monaco Jr. Detachment 40 will hold their 14th Annual Hike to Remember.
“Hike To Remember XIV on Saturday, September 19th, 2026, in Glastonbury, Connecticut. Veterans and current service members of all branches are invited to join us. All hikers and participants will meet at the Veterans Hall of Glastonbury at 4:30 AM and will step off for a 22-kilometer hike through Glastonbury starting and ending at our building located at 980 Chestnut Hill Rd, South Glastonbury 06073.
We believe that uniting Veterans and service members from all areas and walks of life is the most important aspect to combating Veteran suicide. We all served for the common good of our nation. Each year’s Hike is designed to join the forces, support the fight to end Veteran suicide, and support Veterans as well their families in times of need. We encourage anyone who has served to join us and participate in our 22-kilometer hike. Friends, family and/or any supporters are welcome to join us all for this community event. We will provide anyone who has served with a network of fellow service members who they can turn to, especially if they find themselves facing difficult times. Our goal is always to inspire camaraderie, support, and lasting relationships.
This year’s goal for this year is to have 250 hikers registered and to raise $30,000, all to strengthen the Veteran community by continuing to build support networks and provide resources for those in need. Please join us at the Glastonbury Center Fountain at the intersection of Hebron Ave and Main St at 9:50 AM to see the hikers walk through town and at the Veterans Hall of Glastonbury at 980 Chestnut Hill Rd at 11:45 AM to welcome us back at the finish line. We anticipate a large turnout and overflow parking has been arranged and is available at the Hopewell School, 1068 Chestnut Hill Rd, South Glastonbury, CT 06073.
If interested please visit our detachment website to sign up or for more information at MCLdet40.org, go directly to our event registration page at hiketorememberx.itsyourrace.com, or email us at peterpmonacojr@gmail.com.

Raymond T. Goldbach Post No. 9460 TIP-A-VET Event
2026-09-19 12:30 - 17:30 | VFW 9460 Stratford, 100 Veterans Blvd, Stratford, CT, 06615, United States

VFW Post 9460 Cigar and Whiskey Night
2026-09-19 18:00 - 22:00 | VFW 9460 Stratford, 100 Veterans Blvd, Stratford, CT, 06615, United States

Lobster Fest: 20th Annual VFW 5095 Fowler-Dix Post East Hampton
2026-09-26 12:00 - 17:00 | VFW 5095 East Hampton, 20 North Maple Street, East Hampton, CT, 06424, United States
$60 entitles you to 1 lobster OR 1 steak Corn on the cob Homemade chowder And baked potato
Steamers are $20 for 1 lb. That’s an additional ticket .
Tickets are available in the canteen, please stop by or call the VFW. 860-267-8837.Come enjoy delicious food, buy raffle tickets and support local Veterans

State Testimonial Dinner
2026-10-11 14:00 - 18:00 | Trumbull Marriott Shelton, 180 Hawley Ln, Trumbull, CT, 06611, United States
PURCHASE TICKETS > https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/state-testimonial-dinner
Join the VFW Department of Connecticut for our State Testimonial Dinner 🇺🇸 honoring dedicated comrades and supporters whose service advances veterans’ advocacy, benefits, and community programs. Your registration helps us recognize leadership, foster camaraderie, and sustain our mission to stand beside Connecticut veterans and their families through every stage of their lives.

VFW Eastern Conference, 2026
2026-11-01 00:00 - 2026-11-09 23:59 | CT
November 1 – 9 Eastern Conference
Garmisch, Germany

New Haven Veterans Night, 2026
2026-11-06 17:30 - 21:30 | Trinity Bar & Restaurant, 157 Orange St., New Haven, CT, 06510, United States
Support Connecticut’s newest veteran posts with a pre-Veterans Day Party.
Proceeds from the New Haven Veterans Night charity fundraiser, benefits the people and programs of the Veterans of Foreign Wars New Haven Post 12150 and the American Legion New Haven Post 1210.
HONORING ALL WHO SERVED
Silent Auction | Raffle | Food
About New Haven Veterans
The New Haven Veterans is an association Connecticut’s newest veteran posts. Founded largely by Post-9/11 veterans, the Veterans of Foreign Wars New Haven Post 12150 (vfwnewhaven.org) and American Legion New Haven Post 210 (Newhavenlegion.org) have donated thousands of dollars and hundreds of hours to our fellow veterans, to our communities, and to our great nation as we build a thriving veterans community in greater New Haven, Connecticut. Support our shared missions by attending our annual Veteans Night.
