The America's 250th Anniversary Working Group is planning a variety of events and activities to celebrate this meaningful milestone in the Glastonbury community.  All events will take place during the 2026 calendar year. The calendar link below will be updated as additional events are added.  Events you are interested in attending can be copied straight onto your personal calendars.

Please check back to this page over coming months for additional information about a large community event planned for September.

For more information on other events being held, check out the Calendar of Events! 

America 250 Fitness Challenge

Celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary by moving for America! During 2026, participants of all ages are invited to log 250 miles through walking, running, cycling, swimming, or any distance-based activity. Every mile counts as we honor 250 years of strength, perseverance, and progress. Track your journey, stay active, and join a townwide movement to reach 250 miles in America’s Semiquincentennial year, 2026! Register online or in-person to get your tracking sheet. Turn your completed tracking sheet in to Parks and Recreation for a FREE Shirt.  CLICK HERE for a tracking sheet. 

Sign Up for Email Updates

Glastonbury community members are also encouraged to subscribe to the Town's email system to receive real-time email updates about the America's 250th Anniversary campaign. Simply visit www.glastonburyct.gov/enotify and sign up or update your account preferences to include the "America's 250th Anniversary" category under the Calendar AND News headings.