The Windsor Eco Monarch Festival
Join us for the Windsor Eco Monarch Festival, a vibrant, family-friendly event celebrating sustainability, environmental awareness, and the protection of the endangered monarch butterfly. This unique festival brings together art, nature, and community for a fun and meaningful day in Windsor Center. About the Festival The Windsor Eco Monarch Festival is part of First Town Downtown and supports the Windsor Monarch Project. This initiative is dedicated to preserving the health of monarch butterflies through raise-and-release programs, creating pollinator habitats, and educating the public about their importance to our ecosystem. Butterflies are a key indicator of a healthy environment, and this festival helps raise awareness while bringing the community together. In addition to environmental benefits, butterfly habitats are a common point of interest for many tourists. Your investment in the Windsor Eco Monarch Festival will also serve as efforts to bring in more foot-traffic on the River Trail and in Windsor Center. The butterfly habitat will be a great addition for Windsor residents and visitors alike. Event Highlights * Over 30 eco-friendly vendors featuring artisan goods such as home décor, jewelry, natural skincare, nature photography, and items made from reused materials * Food trucks offering a variety of options * Live entertainment throughout the day * Electric vehicle display with opportunities to learn about eco-friendly transportation Family Activities Activities for all ages may include: * Butterfly-themed crafts * Rock painting and chalk art * Kids pollinator costume parade * Planting marigolds to take home * Face painting * Garden craft activities CLICK TO: Become a Vendor!Get Involved: Showcase your eco-friendly products and connect with the community.Sponsor or Donate!Please consider sponsoring or donating to this wonderful event in the center of Windsor that supports sustainability efforts while helping bring visitors to Windsor Center and the River Trail.Volunteer!Volunteers assist with the festival and other community events throughout the year.You can also contact us through our Facebook page or email wmp@ftdt.org if you'd like to volunteer. Event Contacts Mae Maloney, Event Chairperson Deb DeLucia, Executive Director / Main Street Manager See below to submit a Vendor Application or to see our event Sponsorship Opportunities! |
Mission Statement
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The mission of First Town Downtown is to position and promote Windsor Center as a premier New England town center that protects and utilizes its proud heritage as the basis for developing vibrant recreational, economic and cultural activity.
