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About Mill River Park

Mill River Park sits in the heart of Stamford, CT, offering an urban green space with a public carousel, a skating center, and a central lawn ideal for community events and performances. The Carousel Pavilion can host intimate gatherings for up to 150 guests, making it a reliable option for small to mid-size events without the fuss. The park is open daily from 6 am to 10 pm, with multiple entrances to make access easy for guests.

Whether you’re planning a festival, a corporate gathering, or a family-friendly outing, Mill River Park provides a flexible setting near downtown Stamford. We’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining to help you secure your event without the guesswork.

Venues like Mill River Park benefit from a proximity to transit and hotels, plus the prospect of greenspace rentals for larger events. For large greenspace rentals, be mindful that permits are required and proposals should be submitted well in advance (about 90 days). Nearby hotels such as Hampton Inn & Suites Stamford, DoubleTree by Hilton Stamford, and Courtyard Stamford Downtown offer convenient options for guests and performers. If you’re coordinating an event, consider the park’s entrances — East Entrance (1040 Washington Blvd), West Entrance (30 West Broad Street), and South Entrance (50 West Main Street) — to streamline guest flow. For regular programming and seasonal events, look to the park’s calendar (Summer in the Park, That's Amore Italian Fest, Hey Stamford! Food Festival) for inspiration and planning cues.

Ready to book? Secure your seats and plan logistics with confidence—we’ve got your back with venue specifics, transit tips, and curated recommendations for stays and dining near Mill River Park.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address and entrances: 1010 Washington Blvd, Stamford, CT 06901; East Entrance (Fountain/Skating Center/Discovery Center) at 1040 Washington Blvd; West Entrance (Carousel) at 30 West Broad Street; South Entrance ( Playground) at 50 West Main Street.
  • Venue type and spaces: urban park with an on-site Carousel Pavilion, a public carousel, skating center and a central lawn area for events.
  • Carousel Pavilion capacity: up to 150 guests for pavilion events.
  • Parking: limited on-site parking; additional options available via Stamford Downtown’s parking network.
  • Transit: about half a mile from Stamford Transportation Center; served by multiple bus lines.
  • Nearby hotels: Hampton Inn & Suites Stamford (26 Mill River Street); DoubleTree by Hilton Stamford (1 First Stamford Place); Courtyard Stamford Downtown (275 Summer Street).
  • Notable events: Summer in the Park (2025) series; That's Amore Italian Fest at Mill River Park; Hey Stamford! Food Festival at the park.
  • Playground status: Mill River Park Playground demolished in June 2024 for safety/upgrades; new playground expected to open spring 2025.
  • Greenspace rentals: large events require permits (greenspace rentals) and proposals should be submitted well in advance (90 days for large events).
  • Park hours: Mill River Park is open daily 6 am–10 pm.