Wickham Park

Tea Talk Tuesday
2023-07-11 10:00 UTC
Join Wickham Park for a morning with some delicious coffee and tea with some informative guest speakers. Each event will feature a unique topic. The event begins at 10am at the Emerald Room or the Cabin and will feature guest speakers, tea, coffee, and light snacks. This Tuesday, we’ll hear about “Garden Therapy” from Wickham Park’s Horticulturalist, Susan Albin!
Registration Requested: $5 per person entrance fee
No Vehicle Entry Fee
To register or for more information email info@wickhampark.org or call 860.528.0856 (Mon-Fri 9:00-4:00)

Tai Chi
2023-07-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-07-01 10:00 - 11:00
In each session we will explore tranquil moving meditations, traditional wellness techniques and rejuvenating group forms from the classical Chinese healing arts. Enjoy centuries-old exercise and holistic practices that will help you feel alive and well!!!
American Tai Chi Qigong Association certified instructor Joe Pandolfo will lead us each week. Please wear loose-fitting clothing.
Saturdays, July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2023 at 10:00am-11:00am
Located in the Lotus Garden. $10 per class, call ahead or drop in.

Children's Performance Series: Princesses of the Park
2023-07-06 10:00
Join us for Wickham Parks First Annual Children’s Performance Series coming summer 2023! This event will be held outdoors under the tent at our beautiful Cabin Venue starting at 10:00am. The gates to the park open at 9:30! Stay tuned for details! The dates of the series are July 6th, July 20th, August 10th, and August 24th, mark your calendars!
This weeks performers are Princesses of the Park Belle and Ariel!
Free with vehicle entry fee: $7 cash per vehicle

Joe Proud Memorial DG Tournament
2023-06-24 09:30
In its second year, this event lives on as a way to help remember our good friend Joseph Proud. If you have been around the Connecticut disc golf scene for a while, you most certainly played one of his events, enjoyed his company or felt his influence. This will be a PDGA Sanctioned B-Tier Event. As it is a Masters Championship, it is only open to players that qualify for the PDGA age protected divisions (age 40 or higher).
Online registration opens April 24th via Disc Golf Scene: https://www.discgolfscene.com/tournaments/Joseph_Proud_Memorial_Connecticut_Masters_Championship_2023

Music in the Park: Benchmark Duo
2023-06-21 18:00
Join us for a variety of music in the park on the Cabin Garden at 6:00pm. Bring a picnic, blanket, and folding chair for summer fun! Rain location will be under the Cabin Tent.
Free with vehicle entry fee: $7 cash per vehicle.

Taste of the Park Dinner Series: Italian Shrine
2023-06-15 18:00
Calling all garden loving foodies! Come relax in a garden for an enchanted, memorable evening. We will start in the featured garden for cocktail hour and proceed to the Emerald Room for a multi course meal themed with our featured garden.
Tickets are $60 per person. A cash bar will be available during cocktail hour and dinner service. You can purchase 1+ tickets or purchase a table of 8. *Ticket sales are first come, first serve. Reservations are required. All tickets sales are non-refundable. Please notify us with any food allergies or dietary restrictions prior to purchasing tickets.
To purchase tickets or for more information email info@wickhampark.org or call 860.528.0856 (Mon-Fri 9:00-4:00)
Italian Inspired Menu:
Chef’s Choice Amuse-bouche – Italian Wedding Soup
Course 1 (Appetizer) – Spring Vegetable Risotto
Course 2 (Entrée) – Roasted Chicken Spinach & Artichoke Lasagna
Course 3 (Dessert) – Panna Cotta

Tea Talk Tuesday
2023-06-13 10:00
Join Wickham Park for a morning with some delicious coffee and tea with some informative guest speakers. Each event will feature a unique topic. The event begins at 10am at the Emerald Room or the Cabin and will feature guest speakers, tea, coffee, and light snacks. This Tuesday we’ll hear about “Discovering the Ancient Traditions of Wellness–Tai chi and Yoga” from Susan Barlow!
Registration Requested: $5 per person entrance fee
No Vehicle Entry Fee
To register or for more information email info@wickhampark.org or call 860.528.0856 (Mon-Fri 9:00-4:00)

Music in the Park: Mass-Conn Fusion Jazz Trio
2023-06-07 18:00

Taste of the Park Dinner Series: Oriental Garden
2023-05-18 18:00
Calling all garden loving foodies! Come relax in a garden for an enchanted, memorable evening. We will start in the featured garden for cocktail hour and proceed to the Emerald Room for a multi course meal themed with our featured garden.
Ticket go on sale soon and are sold per person. A cash bar will be available during cocktail hour and dinner service. You can purchase 1+ tickets or purchase a table of 8. *Ticket sales are first come, first serve. Reservations are required. All tickets sales are non-refundable. Please notify us with any food allergies or dietary restrictions prior to purchasing tickets.
To purchase tickets or for more information email info@wickhampark.org or call 860.528.0856 (Mon-Fri 9:00-4:00)

Find Your Force: First Annual Women's Doubles
2023-05-13 09:30 - 16:30
One round of 22 holes; Best-Disc Doubles—bring your own partner. Player Pack includes your choice of FYF disc among various molds/colors and one mini! Proceeds from find your Force will be divided between Breast Cancer Alliance, Throw Pink, Audubon, and Wickham Park disc Golf Fund.
Registration opens February 13th at 8pm
For more information, visit https://www.discgolfscene.com/tournaments/Find_Your_Force_2023

Tea Talk Tuesday
2023-05-09 10:00
Join Wickham Park for a morning with some delicious coffee and tea with some informative guest speakers. Each event will feature a unique topic. The event begins at 10am at the Emerald Room or the Cabin and will feature guest speakers, tea, coffee, and light snacks. This Tuesday we’ll hear about “A Brief History of Manchester and Wickham Park” from Susan Barlow!
Registration Required: $5 per person entrance fee
No Vehicle Entry Fee
To register or for more information email info@wickhampark.org or call 860.528.0856 (Mon-Fri 9:00-4:00)

Spring Tree Tour (Free with Park admission)
2023-05-06 10:00
Our Annual Tree Tour will be held on Saturday May 6th at 10am. Come experience springtime in the Park with the colorful crabapples, azaleas, dogwoods, and tulips, while learning about some of the Park’s remarkable collection of native and exotic trees, from our century-old White oak, to a newly planted coral-bark Japanese maple. This volunteer-led tour is free with Park admission, lasts approx 1 hour, and starts at Lot A (near the Oriental Garden).
Meeting place: Entrance to Oriental Garden in Lot A.
Free with vehicle entry fee: $10 cash per vehicle

Memorial Disc Golf Tournament--The BUC Stops Here
2023-05-06 09:30 - 17:00
This tournament is run in loving memory of Brian “BUC” Kozicki.
Format: Singles, Two rounds of 21 holes
BE A SUPER HERO!!
Tee Sponsorships are available for $20 each – pick your comic character or we can pick one for you.
All proceeds from sponsorships – after expenses – go to maintain Hole 16.
Optional $2 Ace pot – Need to pay before the start of the round.
Vehicle entrance fees apply
For more information visit: https://www.discgolfscene.com/tournaments/2023_The_BUC_Stops_Here_2023

Civil War Drill Day
2023-04-29 09:30 - 15:30
The New England Brigade and Liberty Greys will host their annual Drill Day & Living History on Saturday, April 29th from 9:30am-3:30pm at Wickham Park.
Meet the soldiers and civilians of the New England Brigade as they prepare for their upcoming reenacting season. Military units will drill by individual companies and will then en masse as the brigade. Civilians will offer camp demonstrations. Speak to the reenactors and living historians as they emulate the past!
Free with vehicle entry fee: $10 cash per vehicle

Opening Day April 1st!
2023-04-01 09:30 - 19:30
Wickham Park is open 7 days a week from the first weekend in April through the last weekend in October. Find specific events under special events. Regular Park hours are from 9:30AM to sunset with the exception of Cabin functions until 11PM. The Park will close for inclement weather providing there are no existing reservations.
VEHICLE ENTRANCE FEES
$7 Monday-Friday/$10 Weekends & Holidays
RESTROOMS
There are three sets of public restrooms in the park, and all are handicapped accessible. One is located near the Aviary and main playground, a second is located in Hickory Grove II, across from the Cabin, and the third set is a part of the Wickham Pavilion.
SECURITY
Upon entering Wickham Park, you will be greeted by a member of our Ranger staff at the gatehouse. He or she can provide information and directions for park activities. Rangers patrol the park in marked and unmarked vehicles and, along with other park staff, can be identified by their uniforms. They will be more than happy to assist you.

Middle School Championship
2022-11-05
This is the largest middle school invitational in New England, with over 1,500 runners. These races give young runners the experience of running with large crowds and large numbers of competitors. It also serves as an introduction to the course for those who continue cross-country participation in high school. The Snack Shack Tent and food trucks are open during the races for refreshments near the finish line.
Vehicle entrance fees apply: $10 per car cash or check only.

Note: The Wickham Park Disc Golf Course will be closed all day to accommodate this event

CIAC State Open Cross Country Race
2022-11-04 12:00
This CIAC sponsored cross-country meet involves the runners from the CIAC Divisionals Race. This is an opportunity to watch the state’s outstanding runners in a spectator-friendly environment. The Snack Shack Tent and food trucks are open during the races for refreshments near the finish line.
Girls State Open – 2:00 p.m.
Boys State Open – 2:45 p.m.
Vehicle entrance fees apply: $15/car cash or check only.

Note: The Wickham Park Disc Golf Course will be closed all day to accommodate this event

The Wickender - Bare Bones Disc Golf Tournament
2022-10-30 09:30 - 17:00
A Halloween themed disc golf tournament with some rules contortions. Full costumes are required!
1 round, 22 holes, trick or treat dubz.
Gates Open: 9:30am
Day of Sign up: 9:45-10:15am
Player Meeting 10:30am
Start 10:40am
Trick or treat bring your own partner doubles. Special safari layout where some holes will have a treat for you…and many will have a trick for you. One round event Sunday, October 30. Participation requires teams to be dressed in full costume.
$40.00 Pro
$20.00 Mixed
$20.00 Advanced
EVENT INFO
Vehicle entrance fees apply.

CIAC Divisionals Cross Country Race
2022-10-29 08:00
A high school race sponsored through the CIAC, consisting of CT high school runners. The Snack Shack Tent and food truck are open during the races for refreshments near the finish line.
Vehicle entrance fees apply: $15 per car cash or check only.

Note: The Wickham Park Disc Golf Course will be closed all day to accommodate this event

Central Connecticut Conference (CCC) Cross Country Championship
2022-10-18 09:30
A high school race sponsored through the CIAC, consisting of CT high school runners competing for the Central Connecticut Conference Cross Country Championship. The Snack Shack Tent and food truck are open during the races for refreshments near the finish line.
Vehicle entrance fees apply: $7/car cash or check only.

Note: The Wickham Park Disc Golf Course will be closed all day to accommodate this event

Connecticut Technical Conference (CTC) Cross Country Championship
2022-10-17 09:30
A high school race sponsored through the CIAC, consisting of CT high school runners from state technical high schools competing for the Connecticut Technical Conference Cross Country Championship.
The Snack Shack Tent and food trucks are open during the races for refreshments near the finish line.

Vehicle entrance fees apply: $7/car cash or check only.
Note: The Wickham Park Disc Golf Course will be closed all day to accommodate this event

Wickham Invitational
2022-10-08 08:00
For the 40th year, Wickham Park is hosting and sponsoring this high school cross-country meet. This is a regional meet with runners from Connecticut and other New England school systems. Historically, over 3,500 runners compete throughout the day. The Snack Shack Tent and food trucks are open during the races for refreshments near the finish line.
Vehicle entrance fees apply: $10 per car cash or check only.
Note: The Wickham Park Disc Golf Course will be closed all day to accommodate this event

42nd Annual British Motorcar Show
2022-09-11 10:30 - 13:00
For 42 years this display of vintage Triumph cars and other British and American sports cars has been hosted and sponsored by the Connecticut Triumph Register. Spectators are welcome to admire the autos and ask questions of their owners.
Vehicle entrance fees apply

The Greater Hartford Disc Golf Open
2022-09-09 09:30 - 2022-09-11 17:00
A full 88-player field will compete in three rounds of 22-holes over three days of competition on the Wickham Park disc golf course. This event is sanctioned by the Professional Disc Golf Association as a PDGA A-tier event and will include participation by a number of top touring professional players
Spectators are welcome and are encouraged to attend.
Event Website
Friday, September 9: Trickle Start
Player Tee Times will be assigned between 10:00am and 2:00pm
Saturday, September 10: Shotgun Start
Player’s Meeting at 1:00 pm. The entire field will play a round of 22-holes simultaneously
Saturday, September 11: Trickle Start
Player Tee Times will be assigned between 10:00am and 2:00pm
Awards Ceremony: 6:00pm
Vehicle entrance fees apply

Dinner Series Part 3: English Garden
2022-08-18 18:00
Calling all garden loving foodies! Final of three dinners in collaboration with Chef Thom from Request-a-Chef and Two Pour Guys Bartending. We will start in the featured garden for cocktail hour and proceed to the Emerald Room for a multi course meal themed with our featured garden.
Ticket are $60 per person. A cash bar, provided by Two Pour Guys, will be available during cocktail hour and dinner service. There is a discount available for guests purchasing tickets for all 3 dinners. You can purchase 1+ tickets or purchase a table of 8. Come relax in a garden for an enchanted, memorable evening. *Ticket sales are first come, first serve. Reservations are required. All tickets sales are non-refundable. Please notify us with any food allergies or dietary restrictions prior to purchasing tickets.
~~British “Cookshops” Menu~~
-Cottage Pie Baked Potato
-Fish and Chips Bites
-Classic English Scones with Devonshire Cream and Jam
-English Trifle
*Menu subject to change
To purchase tickets or for more information (Mon-Fri 9:00-4:00) email info@wickhampark.org or call 860.528.0856

Dinner Series Part 2: Lotus Garden
2022-07-21 18:00
Calling all garden loving foodies! Second of three dinners in collaboration with Chef Thom from Request-a-Chef and Two Pour Guys Bartending. We will start in the featured garden for cocktail hour and proceed to the Emerald Room for a multi course meal themed with our featured garden.
Ticket are $60 per person. A cash bar, provided by Two Pour Guys, will be available during cocktail hour and dinner service. There is a discount available for guests purchasing tickets for all 3 dinners. You can purchase 1+ tickets or purchase a table of 8. Come relax in a garden for an enchanted, memorable evening. *Ticket sales are first come, first serve. Reservations are required. All tickets sales are non-refundable. Please notify us with any food allergies or dietary restrictions prior to purchasing tickets.
~~Yatai Japanese Menu~~
-Chef’s Choice Amuse-bouche
-Hiyashi Chuka (Japanese Cold Sesame -Noodle Salad with Vegetables)
-Vegetable and Pork Gyoza
-Karaage (Japanese Fried Chicken Thigh)
-Shibuya Honey Toast
*Menu subject to change
To purchase tickets or for more information (Mon-Fri 9:00-4:00) email info@wickhampark.org or call 860.528.0856

Dinner Series Part 1: Irish Garden
2022-06-23 18:00
Calling all garden loving foodies! First of three dinners in collaboration with Chef Thom from Request-a-Chef and Two Pour Guys Bartending. We will start in the featured garden for cocktail hour and proceed to the Emerald Room for a multi course meal themed with our featured garden.
Ticket are $60 per person. A cash bar, provided by Two Pour Guys, will be available during cocktail hour and dinner service. There is a discount available for guests purchasing tickets for all 3 dinners. You can purchase 1+ tickets or purchase a table of 8. Come relax in a garden for an enchanted, memorable evening. *Ticket sales are first come, first serve. Reservations are required. All tickets sales are non-refundable. Please notify us with any food allergies or dietary restrictions prior to purchasing tickets.
~~Irish Comfort Food Menu~~
-Chef’s Choice Amuse-bouche
-Irish Corned Beef Nachos
-Sausage Puff Pastry Rolls
-Guinness Beef Stew with Potato Bread
-Irish Cream Brownies
*Menu subject to change
To purchase tickets or for more information (Mon-Fri 9:00-4:00) email info@wickhampark.org or call 860.528.0856

Spring Tree Tour (Free with Park admission)
2022-05-21 09:30 - 11:00
Join us for an introduction to the Park’s diverse tree collection Walk through the Oriental and Lotus Gardens to see and learn about over 40 varieties of trees, from a giant white oak (Quercus alba, the state tree of Connecticut) to a dwarf mugo pine (Pinus mugo, from alpine Europe), as well as one of the park’s newest trees, a Caucasian wingnut (Pterocarya fraxinifolia – we’ll sort out that Latin name!).
If the weather cooperates, the Japanese snowbell (Styrax japonicus) and native fringetrees (Chionanthus virginicus) should be in full bloom. Come to enjoy an easy stroll and learn about the trees’ names, where they grow wild, their uses and folklore.
Meeting place: Entrance to Oriental Garden in Lot A.
9:30am to 11:00am
This is a free event but vehicle entrance fees apply.

Memorial Disc Golf Tournament
2022-05-07 09:30 - 17:00
the BUC stops here
Memorial Disc Golf Tournament
Two Rounds of 18 Holes. Player’s Meeting at 9:30am
Additional event information from last years event
Vehicle entrance fees apply
