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A Weekend in the Life Gilmore Girls Fan Festival

"A Weekend in the Life" is a Gilmore Girls fan festival held in New Milford, Connecticut, from September 4 to 6, 2026. The gathering celebrates the popular television show in a town that inspired the fictional Stars Hollow, featuring celebrity meet-and-greets, autograph sessions, and themed local activities.

Date
Sep 4-6, 2026
Location
New Milford
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A Weekend in the Life Gilmore Girls Fan Festival

Event summary

Highlights

  • Appearances and autographs from Scott Patterson and Sean Gunn
  • Themed activities held at St. John's Episcopal Church
  • Character-inspired beverages provided by Coastal Coffee
  • Visiting the town that served as the inspiration for Stars Hollow
Organized by the group Decade Days, this convention invites fans of the "Gilmore Girls" television series to New Milford, Connecticut. As one of the primary real-world inspirations for the show’s fictional town of Stars Hollow, New Milford hosts themed activities at various local sites, including St. John’s Episcopal Church and local jewelry stores.

Attendees can interact with several iconic cast members throughout the weekend. Notable guests scheduled for autograph sessions and photography include Scott Patterson, Sean Gunn, Chad Michael Murray, and Matt Czuchry. These sessions provide enthusiasts the chance to meet the actors behind characters like Luke Danes and Kirk Gleason.

The event also highlights local community involvement, with regional businesses like Coastal Coffee serving drinks inspired by show characters. The festival draws a diverse international crowd, with attendees traveling from as far as Canada and the United Kingdom to enjoy the nostalgic atmosphere and small-town charm associated with the series.

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St. John's Episcopal Church
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New Milford

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