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"A Weekend in the Life" Gilmore Girls fan festival

The "A Weekend in the Life" Gilmore Girls fan festival is an annual celebration of the popular television series 'Gilmore Girls', held in New Milford, Connecticut. The town served as a primary inspiration for the show's fictional setting of Stars Hollow. The festival brings together fans from around the world to meet cast members, get autographs, and participate in themed activities.

Date
Sep 4-6, 2026
Location
New Milford
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"A Weekend in the Life" Gilmore Girls fan festival

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Highlights

  • Meet and greet with 'Gilmore Girls' cast members like Sean Gunn and Scott Patterson.
  • Autograph and photo opportunities with actors.
  • Experience the real-life town that inspired the fictional Stars Hollow.
  • Enjoy character-inspired coffee from local businesses.
The "A Weekend in the Life" Gilmore Girls fan festival is a dedicated event for enthusiasts of the beloved TV show 'Gilmore Girls', taking place in New Milford, Connecticut. This town is notably recognized as one of the main inspirations for the show's iconic fictional town, Stars Hollow. The festival is scheduled from Friday, September 4, 2026, through Sunday, September 6, 2026.

Attendees at the festival have the opportunity to engage with several cast members from 'Gilmore Girls', including Sean Gunn (who played Kirk Gleason) and Scott Patterson (Luke Danes), as well as Chad Michael Murray and Matt Czuchry. Activities typically include autograph sessions, photo opportunities with the actors, and themed experiences such as enjoying character-inspired coffee from local businesses like Coastal Coffee. The event draws a diverse international audience, with fans traveling from places like the United Kingdom, Canada, and various U.S. states to immerse themselves in the 'Gilmore Girls' universe.

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