Sam Collins Day
| Sam Collins Day | |
|---|---|
| Date | Third Saturday in September |
| 2015 date | September 19 |
| 2016 date | September 17 |
| 2017 date | September 16 |
| 2018 date | September 15 |
| Frequency | annual |
Sam Collins Day is a local holiday in Canton/Collinsville Connecticut, United States. It is celebrated on the 3rd Saturday in September, and is a showcase of local businesses, clubs, and other organizations. The event is named after Samuel W. Collins who built the Collins Axe Factory on the Farmington river around which the area of downtown Canton, now known as Collinsville developed.
Location
Sam Collins Day is held at the Canton Springs Fire Department field.
Events
Events at Sam Collins Day include live entertainment, a pancake breakfast, a number of tents with local businesses handing out freebies, entertainment for children, a Teacup Auction, and various foodstuffs.[1]
References
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