March is just a few days away, and Danbury, CT, is ready for it. From a city-wide St. Patrick’s Day parade to Easter Bunny photo sessions at the mall, hockey promotion nights, and live community events, there’s a lot to put on your radar before the month kicks off.
Here’s everything you need to know about local events and promotions in Danbury, CT, this March 2026.
Hockey + Promotions: Hat Tricks Have a Big Month
The Danbury Hat Tricks are running some of their best promotional nights of the season in March at Total Mortgage Arena, 1 Civic Center Plaza, Danbury. Each game comes with a free or discounted ticket deal, so there’s a reason to come back more than once.
March Hat Tricks promotion nights:
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Friday, March 6 at 7:30 PM vs. Blue Ridge Bobcats: HVAC Night and Girls Night Out #2. Buy one ticket, get one free using code GIRLS at checkout. Stay for postgame karaoke.
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Saturday, March 7 at 7:00 PM vs. Blue Ridge Bobcats: Military Appreciation Night #2. Veterans and active-duty military who register in advance get a complimentary game ticket and beverage courtesy of Coca-Cola Northeast.
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Saturday, March 14 at 7:00 PM vs. Binghamton Black Bears: Green Beer Night + Healthcare Night #3. Fans 21+ get green beer specials all night. Custom St. Hat Tricks specialty jerseys go up for auction via Dash Auctions. Healthcare workers who register in advance receive a free ticket and beverage.
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Saturday, March 28, at 7:00 PM vs. Binghamton Black Bears: High School Hockey Night, celebrating local student-athletes.
The Easter Bunny Is Already Booking at Danbury Fair
Photos with the Bunny are officially happening at Danbury Fair Mall this March, with several specialty events mixed in throughout the month.
What’s lined up at the mall:
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Bunny Photo Sessions: Ongoing through the Easter season, starting in early March
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Pet Parties with the Bunny: Three separate dates for pet-friendly Easter Bunny photo sessions — bring the dog, bring the cat, and yes, people do it
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Bunny Cares Events: A calm, sensory-friendly Bunny experience for families who need a quieter environment
Check the Danbury Fair Events page directly for exact dates and reservation links since time slots fill up fast, especially for Pet Parties.
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day the Danbury Way
The St. Patrick’s Day Parade is one of the biggest community events Danbury holds all year. The route begins at St. Peter Church, 104 Main St., heads left on West St., and ends at 6 Lake Ave. The Greater Danbury Irish Cultural Center hosts a post-parade celebration with live Irish music, dancing, food, and drinks open to the public.
Free shuttle buses run from the corner of Oil Mill Rd. and 6 Lake Ave. starting at 12:25 PM to make it easier for everyone to get there.
Also on the Calendar This March
A few more things to do in Danbury, CT, in March 2026 that are worth planning for:
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American Red Cross Battle of the Badges at Danbury Fair Mall: A blood drive competition between local first responders. Drop in to donate and support the cause.
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Danbury Music Centre: The DMC Community Band continues its spring programming with free admission concerts. Check the events calendar for March dates as they are updated.
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Danbury Concert Association: The spring concert season is active. Check their site for any March performance additions.
A Few Things to Know Before You Go
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Register early for Hat Tricks promotional nights — complimentary tickets for educators, military, HVAC workers, and healthcare professionals require advance sign-up.
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Book Bunny photo sessions at Danbury Fair Mall ahead of time. Walk-ins are welcome, but specialty time slots (Pet Parties, Bunny Cares) go quickly.
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Follow event pages for any last-minute changes, especially for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade route or shuttle timing.
Stay in the Loop All Season Long
March is just the start of a busy spring in Danbury. For more local event roundups, community spotlights, and neighborhood guides updated regularly, check out the full articles section at Discover Danbury and Candlewood Lake. Bookmark it now so you don’t miss what’s coming in April and beyond.
Sources: danburyhattricks.com, danburyfairmall.com, Greater Danbury Irish Cultural Center Facebook Event
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