Spring
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Explore the blooming rhododendrons and azaleas lining the Meadow Loop Trail at Rockwell Park or enjoy a scenic hike along the Tunxis Trail.
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Experience medieval revelry at the 8-week Bristol Renaissance Faire, featuring jousting tournaments, artisan markets, and costumed performers reenacting life in the 16th century.
Summer
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Kayak or fish for trout along the Farmington River's gentle currents, accessible from Riverside Park or the Forestville Access Area.
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Attend the 3-day Bristol Bluegrass Festival in June, showcasing regional bluegrass bands and offering locally-sourced food vendors at Memorial Boulevard Fields.