Events

Screening @ Best Video

Exhibit | American Saints & Blesseds

As of America’s 250th anniversary, 13 Catholics have been canonized who were either born in the United States or spent a large portion of their lives here. This exhibit explores their lives and contributions.

Exhibit | Illustrating America: Columbia Magazine Covers

Columbia, the monthly magazine of the Knights of Columbus, featured illustrated covers from 1921 until 1988. This exhibit showcases the artistic evolution of the magazine's covers over the decades.

An Evening With Lhakpa Sherpa

We are thrilled to honor Lhakpa Sherpa, a true trailblazer whose impact and achievements continue to inspire across communities and generations. Set against the stunning backdrop of the historic New Haven Harbor, the evening will feature an intimate conversation with Lhakpa, moderated by a special guest.

Sea Shanty Night ft. My Druthers

Celebrate Paddy and Stuart's joint birthday at Cafe Nine with a lively Sea Shanty Night featuring My Druthers. Doors open at 7 PM.

Wednesday Night Trivia at East Rock Brewing Co. New Haven

Looking for a fun group activity while visiting New Haven? Join us in the Beer Hall at East Rock Brewing Co. for our signature trivia on Wednesday nights! FREE ENTRY | 21+.

Floor Loom Weaving

Learn the basics of preparing and operating a loom. Participants will weave a sampler piece combining a wide range of useful weaves at Creative Arts Workshop.

New Haven Oratorio Choir Auditions

The New Haven Oratorio Choir invites new members (SATB) to audition for the coming season. Auditions will be held at St. Thomas's Episcopal Church on September 2 and 9.

Movie Trivia Night hosted by Michael Domangue

Test your movie knowledge at the Movie Trivia Night hosted by Michael Domangue at Best Video Film & Cultural Center. It's a fun evening for film buffs.

Exhibit | American Saints & Blesseds

As of America’s 250th anniversary, 13 Catholics have been canonized who were either born in the United States or spent a large portion of their lives here. This exhibit is hosted at the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center.

Exhibit | Illustrating America: Columbia Magazine Covers

Columbia, the monthly magazine of the Knights of Columbus, featured illustrated covers from 1921 until 1988. This exhibit showcases these covers at the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center.

Mountain Queen: The Summits of Lhakpa Sherpa (2024)

This program features a screening of Mountain Queen: The Summits of Lhakpa Sherpa followed by a conversation and Q&A with Lhakpa Sherpa.

Watermedown / Allie Burnet & The Proven Winners / MJ Bones

Enjoy a night of live music featuring Watermedown and others at Cafe Nine on September 3, 2026. Doors open at 7 PM.

Marble & Make: Leather Accessories

In this two-part workshop, participants will learn how to marble leather and create their own colorful, one-of-a-kind leather accessories. This event takes place at MakeHaven.

Queer Film Club @ Best Video!

Join the Queer Film Club for a night of film and discussion at Best Video Film & Cultural Center.

Yale Women's Soccer vs. Hofstra

Come support the Yale Women's Soccer team as they take on Hofstra. Admission is free at Reese Stadium.

City Gallery Exhibit Features a DIVERSE ARRAY of Work by Robert Jacoby

Follow artist Robert Jacoby on his recent exploration of abstraction and the phases of creative dialogue in his new exhibit DIVERSE ARRAY. This exhibit is hosted at the City Gallery.

Earth Tongue

Catch Earth Tongue live at Space Ballroom.

David Liebe Hart (Adult Swim/Tim & Eric)

Join David Liebe Hart for a unique performance blending music, puppetry, and storytelling at Cafe Nine on September 4.

First Friday Lounge Night

Kick off the weekend with First Friday Lounge Night at Best Video Film & Cultural Center.

Yale Field Hockey vs. Sacred Heart

Join us for a thrilling match as Yale Field Hockey faces off against Sacred Heart. Admission is free at Johnson Field.

Queer Film Club @ Best Video!

Join the Queer Film Club for a night of film and discussion at Best Video Film & Cultural Center.

Broadway Rave

Join us for a night of Broadway hits at Space Ballroom.

Saturday Jazz Jam ft. Mike Coppola

Join the Saturday Afternoon Jazz Jam at Cafe Nine for a free admission event featuring Mike Coppola and an open jam session on September 5.

Global Groove ft. Fuselaje & FauxMenco

Experience a night of world music with Fuselaje and FauxMenco at Cafe Nine on September 5.

First Friday Lounge Night

Kick off the weekend with First Friday Lounge Night at Best Video Film & Cultural Center.

KENMUJO / ChopChopChopChopChopChopChop / Miserable Prick

Experience an explosive performance by KENMUJO and local acts at Cafe Nine. This event promises a unique blend of noise and grind music.

Pinewood Derby

Participate in the Pinewood Derby event at the Best Video Film & Cultural Center.

Pretty Boy Floyd

Enjoy a night with Pretty Boy Floyd featuring John Fox and All Sinners.

Sotto Voce (NYC), Calendula (CT), Cousin Oven (NYC)

Enjoy a night of live music featuring Sotto Voce, Calendula, and Cousin Oven at Best Video Film & Cultural Center.

New Haven Road Race

Thousands of runners take to the streets for this Labor Day tradition — a 20K and 5K race through the scenic neighborhoods of New Haven.

Screening at Best Video

New Haven Jazz Underground: Tuesday Night Jazz Jam

Join the New Haven Jazz Underground for a night of live jazz and open jamming at Cafe Nine. This community event supports local musicians and celebrates the vibrant jazz scene in New Haven.

Reverend Horton Heat

Catch Reverend Horton Heat live with Messer Chups at Space Ballroom for an electrifying performance.

Dida Pelled

Catch Brooklyn-based jazz guitarist Dida Pelled at Cafe Nine on September 9, 2026, as she showcases her blues-drenched album 'I Wish You Would'. Experience her unique storytelling and musicality live.

Cinema Nomad Screening

Catch a special screening of Cinema Nomad at Best Video Film & Cultural Center, a must-see for film enthusiasts.

LCD Soundsystem

Experience the electrifying performance of LCD Soundsystem with Victoryland.

LAUNDRY DAY Presents: The Larger Than LIFE Tour

Join LAUNDRY DAY for The Larger Than LIFE Tour at Space Ballroom for an exciting night.

Megan Buick / The Bangs / Yielding

Join Megan Buick, The Bangs, and Yielding for a night of live music at Cafe Nine on September 10, 2026. Doors open at 7 PM for this 21+ event.

Cult Night at Best Video

LCD Soundsystem

Don't miss another chance to see LCD Soundsystem with Victoryland live.

Drivin N Cryin

Catch Drivin N Cryin live at Space Ballroom for an exciting performance.

Apostolides, Bryan Titus & Shawn Taylor present: Songs From the Trail

Bryan Titus, Marc Apostolides and Shawn Taylor serve up songs, stories, photos, gear and vibes from their collective thru-hikes and long-distance section hikes. With three distinctly different musical styles and perspectives, “Songs from the Trail” is as unique and eclectic, as the journeys they explore.

Marc Apostolides, Bryan Titus & Shawn Taylor present: Songs From the Trail

Bryan Titus, Marc Apostolides and Shawn Taylor serve up songs, stories, photos, gear and vibes from their collective thru-hikes and long-distance section hikes. With three distinctly different musical styles and perspectives, “Songs from the Trail” is as unique and eclectic, as the journeys they explore.

Cartoons and Cereal

LCD Soundsystem

Join us for another night with LCD Soundsystem and Victoryland.

Paint and Sip

Join us for a fun evening of painting and sipping at Elm City's Cabaret at the Shubert Theatre. The event starts at 7:00 PM.

Saturday Jazz Jam ft. Gary Grippo

Join the Saturday Afternoon Jazz Jam at Cafe Nine on September 12, 2026, featuring Gary Grippo. This cherished tradition welcomes musicians of all ages to participate in a free jam session.

Vader

Catch Vader live with Jungle Rot, Fleshcrawl, and Trash Panda at Space Ballroom.

Joe Carter-Jeff Fuller Brazilian Jazz Duo

Enjoy an evening of Brazilian jazz with the Joe Carter-Jeff Fuller duo at Best Video Film & Cultural Center.

Meet & Greet with Rosa Pepper Macias @ Best Video

The Nutmeg Anthology: Contemporary Poems of Connecticut

Join us for an evening celebrating contemporary poetry from Connecticut. This event will take place at the Best Video Film & Cultural Center.

Remo Drive x sports.

Join Remo Drive with Computer at Space Ballroom for an exciting night.

SHIPWORM/CETILIA+GIBBS +WELLINS/ ZACH ROWDEN: NOISE SHOW

Experience an avant-garde noise show featuring SHIPWORM, CETILIA+GIBBS, WELLINS, and ZACH ROWDEN at Best Video Film & Cultural Center.

MINUS THE BEAR – Menos El Oso 20th Anniversary Tour

Celebrate the 20th anniversary of Menos El Oso with MINUS THE BEAR and Keep.

Gammacide: Toxic Mercenaries Tour 2026

Catch Gammacide live at Space Ballroom for an exciting night of music.

Screening @ Lyric Hall : Paris, Texas

Catch a screening of the classic film 'Paris, Texas' at the Best Video Film & Cultural Center. A must-see for film enthusiasts!

Perennial: Celebrating the release of their new LP record Modernism!

Join Perennial for the celebration of their new LP record Modernism at Space Ballroom.

Jazz Night: Allen Lowe & The All-Stars

Enjoy a night of live jazz featuring Allen Lowe & The All-Stars at the Best Video Film & Cultural Center. Perfect for music lovers!

Jazz Night: Allen Lowe & The All-Stars

Experience an evening of live jazz with Allen Lowe & The All-Stars at Best Video Film & Cultural Center. A perfect night for music lovers!

The Avett Brothers

Don't miss The Avett Brothers live with Guster at the Westville Music Bowl. The event starts at 8:00 PM.

Dark Star Orchestra

Enjoy an evening with Dark Star Orchestra, known for their incredible live performances.

Rivers of Nihil

Don't miss Rivers of Nihil live with Newandyke and Her Delicate Wounds at Space Ballroom.

Sleeping Giant Reading Series

Join us for the Sleeping Giant Reading Series at the Best Video Film & Cultural Center, featuring local authors and poets. A great opportunity to engage with the literary community!

Trampled by Turtles

Enjoy a night with Trampled by Turtles and Clayton Nile Young.

APB

Catch APB with Discount Fireworks for an exciting night at Space Ballroom.

Wow, Okay, Cool; Problems; Void Ripper

Experience an exciting night of performances featuring Wow, Okay, Cool; Problems; and Void Ripper at the Best Video Film & Cultural Center.

The Jazz Series will return on September 18th 2026!

The Jazz Series at Firehouse 12 will return with a full lineup announcement coming in late summer.

An Evening with John Cusack with a Screening of High Fidelity

Join us for a special evening with John Cusack featuring a screening of High Fidelity.

Book Fair

Don't miss the Book Fair at the Best Video Film & Cultural Center, featuring local authors and a variety of genres. A perfect event for book lovers!

Movie Book Fair

Join us for the Movie Book Fair at Best Video Film & Cultural Center, featuring a variety of books and films.

BPM - Featuring Brian Bromberg, Paul Brown & Michael Paulo

Three powerhouse contemporary jazz artists come together for one unforgettable night.

CRIMEWAVE: A GOTH, POST-PUNK & DARKWAVE PARTY

Join us for CRIMEWAVE, a goth, post-punk, and darkwave party at Space Ballroom in New Haven.

Way Dynamic

Join Way Dynamic and Star Moles for an electrifying performance at Space Ballroom.

SCREENING @ COLLEGE ST. MUSIC HALL: HIGH FIDELITY W/ POST SHOW DISCUSSION W/JOHN CUSACK

Ali Wong Live

Don't miss comedian Ali Wong live at the Shubert Theatre in New Haven.

SCREENING @ COLLEGE ST. MUSIC HALL: HIGH FIDELITY W/ POST SHOW DISCUSSION W/JOHN CUSACK

Sparta

Join Sparta with Public Opinion at Space Ballroom for an unforgettable night.

GuitarTown CT- Bluegrass Jam

Join us for a lively Bluegrass Jam at the Best Video Film & Cultural Center. A great opportunity for musicians and music lovers alike!

Bikini Kill

Don't miss Bikini Kill live with Kilynn Lunsford.

Bayway

Join us for a night with Cold Steel, Two-Piece, and Load Tha Nine at Space Ballroom in New Haven.

Mt. Joy

Join Mt. Joy for an evening of music at the Westville Music Bowl. Doors open at 5:30 PM and the show starts at 7:00 PM.

Ziggy Marley: Brightside Tour 2026

Experience Ziggy Marley with special guest Third World at College Street Music Hall.

Mystical Magical Trivia

Test your knowledge at the Mystical Magical Trivia night at Elm City's Cabaret at the Shubert Theatre. The event starts at 7:00 PM.

Outta Pocket

Catch Outta Pocket with Sin Against Sin, Terror Tactics, Mercy Whip, and Scorched Earth Policy at Space Ballroom.

Thousand Below

Don't miss Thousand Below with Acres, VCTMS, and Lost in Separation for an incredible night.

The Moth Mainstage

Experience storytelling at its finest with The Moth Mainstage.

The Carpenters Songbook: A Live Celebration

Celebrate the music of The Carpenters at the Shubert Theatre in New Haven. The event starts at 7:00 PM.

El Ten Eleven

Don't miss El Ten Eleven performing live with Tall Tall Trees at Space Ballroom.

The Secret Music Documentary Society hosted by Gorman Bechard and Dean Falcone

Join Gorman Bechard and Dean Falcone for a special event featuring music documentaries at the Best Video Film & Cultural Center. A must for music enthusiasts!

Edgehill: The Moving Out Tour

Join Edgehill with Palmer at Space Ballroom for an unforgettable night.

Cat Trivia w/ The Cat Collective

Test your knowledge of all things feline at Cat Trivia hosted by The Cat Collective at the Best Video Film & Cultural Center. Fun for cat lovers!

Nurse John: Against Medical Advice

Join us for Nurse John's performance at the Shubert Theatre in New Haven.

The FIXX, Colin Blunstone (The voice of the Zombies), and Peter Asher

Enjoy a night with The FIXX, Colin Blunstone, and Peter Asher at College Street Music Hall.

The FIXX, Colin Blunstone of the Zombies, and Peter Asher

Multi-platinum rockers The FIXX, Colin Blunstone (the legendary voice of The Zombies) and Peter Asher (of Peter & Gordon), join forces for a remarkable night of Brit-rock that transcends generations.

Wreckage: "Life On Display" Record Release

Celebrate the record release of Wreckage with Combust, C4, Face The Pain, and Neolithic at Space Ballroom.

Drag Talk

Join us for Drag Talk at The Cellar on Treadwell, hosted by Space Ballroom.

Family Yoga @ Best Video w/ Lani

Join us for a family-friendly yoga session at Best Video Film & Cultural Center. It's a great way to bond and relax together.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Experience Shakespeare’s enchanting comedy as selected scenes from A Midsummer Night’s Dream are brought to life alongside Mendelssohn’s original incidental music.

CHELSEA HANDLER: THE HIGH AND MIGHTY TOUR

Join Chelsea Handler for her High and Mighty Tour at College Street Music Hall in New Haven.

Swan Lake: Symphony of Lights

Enjoy the beautiful performance of Swan Lake at the Shubert Theatre in New Haven.

TopHouse

Experience TopHouse live with Katie Lynne Sharbaugh at Space Ballroom.

Taylor Mac and Matt Ray

Enjoy an evening with Taylor Mac and Matt Ray at the Shubert Theatre, featuring songs from 'Bark of Millions'.

Secret Cinema hosted by Rob Harmon

Join us for a unique cinematic experience at Best Video Film & Cultural Center. Discover hidden gems of film with Rob Harmon.

Kevin Atwater: Blush Red Tour

Don't miss Kevin Atwater on the Blush Red Tour with Jessie Mazin at Space Ballroom.

Notorious I.F.C Screening

Catch a screening of Notorious I.F.C at Best Video Film & Cultural Center. Enjoy a night of engaging cinema.

TASTE OF CHAOS

Experience an electrifying night with In This Moment & Hollywood Undead at College Street Music Hall in New Haven.

Manhattan Short Film Festival

Be the judge at the Manhattan Short Film Festival at Elm City's Cabaret in the Shubert Theatre. The event features a selection of short films.

Screening @ Best Video: A Matter of Life and Death

Join us for a screening of A Matter of Life and Death at Best Video Film & Cultural Center. Experience this classic film in a cozy setting.

Howling Giant

Join Howling Giant with Afghan Haze and SKØT at Space Ballroom.

An Evening with David Sedaris

Join author and humorist David Sedaris for an evening of storytelling at the Shubert Theatre. The event starts at 7:30 PM.

Rhododenron

Join us for Rhododenron with A Monolithic Dome and Doom Beach at Space Ballroom.

BRAT

Don't miss BRAT performing live at Space Ballroom in New Haven, featuring US Bastards, Cryptodira, and Whisper Upon Wind. A night of heavy music!

The Midnight: Time Machines

Enjoy The Midnight's Time Machines performance at College Street Music Hall in New Haven.

Shakedown Citi

Enjoy a night of music with Shakedown Citi at Space Ballroom.

Kingsley Flood, The Shellye Valauskas Experience

Enjoy a live performance by Kingsley Flood and The Shellye Valauskas Experience at Best Video Film & Cultural Center in New Haven.

Jazz Vocal: Mimi Lines

Experience an evening of jazz with vocalist Mimi Lines at Best Video Film & Cultural Center in New Haven.

Sylvan Esso

Catch Sylvan Esso live at College Street Music Hall for an evening of captivating performances.

Best Fest! (Physical Media Festival!)

Celebrate physical media at Best Fest, a festival dedicated to all things physical media.

Broadway & Beyond

From the bright lights of Broadway to the timeless standards of the Great American Songbook, experience cherished songs performed by a world-class singer and NHSO chamber ensemble.

Cannons: The Everything Glows Tour

Join Cannons for their Everything Glows Tour at College Street Music Hall in New Haven.

The Living Tombstone: The Multiplayer Tour

Don't miss The Living Tombstone's Multiplayer Tour at College Street Music Hall in New Haven.

Acoustic Alchemy

For more than 35 years, Acoustic Alchemy has been one of the most celebrated and influential groups in contemporary jazz.

Rodrigo y Gabriela – OurHome Tour

Experience the unique sounds of Rodrigo y Gabriela during their OurHome Tour at College Street Music Hall in New Haven.

Verdi’s Requiem

Perry So leads the NHSO, Hartt Choirs, and Yale Camerata in Verdi’s Requiem.

Blade Runner Live

Join us for a unique experience with Blade Runner Live at College Street Music Hall in New Haven.

Annual Halloween Special Event: Light Upon Blight live score to scary movie

Join us for a spooky evening featuring a live score to a scary movie at Best Video Film & Cultural Center.