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Weekly updated events happening in and around New Haven

Upcoming Events

Here's what's happening around the Elm City

FIFA World Cup 2026™ Public Screenings
Jun11
Thursday

FIFA World Cup 2026™ Public Screenings

Pitkin Plaza7:00 PM

Join other sports fans at the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Screenings this June & July! In partnership with Trinity Bar & Restaurant, this summer Pitkin Plaza transforms into the World Cup Village!

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Forms and Surfaces
Jun11
Thursday

Forms and Surfaces

Creative Arts Workshop7:30 PM

This class explores both form and surface in clay. Each week includes guided instruction on creating a specific ceramic form using a mix of wheel-throwing and hand-building techniques.

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The Dollyrots / Chaser Eight
Jun11
Thursday

The Dollyrots / Chaser Eight

Cafe Nine8:00 PM

Catch The Dollyrots live at Cafe Nine as they bring their punk rock energy to the stage, now featuring their children in the band for a unique family affair.

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Summer @ The Well: Ross Wightman & Amanda Ekery Duo
Jun11
Thursday

Summer @ The Well: Ross Wightman & Amanda Ekery Duo

Yale Schwarzman Center9:00 PM

Summer @ The Well is back, offering a refreshing social experience at a 21+ pub in the lower level of Yale Schwarzman Center. Each month of summer, The Well becomes the spot to gather with friends.

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Sketching in August Sander
Jun11
Thursday

Sketching in August Sander

Yale University Art Gallery9:30 PM

Inaugurated in 1867, Street Hall—today part of the Yale University Art Gallery—housed the first school of art in the country. Its curriculum permitted students from a variety of disciplines to explore art.

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Intro to Sewing: Get to Know Your Machine
Jun11
Thursday

Intro to Sewing: Get to Know Your Machine

MakeHaven9:30 PM

In this hands-on beginner workshop, participants will learn to operate a sewing machine with confidence—no experience required. Whether you’ve never touched a machine or you’re convinced you 'just can't sew', this class is for you.

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Salsa in Ninth Square
Jun11
Thursday

Salsa in Ninth Square

Orange Street Promenade10:00 PM

Salsa in Ninth Square is perfect for beginners and experts alike! At the beginning, learn from instructors, then spend the rest of the evening enjoying free dance on our rainbow dance floor.

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Making Functional Pots
Jun11
Thursday

Making Functional Pots

Creative Arts Workshop10:30 PM

If you are interested in making ceramic pieces for the home, this class is for you. Making functional pots is important to all levels of students, whether you throw pots on the wheel or prefer to hand-build.

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Moss Boy/Death Valley Sun Troopers/Porcelain/SCRT AGNT: Indie Rock
Jun11
Thursday
Camera Obscura @ Lyric Hall: The Treasure of the Sierra Madre (1948/NR/2h6m)
Jun11
Thursday

Camera Obscura @ Lyric Hall: The Treasure of the Sierra Madre (1948/NR/2h6m)

Lyric Hall6:30 PM

Best Video Film & Cultural Center and Lyric Hall are pleased to present the new series, CAMERA OBSCURA, to help bring MORE great cinema to New Haven!! On Thursday, June 11th, we will be screening John Huston’s 1948 Western drama, The Treasure of the Sierra Madre, starring Humphrey Bogart.

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Advanced Hand Bookbinding
Jun11
Thursday

Advanced Hand Bookbinding

Creative Arts Workshop11:00 PM

Veteran book arts expert Gisela Noack brings her many years of skill and experience in restoration and conservation to students working on their own advanced bookbinding or restoration projects.

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An Evening with Megan Hilty
Jun12
Friday

An Evening with Megan Hilty

Shubert Theatre8:00 PM

Join us for a captivating evening with Megan Hilty at the Shubert Theatre. The event starts at 8:00 PM.

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CAES: The Nation's Oldest Agricultural Experiment Station
Jun12
Friday

CAES: The Nation's Oldest Agricultural Experiment Station

Connecticut Agricultural Experiment StationN/A

Get to know the CAES through this guided tour of the grounds and explore this renowned Laboratory.

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Centering with Clay: Focusing on Foundations
Jun12
Friday

Centering with Clay: Focusing on Foundations

Creative Arts Workshop1:30 PM

Are you looking to improve your throwing skills? Seeking to center your clay and yourself? This class offers an opportunity to work towards your goals in clay.

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Heaven
Jun12
Friday

Heaven

Cafe Nine9:00 PM

Join us for Heaven, New Haven’s Post-Disco dance night featuring a mix of Italo, Electro, Hi-NRG, Synth-Funk, and Disco-infused electronics.

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Advanced Pottery Lab
Jun12
Friday

Advanced Pottery Lab

Creative Arts Workshop10:30 PM

Experienced participants who have been approved by an instructor are welcome to join these self-directed sessions. Please note that no formal instruction is provided.

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THE MARK KAPLAN JAZZ QUINTET
Jun12
Friday

THE MARK KAPLAN JAZZ QUINTET

Best Video Film & Cultural Center7:00 PM

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East Coast Greenway / Farmington Canal Trail North
Jun13
Saturday

East Coast Greenway / Farmington Canal Trail North

Farmington Canal TrailN/A

Travel North from New Haven to Cheshire and learn about plans to connect the former rail trail to Northampton, MA.

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NHFPL America 250/Juneteenth Celebration on the New Haven Green
Jun13
Saturday

NHFPL America 250/Juneteenth Celebration on the New Haven Green

New Haven Green12:00 PM

The New Haven Free Public Library will celebrate America's 250th anniversary with a system-wide Juneteenth celebration on June 13, 2026.

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New Haven Community Gardens
Jun13
Saturday

New Haven Community Gardens

New HavenN/A

This bike tour will visit New Haven's abundance of community gardens, as well as parks and conservation areas.

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I Am The Avalanche
Jun13
Saturday

I Am The Avalanche

Space Ballroom7:30 PM

Join I Am The Avalanche with Make Do and Mend and Brandon Reilly (of Nightmare of You) for an exciting night of music.

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Megan Hilty
Jun13
Saturday

Megan Hilty

Shubert Theatre12:00 AM

Megan Hilty comes to the Shubert shortly after her completing her acclaimed role of Madeline Ashton in the new hit musical, “Death Becomes Her,” which earned her a Tony Award-nomination.

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Emo Night Brooklyn
Jun13
Saturday

Emo Night Brooklyn

Toad's Place12:00 AM

Welcome to Emo Night Brooklyn, a late-night, DJ-driven dance party blasting the best emo and pop punk jams that raised us, ruined us, and somehow still define us. We’re taking over Toad's Place in New Haven.

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Summer Art Stroll
Jun13
Saturday

Summer Art Stroll

The Shops at Yale12:00 AM

Experience Downtown New Haven in a new way during the inaugural Summer Art Stroll, taking place June 13–28, 2026 throughout the Chapel Street, Broadway, and Whitney-Audubon Districts. This free event showcases local art and culture.

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Curtis Hasselbring's The Curhachestra
Jun13
Saturday

Curtis Hasselbring's The Curhachestra

Firehouse 1212:30 AM

Experience a night of jazz with Curtis Hasselbring and his ensemble at Firehouse 12.

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Jun13
Saturday

International Festival of Arts & Ideas

New Haven Green & Various VenuesVarious times, June 13-27

One of the nation's premier arts festivals featuring hundreds of free events — concerts, talks, performances, and outdoor programming across the city.

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All Levels Weekend Pottery
Jun13
Saturday

All Levels Weekend Pottery

Creative Arts Workshop1:30 PM

A relaxed, all-levels class for anyone interested in working with clay. Beginners will learn the basics of wheel throwing and hand building at the Creative Arts Workshop in New Haven.

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Bring Your Characters to Life!
Jun13
Saturday

Bring Your Characters to Life!

Creative Arts Workshop2:00 PM

In this 8-week class, students will bring original characters to life, from first concept to finished design. Learn the principles of character design while creating characters for animation at the Creative Arts Workshop in New Haven.

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Kayaking Opening Day
Jun13
Saturday

Kayaking Opening Day

Orange Street Canoe Launch2:00 PM

Kingfisher Adventures offers walk-up kayak rentals on the Mill River in East Rock Park. Join us at the Orange Street Canoe Launch for a fun day on the water.

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Saturday Jazz Jam ft. Gary Grippo
Jun13
Saturday

Saturday Jazz Jam ft. Gary Grippo

Cafe Nine4:00 PM

Join us for the Saturday Afternoon Jazz Jam at Cafe Nine, featuring a new house band each week and an open jam session. Admission is free and all ages are welcome.

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Meet me in the Margins: A Conversation with Ashley Rivera
Jun13
Saturday
JVK / Pond View / Splitview
Jun13
Saturday

JVK / Pond View / Splitview

Cafe Nine9:00 PM

Experience JVK, Pond View, and Splitview live at Cafe Nine as they push the boundaries of rock with their unique sounds. Join us for a night of great music.

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Mixed Surfaces
Jun14
Sunday

Mixed Surfaces

New HavenN/A

Learn techniques from one of New Haven's most prolific riders and skilled educators on navigating mixed surfaces.

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Shucking the Status Quo: How Communities Are Restoring Long Island Sound One Shell at a Time
Jun14
Sunday

Shucking the Status Quo: How Communities Are Restoring Long Island Sound One Shell at a Time

New HavenN/A

Join shellfish farmers and community members for a conversation about restoring Long Island Sound through local aquaculture.

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New Haven Greenways 2030: West River Greenway
Jun14
Sunday

New Haven Greenways 2030: West River Greenway

Pond Lily Nature Preserve12:00 AM

New Haven Greenways 2030 is a vision for active, connected, green transportation and recreation across New Haven. The West River Greenway starts at the Pond Lily Nature Preserve, includes Edgewood Park and options to continue south to connect to the Shoreline Greenway.

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She Worms Composting (Workshop)
Jun14
Sunday

She Worms Composting (Workshop)

New Haven, CT12:00 AM

You’re invited to join She Worms Composting as we digest the simple, clean, and easy method of composting called Vermicomposting. You will learn what to consider for worm composting, how to maintain a worm bin, what to feed your worm, and how to harvest and use worm castings.

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Chef’s Roundtable: A Conversation on Local Food
Jun14
Sunday

Chef’s Roundtable: A Conversation on Local Food

New Haven, CT12:00 AM

What does it really mean to cook local — and why does it matter? Join Chefs Emily Mingrone, Arturo Franco-Camacho, and Damon "Daye" Sawyer for an honest, delicious conversation about sourcing close to home, building relationships with local farmers and fishers, and what sustainable food can look like on a Connecticut plate.

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Vanna: Celebrating 20 Years of The Search Party Never Came
Jun14
Sunday

Vanna: Celebrating 20 Years of The Search Party Never Came

Space Ballroom7:30 PM

Celebrate 20 years of Vanna with Godseyes, Motherwell, and Sinking In at Space Ballroom.

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Family Yoga @ Best Video w/ Lani
Jun14
Sunday

Family Yoga @ Best Video w/ Lani

Best Video Film & Cultural Center1:00 PM

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Horace Pinker / Celebration Summer / ERRTH / High Wasted Genes
Jun14
Sunday

Horace Pinker / Celebration Summer / ERRTH / High Wasted Genes

Cafe Nine7:00 PM

Join us for a night of punk rock with Horace Pinker, Celebration Summer, ERRTH, and High Wasted Genes at Cafe Nine. Enjoy powerful music and thoughtful lyrics.

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A Five-Course Farm-to-Table Experience with Chef Meg Fama
Jun15
Monday

A Five-Course Farm-to-Table Experience with Chef Meg Fama

Farm Belly12:00 AM

Join us at Farm Belly for an intimate five-course tasting menu celebrating the season's finest ingredients, thoughtfully prepared by Chef Meg Fama. Each dish tells a story of place, craft, and creativity.

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A Flash of Green: A Poetry reading from Karen Ponzio
Jun15
Monday

A Flash of Green: A Poetry reading from Karen Ponzio

Best Video Film & Cultural Center7:00 PM

Join Karen Ponzio at Best Video on Monday, June 15th for a reading from her new poetry book, “A Flash of Green”. Doors open at 6:30pm.

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Finding Home: An Evening of Story & Song
Jun16
Tuesday

Finding Home: An Evening of Story & Song

New Haven, CT12:00 AM

What makes a place feel like home? This event explores the connections to people, language, and the city that shape our sense of belonging.

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Bad Cop Bad Cop
Jun16
Tuesday

Bad Cop Bad Cop

Space Ballroom7:00 PM

Catch Bad Cop Bad Cop with Pretty Bitter and Evan Greer live at Space Ballroom.

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Brian Dolzani
Jun16
Tuesday

Brian Dolzani

Cafe Nine8:00 PM

Experience the soulful sounds of Brian Dolzani, a contemporary singer/songwriter influenced by classic artists. His music connects deeply with audiences through storytelling.

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Charley Crockett – Age of the Ram Tour
Jun17
Wednesday

Charley Crockett – Age of the Ram Tour

College Street Music Hall7:00 PM

Catch Charley Crockett live at College Street Music Hall with special guest Wild Horses. A night of great music awaits!

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Sister Cities Film - Cabrini (2024)
Jun17
Wednesday

Sister Cities Film - Cabrini (2024)

New Haven, CT12:00 AM

This program features a screening of the Cabrini film followed by a community conversation connecting global perspectives through the Sister Cities initiative. The event explores themes of migration, cultural identity, and belonging.

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Ice Cream Social
Jun17
Wednesday

Ice Cream Social

New Haven, CT12:00 AM

New Haven's Wednesday night tradition continues. Join us for a pleasant ride to a local ice cream or gelato shop for a refreshing treat.

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Hair, Home & Belonging
Jun17
Wednesday

Hair, Home & Belonging

New Haven, CT12:00 AM

Hair, Home & Belonging is an intimate panel conversation that centers Black hair as a site of identity, culture, and community. The evening brings together hair practitioners, a historian, and a celebrated author for a conversation that is both personal and political.

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Codefendants / Allie Burnet / Sketch tha Cataclysm
Jun17
Wednesday

Codefendants / Allie Burnet / Sketch tha Cataclysm

Cafe Nine8:00 PM

Join Codefendants, a unique blend of hip-hop and punk rock, at Cafe Nine on June 17, 2026. This event promises an unforgettable night of music and creativity.

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Cult Night w/ Molly
Jun17
Wednesday

Cult Night w/ Molly

Best Video Film & Cultural Center7:00 PM

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Pilobolus: Other Worlds
Jun18
Thursday

Pilobolus: Other Worlds

Shubert Theatre8:00 PM

Experience the innovative dance company Pilobolus at the Shubert Theatre. The event starts at 8:00 PM.

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moe.mentUM Tour: moe. & Umphrey’s McGee
Jun18
Thursday

moe.mentUM Tour: moe. & Umphrey’s McGee

College Street Music Hall7:00 PM

Don't miss the moe.mentUM Tour featuring moe. and Umphrey’s McGee at College Street Music Hall. A night filled with incredible performances!

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Lost in New Haven: Where Every Object Tells a Story
Jun18
Thursday

Lost in New Haven: Where Every Object Tells a Story

New Haven, CT12:00 AM

Lost in New Haven invites audiences to experience an immersive guided tour through a Cabinet of Curiosities celebrating the city’s rich history. This journey weaves together artifacts, personal stories, and hidden histories that bring New Haven’s past to life.

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The Symphony Goes to the Zoo!
Jun18
Thursday

The Symphony Goes to the Zoo!

Beardsley Zoo1:00 PM

Meet the musicians of the New Haven Symphony Orchestra at Symphony Goes to the Zoo! This interactive program is designed for kids and families and explores how music and animals are connected.

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Sunny War
Jun18
Thursday

Sunny War

Cafe Nine8:00 PM

Experience the haunting sounds of Sunny War at Cafe Nine on June 18, 2026. Her music reflects a deep connection to memories and the past, making for a captivating performance.

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Jun18
Thursday

Motion in Time Gala

Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale4:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Arts & Ideas Annual Gala with cocktail hour and dinner at Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, Pilobolus at Shubert Theatre, and an after party at ZINC New Haven.

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An Evening with Joe Avati
Jun19
Friday

An Evening with Joe Avati

Shubert Theatre7:00 PM

Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Joe Avati at the Shubert Theatre. The event starts at 7:00 PM.

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Skeleton Canoe
Jun19
Friday

Skeleton Canoe

International Festival of Arts & Ideas12:00 AM

Written and performed by GRAMMY Award winner Ty Defoe, Skeleton Canoe is the powerful story of an Indigenous youth on the search for truth, belonging, and self-understanding.

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Sonido Gallo Negro
Jun19
Friday

Sonido Gallo Negro

Space Ballroom8:00 PM

Experience the vibrant sounds of Sonido Gallo Negro with Pangea Worldbeat and DJ Shaki at Space Ballroom.

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Jun19
Friday

Juneteenth Jamboree 2026

New Haven GreenSee event schedule

Festival of Arts & Ideas Juneteenth celebration honoring Voices of Belonging and commemorating Lucy and Lois Tritton.

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MINKA / Jabbawaukee
Jun19
Friday

MINKA / Jabbawaukee

Cafe Nine9:00 PM

Catch MINKA and Jabbawaukee at Cafe Nine on June 19, 2026, for a night filled with high-energy dance-driven pop and funk influences.

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GREYLYNG/THE REZISTORS: INDIE ROCK
Jun19
Friday

GREYLYNG/THE REZISTORS: INDIE ROCK

Best Video Film & Cultural Center7:00 PM

Indie rockers The Rezistors will play Best Video Film & Cultural Center on Friday, June 19th at 7pm with fellow rockers Greylyng opening.

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Electric Avenue - The 80s MTV Experience
Jun20
Saturday

Electric Avenue - The 80s MTV Experience

Shubert Theatre8:00 PM

Relive the best records of the 80s at the Shubert Theatre. The event starts at 8:00 PM.

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East Coast Greenway South
Jun20
Saturday

East Coast Greenway South

International Festival of Arts & Ideas12:00 AM

Travel South on the East Coast Greenway to Silver Sands State Park in Milford. This section of the ECG incorporates the Vision Trail, the Harbor side trail, the Long Wharf Nature Preserve, and the Savin Rock Trail.

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Bike Shop-O-Rama
Jun20
Saturday

Bike Shop-O-Rama

International Festival of Arts & Ideas12:00 AM

Meet your friendly neighborhood bike entrepreneurs. In New Haven we have access to on street mechanics, workshops to learn bike repair, a bike share and so much more.

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Music of Loss and Renewal
Jun20
Saturday

Music of Loss and Renewal

International Festival of Arts & Ideas12:00 AM

Join the Yale Choral Artists, Yale's professional choral ensemble, for an exciting and adventurous program featuring the premiere of Grammy-winning composer Chris Cerrone's Last Message Received.

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40 Below Summer
Jun20
Saturday

40 Below Summer

Space Ballroom7:00 PM

Join 40 Below Summer with Skin Crawl, Dethwish, and Slugs for an electrifying night at Space Ballroom.

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ROBERT MESSORE: CHILDREN'S MUSIC
Jun20
Saturday

ROBERT MESSORE: CHILDREN'S MUSIC

Best Video Film & Cultural Center2:30 PM

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Saturday Jazz Jam ft. Tony Di & Friends
Jun20
Saturday

Saturday Jazz Jam ft. Tony Di & Friends

Cafe Nine4:00 PM

Join the Saturday Jazz Jam at Cafe Nine on June 20, 2026, featuring Tony Di & Friends. This long-standing tradition invites musicians of all levels to participate in a free jam session.

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Jun20
Saturday

Juneteenth Village & Marketplace

New Haven GreenSee event schedule

Juneteenth Village and Marketplace celebrating Black Wall Street communities, family, culture, collective power, learning, and prosperity.

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Clownvis Presley / Hashtronaut
Jun20
Saturday

Clownvis Presley / Hashtronaut

Cafe Nine9:00 PM

Don't miss Clownvis Presley at Cafe Nine on June 20, 2026, for a night of music, comedy, and magic. Known for his unique performances, Clownvis promises to entertain with original songs and hits.

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CONFLUENCE ENSEMBLE: MIDSOMMAR SOLSTIC CELEBRATION
Jun20
Saturday

CONFLUENCE ENSEMBLE: MIDSOMMAR SOLSTIC CELEBRATION

Best Video Film & Cultural Center7:00 PM

Join the Confluence Ensemble for a celebration of the summer solstice at Best Video Film & Cultural Center. Experience an evening of music and community.

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Nicole Zuraitis
Jun21
Sunday

Nicole Zuraitis

Elm City's Cabaret at the Shubert Theatre2:00 PM

Join us for a special performance by Nicole Zuraitis at Elm City's Cabaret in the Shubert Theatre. The event starts at 2:00 PM.

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Spoon & The Beths: US Tour 2026
Jun21
Sunday

Spoon & The Beths: US Tour 2026

College Street Music Hall7:00 PM

Spoon and The Beths are coming to College Street Music Hall for their US Tour 2026, featuring Squirrel Flower. Get ready for an unforgettable night!

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New Haven Greenways 2030: Crosstown Greenway
Jun21
Sunday

New Haven Greenways 2030: Crosstown Greenway

International Festival of Arts & Ideas12:00 AM

New Haven Greenways 2030 is a vision for active, connected, green transportation and recreation across New Haven.

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New Haven's Closet: 400 Years of Queer History in the Elm City
Jun21
Sunday

New Haven's Closet: 400 Years of Queer History in the Elm City

International Festival of Arts & Ideas12:00 AM

Take a walking tour of Downtown New Haven, but seen through a queer lens. Discover a hidden history—four centuries in the making—among the nine squares in the country’s first planned city.

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The Cypher: The Story of Hip-Hop through Movement, Music & Media
Jun21
Sunday

The Cypher: The Story of Hip-Hop through Movement, Music & Media

International Festival of Arts & Ideas12:00 AM

The Cypher brings together three people who have dedicated their lives to hip hop for an honest conversation about where the culture came from and how it's carried itself through time.

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70th Anniversary of the Sister Cities International
Jun21
Sunday

70th Anniversary of the Sister Cities International

New Haven12:00 AM

Sister Cities International mission is to promote peace through mutual respect, understanding, and cooperation. Come and find out more about New Haven's Sister City initiatives.

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Introduction to the Cypher: Hip-Hop 101 Dance Workshop with Hanan Hameen (Workshop)
Jun21
Sunday

Introduction to the Cypher: Hip-Hop 101 Dance Workshop with Hanan Hameen (Workshop)

New Haven12:00 AM

This beginner-friendly workshop breaks down the foundational movements and culture behind hip hop dance. Join us in New Haven to gain confidence and learn the history of hip hop.

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Drew Dixon: In the Room Where It Happens
Jun21
Sunday

Drew Dixon: In the Room Where It Happens

New Haven12:00 AM

Join us for a keynote conversation with Drew Dixon, a key figure in hip hop music history. This event in New Haven will explore her influential career and contributions to iconic records.

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Selected Shorts at Arts & Ideas
Jun21
Sunday

Selected Shorts at Arts & Ideas

New Haven12:00 AM

The popular radio show Selected Shorts comes to New Haven for an evening of intriguing short fiction. Join us for stories that resonate with the theme of home.

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A Night of Jazz: Music Benefit
Jun21
Sunday

A Night of Jazz: Music Benefit

Best Video Film & Cultural Center7:00 PM

Enjoy a night of jazz while supporting a good cause at Best Video Film & Cultural Center. This benefit concert promises great music and a wonderful atmosphere.

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The Toxhards – “Get Destructive Tour” Summer 2026 Tour
Jun22
Monday

The Toxhards – “Get Destructive Tour” Summer 2026 Tour

Space Ballroom8:00 PM

Don't miss The Toxhards on their 'Get Destructive Tour' with Thesaurus Rex at Space Ballroom.

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All The Pretty Horses / Thee Windows / AP Flynn / Sinecera
Jun22
Monday

All The Pretty Horses / Thee Windows / AP Flynn / Sinecera

Cafe Nine8:00 PM

Join us at Cafe Nine on June 22, 2026, for a night featuring All The Pretty Horses and Thee Windows. This event showcases a blend of indie rock and unique sounds.

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Screening @ Best Video: The Conformist
Jun22
Monday

Screening @ Best Video: The Conformist

Best Video Film & Cultural Center7:00 PM

Catch a screening of the classic film 'The Conformist' at Best Video Film & Cultural Center. A must-see for film enthusiasts.

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Gang of Four
Jun23
Tuesday

Gang of Four

Space Ballroom8:00 PM

Catch Gang of Four with Downtown Boys live at Space Ballroom for an unforgettable night.

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Ryan Cassata / The Sea Tease / Evan Greer / Wow, Okay, Cool
Jun23
Tuesday

Ryan Cassata / The Sea Tease / Evan Greer / Wow, Okay, Cool

Cafe Nine8:00 PM

Experience the powerful performance of Ryan Cassata at Cafe Nine on June 23, 2026. Known for his activism and music, Ryan's show is not to be missed.

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The Secret Music Documentary Society hosted by Gorman Bechard and Dean Falcone
Jun23
Tuesday

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

Best Video Film & Cultural Center6:00 PM

Join Gorman Bechard and Dean Falcone for an engaging discussion and screening at Best Video Film & Cultural Center. A great event for music lovers.

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New Haven Greenways 2030: Mill River Greenway
Jun24
Wednesday

New Haven Greenways 2030: Mill River Greenway

New Haven12:00 AM

Explore the vision for active, connected, green transportation across New Haven. The trail will enhance recreation and connectivity in our community.

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King Kyote
Jun24
Wednesday

King Kyote

Cafe Nine8:00 PM

Join King Kyote at Cafe Nine on June 24, 2026, for a night of rock and blues. His fiery performances and honest songwriting make for an unforgettable experience.

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Jazz Night: Allen Lowe & The All-Stars
Jun24
Wednesday

Jazz Night: Allen Lowe & The All-Stars

Best Video Film & Cultural Center7:00 PM

Join Allen Lowe and The All-Stars for a night of jazz at Best Video Film & Cultural Center. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with great music and drinks.

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Elm City's Finest
Jun25
Thursday

Elm City's Finest

Elm City's Cabaret at the Shubert Theatre8:00 PM

Don't miss the feature performance of Drag Night at Elm City's Cabaret in the Shubert Theatre. The event starts at 8:00 PM.

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Lord Huron
Jun25
Thursday

Lord Huron

Westville Music Bowl8:00 PM

Catch Lord Huron live with special guest Thao at the Westville Music Bowl. The event starts at 8:00 PM.

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Sketching in the Galleries
Jun25
Thursday

Sketching in the Galleries

Yale University Art Gallery12:00 AM

Join us for a relaxing sketching session at the Yale University Art Gallery, inspired by this year’s NEA Big Read book. Connect with art and explore themes of home and identity.

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Fair Haven Bilingual Book Club, Featuring The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros (Session 2)
Jun25
Thursday

Fair Haven Bilingual Book Club, Featuring The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros (Session 2)

Fair Haven Branch Library12:00 AM

Join the Fair Haven Bilingual Book Club to discuss The House on Mango Street. All Spanish and English speakers are welcome to engage in this enriching conversation.

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Somi
Jun25
Thursday

Somi

New Haven12:00 AM

Vocalist Somi Kakoma brings her unique blend of jazz and storytelling to New Haven. Experience her latest work, inspired by the legacy of Miriam Makeba.

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Delta Sleep
Jun25
Thursday

Delta Sleep

Space Ballroom7:30 PM

Experience Delta Sleep with Michael Cera Palin and Combat at Space Ballroom for a night of great music.

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Matt Kampe & The Hub
Jun26
Friday

Matt Kampe & The Hub

New Haven12:00 AM

Join us for a high-energy performance by Matt Kampe & The Hub, a band known for their funk, rock, and soul fusion. Experience their unique sound live in New Haven.

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Cimafunk and La Tribu
Jun26
Friday

Cimafunk and La Tribu

New Haven12:00 AM

Cimafunk brings a unique blend of funk and cultural celebration to New Haven. Experience a performance that honors blackness and musical heritage.

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The Mercy Velvet Project
Jun26
Friday

The Mercy Velvet Project

International Festival of Arts & Ideas7:00 PM

The Mercy Velvet Project is an embodied re-creation of the 1999 album, Live in Vain by Mercy Velvet. This work explores our collective need for community to survive, featuring musicians and dancers moving as one.

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Midnight North
Jun26
Friday

Midnight North

Space Ballroom8:00 PM

Join Midnight North with Molly Murphy for a night of captivating music at Space Ballroom.

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DR. CATERWAUL'S CADRE OF CLAIRVOYANT CLAPTRAPS PLAY TOM WAITS: FOLK/WORLD MUSIC
Jun26
Friday

DR. CATERWAUL'S CADRE OF CLAIRVOYANT CLAPTRAPS PLAY TOM WAITS: FOLK/WORLD MUSIC

Best Video Film & Cultural Center7:00 PM

Experience a unique performance by Dr. Caterwaul's Cadre of Clairvoyant Claptraps at Best Video Film & Cultural Center. Enjoy folk and world music in a cozy setting.

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Aziz Ansari: Hypothetical Tour
Jun27
Saturday

Aziz Ansari: Hypothetical Tour

College Street Music Hall7:00 PM

Join comedian Aziz Ansari for his Hypothetical Tour at College Street Music Hall. Expect a night of laughter and entertainment!

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New Haven Greenways 2030: Shoreline Greenway
Jun27
Saturday

New Haven Greenways 2030: Shoreline Greenway

International Festival of Arts & Ideas7:00 PM

New Haven Greenways 2030 is a vision for active, connected, green transportation and recreation across New Haven. The Shoreline Greenway Trail aims to create a trail from Madison to New Haven.

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Lost in New Haven: A Cultural Scavenger Hunt
Jun27
Saturday

Lost in New Haven: A Cultural Scavenger Hunt

International Festival of Arts & Ideas7:00 PM

Lost in New Haven engages you with immersive exhibits and interactivity to present our shared American story within one city. Test your knowledge of New Haven history or come to learn more on this engaging scavenger hunt.

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The People's Place: Four Centuries of Gathering on the New Haven Green
Jun27
Saturday

The People's Place: Four Centuries of Gathering on the New Haven Green

International Festival of Arts & Ideas7:00 PM

The Green has long served the needs of citizens through various uses, including civic buildings and parades. This event explores the historical significance of the New Haven Green.

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Greg Mendez
Jun27
Saturday

Greg Mendez

Space Ballroom8:00 PM

Catch Greg Mendez with Scarlet Rae live at Space Ballroom for an evening of great performances.

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American Icons
Jun27
Saturday

American Icons

New Haven Green6:00 PM

Dance the night away with music by Michael Jackson, Prince, Elvis, and Whitney Houston as part of the International Festival of Arts & Ideas!

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Jun27
Saturday

American Icons featuring New Haven Symphony Orchestra

New Haven GreenEvening

Capathia Jenkins and Ryan Shaw join the New Haven Symphony Orchestra for songs by Michael Jackson, Prince, Whitney Houston, Gladys Knight, Elvis Presley, Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, and more.

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Contemplative Spaces
Jun28
Sunday

Contemplative Spaces

International Festival of Arts & Ideas7:00 PM

Join us on a tour to discover quiet spots in New Haven where you can slow down and reflect. This event encourages mindfulness and appreciation of the city's serene spaces.

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Invitation to Engage: 60 Years of Long Wharf Theatre & Beyond
Jun28
Sunday

Invitation to Engage: 60 Years of Long Wharf Theatre & Beyond

International Festival of Arts & Ideas7:00 PM

Join a free curator-led tour celebrating the history and artistry of New Haven's Long Wharf Theatre. This immersive exhibition highlights the theatre's legacy in the community.

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Whose America? Perspectives on Identity and Belonging
Jun28
Sunday

Whose America? Perspectives on Identity and Belonging

International Festival of Arts & Ideas7:00 PM

Join contemporary authors as they explore race, citizenship, and identity in America. This event features vital voices discussing how literature can shape our understanding of belonging.

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Dzien Dobry! Polish Heritage in New Haven
Jun28
Sunday

Dzien Dobry! Polish Heritage in New Haven

International Festival of Arts & Ideas7:00 PM

Discover New Haven’s Polish neighborhoods with a guided tour that unveils local immigrant history. Enjoy pierogi snacks while exploring the impact of urban development on the Polish community.

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Memory as Museum: Curating the Self led by Antoinette Brim-Bell (Workshop)
Jun28
Sunday

Memory as Museum: Curating the Self led by Antoinette Brim-Bell (Workshop)

International Festival of Arts & Ideas7:00 PM

Join poet Antoinette Brim-Bell for a workshop exploring memory as a curated archive. Participants will engage in guided writing to examine how remembrance functions as architecture.

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Style and Power Demystified: Civic Architecture on and Around the New Haven Green
Jun28
Sunday

Style and Power Demystified: Civic Architecture on and Around the New Haven Green

New Haven Green7:00 PM

Explore the evolution of civic architecture in New Haven, reflecting on the city's history from colonial times to the present. This event will delve into how the buildings around the New Haven Green contribute to the city's identity.

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The Stories We Carry: A Conversation with Sandra Cisneros
Jun28
Sunday

The Stories We Carry: A Conversation with Sandra Cisneros

New Haven7:00 PM

Join celebrated author Sandra Cisneros for an intimate conversation about belonging and storytelling. This event promises insights into her literary journey and the themes that resonate in her work.

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Jun28
Sunday

Escape to the Islands: A Caribbean Cultural Celebration

New Haven GreenFestival starts 2:00 PM; concert 6:00 PM

New Haven Caribbean Heritage Festival celebration with food trucks, island marketplace, cultural displays, storytelling, and live performances.

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GuitarTownCT Bluegrass Jam
Jun28
Sunday

GuitarTownCT Bluegrass Jam

Best Video Film & Cultural Center7:00 PM

Join fellow musicians and bluegrass enthusiasts for a jam session at Best Video Film & Cultural Center. Bring your instrument and enjoy a night of music.

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Secret Cinema hosted by Rob Harmon
Jun30
Tuesday

Secret Cinema hosted by Rob Harmon

Best Video Film & Cultural Center7:00 PM

Join Rob Harmon for a special screening at Best Video Film & Cultural Center. Discover hidden gems of cinema in a welcoming environment.

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Book Signing w/ Jenn L Beckwith, "All Good Cretins go to Heaven". A Ramones Fan Perspective
Jun30
Tuesday

Book Signing w/ Jenn L Beckwith, "All Good Cretins go to Heaven". A Ramones Fan Perspective

Best Video Film & Cultural Center7:00 PM

Meet author Jenn L Beckwith at Best Video Film & Cultural Center for a book signing of her latest work. A must-attend for Ramones fans and book lovers alike.

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Sqwerv
Jul3
Friday

Sqwerv

Space Ballroom7:00 PM

Join us for an exciting night of music at Space Ballroom.

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Connecticut Book Launch for Scott Laudati’s Rainbow Road featuring Scott Laudati, Emily Costa, Terri Linn Davis, Zora Satchell, & Aug Stone
Jul3
Friday

Connecticut Book Launch for Scott Laudati’s Rainbow Road featuring Scott Laudati, Emily Costa, Terri Linn Davis, Zora Satchell, & Aug Stone

Best Video Film & Cultural Center7:00 PM

Join us for the Connecticut book launch of Scott Laudati’s 'Rainbow Road' at Best Video Film & Cultural Center. Meet the author and enjoy an evening of literature.

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CONAN
Jul6
Monday

CONAN

Space Ballroom7:00 PM

Experience an electrifying performance with Chained to the Bottom of the Ocean and Disfigure at Space Ballroom.

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Bricknasty
Jul9
Thursday

Bricknasty

Space Ballroom7:00 PM

Don't miss Bricknasty live at Space Ballroom for an unforgettable night.

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Sun Kil Moon
Jul10
Friday

Sun Kil Moon

Space Ballroom7:00 PM

An Evening with Sun Kil Moon at Space Ballroom promises to be a captivating experience.

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An Evening With Band of Horses and Dinosaur Jr.
Jul11
Saturday

An Evening With Band of Horses and Dinosaur Jr.

College Street Music Hall7:00 PM

Experience an unforgettable evening with Band of Horses and Dinosaur Jr. at College Street Music Hall. A must-see for music lovers!

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PERENNIAL, CUSSING
Jul11
Saturday

PERENNIAL, CUSSING

Best Video Film & Cultural Center7:00 PM

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No Cure: A Darkness Is Spreading Across North America
Jul12
Sunday

No Cure: A Darkness Is Spreading Across North America

Space Ballroom6:30 PM

Join us for a night of powerful performances with Big Ass Truck, Bayway, BOLTCUTTER, and Bound at Space Ballroom.

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Six Feet Under
Jul13
Monday

Six Feet Under

Space Ballroom7:00 PM

Catch Six Feet Under live with Kataklysm, Wormhole, and Groaning Retch at Space Ballroom.

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Craig Finn / Patterson Hood
Jul14
Tuesday

Craig Finn / Patterson Hood

Space Ballroom7:00 PM

Enjoy an evening with Craig Finn and Patterson Hood at Space Ballroom.

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Ex-Faces
Jul15
Wednesday

Ex-Faces

Space Ballroom7:00 PM

Don't miss Ex-Faces performing live with Saints of Solomon and Deep Within at Space Ballroom.

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Eric Hutchinson - Summer Tour 2026
Jul16
Thursday

Eric Hutchinson - Summer Tour 2026

Space Ballroom7:00 PM

Join us for Eric Hutchinson's Summer Tour 2026 at Space Ballroom.

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Royal Thunder
Jul17
Friday

Royal Thunder

Space Ballroom7:00 PM

Experience the powerful sounds of Royal Thunder live at Space Ballroom.

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JAMES LIMERICK KERR
Jul17
Friday

JAMES LIMERICK KERR

Best Video Film & Cultural Center7:00 PM

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JACK WHITE LIVE 2026
Jul18
Saturday

JACK WHITE LIVE 2026

College Street Music Hall7:00 PM

Don't miss Jack White live at College Street Music Hall in 2026. A night of incredible music awaits!

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Adjust The Sails: The Hella Overrated Tour
Jul21
Tuesday

Adjust The Sails: The Hella Overrated Tour

Space Ballroom7:00 PM

Join us for an exciting night with Sunday Cruise, worlds greatest dad, and Cinema Stare at Space Ballroom.

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Lyle Lovett and his Small Large Band
Jul22
Wednesday

Lyle Lovett and his Small Large Band

College Street Music Hall7:00 PM

Join Lyle Lovett and his Small Large Band at College Street Music Hall for a night of great music with Hayes Carll.

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School of Rock AllStars
Jul23
Thursday

School of Rock AllStars

Space Ballroom6:30 PM

Experience the talent of the School of Rock AllStars at Space Ballroom.

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Hallmark Stars Live – Presented by Michaels
Jul24
Friday

Hallmark Stars Live – Presented by Michaels

College Street Music Hall7:00 PM

Enjoy a special evening with Hallmark Stars at College Street Music Hall, featuring Nikki Deloach, Andrew Walker, and more.

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Mac Saturn
Jul24
Friday

Mac Saturn

Space Ballroom8:00 PM

Catch Mac Saturn live at Space Ballroom for an unforgettable night.

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Steely Dead – A Sonic Fusion of The Grateful Dead and Steely Dan
Jul25
Saturday

Steely Dead – A Sonic Fusion of The Grateful Dead and Steely Dan

Space Ballroom8:00 PM

Enjoy a unique musical experience with Steely Dead at Space Ballroom.

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Judge / Bold
Jul26
Sunday

Judge / Bold

Space Ballroom7:00 PM

Don't miss Judge and Bold live at Space Ballroom, featuring Ambitions and Last Order.

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Gang Green
Jul30
Thursday

Gang Green

Space Ballroom7:30 PM

Join Gang Green for a night of punk rock at Space Ballroom, featuring F.U.'s, Tree, and Worm.

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Jammy Buffet
Aug5
Wednesday

Jammy Buffet

Space Ballroom8:00 PM

An Evening with Jammy Buffet at Space Ballroom promises great music and fun.

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GUHTS
Aug6
Thursday

GUHTS

Space Ballroom8:00 PM

Catch GUHTS live at The Cellar on Treadwell, featuring Toothless and Pestilent Empire.

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Franz Ferdinand: Greater Glasgow Cultural Exchange
Aug7
Friday

Franz Ferdinand: Greater Glasgow Cultural Exchange

College Street Music Hall7:00 PM

Franz Ferdinand will perform at College Street Music Hall as part of the Greater Glasgow Cultural Exchange. Don't miss this exciting event!

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Jon Batiste Live
Aug13
Thursday

Jon Batiste Live

Westville Music Bowl7:00 PM

Join us for an unforgettable performance by Jon Batiste at the Westville Music Bowl. Doors open at 5:30 PM.

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Rock of the 80’s
Aug22
Saturday

Rock of the 80’s

College Street Music Hall7:00 PM

Join us for an unforgettable night featuring China Crisis, Big Country, The Vapors, and The Icicle Works.

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SQUEEZE - TRIED, TESTED AND TRIXIES
Aug25
Tuesday

SQUEEZE - TRIED, TESTED AND TRIXIES

Westville Music Bowl8:00 PM

Enjoy a night with Squeeze featuring special guests Adam Ant and Haircut 100 at the Westville Music Bowl.

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SQUEEZE -  TRIED, TESTED AND TRIXIES
Aug25
Tuesday

SQUEEZE - TRIED, TESTED AND TRIXIES

Westville Music BowlAll Day

Enjoy a night with Squeeze and special guests Adam Ant and Haircut 100 at the Westville Music Bowl in New Haven.

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Sevendust & Theory of a Deadman: The Dead / Seven Tour
Aug29
Saturday

Sevendust & Theory of a Deadman: The Dead / Seven Tour

College Street Music Hall7:00 PM

Catch Sevendust and Theory of a Deadman live, along with Return to Dust.

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