More upcoming events in and around New Haven
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– · 2:30 PM
Wilson Branch
Join a monthly book club hosted by the Humanist Association of Connecticut and discuss The People, No: A Brief History of Anti-Populism by Thomas Frank. All are welcome.
· 8:00 PM
Space Ballroom
Spread Eagle appears at Space Ballroom with Livesay and Streetcar Revenge. This New Haven-area concert is part of the venue's late-November schedule.
– · 7:00 PM
Best Video Film & Cultural Center
Join David Coller and Diane Chodkowski for a captivating performance at Best Video Film & Cultural Center.
– · 7:30 PM
Yale Schwarzman Center
One of the most celebrated Odissi performers of her generation, Bijayini Satpathy brings a deeply spiritual classical dance performance to Yale Schwarzman Center. Her work is rooted in a tradition that is thousands of years old and still vividly alive.
· 3:00 PM
Lyman Center for the Performing Arts
Experience a spectrum of music and dance across time, from Nutcracker to Hip Hop!
· 6:00 PM
Cafe Nine
A live show at Cafe Nine featuring Minibeast, PONS, and Bajzelle. Doors open at 5:00 PM and the show starts at 6:00 PM on Sunday, November 22, 2026.
· 1:00 PM
MakeHaven
In this practical workshop, you will learn how to stitch a sturdy cloth shopping bag that doubles as reusable holiday gift wrap and a reliable everyday tote. No experience is required.
· 7:30 PM
Woolsey Hall
All are welcome to join this concert of organ music by Wolfgang Zerer performed on Yale’s Newberry Organ. The performance is part of the Great Organ Music at Yale series and is free and open to the public.
Free admission
· 3:00 PM
Fair Haven Library
A creative Monday drop-in at Fair Haven Library with crafting and a sweet treat. It is designed as a fun, social activity to start the week.
· 4:00 PM
Ives Main Library
Learn the basics of Canva in this interactive session at Ives Main Library's Computer Classroom. Participants will be introduced to Canva's functions and features and can try the tool with assistance.
· 3:30 PM
Wilson Branch
Join the Wilson Branch for a simple and fun after-school hangout with activities that may include crafts, STEM projects, and other special events. This program is appropriate for school-age children, and younger children may attend with an adult.
· 10:00 AM
Fair Haven Library
The Fair Haven Library closes early today at 2:00 PM. Please plan your visit accordingly.
· 9:00 PM
Cafe Nine
Dean Falcone’s long-running Thanksgiving Eve tradition returns to Cafe Nine for a night of musical mayhem and holiday reunions. The event brings together local musicians, longtime friends, and special guests for an unconventional live music celebration.
· 8:00 PM
Space Ballroom
Nicole Atkins performs at Space Ballroom with John Gallagher Jr. This is a live music event for the New Haven area.
· 12:30 AM
Toads Place CT
Eggy takes the stage at Toad’s Place CT in New Haven for an evening of live music and high-energy performance. The show is set in an intimate downtown venue with a lively atmosphere.
· 2:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Ives Main Library
This program at Ives Main Library centers on grief, remembrance, and community, with a brief musical performance by Camille Zamora followed by a facilitated community conversation. It is co-sponsored with the Yale Schwartzman Center.
– · 8:00 PM
Space Ballroom
With Remedies, Film & Gender, and AFK.
· 10:00 AM
New Haven
Learn woodworking basics in this introductory class at MakeHaven in New Haven. Participants will create a custom handmade cutting board while exploring foundational woodcraft skills.
· 12:00 PM
New Haven
Join this recurring fiber arts meetup at MakeHaven in New Haven for crochet, embroidery, and other textile projects. It is a welcoming space to work, share ideas, and connect with fellow crafters.
· 7:00 PM
Space Ballroom
An EP release show at Space Ballroom in the New Haven area featuring Dystopica with Wxther and At My Expense. The event is scheduled for 7:00 PM.
– · 7:00 PM
Best Video Film & Cultural Center
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!
Schwarzman Center
Lebanese-American tenor Karim Sulayman and pianist Tom Poster perform a program of French mélodies in The Dome. The concert celebrates the elegance of the Belle Époque and beyond.
– · 12:00 PM
Luce Hall
A Yale talk examining how the collapse of Iberian rule shaped a contested South American international order after independence. The discussion focuses on diplomatic encounters, territorial disputes, military crises, and competing projects of continental equilibrium.
– · 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Ives Main Library
Q+ is hosting a teen space where everyone is welcome to hang out, play games, and enjoy activities in a judgment-free environment. This is a safe space that celebrates LGBTQ+ identities while welcoming all teens to relax and connect.
