The next seven days
A rolling seven-day window of the best of New Haven — concerts, festivals, openings, talks, and one-off restaurant nights. Refreshed continuously as new events get announced.
Haas Family Arts Library
"An Artist’s America" will be on view at Haas Arts Library from June 8 through Nov. 8, showcasing works that comment on the radical roots of America and its complex history through artist books.
Yale Schwarzman Center
Designer and visual artist Nontsikelelo Mutiti presents her latest work, RUSUNUNGUKO, in The Dome Gallery at Yale Schwarzman Center, engaging with the history and aesthetics of hair braiding in black life.
Beinecke Library
This exhibition at Beinecke Library highlights the life and work of Rachel Carson, showcasing her contributions to environmental activism and literature.
Sterling Memorial Library
This exhibition at Sterling Memorial Library narrates the botanical history of the rosebud orchid, exploring its significance and decline through botanical illustration.
Beinecke Library
This exhibition at Beinecke Library explores the complex ideological and political power of patriotism in the United States, marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
Harvey Cushing/John Hay Whitney Medical Library
This exhibition at the Harvey Cushing/John Hay Whitney Medical Library celebrates the 200th anniversary of Yale New Haven Hospital, showcasing its history and evolution in patient care.
City Gallery
City Gallery Exhibit E PLURIBUS Celebrates the Many Colors of Patriotism Featuring Art Flags that Celebrate Diversity by Fiber Artist Muriel Stockdale. Muriel Stockdale’s renowned United States flag artwork will be showcased.
Sterling Memorial Library
“Beauties of My Style” will be on view at the Hanke Gallery within Sterling Memorial Library, exploring the history of errors in bookmaking and their significance in literature.
Creative Arts Workshop
Planning a trip or doing family research? This is the perfect book for compiling photos or family histories. The versatile screw post album is a great binding style for single sheets.
Kehler Liddell Gallery
Shoreline Arts Alliance is proud to present its 46th annual IMAGES Photography Competition and Exhibition, Connecticut’s Oldest State-Wide Photography Competition and Exhibition at the Kehler Liddell Gallery.
Creative Arts Workshop
Learn how to create digital artwork using Procreate on the iPad. We’ll cover the essentials—drawing, color, layering, and brush techniques.
Creative Arts Workshop
This course offers a comprehensive introduction to ceramics, ideal for beginners and those looking to strengthen their foundational skills. Students will learn essential wheel-throwing techniques.
Creative Arts Workshop
Discover your creative potential in the Introduction to Drawing course, designed for adults of all skill levels—even if you’ve never picked up a pencil before. This welcoming and supportive environment encourages creativity.
Yale Schwarzman Center
This exhibition showcases artwork from Yale students representing various multicultural communities, fostering a sense of belonging and cultural identity.
Yale Schwarzman Center
This exhibition at Yale Schwarzman Center highlights the perspectives of New Haven youth through photography, showcasing their unique narratives.
Yale Schwarzman Center
Photographer Christian Badach explores the emotional landscapes of rural settings through his work, showcasing the interplay between nature and human experience.
Yale University Art Gallery
This focused installation at the Yale University Art Gallery commemorates the nation’s 250th anniversary, showcasing works made between 1776 and 1876 that reveal how artists preserved a connection to America's founding. The exhibition is on view in the second-floor American art galleries.
Creative Arts Workshop
Develop your pottery skills as you focus on wheel-throwing techniques in stoneware and porcelain. Lessons will cover both functional and decorative pottery with emphasis on classical forms.
Creative Arts Workshop
Are you looking to improve your throwing skills? This class offers an opportunity to work towards your goals in clay, focusing on centering your clay and yourself.
Creative Arts Workshop
Explore essential drawing skills in an approachable, supportive setting. With guided practice and traditional techniques, students will learn how to observe more closely and turn those observations into art.
Haas Family Arts Library
This exhibit at Haas Arts Library features artist books that comment on America's complex history and the radical roots of its political landscape.
Yale Schwarzman Center
Witness Nontsikelelo Mutiti's latest work, exploring the aesthetics of hair braiding in black life, at The Dome Gallery in Yale Schwarzman Center.
Beinecke Library
This exhibition at Beinecke Library highlights the life and work of Rachel Carson, focusing on her contributions to environmental activism.
Sterling Memorial Library
Explore the botanical history of the rosebud orchid through illustrations and narratives at Sterling Memorial Library.
Beinecke Library
This exhibition at Beinecke Library examines the evolving concept of patriotism in the U.S. through historic writings and artifacts.
Harvey Cushing/John Hay Whitney Medical Library
Explore the history of Yale New Haven Hospital as it celebrates its 200th anniversary with an exhibition at the Harvey Cushing/John Hay Whitney Medical Library.
Creative Arts Workshop
Have your portfolio reviewed and critiqued in a one-on-one session with seasoned professional Sheldon Krevit. You’ll receive supportive, constructive feedback to help strengthen your presentation.
Sterling Memorial Library
On view at the Hanke Gallery within Sterling Memorial Library, this exhibition surveys the history of errors in bookmaking alongside their companion texts, chronicling themes of censorship and misrepresentation. The exhibition runs from March 30 to November 29.
Cafe Nine
Join the New Haven Jazz Underground at Cafe Nine for a night of live jazz music and an open jam session. Admission is free, and all musicians are welcome to participate.
Creative Arts Workshop
Join us to draw or paint from a nude model. The 3-hour session includes mixed-length poses, providing an opportunity for artists to practice their skills.
Creative Arts Workshop
Explore the art of black and white film photography. Learn how to operate a 35mm camera, develop film, and print black and white images in the darkroom.
Creative Arts Workshop
Planning a trip or doing family research? This is the perfect book for compiling photos or family histories using a versatile screw post album.
Best Video Film & Cultural Center
Enjoy a night of jazz with Allen Lowe and the All-Stars at Best Video Film & Cultural Center.
Best Video Film & Cultural Center
Join us for Jazz Night with Allen Lowe & The All-Stars at Best Video Film & Cultural Center in Hamden.
Never Ending Books
Open Mic Surgery is a freeform poetry open mic held at Never Ending Books on State Street. The weekly event offers a welcoming space for writers of all backgrounds to connect and share their work.
Creative Arts Workshop
This beginner-friendly watercolor painting class is designed for learners who want to explore painting in a supportive environment. Through project-based lessons, students will develop their artistic skills.
Creative Arts Workshop
Make functional ceramic pieces using the potter’s wheel as our primary tool. Every class includes demonstrations and hands-on practice to enhance your pottery skills.
St John's Episcopal Church Parish Hall
Join Elm City Swing and Blues for our August lesson series and weekly Tuesday social dance! Lindy Hop is a conversational dance, where followers have as much say in the dance as leaders do.
Yale Schwarzman Center
This exhibition features artwork from Yale students representing multicultural communities, showcasing reflections on cultural identity and shared humanity. The exhibition is on view at Yale Schwarzman Center.
Yale Schwarzman Center
This exhibition at Yale Schwarzman Center showcases the work of New Haven youth through photography, highlighting their unique perspectives and experiences. The exhibition is a collaboration with the Yale Center for British Art.
Yale Schwarzman Center
In West of the River, photographer Christian Badach describes the paradoxical notions that come from being immersed in the rural landscape and these spaces' ability to act as catalysts in the formation of specific emotions.
Creative Arts Workshop
Make functional ceramic pieces using the potter’s wheel as our primary tool. We will cover clay preparation, forming pots on the wheel, and glazing.
Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center
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.
New Haven Free Public Library - Ives Main Library
Join Connecticut's Secretary of State, Stephanie Thomas, to discuss key topics that will impact CT voters, including recent election law changes and misinformation.
Haas Family Arts Library
This exhibit at Haas Arts Library features artist books that document and interrogate American political history, highlighting socio-cultural and environmental observations. The exhibition runs from June 8 through November 8.
Yale Schwarzman Center
Designer Nontsikelelo Mutiti's work engages with the history of hair braiding in black life and is on display at The Dome Gallery in Yale Schwarzman Center. The exhibition is free and open to the public during building hours.
Beinecke Library
This exhibition at Beinecke Library celebrates the life and work of Rachel Carson, highlighting her contributions to environmental activism through her writings. The exhibition will be on view from May 18 through October 4.
Sterling Memorial Library
This exhibition at Sterling Memorial Library narrates the botanical history of the rosebud orchid and its decline, showcasing illustrations that have shaped botany as an artistic and scientific enterprise. The exhibition runs from May 4 to October 25.
Beinecke Library
This exhibition at Beinecke Library explores the complex ideological and political power of patriotism in the U.S., featuring historic writings and artifacts. The exhibition runs from March 16 to September 27.
Harvey Cushing/John Hay Whitney Medical Library
This exhibition at the Harvey Cushing/John Hay Whitney Medical Library marks the 200th anniversary of Yale New Haven Hospital, showcasing its history and milestones in patient care and medical training. The exhibition runs from January 27 to August 17.
NXTHVN
Exhibition featuring various artists, showcasing their work at NXTHVN. This exhibition is open to the public until the end of August.
Space Ballroom
Don't miss Hail The Sun live at Space Ballroom for an electrifying performance.
Cafe Nine
Experience Mariposas Galacticas at Cafe Nine, blending Indigenous Andean music with punk influences. This event supports local community initiatives.
East Rock Brewing Company
Join us in the Beer Hall at East Rock Brewing Co. for our signature trivia on Wednesday nights! Enjoy free entry and a fun group activity while visiting New Haven.
Best Video Film & Cultural Center
Join us for a special screening at Best Video Film & Cultural Center.
Westville Music Bowl
Join us for an unforgettable performance by Jon Batiste at the Westville Music Bowl. Doors open at 5:30 PM.
Cafe Nine
Join Tim Cappello for a performance and meet & greet at Cafe Nine. Known for his high-energy shows, Tim will share stories from his extensive music career.
Best Video Film & Cultural Center
Join us for Cult Night with Molly at Best Video Film & Cultural Center for a unique film experience.
Space Ballroom
Catch E-Town Concrete and Lionheart live with special guests DMIZE, Overthrow, Neighborhood Shit, Total Meltdown, and Act of War.
Space Ballroom
with Overthrow, Neighborhood Shit, Total Meltdown, Act of War
Cafe Nine
Join us for Heaven, New Haven’s Post-Disco dance night at Cafe Nine. Dance to a mix of Italo, Electro, Hi-NRG, Synth-Funk, and Disco-infused electronics.
Best Video Film & Cultural Center
Experience the film 'Big Brooklyn' at the Best Video Film & Cultural Center, a must-see for movie lovers.
Cafe Nine
Join the Saturday Afternoon Jazz Jam at Cafe Nine, one of the longest-running jazz jams in Connecticut. Bring your instrument and enjoy a free jam session with a new house band each week.
Space Ballroom
Catch Bendigo Fletcher live at Space Ballroom.
Cafe Nine
Cavestomp! presents a night of garage punk rock at Cafe Nine featuring Bloodshot Bill and The Dracu-Las. Don't miss this energetic show!
Space Ballroom
Don't miss Gun To God's Head live at Space Ballroom, featuring several supporting acts.
Cafe Nine
Enjoy a performance by Boston-based jazz guitarist Peter Janson at Cafe Nine on August 16, 2026. His unique blend of jazz and classical styles promises an inviting experience.
