The Barnum Festival’s popular Wing Ding Parade returns to Beardsley Zoo on June 20 for a morning of family fun, creativity, and community celebration. Part of the Festival’s June finale events, this annual tradition invites children and families to take part in a lively parade filled with imagination and entertainment. Registration opens at 9 am, ... Read more
Music and visual art come together during the Adult Art Workshop: For the Love of Lyrics: Art Inspired by Song at the Mattatuck Museum on Saturday, June 20, from 10 ... Read more
A seasonal pop-up market celebrating local businesses runs every Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 3 pm, from Memorial Day through Labor Day 2026 at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo, 1875 Noble Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06610. Community Corner offers a vibrant marketplace experience set within the zoo grounds, where visitors can browse and shop from a ... Read more
Rina Banerjee’s suspended installation reimagines the iconic form of the Taj Mahal through contemporary materials and perspective. Rather than marble and permanence, Banerjee constructs her palace from a steel and ... Read more
A compelling exhibition exploring the diverse roots of a Connecticut community is on view from April 11 through August 1, 2026 at the Meriden Museum & History Center Grand Gallery, ... Read more
Players of all ages and skill levels can learn and practice chess during weekly Chess Lessons held every Saturday from 10:30 am to 12 pm at the Mattatuck Museum, 144 ... Read more
A lively step back in time unfolds on weekends from May 16 through June 21, 2026, from 10:30 am to 6:00 pm at the Harwinton Fairgrounds, 150 Locust Road, Harwinton, ... Read more
A joyful outdoor wellness experience celebrating International Yoga Day will take place on June 20, 2026 from 11 am to 12 pm at Lyman Orchards Apple Barrel Farm Market, 32 ... Read more
Young artists can turn recycled materials into creative musical masterpieces during the Kids Art Workshop: Rock On! at the Mattatuck Museum on Saturday, June 20, from 12 pm to 1 ... Read more
Celebrate the creativity of local student artists during the Milford Student Exhibit 2026, on view at the Milford Arts Council from Tuesday through Friday, June 17 through August 6. The ... Read more
The New Britain Museum of American Art invites visitors to explore its renowned permanent collection during Walk-In Tour: The American Canvas, offered every Saturday at 1 pm from October 11, ... Read more
Train enthusiasts of all ages are invited to experience the Railroad Museum at Boothe Park during its 2026 Summer Open House season. Throughout the summer, visitors can explore an impressive ... Read more
Experience the excitement of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ with fellow soccer fans at Downtown New Haven’s World Cup Village, taking over Pitkin Plaza throughout June and July. Presented in ... Read more
Families can experience the beauty and excitement of professional ballet during Connecticut Ballet’s Family Matinee at the Ballet on June 20, 2026 at 2 pm at The Bushnell. The performance runs approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. Designed especially for children ages 4 to 12, the interactive matinee introduces young audiences to the world of ... Read more
The lively sounds of accordion music will fill the galleries at the Mattatuck Museum during a special performance by the Connecticut Accordion Association on Saturday, June 20, from 2 pm ... Read more
Creative expression and concert-inspired style take center stage during the Intermediate Art Workshop: It Was Never A Phase!: Concert Tie Dye T-Shirts & Painting CDs at the Mattatuck Museum on ... Read more
A new exhibition exploring untold stories of the American Revolution will be on view from June 11 through October 3, 2026 at the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum, 295 West Avenue, Norwalk, ... Read more
Fresh oysters, waterfront views, live music, and maritime history come together during Docktails & Oysters on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 5 pm to 7 pm at Copps Island Oysters ... Read more
Comedian Paul Virzi returns to Funny Bone Comedy Club Hartford on Saturday, June 20, 2026, for an evening of stand-up featuring his signature blend of honest storytelling, sharp observations, and ... Read more
Comedian Ben Bankas brings his sharp observational humor and unapologetic stand-up style to The Stress Factory Bridgeport for three performances on June 20 and 21, 2026. Known for his bold takes on current events, culture, and everyday life, Bankas has built a growing fan base through his stand-up specials, podcast appearances, and sold-out comedy club ... Read more
The music, style, and energy of the 1980s will return to the stage during Electric Avenue – The 80s MTV Experience at the Shubert Theatre on Saturday, June 20, at ... Read more
Connecticut Ballet closes its 45th season with a performance of Giselle on June 20, 2026 at 7:30 pm at The Bushnell. The production runs approximately 2 hours, including an 18-minute intermission. Considered one of ballet’s greatest romantic tragedies, Giselle tells the story of a young woman betrayed by a nobleman and transformed into one of ... Read more
Eastbound Theatre presents The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time from June 12 through June 27, 2026 at the Milford Arts Council, 40 Railroad Avenue South, Milford, CT ... Read more
Explorer, television host, and author Josh Gates brings an evening of adventure and storytelling to the Palace Theater on June 20, 2026 from 8 pm to 9:30 pm. Known for ... Read more
Latin music artist Luis Figueroa will perform live at Infinity Music Hall in Hartford on Saturday, June 20, 2026. Doors open at 7 pm, and the show begins at 8 pm. Known for his smooth vocals and contemporary Latin sound, Figueroa has gained international attention through a blend of salsa, tropical rhythms, and modern influences. ... Read more
Paul Virzi takes the stage at Funny Bone Comedy Club Hartford for a late-night performance on Saturday, June 20, 2026. Known for his candid storytelling and relatable observations, Virzi has ... Read more
