Fairfield University Art Museum will present Hieroglyphs to Hype: The Modern Afterlife of Ancient Egypt from September 18 through December 12, 2026, in the Bellarmine Hall Galleries. The exhibition explores ... Read more
Fairfield University Art Museum will present James Welling: Cento from September 25 through December 12, 2026, in the Walsh Gallery at the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts. The ... Read more
Explore the history, culture, and natural beauty of Litchfield County during the 24th Annual Housatonic Heritage Walks, taking place from September 5 through October 4, 2026. This free series of ... Read more
Celebrate the Halloween season during Phantom Fall Fest at Lake Compounce on weekends from September 19 through November 1, 2026. This seasonal event offers two Halloween experiences in one day. ... Read more
Playhouse on Park presents The Happiest Man on Earth, a one-man play based on the life and experiences of Eddie Jaku, a German-Jewish survivor of Auschwitz concentration camp. Despite losing ... Read more
A sparkling faerie adventure awaits at Gemstone Station during Wee Faerie Village 2026, running from September 26 through November 1 at the Florence Griswold Museum. This year’s village takes inspiration ... Read more
Families can explore their creative side during Hands-On Creativity at the Florence Griswold Museum, offered Sundays from September 27 through November 1, 2026, from 11 am to 4 pm. Visitors ... Read more
The Bank of America Capalbo Strong Walk returns to Fairfield on Sunday, October 4, honoring the legacy of Charlie Capalbo and bringing the community together to support pediatric cancer research ... Read more
Strides for Strength returns to Bridgeport on Sunday, October 4, with an annual 5K and Walk supporting the patients and families of the Norma Pfriem Breast Center. The event offers an opportunity to come together as a community while supporting a local cause. The event takes place from 8 to 11 am at Seaside Park, ... Read more
Add a touch of faerie magic to your visit during Face Painting & Faerie Hair at the Florence Griswold Museum on Sundays, October 4 through 25, 2026, from 10 am ... Read more
Compassionfest returns Sunday, October 4, from 10 am to 5 pm at the Moore Field House in New Haven. The ninth annual festival features more than 50 vendors and exhibitors, inspiring speakers, and activities for all ages. The event brings together vegan food and animal-friendly product providers, nonprofits, local artisans, musicians, and wellness practitioners. Activities ... Read more
Bank of America, Merrill, and Bank of America Private Bank cardholders can enjoy free general admission to the Mattatuck Museum during the Museums on Us program, held on the first ... Read more
Minks to Sinks, a longtime Wilton tag sale benefiting Family & Children’s Agency, returns Saturday, October 3 through Monday, October 5 at 395 Danbury Road. Shoppers can browse thousands of ... Read more
Step into the glamour, romance, and excess of the Roaring Twenties when The Great Gatsby comes to Mortensen Hall at The Bushnell from September 29 through October 4, 2026, as part of the 2026–2027 Broadway Season. Based on F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic American novel, this Tony Award-winning musical brings the story of Jay Gatsby, Daisy ... Read more
Children and families can combine science and art during Science Solvers: Chemical Reaction Paintings at Bruce Museum on Sunday, October 4, from 1–3 pm. Inspired by A Great Breach in ... Read more
The beloved 1988 romantic comedy comes to the stage when Mystic Pizza arrives at the Palace Theater from October 2 through October 4, 2026. This new musical follows the lives ... Read more
The Weston History & Culture Center will explore the contributions and experiences of Algonkian peoples during the American Revolution with Loyalty and Zeal: Algonkians of the Revolution on Sunday, October ... Read more
Three families from different backgrounds find their lives intertwined in New York City at the dawn of the 20th century in Ragtime, a Tony Award-winning musical exploring the American Dream, ... Read more
The Tony Award-winning musical The Wiz returns to stages across America with an all-new tour direct from Broadway, coming to Shubert Theatre for several performances in October. This groundbreaking reimagining of The Wizard of Oz combines soul, gospel, rock, 1970s funk, ballet, jazz, and modern pop while following Dorothy’s journey to find her place in ... Read more
Experience New World Symphony & Beyond as part of the 2026–2027 Hartford Symphony Orchestra Masterworks Series at The Bushnell's Belding Theater. Performances take place on Friday, October 2, and Saturday, October 3, 2026, at 8 pm, and Sunday, October 4, 2026, at 3 pm. Presented by the Hartford Symphony Orchestra, this Masterworks concert showcases a ... Read more
MAC/Eastbound Theatre presents The Write to Vote, a free staged reading featuring three short, original plays and additional original readings in recognition of voting season and Election Day. The program ... Read more
Photographer J Henry Fair will explore the connection between visual information and scientific understanding during Experiences at the Bruce: Art Explains Science with J Henry Fair at Bruce Museum on ... Read more
Sunday nights take on a musical twist with Mixtape Match at 1741 Pub & Grill on October 4 from 6 pm to 8 pm. Hosted by Digital Tracks DJ, this ... Read more
Step into the glamour, romance, and excess of the Roaring Twenties when The Great Gatsby comes to Mortensen Hall at The Bushnell from September 29 through October 4, 2026, as part of the 2026–2027 Broadway Season. Based on F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic American novel, this Tony Award-winning musical brings the story of Jay Gatsby, Daisy ... Read more
The frights return to Lyman Orchards with The Orchard Trials: Haunted House, formerly known as Evidence of Evil. This interactive haunted attraction takes place on Sunday, October 4, from 7 ... Read more
Five for Fighting brings a special string quartet performance to Infinity Music Hall in Hartford on Sunday, October 4, 2026. Lace and Lee will also appear as part of the ... Read more
