A powerful season finale blending classical masterworks with contemporary interpretation comes to The Bushnell from June 5 through June 7, 2026 as part of the Hartford Symphony Orchestra 2025–2026 Masterworks Series. Performance times are June 5 and June 6 at 8 pm, and June 7 at 3 pm. The program opens with Death and Transfiguration ... Read more
The acclaimed Broadway musical Water for Elephants comes to The Bushnell from June 2 through June 7, 2026. Performance times are June 2 through June 6 at 7:30 pm, June 6 at 2 pm, and June 7 at 1 pm and 6:30 pm. The production runs approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes, including intermission. Based ... Read more
The Connecticut Museum of Culture and History will host a virtual Lunch and Learn presentation exploring the life and legacy of Mary Jewel Barlow on June 9 from 12 pm to 1 pm. Presented by Orice Jenkins, the program will examine the story of the Hartford native whose service and sacrifice during World War II ... Read more
Swing revival favorites Big Bad Voodoo Daddy will bring their energetic live performance to Infinity Music Hall in Hartford on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Doors open at 7 pm, and the show begins at 8 pm. Known for helping revive contemporary swing music, the band blends jazz, big band, and classic swing influences into lively ... Read more
The Connecticut Museum of Culture and History will present RESCHEDULED! The Great Migration in Hartford on June 11 from 6 pm to 7 pm as part of an ongoing series exploring the diverse communities that have shaped Hartford’s North End over the past two centuries. During the presentation, Dr. Channon Miller of Trinity College will ... Read more
An evening of stand-up comedy and community celebration comes to The Bushnell on June 13, 2026 with performances at 7 pm and 9:30 pm. Each show runs approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes. Presented by the Latino Comedy Fest and Luna Entertainment Productions, the fundraiser benefits the 2026 Hartford Latino Fest while showcasing some of ... Read more
Visitors can explore the stories and history behind the exhibition Drawn Here: Stories from Hartford’s North End during recurring gallery talks at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History. Guided by a member of the Museum staff, the interactive introductory tours offer insight into the exhibition’s themes, artwork, and the experiences of the communities represented ... Read more
History, storytelling, and creative expression come together during They Dare to Learn: Portraits of Courage – Workshop at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History on June 18 from 6 pm to 7:30 pm. Led by Master Teaching Artist Ed Johnetta Miller, the workshop will explore the story of the young Black women who attended ... Read more
Comedian, writer, and political commentator Jon Stewart brings an evening of comedy and storytelling to The Bushnell on June 19, 2026 with performances at 7 pm and 9:30 pm. Each show runs approximately 80 minutes. Best known for his years hosting The Daily Show, Stewart has become one of the most influential voices in political ... Read more
Beau Bolero will perform live at Infinity Music Hall in Hartford on Friday, June 19, 2026. Doors open at 7 pm, and the show begins at 8 pm. Known for delivering engaging live performances and a dynamic musical style, Beau Bolero brings audiences an evening of live music in the intimate concert setting of Infinity ... Read more
