Test your knowledge and have a blast every Tuesday at Parkville Market's Trivia Night! Hosted in partnership with Bar Rated Entertainment, this is your chance to show off those random facts you’ve been storing away. Gather your friends, form a team, and compete for awesome prizes while enjoying drink specials and the vibrant atmosphere of ... Read more
The Travelers Chorale will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a free concert, The Place Where We Belong, at The Bushnell’s Mortensen Hall in Hartford on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at 7:30 pm. This event, held in partnership with the Farmington Valley Symphony Orchestra, features a musical journey through classic favorites like Singin’ in the Rain, ... Read more
Got a favorite karaoke tune? Whether you're a seasoned performer or a first-time singer, come share your voice and join the fun every Wednesday night at Parkville Market's Karaoke Night, hosted by DJ B-EZ. From classic ballads to pop anthems, the stage is yours to shine! Enjoy the midweek vibe with some great drink specials: ... Read more
The beloved Blues Jam at Black Eyed Sally's is back, bringing soulful tunes and Southern vibes to your Thursday nights. Step into Hartford's iconic venue for an evening of authentic blues, where you can either join the house band on stage or simply kick back with some mouthwatering Southern dishes and enjoy the live music. ... Read more
The Graveyard Shift Tour at the Mark Twain House Museum offers an evening of haunted history, chilling tales, and a look into Victorian traditions surrounding séances and the spirit world. This after-dark tour explores the paranormal stories connected to the house, as well as Mark Twain’s own fascination with the supernatural. The Mark Twain House ... Read more
Late Night Catechism, the long-running comedy that has entertained audiences across the globe, has been postponed at The Bushnell in Hartford. Originally scheduled for May 31, 2025, a new date will be announced soon. This theatrical favorite transforms audience members into the "students" of Sister’s adult catechism class. With a mix of nostalgic charm and ... Read more
The Hartford Symphony Orchestra brings the magic of The Princess Bride to life in a unique cinematic concert experience on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at The Bushnell in Hartford. Fans of the classic 1987 film can relive the adventure, romance, and humor of this beloved story as the full symphony orchestra performs Mark Knopfler’s unforgettable ... Read more
Test your knowledge and have a blast every Tuesday at Parkville Market's Trivia Night! Hosted in partnership with Bar Rated Entertainment, this is your chance to show off those random facts you’ve been storing away. Gather your friends, form a team, and compete for awesome prizes while enjoying drink specials and the vibrant atmosphere of ... Read more
The Bushnell in Hartford will host an Author Spotlight event on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, featuring Yolande Spears and her inspiring memoir The Gift. This deeply personal narrative begins in the early 1960s, when Spears’ father disappears without warning, leaving the family in sudden poverty. Confronted with her mother’s failing health, inner-city violence, and the ... Read more
The Short Attention Span Literary Club offers a casual and welcoming space for readers to explore short fiction together. The next meeting will take place online via Zoom on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at 1:00 pm. This month’s discussion centers on “Old Flaming Youth” by Jean Stafford. Participants are encouraged to read the story in ... Read more
Readers are invited to a casual, no-commitment discussion of short stories during this month’s Short Attention Span Literary Club meeting, hosted online by the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History. The group will meet via Zoom on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at 1:00 pm to discuss “The Seventh Man” by acclaimed Japanese author Haruki Murakami. ... Read more
The beloved 1985 film Back to the Future takes center stage in a new, award-winning musical production coming to The Bushnell in Hartford on June 4, 2025. This high-energy Broadway hit captures the adventure and excitement of the original film, now adapted for the stage by the movie’s creators Bob Gale and Robert Zemeckis. Directed ... Read more
The beloved Blues Jam at Black Eyed Sally's is back, bringing soulful tunes and Southern vibes to your Thursday nights. Step into Hartford's iconic venue for an evening of authentic blues, where you can either join the house band on stage or simply kick back with some mouthwatering Southern dishes and enjoy the live music. ... Read more
The beloved 1985 film Back to the Future takes center stage in a new, award-winning musical production coming to The Bushnell in Hartford on June 4, 2025. This high-energy Broadway hit captures the adventure and excitement of the original film, now adapted for the stage by the movie’s creators Bob Gale and Robert Zemeckis. Directed ... Read more
The beloved 1985 film Back to the Future takes center stage in a new, award-winning musical production coming to The Bushnell in Hartford on June 4, 2025. This high-energy Broadway hit captures the adventure and excitement of the original film, now adapted for the stage by the movie’s creators Bob Gale and Robert Zemeckis. Directed ... Read more
The Hartford Symphony Orchestra concludes its 2024-2025 Masterworks Series with Rachmaninoff & Rhapsody in Blue at The Bushnell in Hartford on Friday, June 6, 2025. Pianist Clayton Stephenson returns to the stage to perform Gershwin’s iconic Rhapsody in Blue, a beloved piece celebrated for its sweeping melodies and fusion of classical and jazz styles. The ... Read more
The Inspire Center at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History offers a hands-on creative space that blends history and problem-solving for visitors of all ages. Open every weekend, the Center features rotating themes and objects from the Museum’s collection, encouraging collaboration and creativity throughout the year. Beginning Saturday, June 7, 2025, visitors can take ... Read more
Families can kick off the summer season with Summer Fun, a free drop-in program at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History in Hartford on Saturday, June 7, 2025, beginning at 11:00 am. Children of all ages will enjoy a variety of engaging activities, including decorating visors, creating colorful sand art, going “fishing,” and playing ... Read more
The beloved 1985 film Back to the Future takes center stage in a new, award-winning musical production coming to The Bushnell in Hartford on June 4, 2025. This high-energy Broadway hit captures the adventure and excitement of the original film, now adapted for the stage by the movie’s creators Bob Gale and Robert Zemeckis. Directed ... Read more
The beloved 1985 film Back to the Future takes center stage in a new, award-winning musical production coming to The Bushnell in Hartford on June 4, 2025. This high-energy Broadway hit captures the adventure and excitement of the original film, now adapted for the stage by the movie’s creators Bob Gale and Robert Zemeckis. Directed ... Read more
Families can enjoy an engaging afternoon of storytelling and creativity during Family Story Time at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 3:00 pm. Children under the age of 10 are invited to relax on beanbags while listening to a book that celebrates innovation and imagination. After the reading, ... Read more
The Hartford Symphony Orchestra concludes its 2024-2025 Masterworks Series with Rachmaninoff & Rhapsody in Blue at The Bushnell in Hartford on Friday, June 6, 2025. Pianist Clayton Stephenson returns to the stage to perform Gershwin’s iconic Rhapsody in Blue, a beloved piece celebrated for its sweeping melodies and fusion of classical and jazz styles. The ... Read more
Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer Ron Chernow will appear at the Mark Twain House Museum on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at 7:00 pm to discuss his upcoming biography of Mark Twain. Known for acclaimed works on historical figures such as Alexander Hamilton and Ulysses S. Grant, Chernow now turns his attention to the man often hailed as ... Read more
Test your knowledge and have a blast every Tuesday at Parkville Market's Trivia Night! Hosted in partnership with Bar Rated Entertainment, this is your chance to show off those random facts you’ve been storing away. Gather your friends, form a team, and compete for awesome prizes while enjoying drink specials and the vibrant atmosphere of ... Read more
Got a favorite karaoke tune? Whether you're a seasoned performer or a first-time singer, come share your voice and join the fun every Wednesday night at Parkville Market's Karaoke Night, hosted by DJ B-EZ. From classic ballads to pop anthems, the stage is yours to shine! Enjoy the midweek vibe with some great drink specials: ... Read more
The beloved Blues Jam at Black Eyed Sally's is back, bringing soulful tunes and Southern vibes to your Thursday nights. Step into Hartford's iconic venue for an evening of authentic blues, where you can either join the house band on stage or simply kick back with some mouthwatering Southern dishes and enjoy the live music. ... Read more
Hot Chocolate Soul returns to The Bushnell in Hartford on Friday, June 13, 2025, at 8:00 pm. Presented by June Archer, Eleven28 Entertainment, and A&G Insurance, this dynamic showcase blends live music, comedy, and spoken word for an unforgettable night of performance. Celebrated as the ultimate variety show, Hot Chocolate Soul features an eclectic mix ... Read more
Families are invited to celebrate the important people in their lives during Second Saturdays for Families: Caretaker Celebrations at the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art. This interactive program includes creative opportunities to explore how families are depicted in art, make a handmade thank-you gift with artist Jacqueline Bright, and hear author Kelly L. Viera read ... Read more
Hartford’s Got Talent returns for its Season 3 Finale on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at The Bushnell in Hartford. This exciting event showcases the city’s top talent competing for $15,000 in prizes and awards in front of a panel of industry professionals. Co-hosted by celebrity actress Bern Nadette Stanis, known for her role as Thelma ... Read more
Test your knowledge and have a blast every Tuesday at Parkville Market's Trivia Night! Hosted in partnership with Bar Rated Entertainment, this is your chance to show off those random facts you’ve been storing away. Gather your friends, form a team, and compete for awesome prizes while enjoying drink specials and the vibrant atmosphere of ... Read more
The Connecticut Forum will welcome the 44th President of the United States, Barack Obama, for a landmark special event on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at The Bushnell in Hartford. This rare and distinguished appearance will feature a wide-ranging conversation with one of the most influential global figures of our time, as part of The Forum's ... Read more
Got a favorite karaoke tune? Whether you're a seasoned performer or a first-time singer, come share your voice and join the fun every Wednesday night at Parkville Market's Karaoke Night, hosted by DJ B-EZ. From classic ballads to pop anthems, the stage is yours to shine! Enjoy the midweek vibe with some great drink specials: ... Read more
The beloved Blues Jam at Black Eyed Sally's is back, bringing soulful tunes and Southern vibes to your Thursday nights. Step into Hartford's iconic venue for an evening of authentic blues, where you can either join the house band on stage or simply kick back with some mouthwatering Southern dishes and enjoy the live music. ... Read more
British comedian Sarah Millican brings her sharp wit and hilarious storytelling to The Bushnell in Hartford on Friday, June 20, 2025, with her brand-new stand-up show Late Bloomer. Known for her candid humor and clever observations, Millican shares her journey from shy, awkward childhood to the confident, outspoken woman she is today. In Late Bloomer, ... Read more
In recognition of Juneteenth, the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History will host a special behind-the-scenes tour on Saturday, June 21 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This program highlights the stories of Connecticans who have worked toward social justice and freedom, with a focus on 20th-century civil rights efforts. Participants will visit the museum’s ... Read more
Experience the vibrant rhythms and traditions of Afro-Puerto Rican culture at the Bomba Workshop with Bomba de Aquí on Saturday, June 21 at 2:00 p.m. at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History in Hartford. Led by Brendaliz Cepeda—granddaughter of NEA Heritage Fellow Rafael Cepeda—and current SNEAP Mentor Saul Peñaloza, this free, family-friendly workshop offers ... Read more
The Mark Twain House & Museum in Hartford will host author and humorist Gabe Henry on Tuesday, June 24, at 7 pm for an in-person event titled Enough Is Enuf: Our Failed Attempts to Make English Easier to Spell. Part of the museum’s Trouble Begins series, the talk blends history, comedy, and linguistic oddities in ... Read more
Test your knowledge and have a blast every Tuesday at Parkville Market's Trivia Night! Hosted in partnership with Bar Rated Entertainment, this is your chance to show off those random facts you’ve been storing away. Gather your friends, form a team, and compete for awesome prizes while enjoying drink specials and the vibrant atmosphere of ... Read more
Got a favorite karaoke tune? Whether you're a seasoned performer or a first-time singer, come share your voice and join the fun every Wednesday night at Parkville Market's Karaoke Night, hosted by DJ B-EZ. From classic ballads to pop anthems, the stage is yours to shine! Enjoy the midweek vibe with some great drink specials: ... Read more
The beloved Blues Jam at Black Eyed Sally's is back, bringing soulful tunes and Southern vibes to your Thursday nights. Step into Hartford's iconic venue for an evening of authentic blues, where you can either join the house band on stage or simply kick back with some mouthwatering Southern dishes and enjoy the live music. ... Read more
The Connecticut Museum of Culture and History in Hartford invites families to celebrate its 200th birthday with a special Birthday Bash on Saturday, June 28, from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. This free event features a day full of crafts, games, sweet treats, and the launch of the museum’s brand new children’s book, The Key ... Read more
The Mark Twain House & Museum in Hartford presents Get A Clue! with Sea Tea Improv on Saturday, June 28, from 7:00 to 8:30 pm. This interactive, timed tour turns the historic Twain residence into a live-action whodunit featuring some of the author’s most beloved literary characters. In this lively mystery game, guests will journey ... Read more
Test your knowledge and have a blast every Tuesday at Parkville Market's Trivia Night! Hosted in partnership with Bar Rated Entertainment, this is your chance to show off those random facts you’ve been storing away. Gather your friends, form a team, and compete for awesome prizes while enjoying drink specials and the vibrant atmosphere of ... Read more
Got a favorite karaoke tune? Whether you're a seasoned performer or a first-time singer, come share your voice and join the fun every Wednesday night at Parkville Market's Karaoke Night, hosted by DJ B-EZ. From classic ballads to pop anthems, the stage is yours to shine! Enjoy the midweek vibe with some great drink specials: ... Read more
