Creativity and history come together at the Inspire Center – New Theme! event on June 6 from 10 am to 4:30 pm at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History. Designed for visitors of all ages, the Inspire Center offers a hands-on space where guests can explore historical objects from the Museum’s collection and use ... Read more
Classic carnival fun and family-friendly activities will fill the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History during Family Program: Fun at the Fair on June 6 from 11 am to 4 pm. Inspired by one of Connecticut’s historic summertime fairs, the event invites families to enjoy a festive day featuring games, crafts, entertainment, and interactive activities ... 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
Traditional music and community gathering come together during the French Canadian Jam at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History on June 6 from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Held monthly during First Free Weekends, the informal jam session celebrates French Canadian musical traditions with live performances and opportunities for musicians to play together. New ... Read more
Machine Gun Kelly will bring the Lost Americana Tour to The Meadows Music Theatre in Hartford on Saturday, June 6, at 7 pm. Known for blending hip-hop, rock, and pop-punk influences, MGK has become one of the most recognizable and genre-crossing artists in contemporary music. The tour is expected to feature a mix of fan ... 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
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
Families with young children can enjoy an afternoon of stories and creativity during Family Storytime at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History on June 7, August 2, and September 6 from 3 pm to 3:30 pm. The recurring program invites children and caregivers to relax on beanbags while listening to stories centered around creativity, ... Read more
Poets from across Connecticut will gather for an afternoon of storytelling and spoken word during Bridging The Gaps at the Mark Twain House & Museum on June 7 from 3 pm to 5 pm. The special reading explores how different generations experience the world through poetry that reflects themes of childhood, caregiving, joy, change, and ... Read more
