A high-energy celebration of global K-pop music and dance arrives on June 1, 2026 at 7 pm at the Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street, New London, CT 06320. Planet K-Pop brings the music and excitement of artists including BTS, BLACKPINK, and songs inspired by KPOP Demon Hunters and Huntr/x to the stage through live ... Read more
An evening celebrating the history, creativity, and impact of women and underrepresented genders in photography will take place on June 3, 2026 at the Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street, New London, CT 06320. Presented by Artreach, Inc. in collaboration with AtelierMOCA and Be Well Productions, Women in Photography: Then + Now combines visual art, ... Read more
A full day of free tours, exhibits, live experiences, and entertainment will take place on June 13, 2026 at the Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street, New London, CT 06320, as part of Connecticut Open House Day. Now in its 22nd year, Connecticut Open House Day is a statewide celebration encouraging residents and visitors to ... Read more
A night of stand-up comedy arrives on June 13, 2026 at 8 pm at the Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street, New London, CT 06320. Presented by The Comedy Craft Beer Tour, Comedy in the Oasis Room features headlining comedian Mike Hanley performing his high-energy brand of observational comedy focused on relationships, parenting, marriage, and ... Read more
An afternoon of poetry, music, and conversation will take place on June 18, 2026 at 4 pm at the Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street, New London, CT 06320. The program features Randall Horton, Ph.D., Professor of English at the University of New Haven, presenting readings from his acclaimed work Definition of Place. Horton’s writing ... Read more
Celebrate Pride Month with a drag brunch unlike any other at the Choose Your Own Adventure Pride Drag Brunch on June 21, 2026, at The Social Bar + Kitchen in New London. Presented by Sky Casper Entertainment, this interactive Pink Eggs & Glam experience puts the audience in control for an unforgettable afternoon of live ... Read more
An evening celebrating photography, storytelling, and personal reflection will take place on June 25, 2026 at 6 pm at the Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street, New London, CT 06320. Photographer and author Debbie McGrath will officially launch her new coffee table book, Other People’s Chairs, a collection that combines photography, personal stories, reflections, and ... Read more
An evening of world-class jazz performance comes to the Garde Arts Center on June 27, 2026 at 8 pm with the internationally acclaimed Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra led by Wynton Marsalis. This special performance is part of the lead-up to Marsalis’ final season as Artistic Director of Jazz at Lincoln Center and Music Director ... Read more
Discover two extraordinary private gardens during the Garden Conservancy’s Open Days program on June 28, 2026. This special one-day event offers garden enthusiasts a rare opportunity to explore distinctive landscapes in New London County and experience the creativity, craftsmanship, and dedication that shape these unique outdoor spaces. Featured on the tour is Bankside in Mystic, ... Read more
Pop music’s ultimate showdown takes center stage at the Gaga vs. Britney Pink Eggs & Glam Drag Brunch on July 19, 2026, at The Social Bar + Kitchen in New London. Presented by Sky Casper Entertainment, this special edition of the popular brunch series features a performance by fan-favorite drag superstar and vocalist Jan from ... Read more
