The Barnum Festival concludes its annual celebration with The Great Street Parade on June 28 at 11 am. One of Bridgeport’s most beloved traditions, the parade brings together marching bands, colorful floats, performers, community organizations, local leaders, and residents for a festive display of civic pride and community spirit. As the signature event of the ... Read more
Rina Banerjee’s suspended installation reimagines the iconic form of the Taj Mahal through contemporary materials and perspective. Rather than marble and permanence, Banerjee constructs her palace from a steel and copper frame wrapped in translucent pink cellophane, challenging assumptions about luxury, history, and cultural legacy. Floating above the ground, the tentlike structure encloses objects that ... Read more
Healthy eating on the go will be the focus of Food for Life: Navigating Travel at the Mattatuck Museum on Sunday, June 28, from 12 pm to 2 pm. This interactive program will help participants explore strategies for maintaining a low-fat, plant-based diet while traveling and navigating unfamiliar dining situations. Through group discussion and shared ... Read more
Spend a summer afternoon in downtown New Haven at the new Sunday Markets on the New Haven Green, a seasonal outdoor market series presented in partnership with the New Haven Green. Held twice each month from June through September, these community gatherings feature local artists, food vendors, makers, family activities, and opportunities to relax and ... Read more
Celebrate the creativity of local student artists during the Milford Student Exhibit 2026, on view at the Milford Arts Council from Tuesday through Friday, June 17 through August 6. The seasonal exhibition showcases a variety of artwork created by talented student artists from the community and offers visitors the opportunity to support and appreciate emerging ... Read more
American history and friendly competition come together during History & Hops: Red, White, & BINGO! at the Mattatuck Museum on Sunday, June 28, from 1 pm to 3 pm. Held in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, the event combines the excitement of trivia and bingo as participants answer questions about American history, culture, landmarks, and ... Read more
Experience the excitement of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ with fellow soccer fans at Downtown New Haven’s World Cup Village, taking over Pitkin Plaza throughout June and July. Presented in partnership with Trinity Bar & Restaurant, this free community viewing experience transforms downtown into a gathering place for fans to cheer on their favorite teams, ... Read more
Some of pop culture's most notorious villains take center stage at the Villains Drag Brunch on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at Hartford Funny Bone Comedy Club. Hosted by Robin Fierce of RuPaul's Drag Race, this themed drag brunch features Espressa Grande and a cast of performers paying tribute to iconic villains such as Scar, Cruella ... Read more
A new exhibition exploring untold stories of the American Revolution will be on view from June 11 through October 3, 2026 at the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum, 295 West Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06856. Opening day on June 11 begins with exhibition access from 2 pm to 4 pm, followed by a reception from 5:30 pm to ... Read more
An upbeat summer concert featuring ska and surf-inspired music will take place on June 28, 2026 from 5:30 pm to 7 pm at the Weston History & Culture Center, 104 Weston Road, Weston, CT 06883. Parking and entrance are accessible from High Acre Road. Part of the Music at the Barn Outdoor Summer Concert Series, ... Read more
