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
Families can experience the beauty and excitement of professional ballet during Connecticut Ballet’s Family Matinee at the Ballet on June 20, 2026 at 2 pm at The Bushnell. The performance runs approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. Designed especially for children ages 4 to 12, the interactive matinee introduces young audiences to the world of ... Read more
The lively sounds of accordion music will fill the galleries at the Mattatuck Museum during a special performance by the Connecticut Accordion Association on Saturday, June 20, from 2 pm to 3:30 pm. Directed by Peter Peluso, the ensemble will perform a chorus of favorite selections in an entertaining afternoon concert celebrating the rich traditions ... Read more
Creative expression and concert-inspired style take center stage during the Intermediate Art Workshop: It Was Never A Phase!: Concert Tie Dye T-Shirts & Painting CDs at the Mattatuck Museum on Saturday, June 20, from 2 pm to 4 pm. Participants will design their own custom concert merchandise by creating vibrant tie-dye T-shirts and painting CDs ... 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
Fresh oysters, waterfront views, live music, and maritime history come together during Docktails & Oysters on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 5 pm to 7 pm at Copps Island Oysters by Norm Bloom and Son in Norwalk. Hosted by the Norwalk Seaport Association in partnership with the fourth-generation oyster farming family, the annual event serves ... Read more
Comedian Paul Virzi returns to Funny Bone Comedy Club Hartford on Saturday, June 20, 2026, for an evening of stand-up featuring his signature blend of honest storytelling, sharp observations, and relatable humor. Virzi has become a familiar name in comedy through his nationwide tours, popular podcasts Paul’s Best and Anything Better with Bill Burr, and ... Read more
Comedian Ben Bankas brings his sharp observational humor and unapologetic stand-up style to The Stress Factory Bridgeport for three performances on June 20 and 21, 2026. Known for his bold takes on current events, culture, and everyday life, Bankas has built a growing fan base through his stand-up specials, podcast appearances, and sold-out comedy club ... Read more
The music, style, and energy of the 1980s will return to the stage during Electric Avenue – The 80s MTV Experience at the Shubert Theatre on Saturday, June 20, at 7 pm. The live performance celebrates the unforgettable era of New Wave and radio pop with recreations of some of the decade’s most iconic songs ... Read more
Connecticut Ballet closes its 45th season with a performance of Giselle on June 20, 2026 at 7:30 pm at The Bushnell. The production runs approximately 2 hours, including an 18-minute intermission. Considered one of ballet’s greatest romantic tragedies, Giselle tells the story of a young woman betrayed by a nobleman and transformed into one of ... Read more
