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The View from Here 2026: Finding Our Paths at Yale Center for British Art
Yale Center for British Art 1080 Chapel Street, New Haven
American Saints and Blesseds at Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center
Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center 1 State St., New Haven
Hieroglyphs to Hype: The Modern Afterlife of Ancient Egypt at Fairfield University Art Museum
Fairfield University Art Museum 1073 North Benson Road, Fairfield
36th Annual Walktober at The Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor
The Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor 203B Main St., Danielson
James Welling: Cento at Fairfield University Art Museum
Fairfield University Art Museum 1073 North Benson Road, Fairfield
Scarecrows Along Main Street in Old Wethersfield
Main Street, Old Wethersfield Main Street, Old Wethersfield, Wethersfield
Ongoing
Connecticut’s Revolution at Museum of Connecticut History
Museum of Connecticut History 231 Capitol Ave, Hartford
Bishop’s Fall Festival at Bishop’s Main Orchard
Bishop’s Main Orchard 480 New England Road, Guilford
Week of Events
RUSUNUNGUKO (liberty / independence / freedom) at Yale Schwarzman Center
Explore an installation by designer and visual artist Nontsikelelo Mutiti, whose printed works, films, and installations engage with the history and aesthetics of hair braiding in Black life. The title draws on the Shona word “ruka,” meaning to weave, braid, or knit, and reflects the social connections formed in salons, living rooms, and porches where ... Read more
The View from Here 2026: Finding Our Paths at Yale Center for British Art
Explore the perspectives and creativity of New Haven youth through The View from Here 2026 at the Yale Center for British Art. On view in the museum’s High Street exterior windows from April 6, 2026, through April 6, 2027, this free exhibition features photography by nine student artists participating in The View from Here: Accessing ... Read more
American Saints and Blesseds at Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center
Discover the lives of Catholics connected to the United States who have been canonized or beatified, and learn how the Catholic Church recognizes them as models of holiness and intercessors. The exhibition also highlights St. Teresa of Calcutta, who received honorary U.S. citizenship. Organized by the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center, the exhibit is on ... Read more
Connecticut’s Revolution at Museum of Connecticut History
Mark the nation’s 250th anniversary with an exhibition exploring the people and experiences that shaped Connecticut during the Revolutionary era. More than 100 objects and documents bring new and familiar stories to light, including a copy of the Declaration of Independence printed by Mary Katharine Goddard, a Revolutionary War flag, a fragment of a statue ... Read more
Bishop’s Fall Festival at Bishop’s Main Orchard
Enjoy a fall day in the orchard with apple, pear, and flower picking, wagon rides, food trucks, a sweet shop, a large activity area, and a four-acre wildlife-themed corn maze created with Meigs Point Nature Center. A pumpkin patch opens in mid-to-late September, and the Cider Hut and Garden offer adult beverages. Some activities and ... Read more
Hieroglyphs to Hype: The Modern Afterlife of Ancient Egypt at Fairfield University Art Museum
Fairfield University Art Museum will present Hieroglyphs to Hype: The Modern Afterlife of Ancient Egypt from September 18 through December 12, 2026, in the Bellarmine Hall Galleries. The exhibition explores the lasting influence of ancient Egyptian art and culture on modern imagination, design, and popular culture through paintings, prints, photography, sculpture, decorative arts, and contemporary ... Read more
36th Annual Walktober at The Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor
Explore the colorful season with hundreds of activities, including hikes, bike rides, paddles, and more across The Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor. Walktober runs September 19 through November 8, 2026, and opens with a Sunrise Stroll at Mansfield Hollow Dam Walk on September 19. Event details are available in the online guide; events will ... Read more
James Welling: Cento at Fairfield University Art Museum
Fairfield University Art Museum will present James Welling: Cento from September 25 through December 12, 2026, in the Walsh Gallery at the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts. The exhibition marks the first American museum presentation of this major body of work by renowned contemporary photographer James Welling. Featuring more than 60 photographs focused ... Read more
Hands-On Creativity at Florence Griswold Museum
Families can explore their creative side during Hands-On Creativity at the Florence Griswold Museum, offered Sundays from September 27 through November 1, 2026, from 11 am to 4 pm. Visitors can drop into the Museum’s Education Center for a fun Gemstone Station crafting project inspired by the Wee Faerie Village’s sparkling theme. The program offers ... Read more
Scarecrows Along Main Street in Old Wethersfield
More than 170 handmade scarecrows bring fall color to Main Street in Old Wethersfield from October 1 through 31. Visitors can stroll the display from sunrise to sunset and explore local shops, museums, and places to eat. Viewing is free. Please respect the scarecrows and avoid touching displays that are not interactive. The display is ... Read more
Imagination Playground at Grace Farms
Children ages 8 and under can build, problem-solve, and play together with large, lightweight blocks designed to encourage creative, curiosity-led exploration. Adult caregivers must accompany children. The playground is open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm, and Friday and Sunday from 12 pm to 5 pm. It is closed Mondays. ... Read more
Phantom Fall Fest at Lake Compounce
Celebrate the Halloween season during Phantom Fall Fest at Lake Compounce on weekends from September 19 through November 1, 2026. This seasonal event offers two Halloween experiences in one day. Guests can enjoy family-friendly fun during the daytime with trick-or-treating, festive fall treats, and favorite amusement park rides. As evening falls, the park transforms into ... Read more
Activities: Petting Farm, Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides & Trackless Train at Lyman Orchards
Spend a fall day meeting friendly farm animals, riding a horse-drawn wagon past the historic Lyman Homestead, or taking a trackless train ride around the pond. The activities are at the Apple Barrel Farm Market on Saturday, October 24, and Sunday, October 25, 2026. The petting farm is open from 10 am to 4 pm. ... Read more
Phantom Fall Fest at Lake Compounce
Celebrate the Halloween season during Phantom Fall Fest at Lake Compounce on weekends from September 19 through November 1, 2026. This seasonal event offers two Halloween experiences in one day. Guests can enjoy family-friendly fun during the daytime with trick-or-treating, festive fall treats, and favorite amusement park rides. As evening falls, the park transforms into ... Read more
Monday, October 19, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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October 20, 2026 - RecurringBruce Beginnings: All the Leaves are Falling Down at Bruce Museum
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October 20, 2026 -Grave Objections: A History of Body Snatching for Science at Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum
Bruce Beginnings: All the Leaves are Falling Down at Bruce Museum
Young children and their caregivers can explore what makes autumn special during Bruce Beginnings: All the Leaves are Falling Down at Bruce Museum. The program takes place Tuesday, October 20, from 10–10:45 am and 11–11:45 am, and Wednesday, October 21, from 3–3:45 pm. Through a picture book, gallery tour, and hands-on craft, children will discover ... Read more
Grave Objections: A History of Body Snatching for Science at Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum
Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum will explore the dark history of body snatching in “Grave Objections: A History of Body Snatching for Science” on Tuesday, October 20, from 6 pm to 8 pm. The Halloween-season lecture will be presented by James Henry, a New York City tour guide and nine-year veteran docent at Brooklyn’s historic Green-Wood Cemetery. ... Read more
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
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October 21, 2026 -Bruce Beginnings Junior: Fall Leaves at Bruce Museum
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October 21, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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October 21, 2026 - RecurringBruce Beginnings: All the Leaves are Falling Down at Bruce Museum
Bruce Beginnings Junior: Fall Leaves at Bruce Museum
Young children can explore the colors, shapes, and textures of fall leaves through song, movement, and a hands-on sensory activity during Bruce Beginnings Junior: Fall Leaves at Bruce Museum on Wednesday, October 21, from 10–10:45 am. Designed specifically for children ages 12–30 months and their caregivers, this interactive program offers a fun way to explore ... Read more
Pequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
Experience life in a 16th-century Pequot community during the Pequot Village Tour, offered Wednesdays through Saturdays at 12 pm at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center. This 20-minute guided experience provides an immersive look at the traditions, daily life, and enduring cultural heritage of the Pequot people. Guests will explore a recreated Pequot village ... Read more
Bruce Beginnings: All the Leaves are Falling Down at Bruce Museum
Young children and their caregivers can explore what makes autumn special during Bruce Beginnings: All the Leaves are Falling Down at Bruce Museum. The program takes place Tuesday, October 20, from 10–10:45 am and 11–11:45 am, and Wednesday, October 21, from 3–3:45 pm. Through a picture book, gallery tour, and hands-on craft, children will discover ... Read more
Thursday, October 22, 2026
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October 22, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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October 22, 2026 - RecurringThe Enchanted Castle at Burr Homestead
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October 22, 2026 - RecurringGhosts & Spirits at the Mansion at Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum
Pequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
Experience life in a 16th-century Pequot community during the Pequot Village Tour, offered Wednesdays through Saturdays at 12 pm at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center. This 20-minute guided experience provides an immersive look at the traditions, daily life, and enduring cultural heritage of the Pequot people. Guests will explore a recreated Pequot village ... Read more
The Enchanted Castle at Burr Homestead
The Enchanted Castle returns to Fairfield for four days of storybook adventures at Burr Homestead. Families can travel through six rooms brought to life by characters from Cinderella, The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, The Jungle Book, and The Wizard of Oz. Designed for children ages 2–10, the experience offers fun for the ... Read more
Ghosts & Spirits at the Mansion at Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum
Experience the eerie side of Victorian history during Ghosts & Spirits at the Mansion, presented by Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum in collaboration with ArtSynergy Productions on October 22, 23, and 24, from 6–9 pm. This special after-hours experience features immersive theatrical tours exploring Victorian culture, Spiritualism, Gothic literature, and the legendary ghost stories associated with the ... Read more
Friday, October 23, 2026
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October 23, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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October 23, 2026 - RecurringThe Enchanted Castle at Burr Homestead
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October 23, 2026 - RecurringGhosts & Spirits at the Mansion at Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum
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October 23, 2026 RecurringBoneheads Hilarious Haunted House at the University of Bridgeport
Pequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
Experience life in a 16th-century Pequot community during the Pequot Village Tour, offered Wednesdays through Saturdays at 12 pm at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center. This 20-minute guided experience provides an immersive look at the traditions, daily life, and enduring cultural heritage of the Pequot people. Guests will explore a recreated Pequot village ... Read more
The Enchanted Castle at Burr Homestead
The Enchanted Castle returns to Fairfield for four days of storybook adventures at Burr Homestead. Families can travel through six rooms brought to life by characters from Cinderella, The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, The Jungle Book, and The Wizard of Oz. Designed for children ages 2–10, the experience offers fun for the ... Read more
Ghosts & Spirits at the Mansion at Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum
Experience the eerie side of Victorian history during Ghosts & Spirits at the Mansion, presented by Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum in collaboration with ArtSynergy Productions on October 22, 23, and 24, from 6–9 pm. This special after-hours experience features immersive theatrical tours exploring Victorian culture, Spiritualism, Gothic literature, and the legendary ghost stories associated with the ... Read more
Boneheads Hilarious Haunted House at the University of Bridgeport
Boneheads Hilarious Haunted House offers an interactive Halloween experience combining spooky surprises, comedy, and eccentric characters. Guests can explore immersive rooms filled with scares and unexpected encounters, with an optional escape room experience for those looking for an additional challenge. The haunted house takes place on Fridays and Saturdays, October 16–17, 23–24, and 30–31, from ... Read more
Saturday, October 24, 2026
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October 24, 2026 - RecurringThe Enchanted Castle at Burr Homestead
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October 24, 2026 -Face Painting by Lara at Lyman Orchards
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October 24, 2026 - RecurringChess Lessons at Mattatuck Museum
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October 24, 2026 -Exploring Art-ism at Yale Center for British Art
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October 24, 2026 - RecurringExhibit Highlight Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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October 24, 2026 -Family Event: Pirate Day! at Florence Griswold Museum
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October 24, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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October 24, 2026 -Birding at the Bruce Museum with Greenwich Audubon
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October 24, 2026 -Make Time!: Props, Cameras, and Costumes at Yale Center for British Art
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October 24, 2026 -Haunted Hollow Tours at Glebe House Museum & Garden
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October 24, 2026 - RecurringGhosts & Spirits at the Mansion at Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum
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October 24, 2026 RecurringBoneheads Hilarious Haunted House at the University of Bridgeport
The Enchanted Castle at Burr Homestead
The Enchanted Castle returns to Fairfield for four days of storybook adventures at Burr Homestead. Families can travel through six rooms brought to life by characters from Cinderella, The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, The Jungle Book, and The Wizard of Oz. Designed for children ages 2–10, the experience offers fun for the ... Read more
Face Painting by Lara at Lyman Orchards
Children can add a colorful touch to their fall visit with face painting by Face Painting by Lara. The artist will be at Lyman Orchards on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 10 am to 4 pm. Pricing varies by design. Lyman Orchards is located at 32 Reeds Gap Road, Middlefield, CT.
Chess Lessons at Mattatuck Museum
Players of all ages and skill levels can learn and practice chess during weekly Chess Lessons held every Saturday from 10:30 am to 12 pm at the Mattatuck Museum, 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT 06702. The program offers private and semi-private instruction designed for both beginners learning the game and experienced players looking to ... Read more
Exploring Art-ism at Yale Center for British Art
Families with children ages 5 to 12 who have sensory processing differences can take part in Exploring Art-ism, a free program at the Yale Center for British Art on Saturday, October 24, from 10:30 am to noon. Designed for children on the autism spectrum and those with sensory-processing needs, the program offers an opportunity to ... Read more
Exhibit Highlight Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
Explore thousands of years of history during the Exhibit Highlight Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center. Offered on Saturdays between 10:30 am and 2:30 pm, this one-hour guided experience is led by a Mashantucket Pequot Educator and provides an engaging introduction to the Museum's signature exhibits. Designed for visitors of all ages, ... Read more
Family Event: Pirate Day! at Florence Griswold Museum
Set sail for an afternoon of pirate history and fun during Family Event: Pirate Day! at Florence Griswold Museum on Saturday, October 24, from 11 am–4 pm. Guests can meet the Free Men of the Sea, a group of reenactors who bring the myths and history of pirates and privateers to life. Flintlock pistol demonstrations ... Read more
Pequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
Experience life in a 16th-century Pequot community during the Pequot Village Tour, offered Wednesdays through Saturdays at 12 pm at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center. This 20-minute guided experience provides an immersive look at the traditions, daily life, and enduring cultural heritage of the Pequot people. Guests will explore a recreated Pequot village ... Read more
Birding at the Bruce Museum with Greenwich Audubon
Explore the coastal habitat surrounding the Bruce Museum during Birding at the Bruce Museum with Greenwich Audubon on Saturday, October 24, from 1–2 pm. The tour begins at the Visitor Services Desk in the museum lobby before walking from the Bruce Park Playground to Audubon’s neighboring Oneida Sanctuary. Located within one of Greenwich’s remaining coastal ... Read more
Make Time!: Props, Cameras, and Costumes at Yale Center for British Art
Families can explore storytelling through art during Make Time!: Props, Cameras, and Costumes, a free drop-in program at the Yale Center for British Art on Saturday, October 24, from 2 to 4 pm in the Docent Room. Participants will use photography to bring fictional stories to life by creating props and costume pieces and staging ... Read more
Haunted Hollow Tours at Glebe House Museum & Garden
The Glebe House Museum & Garden introduces Haunted Hollow Tours on Saturday, October 24, offering a Halloween-season journey through Woodbury’s history, folklore, and historic burial grounds. Sponsored by Newtown Savings Bank, the event brings the stories of former residents to life through guided encounters along Hollow Road, Doolittle Hill, and Main Street, including a visit ... Read more
Ghosts & Spirits at the Mansion at Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum
Experience the eerie side of Victorian history during Ghosts & Spirits at the Mansion, presented by Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum in collaboration with ArtSynergy Productions on October 22, 23, and 24, from 6–9 pm. This special after-hours experience features immersive theatrical tours exploring Victorian culture, Spiritualism, Gothic literature, and the legendary ghost stories associated with the ... Read more
Boneheads Hilarious Haunted House at the University of Bridgeport
Boneheads Hilarious Haunted House offers an interactive Halloween experience combining spooky surprises, comedy, and eccentric characters. Guests can explore immersive rooms filled with scares and unexpected encounters, with an optional escape room experience for those looking for an additional challenge. The haunted house takes place on Fridays and Saturdays, October 16–17, 23–24, and 30–31, from ... Read more
Sunday, October 25, 2026
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October 25, 2026 - RecurringThe Enchanted Castle at Burr Homestead
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October 25, 2026 -Free Family Fun Day at Shubert Theatre
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October 25, 2026 -Dog Adoption Event at Palace Theater
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October 25, 2026 -Halloween Sunday Brunch at 1741 Pub & Grill
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October 25, 2026 - RecurringFace Painting & Faerie Hair at Florence Griswold Museum
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October 25, 2026 -Face Painting by Lara at Lyman Orchards
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October 25, 2026 -Science Solvers: Chemical Reaction Paintings at Bruce Museum
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October 25, 2026 -The Orchard Trials: Haunted House at Lyman Orchards
The Enchanted Castle at Burr Homestead
The Enchanted Castle returns to Fairfield for four days of storybook adventures at Burr Homestead. Families can travel through six rooms brought to life by characters from Cinderella, The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, The Jungle Book, and The Wizard of Oz. Designed for children ages 2–10, the experience offers fun for the ... Read more
Free Family Fun Day at Shubert Theatre
Families can enjoy a morning of Halloween-themed activities at Shubert Theatre during the annual Free Family Fun Day on Sunday, October 25, from 10 am to 1 pm. The event is free and welcomes children and families of all ages. A self-guided walking tour takes families backstage through the theatre, with trick-or-treat stations along the ... Read more
Dog Adoption Event at Palace Theater
Adoptable dogs will be looking for their forever homes during a special Dog Adoption Event at the Palace Theater on Sunday, October 25, 2026, from 10 am to 1 pm. The event is presented in conjunction with Bill Berloni’s UPstaged presentation and takes place in the theatre’s loading dock in partnership with Brass City Rescue ... Read more
Halloween Sunday Brunch at 1741 Pub & Grill
Celebrate Halloween with brunch specials featuring festive food and drinks at 1741 Pub & Grill. Costumes are welcome. Brunch takes place Sunday, October 25, 2026, from 10 am to 1 pm. Reservations are recommended; call 860-349-6033. 1741 Pub & Grill is at Lyman Orchards, 70 Lyman Road, Middlefield, CT.
Face Painting & Faerie Hair at Florence Griswold Museum
Add a touch of faerie magic to your visit during Face Painting & Faerie Hair at the Florence Griswold Museum on Sundays, October 4 through 25, 2026, from 10 am to 3 pm. As part of Gemstone Station Salon, creative artists from April’s Balloon Creations will transform visitors into colorful works of art with elaborate ... Read more
Face Painting by Lara at Lyman Orchards
Children can add a colorful touch to their fall visit with face painting by Face Painting by Lara. The artist will be at Lyman Orchards on Sunday, October 25, 2026, from 10 am to 4 pm. Pricing varies by design. Lyman Orchards is located at 32 Reeds Gap Road, Middlefield, CT.
Science Solvers: Chemical Reaction Paintings at Bruce Museum
Children and families can combine science and art during Science Solvers: Chemical Reaction Paintings at Bruce Museum on Sunday, October 25, from 1–3 pm. Inspired by A Great Breach in Nature: Aerial Photography by J Henry Fair, participants will experiment with colorful chemical reactions to create unique works of art while exploring the connection between ... Read more
The Orchard Trials: Haunted House at Lyman Orchards
Step into an interactive horror story with cinematic scenes, live actors, and high-intensity scares at this outdoor haunted attraction. The Orchard Trials is rated PG-13, and guests under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Groups are limited to six people. The event takes place Sunday, October 25, 2026, from 7 pm to 10 pm. ... Read more
