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10 topic pages for Connecticut events — live music, Hartford CT markets, family outings, theater, and more. Each category has its own URL and server-rendered list for search engines.
Town and weekend guides live on Explore the 860.
Live music
Gigs, open mics, tribute nights, and touring acts across Hartford, West Hartford, Middletown, and the rest of the 860 — not just the big sheds.
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Markets & fairs
Farmers markets, craft fairs, town festivals, and seasonal fests — the stuff you hear about from a friend, not a tourism brochure.
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Family-friendly
Kid-friendly outings, community events, and easy wins for a Saturday — parks, libraries, fairs, and shows worth bringing the crew.
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Theater & performance
Plays, comedy, dance, and live performance from Bushnell-scale shows to black-box rooms and college stages.
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Food & drink
Tastings, brewery lawns, supper clubs, and food-forward events — including the riverfront fests and Main Street nights people actually search for.
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Outdoors & fitness
Runs, rides, hikes, yoga in the park, and outdoor series — Farmington Valley trails to riverfront meetups.
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Sports & big shows
Stadium tours, Sun games, PGA week in Cromwell, and other can't-miss dates — the ones that sell out before you hear on social.
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Arts & museums
Gallery nights, museum programs, film screenings, and visual arts — including First Friday-style nights and college-town picks.
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Community & workshops
Classes, talks, volunteer nights, and neighborhood gatherings — the calendar glue that doesn't always hit the big ticket sites.
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Nightlife
DJ nights, karaoke, trivia, and late listings — downtown Hartford, West Hartford Center, and college-town bars.
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