Things to Do in Connecticut This Weekend

The 860 covers most of Connecticut outside Fairfield County and the immediate New Haven shore — Greater Hartford, the river valley, eastern towns, and shoreline gems like Mystic and Essex. This weekend’s calendar pulls together stadium shows, riverfront fests, farmers markets, and the community nights that usually live on a dozen different sites.

Search things to do in Connecticut this weekend, CT events, or Hartford area plans — updated daily from local calendars, not generic tourism lists.

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New Haven Museum: "It's Pronounced Ah-beetz" Exhibition Opening event image

Now thru Oct 31, 2027

New Haven Museum: "It's Pronounced Ah-beetz" Exhibition Opening

New Haven Museum

Explore the rich history and culture of New Haven-style apizza at the New Haven Museum’s free exhibit running through October 2027.

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Bethany Lions Flea Market event image

Now thru Oct 31

Bethany Lions Flea Market

Old Bethany Airport

Bethany Lions Flea Market runs from May 2 through October 31, 2026, at the Old Bethany Airport, featuring 84 exhibitors in an outdoor…

Tours of the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch event image

Now thru Oct 29

Tours of the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch

Bushnell Park · Hartford

Tours of the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch the top for views of the Park and State Capitol. Volunteer guides share history and symbolism; tours last 15-30 minutes; no preregistration required for small groups

John Hitchcock: We are Defined by the Beat event image

Now thru Jan 17, 2027

John Hitchcock: We are Defined by the Beat

New Britain Museum of American Art

John Hitchcock’s "We are Defined by the Beat" exhibition explores land and identity through diverse media including screenprint and video…

Gillette Castle Tours event image

Now thru Sep 7 · All Day

Gillette Castle Tours

Gillette Castle State Park · East Haddam

Gillette Castle State Park offers guided tours from late May through early September, showcasing the unique architecture and scenic beauty…

Now thru Aug 15

GML Stairwell Gallery

GML Stairwell Gallery

GML Stairwell Gallery — event listed on the official calendar page.

Crazy For You at Goodspeed Opera House event image

Now thru Aug 16

Fri, Jun 19, 7:30 PM

Crazy For You at Goodspeed Opera House

The Goodspeed · East Haddam

Goodspeed Opera House presents the Gershwin musical 'Crazy For You' through August 16 in East Haddam.

Summer Youth Art Program Registration at Guilford Art Center event image

Now thru Aug 21

Summer Youth Art Program Registration at Guilford Art Center

Cedar Hill Cemetery | Cedar Hill Cemetery & Foundation · Guilford

The Guilford Art Center’s Summer Youth Art Program runs through August 21, offering kids and teens a chance to explore creativity in a…

Regional Artists Explore the Meaning of Home in Guilford Art Center Gallery Exhibition: Walking Each Other Home event image

Now thru Aug 1

Regional Artists Explore the Meaning of Home in Guilford Art Center Gallery Exhibition: Walking Each Other Home

Cedar Hill Cemetery | Cedar Hill Cemetery & Foundation · Guilford

The Guilford Art Center Gallery presents "Walking Each Other Home," a thoughtful exhibition running through August 1.

The Wild Party - Musical event image

Now thru Aug 16

Wed, Jul 15, 7:30 PM

The Wild Party - Musical

Playhouse on Park · West Hartford

Playhouse on Park closes its 2025-26 season with Andrew Lippa's dark and provocative musical 'The Wild Party,' running through August 16.

International Summer Festival event image

Fri, Jul 24 · All Day

International Summer Festival

Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre Conishead Priory, Ulverston LA12 9QQ · UK

The International Summer Festival at Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre spans from late July to early August, blending teachings on the…

Liz Reed Concert event image

Sat, Jul 25

Liz Reed Concert

WORK_SPACE · Manchester

Catch Liz Reed's soulful and sharp live performance at WORK_SPACE in Manchester.

Norfolk Music Festival Gala event image

Sat, Jul 25

Norfolk Music Festival Gala

Cedar Hill Cemetery | Cedar Hill Cemetery & Foundation · Litchfield

Attend the Norfolk Music Festival Gala featuring violinist Augustin Hadelich, celebrated for his virtuosity and rich tone.

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July Cake Decorating Class, South Windsor event image

Sat, Jul 25

July Cake Decorating Class, South Windsor

Ben & Jerry’s · South Windsor

Celebrate summer by decorating mini cakes with sunny beach themes like seashells and waves at Ben & Jerry’s in South Windsor.

Heal in Motion Dance Class | 2000's Hip-Hop event image

Sat, Jul 25

Heal in Motion Dance Class | 2000's Hip-Hop

Fire and Spirit Fitness Center · Bloomfield

Experience an uplifting dance class at Fire and Spirit Fitness Center in Bloomfield focused on 2000’s hip-hop moves.

Science Rocks! Summer Science Day event image

Sat, Jul 25

Science Rocks! Summer Science Day

Imagine Nation A Museum Early Learning Center · Bristol

Explore hands-on science fun at Imagine Nation A Museum Early Learning Center's Summer Science Day.

Stand-up Comedy event image

Sat, Jul 25

Stand-up Comedy

The Elbow Room · West Hartford

Enjoy a night of laughter with stand-up comedy at The Elbow Room in West Hartford.

FETECHILLA JAB IN CAMO event image

Sat, Jul 25

FETECHILLA JAB IN CAMO

Cedar Hill Cemetery | Cedar Hill Cemetery & Foundation · Hartford

FETECHILLA JAB IN CAMO is a vibrant Caribbean-inspired festival at 3340 Main Street in Hartford, featuring 13 hours of nonstop jouvert…

CT Social Babes Walks with Coffee in Farmington event image

Sat, Jul 25

CT Social Babes Walks with Coffee in Farmington

Daily Grind · Farmington

Start your Saturday morning with CT Social Babes Walks at Daily Grind in Farmington.

Litchfield Jazz Festival event image

Sat, Jul 25

Litchfield Jazz Festival

Lower Center Street · Southington

The Litchfield Jazz Festival continues on July 25 at Lower Center Street, Southington, offering more live jazz and Italian American…

Caribbean Rum and Food Festival Connecticut event image

Sat, Jul 25

Caribbean Rum and Food Festival Connecticut

The Grand Alure Banquet Hall · New Britain

Celebrate Caribbean culture at The Grand Alure Banquet Hall in New Britain with a festival featuring renowned Caribbean rums, creative…

Completely Unchained: A Tribute to Van Halen event image

Sat, Jul 25

Completely Unchained: A Tribute to Van Halen

Rocking Horse Bar & Grill · Hartford

Van Halen fans will want to mark their calendars for this tribute show at Rocking Horse Bar & Grill in Vernon.

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