Events in Hartford, CT

Hartford’s calendar is more than the capital — riverfront plazas, Bushnell shows, Dunkin’ Park nights, and the bars and galleries around downtown. These are the listings we’re hosting for the city proper.

Serving the Hartford, CT area on The 860 Life — Connecticut (CT), 860 area code.

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The Deep End: Hartford's Weekly Improv Show event image

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Happening Now

Fri, Oct 31, 7:00 PM

Oct 31, 2025 – Jul 31, 2026

The Deep End: Hartford's Weekly Improv Show

Sea Tea Comedy Theater · Hartford

The Deep End at Sea Tea Comedy Theater in Hartford offers a weekly dose of improv comedy to launch your weekend with laughs.

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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

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Happening Now

Mon, Jul 6 · 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM

KNOX Garden Party 2026

KNOX · Hartford

Celebrate Hartford’s green spirit at the KNOX Garden Party 2026, held at The Bushnell Park Pump House & Carousel.

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live music

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Mon, Jul 6 · 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM

Paul Brown Monday Night Jazz

Bushnell Park · Hartford

Kick off the Paul Brown Monday Night Jazz series at Bushnell Park in Hartford with a free concert on July 6.

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Intro to Improv: 4-week Comedy Course for Beginners event image

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Happening Now

Mon, Jul 6 · 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Intro to Improv: 4-week Comedy Course for Beginners

Sea Tea Improv Studios · Hartford

Start your week with laughter and learning in Sea Tea Improv Studios’ 4-week Intro to Improv course beginning July 6.

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Hartford Yard Goats vs. Binghamton Rumble Ponies event image

live sports

Happening Now

Mon, Jul 6, 7:05 PM

Hartford Yard Goats vs. Binghamton Rumble Ponies

Dunkin' Park · Hartford

Hartford Yard Goats vs. Binghamton Rumble Ponies the Hartford Yard Goats host the Binghamton Rumble Ponies at Dunkin' Park. Enjoy a summer evening of baseball, local food, and community fun in Hartford's vibrant…

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community

Happening Today

Tue, Jul 7 · All Day

Open Improv Rehearsal: Drop In! - Practice with Sea Tea community members

Sea Tea Improv Studios · Hartford

Drop in for an open improv rehearsal at Sea Tea Improv Studios in Hartford and practice your skills alongside the local improv community.

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market

Happening Tomorrow

Tue, Jul 7 · 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Farmers Market at Connecticut’s Old State House

CT's Old State House · Hartford

Shop local and enjoy live music at the Farmers Market on the East brick plaza of Connecticut's Old State House.

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live music

Happening Tomorrow

Tue, Jul 7 · 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM

Christina Meadows at State House Square Plaza

State House Square Plaza · Hartford

Guitarist Christina Meadows performs a free lunchtime set at State House Square Plaza on July 7.

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market

Happening Tomorrow

Tue, Jul 7 · 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM

West End Farmers Market at Clemens Green

Clemens Green · Hartford

West End Farmers Market at Clemens Green showcases a vibrant selection of local farm products and artisanal crafts on July 7.

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karaoke

Happening Tomorrow

Tue, Jul 7 · 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Karaoke in the Park

Friends of Keney Park | Where adventure is a step away! · Hartford

Karaoke in the Park at Keney Park invites all ages to enjoy a free evening of singing and summer fun on July 7.

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live sports

Happening Tomorrow

Tue, Jul 7, 3:10 PM

Hartford Yard Goats vs Binghamton Rumble Ponies

Dunkin' Park · Hartford

The Hartford Yard Goats face off against the Binghamton Rumble Ponies at Dunkin' Park with plenty of fun extras like donut vs coffee races…

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live music

Happening Tomorrow

Tue, Jul 7, 6:00 PM

I Promised The World - Hartford - Webster Underground

The Webster Theater · Hartford

I Promised The World performs at the Webster Underground in Hartford on July 7, 2026.

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live music

Happening Tomorrow

Tue, Jul 7, 6:00 PM

I PROMISED THE WORLD

The Webster Theater · Hartford

I PROMISED THE WORLD brings an intimate live music experience to The Webster Theater in Hartford on July 7 at 6 pm.

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trivia

Happening Tomorrow

Tue, Jul 7, 7:00 PM

Trivia Night at The Russian Lady

Hartford Courant Events · Hartford

Trivia Night at The Russian Lady offers a weekly dose of brain-teasing fun paired with great drinks in Hartford.

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[Workshop] Back to Basics: CROW Series - Character with Allie Rivera event image

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Happening Tomorrow

Tue, Jul 7 · 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

[Workshop] Back to Basics: CROW Series - Character with Allie Rivera

Sea Tea Improv Studios · Hartford

Back to Basics: CROW Series - Character with Allie Rivera is a weekly Tuesday workshop at Sea Tea Improv Studios starting July 7th.

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community

Happening Tomorrow

Tue, Jul 7 · 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Open Improv Rehearsal: Drop In! - Practice with Sea Tea community members

Sea Tea Improv Studios · Hartford

Practice your improv chops at Sea Tea Improv Studios’ weekly Open Improv Rehearsal every Tuesday evening.

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live music

Happening Tomorrow

Tue, Jul 7, 7:00 PM

I Promised the World @ The Webster

The Webster · Hartford

Catch I Promised the World live at The Webster on July 7, joined by Rosasharin and Guilt for a night of dynamic performances.

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trivia

Happening Tomorrow

Tue, Jul 7, 7:00 PM

Bar Rated Trivia at Wood N’ Tap

Wood N' Tap · Hartford

Bar Rated Trivia at Wood N’ Tap offers a lively weekly trivia night every Tuesday at 7 PM in Hartford.

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market

Wed, Jul 8 · 5:00 AM – 8:00 AM

North End Farmers Market

North End Senior Center · Hartford

Find fresh fruits, vegetables, and homemade goods at the North End Farmers Market on July 8.

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live music

Wed, Jul 8 · 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM

Jemar Phoenix at State House Square Food Court

State House Square Food Court · Hartford

Jemar Phoenix performs as part of Hartford.com's Audio Feed lunchtime music series on July 8 at the State House Square Food Court.

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The Trouble Begins Series: Mark Twain’s 1884 A Pivotal Year in the Life with John Bird (Virtual – Free)) event image

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Wed, Jul 8 · 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM

The Trouble Begins Series: Mark Twain’s 1884 A Pivotal Year in the Life with John Bird (Virtual – Free))

Mark Twain House · Hartford

Discover the pivotal year 1884 in Mark Twain’s life with John Bird in a free virtual event hosted by the Mark Twain House.

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community

Wed, Jul 8 · 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM

Writing in the Library

Mark Twain House · Hartford

Writers seeking quiet focus can find inspiration in the Mark Twain House library during this dedicated writing session.

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trivia

Wed, Jul 8, 2:00 PM

Bar Rated Trivia Night

Urban Lodge Brewing · Hartford

Test your trivia chops at Bar Rated Trivia Night on July 8 at Urban Lodge Brewing in Hartford.

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