Free Things to Do in Hartford

From riverfront celebrations to gallery nights and community programs, Hartford has plenty of free options if you know where to look. These listings are tagged free or no-cover.

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

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live music

Happening Now

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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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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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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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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live music

Wed, Jul 8 · 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM

Summer Concert Series at Elizabeth Park

Elizabeth Park · Hartford

Enjoy free lawn concerts at Elizabeth Park’s iconic rose garden this summer, featuring a fresh performer each week.

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live music

Wed, Jul 8, 6:00 PM

Trinity College Summer Music Series

Trinity College · Hartford

Experience the soothing sounds of Trinity College’s Summer Music Series with a free concert on July 8 in Hartford.

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community

Thu, Jul 9 · 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM

Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Arch Tour

Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch · Hartford

Explore Hartford’s history with a free guided tour of the Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Arch in Bushnell Park on Thursday, July 9.

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live music

Thu, Jul 9 · 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Amplify Under 21 Open Mic

CT's Old State House · Hartford

Young artists take the spotlight at the Amplify Under 21 Open Mic at Connecticut's Old State House on July 9.

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trivia

Thu, Jul 9, 2:30 PM

Bar Rated Trivia Night

Dead Language Beer Project · Hartford

Test your trivia chops at Dead Language Beer Project’s themed Bar Rated Trivia Night.

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live music

Thu, Jul 9, 4:00 PM

Dylan Leszek at Arch Street Tavern

Arch Street Tavern · Hartford

Dylan Leszek plays classic rock favorites at Arch Street Tavern on July 9, offering a free night of live music in Hartford’s vibrant…

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theater

Fri, Jul 10 · 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Farmers Market at Connecticut’s Old State House

CT's Old State House · Hartford

Shop fresh produce and local treats at the Farmers Market on the East brick plaza of Connecticut’s Old State House on July 10.

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community

Fri, Jul 10 · 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM

Tree Tales: Conversations in Bushnell Park

Bushnell Park · Hartford

Discover the stories behind Bushnell Park’s trees during Tree Tales, a free lunchtime walk on July 10 led by Hartford’s City Foresters and…

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live music

Fri, Jul 10, 10:00 AM

Steely Dead - A Sonic Fusion of The Grateful Dead and Steely Dan

Infinity Music Hall · Hartford

Steely Dead blends the improvisational spirit of The Grateful Dead with the polished precision of Steely Dan in a free show at Infinity…

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live music

Fri, Jul 10, 12:00 PM

Summer Music Series featuring GOZA

CT's Old State House · Hartford

Enjoy a lively lunchtime concert with GOZA’s Latin American, Brazilian, and Spanish rhythms at Connecticut’s Old State House.

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workshop

Fri, Jul 10, 12:00 PM

Tree Tales Tours at Bushnell Park

Bushnell Park · Hartford

Discover the stories behind Hartford’s iconic trees with the free Tree Tales Tours at Bushnell Park.

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community

Fri, Jul 10, 8:00 PM

RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars (S11) WATCH PARTY

Chez · Hartford

Catch the RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars Season 11 watch party at Chez Est in Hartford for a lively evening of fandom and flair.

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workshop

Mon, Jul 13 · 9:00 AM – 12:15 PM

Artivity: Sail Into Summer Edition

The Bushnell · Hartford

Artivity: Sail Into Summer Edition offers a creative arts workshop experience at The Bushnell, perfect for adults eager to engage with the…

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live music

Mon, Jul 13 · 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM

Paul Brown Monday Night Jazz

Bushnell Park · Hartford

Enjoy a free evening of jazz at Bushnell Park’s Paul Brown Monday Night Jazz series in Hartford.

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art

Tue, Jul 14 · 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM

Tavern Talks at Connecticut Museum of Culture and History

Connecticut Museum of Culture and History · Hartford

Discover early Connecticut tavern life during the Tavern Talks gallery talk at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History.

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live music

Fri, Jul 17, 12:00 PM

Summer Music Series featuring Jeremy Haddad

CT's Old State House · Hartford

Enjoy a free lunchtime concert featuring singer-songwriter Jeremy Haddad at Connecticut’s Old State House, 800 Main Street, Hartford.

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