Things to Do in Hartford, CT

Whether you live in the city or you’re meeting friends off I-84, Hartford rewards a quick scan of what’s actually on — not just the big venues, but the neighborhood nights and riverfront pop-ups worth showing up for.

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

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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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film

Happening Now

Mon, Jul 6, 11:00 AM

Monday Movie Night: Goat

Parkville Market · Hartford

Monday Movie Night at Parkville Market features the film Goat (PG) in a family-friendly setting.

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film

Happening Now

Mon, Jul 6 · 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Monday Movie Nights @ Parkville Market

Parkville Market · Hartford

Monday Movie Nights light up the Parkville Market patio with family-friendly films and a lively neighborhood vibe.

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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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Happening Today

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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live sports

Happening Today

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

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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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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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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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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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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