Events

Check out the Connecticut Public Community Calendar for events in your local community. If you have an event you would like to add, submit it through the calendar below and it will go through our approval process.

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MATILDA THE MUSICAL: Live Performances

Manchester High School 134 Middle Turnpike, Manchester, CT 06040, CT, United States

CAST children theatre’s 35th summer show, “Matilda the Musical” by Roald Dahl, comes to life onstage this August in Manchester, CT. The story of Matilda Wormwood, an extraordinary little girl with a love for books and a revolutionary wit, is sure to inspire and entertain with its high-energy.   CAST children’s theatre is a regional […]

St. Matthew Church Carnival

St. Matthew Church Carnival 216 Scribner Avenue, Norwalk, CT, United States

NORWALK, CT - The St. Matthew Church Carnival is back August 2-5 with fun for the whole family! Exciting rides, games, cash bingo every night, burgers, hot dogs, fries, pizza fritte, ice cream, cotton candy, beer & wine, gyros, souvlaki, empanadas, live bands and more! Wednesday-Friday: 6-10 pm; Saturday: 2-10 pm; 216 Scribner Avenue, Norwalk, […]

Free

Whitney Players 20th Anniversary production of Damn Yankees

Hamden High School 2040 Dixwell Avenue, Hamden, CT, United States

The Whitney Players Theater Company presents the musical "Damn Yankees" August 2nd through August 5th at Hamden High School, 2040 Dixwell Avenue in Hamden. Wednesday through Friday performances begin at 7:30 pm. Saturday matinee at 2 PM. Ticket prices are $20 in advance, $25 all tickets at the door. Tickets can be purchased in advance […]

$25.00

Ashanti feat. Ginuwine at Alive at Five

Mill River Park 1010 Washington Boulevard, Stamford, CT, United States

Stamford Downtown presents Ashanti feat. Ginuwine at Alive At Five on the Pure Life® Stage in partnership with Reckson, live outdoors in beautiful Mill River Park in Stamford Downtown! A fun night of music starting at 5pm including DJs, Opening Bands, Food Trucks and Large Variety of Beer, Wine and Cocktails for purchase. 21+ General […]

$25.00

Bandstand Young Professionals Night

Playhouse on Park 244 Park Road, West Hartford, CT, United States

BANDSTAND Young Professionals Night 35 and under Directed by Sean Harris Music Direction by Melanie Guerin Choreographed by Darlene Zoller & Robert Mintz Thursday, August 3rd, 2023 Playhouse on Park 244 Park Road, West Hartford This includes a pre-show wine and cheese reception at 6:00pm, and a performance of Bandstand at 7:30PM. $25 Per Ticket! […]

$25.00

First Friday | The Miles Elliot Experience

New Britain Museum of American Art 56 Lexington Street, New Britain, CT, United States

Our signature social event features live music, art, food, spirits, and good friends. New Britain’s best Happy Hour, since 1995! Hartford based songwriter/producer/multi-instrumentalist Miles Elliot will perform on August 4. Cash bar available; access to Museum galleries is included with your ticket. Event doors will open at 5:30 p.m. Please Note: First Friday is a 21+ […]

Chestnut Hill Concerts: All Schubert

Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center 300 Main St, Old Saybrook, CT

Chestnut Hill Concerts’ first concert of the season presents Schubert’s String Trio in Bb-major, his Fantasie in F-minor for Piano Four-Hands, and his beloved Piano Quintet in A-major, known as the “Trout.” Michelle Kim, violin; Cong Wu, viola; Mihai Marica, cello; Max Zeugner, double bass; Randall Hodgkinson and Mihae Lee, piano.

$40 – $45

6th Annual Conquer the Current Paddle Regatta

Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, United States

Support the Connecticut River Museum when you race in or watch the Sixth Annual Conquer the Current Paddle Regatta on Saturday, August 5! This exciting race begins at Eagle Landing in Haddam and finishes nine miles downriver at the Connecticut River Museum. For racers, please note that all registration fees directly support the museum's educational […]

Free

Explore the Preston nature Preserve’s Field of Natural History Dreams

Preston Nature Preserve 38 Krug Rd, Preston, United States

Don’t be fooled: a natural meadow may look like an unkempt lawn that a lazy homeowner has taken a holiday from mowing, but look closer and you’ll discover an amazing and fascinating array of biological diversity. The Preston Nature Preserve (PNP) offers explorers a pathway through several interconnected meadows that are at their prettiest in […]

Free