Music:
Captain Fantastic – an Elton John Tribute plays on the Sun Patio at Mohegan Sun tonight at 6:30 – part of Hot Summer Fun! The Blue Man Group take Mohegan Sun Arena Saturday at 7pm and Sunday at 2pm. Tickets are $65-$191. www.MoheganSun.com
Get ready for a David Bowie and Prince Tribute night at Infinity Hall in Hartford tonight 8pm. Tickets are $37. www.infinityhall.com
It's Beatlemania - Again at the Little Theater of Manchester at Cheney Hall tonight at 7pm. Relive the music, the magic, and the mania. Beatlemania Again takes fans through the band’s evolution, from the Ed Sullivan era to Sgt. Pepper to Abbey Road. Every note is played on the same instruments The Beatles made famous: Hofner basses, Rickenbacker and Gretsch guitars, Vox amps, and Black Oyster Pearl Ludwig drums. The result is a show that captures not only the iconic look, but the sound of music legends. Tickets $19.50-$61.50. www.cheneyhall.org
Dueling Pianos is an All-Request Night out at J Under the Dome (Former Thomas Hooker Live) tonight! Dinner Service begins at 5:30 (Reservations required Kris@jBar.com) Show starts at 7pm. 2 pianos. They can play EVERYTHING! Tickets at www.jbaratcolt.com
Events:
Golf’s Best are playing in Connecticut through Sunday at the Travelers Championship at the TPC River Highlands in Cromwell. www.travelerschampionship.com
Kick off a great summer at the Celebrate Saybrook Street Party, Sunday from 4:00 - 8:30 pm. A portion of Main Street will be closed to vehicular traffic (starting at 1:30 pm, between Elm and Sheffield Streets) to create a pedestrian-friendly zone featuring music, food, craft beer and spirits, an eclectic mix of vendors, and lots of family fun. At 9:00 pm, the fun shifts to 302 Main Street as we launch 200 drones over the town hall campus in honor of America 250. Details on the best viewing sites and how to access the music through the app will be publicized on the Celebrate Saybrook webpage. For a full list of participants, event schedule, and parking options, visit https://www.sayoldsaybrook.com/celebrate-saybrook.
Catch the WNBA in the Nutmeg State! The Washington Mystics come to Mohegan Sun Arena to battle the CT Sun tonight at 7:30pm. www.mohegansun.com
It’s Pink Out the Park tonight with the Hartford Yard Goats at Dunkin Park as they play the Sea Dogs at 7pm with a Pink Hat giveaway. On Saturday, enjoy the game at 6 followed by Fireworks. And Sunday at 1 the Kids Get to Trick or Treat because its halfway to Halloween! www.yardgoatsbaseball.com
Join the West Hartford Pride celebration Saturday beginning at 10:30am on the steps of City Hall and running through 5pm. This event is free and open to the public. Hosts and headliners include Natalia Fierce and DJ Edgewood with spotlight performers such as, Ru Paul’s Drag Race star, Alyssa Edwards and music sensations Miss Kelli and Bentley Robles, as well as welcoming back crowd favorite Sister Funk! New England Pride 365, and more than a dozen drag performers.
Put on your dancing shoes because Crazy For You, the multiple Tony Award®-winning musical comedy is tapping its way onto the Goodspeed stage. When Broadway hopeful Bobby Child is sent to Nevada to foreclose on an abandoned theatre, he hatches a plan to save the town and get the girl—by putting on a show! Featuring glorious Gershwin melodies including “I Got Rhythm,” “Embraceable You,” and “Someone To Watch Over Me,” it’s a spectacular celebration of classic song-and-dance musicals. Performances now through August 16. www.goodspeed.org or 860-873-8668.
Hartford Stage and Theaterworks present Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street ! Set in the shadows of 19th-century London, this dark tale of vengeance and obsession cuts deep with a razor-sharp score and unforgettable theatrical flair. Performances through July 5th. Tickets are $30. www.hartfordstage.org
The Southington Drive-In season continues with The Karate Kid (1984) Saturday! Gates open at 6pm. Movie begins 30 minutes after dark. $20 per car load. Walk ins $5 (chairs welcome!) CASH ONLY! Listen to the film on 89.9FM
Lake Compounce and Crocodile Cove are open weekends in Bristol and celebrates its historic 180th year. This weekend kicks off its largest Kids Fest celebration ever this weekend, transforming every Saturday and Sunday in June into a family-focused event featuring beloved children's characters, live entertainment, themed treats, and interactive experiences—all included with park admission. This weekend meet Mermaids making waves. From an all-new All-American Summer celebration with fireworks, drone shows and more, to park-wide guest experience enhancements, chef-inspired dining options and events every month, there’s never been a better time to visit. www.lakecompounce.com
The Town of Cromwell Farmers Market takes place Friday evenings from 4–7pm at Riverport Park, now through September 4. The beautiful Riverport Park is conveniently located on the Connecticut River at the junction of Route 9. In addition to farm-fresh vegetables, locally sourced products, and artisans, there are food trucks, vendors and live music. Look for special events and guest appearances throughout the summer. For more information, please contact the Cromwell Recreation Department at recreation@cromwellct.gov or call 860-632-3467.
Sunday wraps up the Spring Flea Markets with the Newington Kiwanis Flea Market on Market Square in Newington! Shop for bargains every Sunday opening at 8:00! They will resume later this year in the Fall.
The Wallingford Garden Market runs every Saturday from 10am to 1pm at Doolittle Park Wallingford. 3 Farmers - About 35 Vendors! Be sure to stop by for your produce, drinks, crafts and so much more!
Get ready to zip, climb and fly through the trees at The Adventure Park at Storrs, 2007 Storrs Road. Tickets are $47. Open Friday 3-8pm, Saturday 10am-8pm and Sunday 10am-6pm. www.myadventurepark.com
Take a ride on the Bushnell Park Carousel open for the season Fridays 1–8PM, Saturdays & Sundays Noon to 5PM.
Farmington Miniature Golf and Ice Cream Parlor is open for their 35th season at 1048 Farmington Ave, Route 4! Family fun with a beautifully maintained course and the best ice cream around! A round is $9 before 6pm and $11 after.
Thanks to our friends at Kidtivity for this list of local FIREWORKS!
