Music:
Tonight at 7:30pm it’s Jason Mraz in Foxwood’s Premier Theater. Tickets are $65-$119. www.foxwoods.com
Hollywood Nights is a Bob Seger Tribute that plays tonight at 8 at Infinity Hall in Hartford. Tickets are $43. www.infinityhall.com
Hartford Symphony Orchestra Masterworks Series presents Dvorak and Firebird tonight and Saturday at 8pm and Sunday at 3pm at the Bushnell in Hartford. Get your tickets at www.HartfordSymphony.org or 860-987-5900.
Dueling Pianos is back tonight at J Under the Dome,1 Sequasson St, Hartford. Tickets are $35 per person. Doors will open at 5:00 pm with dinner before the show starts. Reservations are required for dinner even if you purchased tickets for the show. Email Kris@JBaratColt.com for dinner reservations or group seating. Show begins at 7 pm. Purchased tickets does not include food or beverage. Dance and sing-a-long at the is energy, all-request show! www.jbaratcolt.com
Events:
Bring your appetite to the 52nd Annual Greek Festival 2026 at St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 433 Fairfield Ave, Hartford today and Saturday 11am-11p and Sunday Noon to 5pm. Food served continuously – indoor and outdoor dining or take out available. Greek Music and dance, Taverna, Kafenion Coffee House, Cathedral Tours and more! www.stgeorgecathedral.org
Sunday is Portuguese Day in Danbury! It begins with a flag raising at 8:15am in John Perry Soccer Field, Memorial Drive. At 9am a Holy Mass at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Church, 149 Deer Hill Avenue. 10:15am a parade steps off at the Church and ends at Portuguese Square (Liberty Street and Town Hill Avenue). 12:30pm the PICNIC begins at the Portuguese Cultural Center, 65 Sand Pit Road. Food available for purchase, soccer, music, children’s games and more till 9pm.
For 3 days, the area of Trumbull and Pratt Streets comes alive with culinary adventures, experiential entertainment, and expansive, cool music at Hartford Taste Festival. Come taste what's hot Hartford and leave with as many leftovers as you can carry. Friday and Saturday Noon to 9pm, Sunday Noon to 6pm. www.thehartfordtaste.com
Water for Elephants wraps up the Broadway Season at the Bushnell in Hartford. After losing what matters most, a young man jumps a moving train unsure of where the road will take him and finds a new home with the remarkable crew of a travelling circus, and a life - and love - beyond his wildest dreams. Seen through the eyes of his older self, his adventure becomes a poignant reminder that if you choose the ride, life can begin again at any age. It plays through Sunday. Tickets are $46-$159. www.bushnell.org
The Newington Children’s Theatre Company presents a special fundraiser production in memory of Regan Martin Saturday and Sunday with “Miss Nelson Is Missing.” This single-act musical starring 34 children ages 8 to 16 from Newington, Wethersfield, West Hartford, Hartford, and Wallingford, plus another 23 Newington children ages 5 to 8 in the ensemble. Showtimes are 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday and 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday. Regan was an NCTC actress for several years until her unexpected passing at age 12 in 2024. Later that year her family established a fund in her honor to make children’s theatre, which Regan loved, available to other children, as a lasting tribute to her kindness. The production runs approximately 45 minutes, performing at John Wallace Middle School, 71 Halleran Drive. Please see bit.ly/nctctix for advance tickets and additional details.
Goodspeed Operahouse concludes Jesus Christ Superstar this weekend in East Haddam. Tickets are $47-$92. Evenings and Matinees too! 860-873-8668 or www.goodspeed.org
Hartford Stage and TheaterWorks Hartford unite for a bold chamber production of Sweeney Todd, Stephen Sondheim's Tony-winning musical thriller. 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 Disney’s CARS 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
Toss your best at the 3rd Annual Cornhole Tournament Saturday at American Legion, 80 Essex Rd, Old Saybrook. Free admission. Sign up at 11am. Bags fly at noon. Air Mail Contest, Tea Cup Raffle, Lottery Wreath, Silent Auction, Wine Toss and UConn Raffle! Food for purchase too! Proceeds benefit local charities for Veterans, The Cattel Foundation and more. $50 entry fee to play.
Step back in time this D-Day Anniversary at the New England Air Museum. Saturday’s special guided tours are at 11AM & 1PM and explore the story of D-Day through artifacts and historic collections from NEAM. Discover the people, aircraft, and history connected to one of the most significant days of WWII history. Tours are included with museum admission - Adults $23, Seniors $18, Youth 4-114 $13 and Ages 3 and under are FREE. www.neam.org
Lake Compounce and Crocodile Cover 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 year's lineup includes appearances from Blippi, Spookley the Square Pumpkin, Daniel Tiger and Katerina Kittycat from Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood, and magical mermaids in Crocodile Cove water park. Guests can also enjoy an all-new interactive magic show, balloon artistry, and the park's newly opened water park. 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.
I-Park, a 450-acre nature preserve in East Haddam, will be participating in Connecticut Trails Day on Saturday 9:30am to 3:30pm, at 428 Hopyard Road, East Haddam, CT. This will mark I-Park’s first Open Trails Day of our 25th anniversary season, featuring live music, a guided hike, crafting and a garden educational session. This is a free, family‑friendly event. Walk-in registration will be allowed, but advance reservations are recommended for a smooth check-in. A suggested donation of $10 per adult supports the ongoing maintenance of I‑Park’s trails and gardens. To register, please visit www.i-park.org.
Sunday is Flea Market Day with the Newington Kiwanis Flea Market on Market Square in Newington! Shop for bargains every Sunday opening at 8:00!
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!
