Events

Every now and then, a shopping trip is worth the drive. Material Girls Boutique is clearing the racks with deep discounts on favorite designers, jewelry, accessories, and gifts.

Experience the breathtaking Tree Swallow migration aboard the Essex Steam Train and Riverboat, where thousands of birds perform a spectacular sunset aerial display along the lower Connecticut River during fall migration.

Dahlia lovers, this one’s for you. Four Root Farm’s four-week flower subscription delivers a fresh bouquet of specialty dahlias each week, with more than 30 colorful varieties in rotation.

The Benton is turning 60. Celebrate with new exhibitions and a September 10 reception, then bid in its online auction before the September 27 birthday party and final bidding.

Cocktail lovers, clear your calendars. New Haven Cocktail Week serves up seven spirited days of creative drinks, tastings, seminars, and special events at bars and restaurants across the Elm City.

Support families facing congenital heart disease at Light Up the Night. Enjoy dinner, cocktails, auctions, and inspiring stories while helping provide critical resources for children and their caregivers.

Fall looks especially good on gallery walls. Spectrum Art Gallery captures the season’s colors, changing light, landscapes, and textures through paintings, photography, sculpture, fine crafts, and mixed media.

Summer meets fall in the most delicious way. Weekend Kitchen pairs seasonal ingredients with two hands-on cooking evenings featuring talented chefs, beautiful menus, and plenty of inspiration for autumn.

Fall is taking over Homeward Collective. Browse topiary from Martha Stewart favorite Atlock Farm, handmade pottery, and seasonal finds while enjoying live music, bites, and drinks on the patio.

Wine tastes even better with a little fall fun. Stonington Vineyards pairs its annual Harvest Festival with live music, food trucks, local artisans, and plenty of time to sip.