Welcome to New Haven, Connecticut,
Birthplace of the Frisbee, the lollipop, and the hamburger sandwich, New Haven is a city shaped by creativity, culture, and conversation. Independent shops surprise, flavors evolve, and a perfectly charred slice of pizza settles the debate, setting the stage for the experiences that define a visit to New Haven.
In our city, the walk between places matters as the experience unfolds block by block. Streets connect galleries to cafés, historic architecture to the makers and ideas shaping New Haven today, and planned stops to moments of discovery along the way. Scroll on to see what’s happening, what’s new, and what’s waiting for you in the Elm City.
Who Knew?
Your monthly dispatch for stories, spotlights, and what’s shaping the conversation.
Pull back the curtain on the people, places, and quirks that give New Haven its spark. From chefs sharing recipes and shopkeepers spotting what’s next to creative voices and the stories that shape the Elm City, this is a closer look at a city full of character, flavor, and perspective. Start reading and don’t be surprised if you find yourself thinking, who knew?
The Elm City Scoop
Thoughtful, local, and worth the open.
Signature events, foodie finds, shopping trends, and hidden gems shape each edition of The Elm City Scoop. Delivered monthly to your inbox, this curated roundup keeps you connected to what’s happening across New Haven and what’s worth planning around.
Plot Twist: You’ve Got Plans
Plan like a local with our comprehensive city-wide calendar.
Concerts, gallery openings, trivia nights, and special events fill our calendar with options worth choosing. Whether you’re building a night out or chasing a spontaneous idea, this is where plans come together for the latest events in New Haven.
A City-Wide Celebration
Events rooted in New Haven.
Exhibitions, talks, tours, and performances explore elevating local history, understanding democracy, and practicing civics.
Let’s Get Social
A front-row view of the city in motion.
Follow @InfoNewHaven on Instagram, Facebook, and Threads for a visual look at the city as it unfolds. Streets, storefronts, sunsets, and everyday moments come together here. Scroll, save, and let what you see shape your next visit.
February temps may be cold, but New Haven events are heating up.🔥
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Happy birthday, New Haven. 🎉
On January 21, 1784, the State of Connecticut officially approved the city’s charter, giving the Elm City its formal start and setting the stage for everything that’s followed.
From a carefully planned nine-square grid to a reputation for world-famous pizza, groundbreaking ideas, and serious cultural influence, New Haven has never been just one thing. It’s a college town, a food city, an arts hub, and a place where history and creativity continue to collide.
A few fun facts worth celebrating today:
🌳 NHV is home to the first public park in the U.S.
🏟️ The Yale Bowl helped shape modern stadiums.
🍕 And yes, our pizza really is that famous.
Swipe through for some of our favorite looks at the Elm City through the years, and help us wish New Haven a very happy birthday. 🥳
#NHV #Connecticut
2016 was definitely a vibe and we think we captured it quite nicely through heavy filter usage and photo collages.
New Haven just keeps getting prettier with age as do our photography skills. 💅🏼 Cheers to 2026!
Starting 2026 off with a̶ ̶b̶a̶n̶g̶ ah-beetz! In the National Geographic spotlight this month: Frank Pepe`s Pizzeria. From white clam to margherita, Pepe`s has long been a pioneer of pie-perfection. 🍕
Read the full article at the link in bio.
#NewHaven #NHV #Connecticut
New year, New Haven. Here are your can’t-miss January events in #NHV. 🗓️
A ✨very good✨ year in review.
New Haven was everywhere in 2025, and the headlines told a pretty great story. From national buzz to well-deserved recognition, the Elm City had a year worth celebrating. Here’s to bringing that same energy into 2026.🎆
This sweet holiday cocktail is shaking things up at Heirloom in New Haven. Served in a snowman glass and surrounded by cozy, festive décor, this drink is rich, creamy, and finished with a parfaît blend of seasonal spices.
What’s inside 👀
Bumbu Rum Crème Liqueur
Wild-Arbor Cinnamon
Cardamom Liqueur
Licor 43 Vanilla Liqueur
Oat Milk
Smooth, decadent, and made for lingering a little longer in the holiday season.
Heirloom
📍1157 Chapel St, New Haven, CT.
✨’Twas the Week Before Christmas in NHV✨
’Twas the week before Christmas in New Haven town,
And shoppers were circling up Chapel and down.
Store windows were glowing with deals to entice,
Here in this Haven for the naughty and nice.
Wish lists were growing with every boutique,
From locally made treasures to finds rare and chic.
Gifts for the hosts, the teachers, the crew,
And something small, yes, for yourself too.
The pizza was perfect, the slices divine,
Apizza debates paired with bottles of wine.
Modern or Pepe’s or Sally’s (of course),
A gift card solves dinner. Efficient. No remorse.
The Shubert marquee glowed warm in the cold,
A night out wrapped nicely, no size to be sold.
Cafés filled with shoppers taking a pause,
Cocoa in hand, planning who gets what and because.
At home, lists were checked, then checked once more,
Stockings filled early, bags tucked by the door.
Lights on the stoops, gifts ready to go,
New Haven had holidays down to a glow.
So here’s to a city that gifts with intent,
Where every dollar feels thoughtfully spent.
A week before Christmas, the message was clear,
Shop local. Gift well. Your guide starts here. 🎁
