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Give the Gift of Experience: The Ultimate New Haven Gift Guide

November 26, 2024

Gift-giving season is officially upon us, and we all know the drill – fuzzy socks, candles, and maybe that sweater you think they’ll like. This year, we invite you to change things up and give your loved one something an elf can’t tinker with. Skip the generic gifts and go for something a little more unexpected – the ultimate experience in downtown New Haven. Culinary experiences for the foodie in your life Eat a bit of foodie history with Taste of New Haven Food Tours. Together, you’ll stroll through our city streets, stopping at some of our most beloved eateries,... View Article

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5 Shops to Score the Best Holiday Outfits

November 26, 2024

Deck the halls and get ready to fill your shopping carts, it’s officially the holiday season.  It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and now’s your chance to step out and rock your most festive looks.  Sharing some of the best shops in town to find your holiday outfit of the season, whether for a chic winter gala or a cozy cookie decorating party. Shop for trendy holiday looks and unique accessories at More Amour Boutique. Hunt for vintage one-of-a-kind styles at 2nd Street. Stop by Raggs for a diverse selection of contemporary menswear, perfect for any holiday party.... View Article

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Small Business Saturday Pop-Up Holiday Market

November 22, 2024

Celebrate Small Business Saturday with a pop-up holiday market that brings the best of New Haven’s festive flair to life! Stroll down Sherman’s Alley and Hyperion Court (1022-1044 Chapel Street) for a day packed with music, unique finds, and holiday fun for all. Discover vintage treasures, one-of-a-kind collectibles, and fresh trees from Nuzzo’s Tree Farm. Enjoy food trucks, free kettle corn, and a live ice-carving show with the Elm City Elf! Gather your friends and family to shop local, savor seasonal treats, and soak in the holiday cheer. Join us on 11/30 11am – 4pm (rain date 12/1), brought to... View Article

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Three New Haven Restaurants Open For Thanksgiving

October 29, 2024

Laughs mark the Thanksgiving holiday shared, memories made, and dishes dirtied. Did you ever consider that a holiday meal doesn’t necessitate that third item? If you’ve ever been tempted to skip the culinary grunt work that goes into the Thanksgiving holiday and indulge in the creations of chefs more practiced than you, look no further. As one of New England’s most exciting culinary hubs, New Haven is home to a selection of celebrated restaurants that are open for business on Thanksgiving. These restaurants are here to give you one thing you really can be grateful for – a night off.... View Article

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Five Stores to Shop on Small Business Saturday

October 29, 2024

With the holidays around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about the perfect gifts for your loved ones. We know it feels too soon. The tree is still in the attic, and are those pumpkins still on the porch?  Fret not, New Haven. We’re sharing some of our favorite shops for you to visit on Small Business Saturday so you can get all your holiday shopping done early this year. Pebbles Toys & Gifts – A one-stop shop to buy something sweet for the little ones in your life Bark & Vine – Give your favorite green thumb something... View Article

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Four Places to Reconnect with Friends Pre-Thanksgiving

October 29, 2024

Thanksgiving’s all about family, but let’s be honest, sometimes you need a break before they’ve even arrived. While everyone’s back in town to celebrate with their relatives, why not reconnect with friends in Downtown New Haven on Wednesday night?  See below for our picks for Elm City’s best spots to catch up with your chosen family.  Snack on unique happy hour sliders like Cajun Salmon or Cool Ranch Crispy Chicken at Elm City Social. Split a few plates of homemade pasta at Gioia while taking in some of the best views of Wooster Square. Imbibe on craft cocktails from The... View Article

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Get Witchy: A Wicked Day in Downtown New Haven (No Flying Monkeys Required!)

October 29, 2024

A witchy new season has begun – and we’re not discussing Halloween. In case you’ve missed the press tour, the branded merch, or Ariana Grande’s recent Saturday Night Live hosting gig, Wicked has landed smack in the middle of the zeitgeist. The first chapter of the two-part cinematic event arrives in the theaters of New Haven on November 22, with Grande starring alongside Broadway legend Cynthia Erivo. The premiere day cannot come soon enough, and we’re on the edge of our seats. Call it overenthusiasm or call it a hidden history, but our Elm City is not such a far... View Article

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‘Gilmore Girls’ Fall Arrives in New Haven

October 9, 2024

Fall is here, and Downtown New Haven has been Gilmore-fied. Each year, as our leaves crisp and the air cools, Rorys and Lorelais emerge from the woodwork in search of cable knit sweaters, strong coffee, and Yale merch. Gilmore Girls is a seven-season dramedy series that ran from 2000 to 2006, with more than a few of those years bringing the city of New Haven to the big screen as one-half of the show’s mother-daughter duo studied at Yale University. Yale’s moniker as “home of bulldogs” is not the only Gilmore-ian thread sewn through our city. The beloved series left... View Article

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The Best Leaf Peeping Spots in New Haven this Fall

October 9, 2024

In New Haven, leaf-peeping season is arguably the best season of the year. With fall foliage colors peaking October 16th -30th, there is no better time to plan an autumn adventure. From East Rock to Westville, we’ve narrowed down the best spots to take in nature’s fireworks show in New Haven. So grab your pumpkin spice lattes and a pair of hiking boots, and let the leaf-peeping commence! East Rock Park Rated as one of TripAdvisor’s top ten things to do in New Haven, East Rock Park is a must-visit spot for leaf peeping this autumn. Open daily from sunrise... View Article

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October is Pizza Month: Celebrate in the Nation’s Captial

September 26, 2024

Tens of thinly crusted, steaming hot apizzas have left the oven since you started reading this sentence. Do you know where your dinner is? October marks the return of National Pizza Month to our collective community calendar, and for the first time in our long-measured, coal-fired history, we’re celebrating the holiday as the congressionally declared National Pizza Capital. Back in May of this year, U.S. Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro, representing Connecticut’s Third District, entered a statement into the Congressional Record declaring “New Haven the Pizza Capital of the United States.” The historic proclamation honored the thousands of Connecticut families and locals... View Article