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Race to the Finish Your Guide to New Haven’s September Races

August 27, 2025

Walkers, joggers, and cyclists alike, did you hear that starting bell? Lace up your sneakers and hit the pavement; New Haven’s September races are right around the corner. These annual events aren’t just about beating your records; these days are a full-fledged celebration of history, community, and the thrill of friendly competition. Here’s everything you need to know about the races, from their history to their future. 48th Annual Faxon Law New Haven Road Race The year was 1978, marked by the reigning power of disco and the birth of running for leisure instead of running for sport. That year,... View Article

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New Haven Goes for the World’s Largest Pizza Party

August 27, 2025

If there’s one thing New Haven knows how to do, it’s make pizza history. In May 2024, Congress crowned us the official Pizza Capital of the United States. Now, we’ve set our sights a little higher—or at least a lot hungrier. This September, the Elm City is taking a bite out of the Guinness World Record for the Largest Pizza Party. The scene? The 10th annual Apizza Feast at the New Haven Grand Prix on Friday, September 12. The mission? Gather 5,000 pizza lovers on the New Haven Green to top Tulsa’s record of 3,357 set just last year. After... View Article

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Inside the Black Wall Street Festival: A Celebration of Black and Brown Brilliance

July 30, 2025

New Haven’s Black Wall Street Festival returns August 16, and this year, it’s got it all. More than 300 Black-owned businesses will fill The Green for the city’s biggest celebration of Black and Brown creativity, culture, and community. New to the lineup: The Audacity to Build summit on August 14, where conversations around wealth, identity, and power take center stage. On August 15, the Entrepreneur Party is back with a fresh new vibe and a live performance by R&B favorite Vedo. Also debuting: The Yard, a high-energy space honoring HBCU pride and the Divine Nine. We caught up with Aaron... View Article

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Elm Shakespeare Gets a Bollywood Makeover

July 30, 2025

Summer nights in New Haven are made for a little magic – and no one conjures it better than Elm Shakespeare Company. Since 1995, they’ve been reimagining the Bard’s classics with heart, humor, and a flair for the unexpected. Every year, they deliver two full-scale professional productions and five educational shows, blending local pride with world-class performances that have it all. When the weather warms up, all eyes turn to Edgerton Park. This historic green space sets the stage for starlit picnics, community gatherings, and some of the most memorable performances in town. This season, Elm Shakespeare turns A Midsummer... View Article

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Connecticut Tax Free Week at The Shops at Yale: Aug. 17-23

July 30, 2025

The final stretch of summer is here – and with it comes a New Haven tradition that blends back-to-school buzz with downtown charm. Connecticut’s Tax-Free Week returns August 17–23, and there’s no better place to celebrate it than The Shops at Yale. Whether you’re moving into your dorm, refreshing your fall wardrobe, or simply soaking up the end-of-summer energy, this is your cue to shop smart, support local, and embrace the season in style. Here’s everything you need to know before you hit the sidewalks. Back-to-School, New Haven Style Tax-Free Week lands right when it matters most – just in... View Article

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New Haven in the News: Summer 2025 Roundup

July 29, 2025

We’re only halfway through 2025, and New Haven’s already racking up some serious national attention. From pizza crownings to stress-free travel features — and even a little Hogwarts-level magic — the Elm City has been quietly (okay, not that quietly) stealing the spotlight. Here’s a look at some of the recent media love coming our way: Travel & Getaways “The Best Weekend Getaways from NYC” – Time Out New York Spoiler: New Haven made the list. Again. Big flavor, bold culture, and just a quick train ride away. “Is ‘Townsizing’ the Key to Stress-Free Travel?” – HuffPost Hint: It involves... View Article

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Explore New Haven’s Dixwell Neighborhood

May 28, 2025

If you find yourself on Dixwell Avenue in early June and hear the distant thump of drums, you’re not imagining things—you’re being pulled into the heartbeat of one of New Haven’s most historic neighborhoods. The Elm City Freddy Fixer Parade, a beloved summer tradition, is a vibrant celebration of Black heritage, community pride, and cultural resilience. First held in the 1960s, it’s now the oldest Black-led parade in New England—and it still carries the same founding spirit: uplift, empower, and clean up. The name “Freddy Fixer” honors a grassroots movement that began as a neighborhood beautification project. Today, it’s grown... View Article

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Celebrate a City of Creativity with the 30th International Festival of Arts & Ideas

May 28, 2025

One of the city’s most beloved events, The International Festival of Arts & Ideas, returns June 14-28 for its 30th anniversary, and is sure to set the city abuzz. Join family, friends, and neighbors while New Haven marks three decades of unforgettable performances, insightful conversations, and vibrant energy. A Pearl of an Anniversary To honor the festival’s 30-year journey, New Haven is celebrating with the pearl – the traditional anniversary gift. A pearl transforms from a small irritant into a luminous gem, much like how incredible art and brilliant ideas blossom from diverse perspectives.  Books, Ideas, and Burning Questions Dive... View Article

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New Haven Pride Center: A Place for Community, Culture, and Support

May 28, 2025

If you’ve ever wandered around Downtown in June and felt something electric in the air – more color, more joy, more rhythm in the streets – that’s Pride Month pulsing through the city, a time to honor and uplift our LGBTQ+ community. And right at the center of it all, both literally and symbolically, is the New Haven Pride Center. It isn’t just a building or a program. It’s a home base. A hub. A heartbeat. Tucked into the city’s cultural core, the New Haven Pride Center has been holding space for LGBTQ+ lives, stories, and futures for nearly 30... View Article

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New Haven Night Market Returns on May 16

April 28, 2025

Mark your calendars—New Haven Night Market is back on Friday, May 16, and it’s set to light up Ninth Square with one of the city’s most anticipated evenings of the season. First launched in December 2018, the Night Market was inspired by the vibrant tradition of Chinese night markets. Since then, it’s evolved into a true celebration of New Haven’s creative spirit—bringing together food, music, art, small businesses, and community pride. This spring’s edition runs from 5–10 PM and promises a choose-your-own-adventure kind of night, with 100+ vendors lining the streets. Expect delicious eats, hands-on experiences, and live entertainment on... View Article