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March Must-Do’s in Downtown New Haven: Can’t-Miss Events & Exciting Happenings [2025]

Spring is just around the corner, and downtown New Haven is buzzing with events you won’t want to miss! From magical meet-and-greets to live music, comedy, and nostalgic throwbacks, there’s something for everyone this month. Whether you’re looking to belt out “Let It Go” with Princess Anna, battle it out in a Pokémon Trainer Challenge, […]

Creativity, Style & Flavor—Meet the Women Behind Downtown’s Favorites

March is Women’s History Month, and we’re shining a spotlight on three incredible women shaping Downtown New Haven with their passion and creativity! Claire Criscuolo – A Culinary Icon For nearly 50 years, Claire’s Corner Copia has been a go-to spot for fresh, sustainable, and flavor-packed vegetarian-kosher dishes—all made from scratch with love. Whether you’re […]

Step Inside Art History—YCBA Welcomes Visitors Again March 29 [2025]

Big News for Art Lovers—The Yale Center for British Art (YCBA) reopens on March 29!  After two years of careful restoration, the YCBA is ready to welcome back visitors. Home to the largest collection of British art outside the UK, this downtown treasure has been refreshed with updated galleries, improved lighting, and exciting new exhibitions—all […]

Flipping Out Over Breakfast: New Haven’s Best Stacks and More

Pancake lovers, this one’s for you! National Pancake Day is March 4, and whether you like them stacked high, syrup-soaked, or stuffed with sweet surprises, New Haven has your perfect plate. From classic breakfast joints to creative brunch spots, we’ve rounded up the best flapjacks in town—check out our blog for the full list here. → […]

Luck of the Irish St. Paddy’s Day [2025]

Each March for the past 183 years, Downtown transforms into a vibrant celebration of Irish pride for the Greater New Haven St. Patrick’s Day Parade. As Connecticut’s largest single-day spectator event, this beloved tradition has been drawing crowds since 1842. On Sunday, March 16, the St. Paddy’s Day parade returns with marching bands, festive floats, […]

Black History Month in New Haven [Feb. 2025]

February marks the return of Black History Month. New Haven is unique in this narrative, with its deep connections to the fight for freedom, justice, and equality. From the Amistad story to local trailblazers like William Lanson and the resources at the New Haven Museum, the city offers a meaningful lens through which we can reflect on our city’s Black […]

East Rock Market & Murder Myster Cocktail Tour

Craving something delicious? You’ll find it at East Rock Market, New Haven’s first-ever food hall! With four unique food concepts and bar, this premier culinary hub is a destination for residents and visitors. Check out our blog post round-up here → As for the libations, you’ll have to work for your drinks. Taste of New Haven’s Murder […]

10 Things to Do in New Haven – January 2025

Don’t miss out on January’s  top picks, here are 10 can’t-miss events, we’ll see you Downtown! 1/4-3/29 City Seed Winter Market Conte West Hills Magnet School Gymnasium 1/14 & 1/15 MLK Celebration Yale Peabody Museum 1/16-2/8 Eden Yale Repertory Theatre 1/18 The Cry Within The Shubert Cabaret 1/19 Must Be Nice R&B Concert Shubert Theatre 1/22 Free for All: The Public […]