Tag Archive: Seasonal

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Small Business Saturday in Downtown New Haven

November 15, 2023

November 25th marks the return of a well-loved holiday in downtown New Haven – Small Business Saturday.  Five distinct shopping districts are located throughout the downtown neighborhood: Broadway, Chapel Street Historic, Chapel West, Ninth Square, and Whitney-Audubon – each featuring locally owned and operated retail businesses.  Click here for a list of downtown locally-owned retailer locations throughout downtown. The second annual Small Business Saturday Pop-Up will return to our city this month, at 1042 Chapel St. from 12 – 4 pm, featuring free arts and crafts, freshly popped kettle corn, live music, exclusive giveaways, and tons of fantastic shopping from... View Article

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Leaf-peeping and Ghoulish Things

September 28, 2023

Summer turns to fall, kids grow into adults, and leaf peepers become trick-or-treaters become . October marks the official entrance into leaf-peeping season, with peak fall foliage color estimated to be on display from October 3 to November 8. Looking for the best spots to leaf-peep in New Haven? Check out our blog post! Whether you journey to East Rock or Westville, don’t forget your hiking boots. If you prefer twisted licorice to fallen leaves, and peanut butter cups to pumpkin spice, then you’re in luck. October is more than leaf-peeping season, it’s spooky season. Throw on your costume and... View Article

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The Ultimate Guide to New Haven’s September Races

August 30, 2023

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.  46th 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, the... View Article

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The Merry Wives of Windsor [Elm Shakespeare Company -2023]

July 27, 2023

Thanks to the Elm Shakespeare Company, Shakespeare in the Park returns to New Haven this month. Completely free to visitors, the company will perform The Merry Wives of Windsor in Edgerton Park from August 17 to September 3. Pack a picnic and head to the park early to mingle with your fellow theater-goers. Performances begin at 7:30 PM – shall we seeth thee th’re?

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Amistad Freedom Schooner (2023)

July 27, 2023

August brings the return of the Amistad Freedom Schooner, which will be in port at Long Warf from August 2 – 21, and August 29 – September 5. While in port, the replica of this historic ship will be open for educational tours, teaching visitors about the ship’s creation, the story of the Amistad Rebellion, and the ship’s fate today. The Amistad Freedom Voyage tours are FREE, open to the public, and have educated more than 16,000 students, sharing stories of justice, freedom, and human rights.

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The Perfect Mother’s Day For Every Kind of Mom

May 8, 2023

When it comes to how we talk about motherhood, it’s out with the old and in with the honest. There is no one size fits all for parenting, and there is no right or wrong way to be a mother. For a mother as particular, authentic, and special as your own, your Mother’s Day gift should follow suit. Whatever sickly sweet mug you bookmarked or promo code you saved in your notes app, forget it. Mom deserves more this year, and we’re here to help you execute. Here are five great Mother’s Day activities for every type of mom in... View Article

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The Glowing History of New Haven’s Annual Tree Lighting

November 30, 2022

As we head into the holiday season, Market New Haven had the pleasure of speaking with Colin Caplan, New Haven resident, historian, author, and pizza historian, about everyone’s favorite holiday festivity – the annual holiday tree lighting, which takes place every year on the New Haven Green. Read what he had to say about this centuries-old tradition, and what it means to the people of New Haven.  “The improvement of New Haven’s civic life became a focus of city leaders at the beginning of the 20th century, as exemplified by the first public Christmas tree lighting on the New Haven... View Article