Annual Events
Every season brings a new reason to celebrate in New Haven. With a never-ending roster of live concerts, street festivals, and sporting events year-round, you’re guaranteed to never get bored. Residents and locals alike mark their calendars for signature outdoor events like Music on the Green and the annual Holiday Tree Lighting in December. For over a century, revelers from around the world have flocked to New Haven to join the festivities, which include tasty traditions like New Haven Restaurant Week to century-old celebrations like the Greater New Haven St. Patrick’s Day Parade. No matter what month (or mood) you’re in – the Elm City always has something to offer!
January
Flights of Fancy
March
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March – April
New Haven Restaurant Week
April
College Night on Broadway
April
Rock to Rock Earth Day Ride
April
Cherry Blossom Festival
May
New Haven Night Market
May
Dragon Boat Regatta
June
Freddy Fixer Parade
June – August
Happy Hour in the Plaza
June
International Festival of Arts & Ideas
June
New Haven Caribbean Heritage Festival
July
4th of July Fireworks
July
Flights of Fancy
July
Music on the Green
August – September
Elm Shakespeare
September
New Haven Road Race
September
Closer to Free Ride
September
New Haven Grand Prix
September
College Night on Broadway
September
New Haven Restaurant Week
October
City-Wide Open Studios
December
New Haven Holiday Tree Lighting
December
Ice Carving Competition & Demonstrations