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This month in Downtown, summer continues to sizzle with festivals, tax-free shopping, and endless ways to savor the season. Before the school bells ring, seize the sunny days with outdoor theater, play in some of New Haven’s 2,000 acres of green space, and mangia at New Haven’s hottest outdoor dining spots. And when you need a break from the heat, dive into cool museums, explore local shops, and sip on some of the best iced drinks in Downtown.
Don’t miss a moment to celebrate the last long days of summer in Downtown this August.
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📸 @thebreedent & @newhavencultural
Our city thrives on its cultural tapestry, and this month, we unite to celebrate our vibrant diversity.
Puerto Rican Festival
Celebrate the vibrant culture of Puerto Rico on August 10 from 1 - 9 pm on the New Haven Green! Enjoy mouth-watering food from diverse food trucks, engage in fun family activities, explore unique arts & crafts, and groove to live music. Don’t miss this lively event honoring Puerto Rican heritage. See more here →
The BWS Fest
The Black Wall Street Festival returns to Downtown New Haven August 12 - 17 for a six day celebration empowering black and brown creatives from across the city. This inspiring event promotes economic empowerment with live music, delicious food, community activities, and features powerful performances. See more here →
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New Haven’s passion for homestyle Italian cuisine shines brightly at Strega, a newcomer in Downtown. Strega’s menu boasts fresh antipasti plates, rich pasta dishes like gnocchi alla Sorrentina, and flavorful entrees such as slow-cooked Angus short ribs. Save room for their modern twists on traditional desserts, like the deconstructed cannolo siciliano.
Thirsty for something refreshing after a long summer day? Look no further than CITA Park, downtown’s exclusive beer garden open Thursdays through Sundays through October. More than a mere gathering spot, CITA Park champions a progressive craft beer scene with a focus on BIPOC-owned beverages and food vendors. Their lineup of events, both free and ticketed, celebrates the rich cultural tapestry of black and brown communities.
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Save on back-to-school shopping when Connecticut Tax-Free Week returns August 18-24. Enjoy tax-free shopping at the city’s trendiest stores including Urban Outfitters, J. Crew, lululemon, and Sneaker Junkies and more.
After shopping for the hottest trends, cool down with free ice cream with any retail purchase of $75 or more at The Shops at Yale August 11-24. Restrictions apply see details here →
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Now is the winter of our discontent… Well, actually now are the final days of summer and what better way to close out the season than with a visit to the Elm Shakespeare Company, back with their 29th annual summer production, Richard III. Directed by Rebecca Goodheart, the free production will take place at the Alexander Clark Playhouse Stage in Edgerton Park August 16- September 1. See more here →
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📸 @theshopsatyale
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Here are 7 things happening Downtown this August we recommend checking out:
8/1 Beres Hammond
College Street Music Hall
8/3-8/4 Gospel Fest
Geoff Street Park
8/3, 8/10, 8/17, 8/24, 8/31 Summer Highlights Tour
Yale University Art Gallery
8/3 Iration and Pepper: Daytrippin in Paradise Tour
College Street Music Hall
8/7 FREE Family Fun Day
East Rock Park
8/15 Live Nation Presents: The Dip
Toad's Place
8/29 Valient
Toad’s Place
6 free ongoing events in Downtown:
🥬 CitySeed Farmers Market
Wooster Square, 9am-1pm | August 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31
🍿 Movies in the Plaza
Pitkin Plaza, 8-10:30pm | August 7, 14, 21 & 28
🌈 Orange Street Promenade
Orange, between Crown & Center, 6-9:30pm | August 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
🍻 Happy Hour in the Plaza
Temple Plaza, 5-7:30pm | August 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
🎟 Movies in the Plaza Summer Sundays
Pitkin Plaza, 4-6:30pm | August 4 & 18
💃 Salsa Under the Stars
Broadway Plaza, 6:30-9:30pm | August 4 & 18
Be sure to check out our info new haven calendar and follow us on Instagram for all there is to see and do in downtown and beyond.
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Parking in downtown is convenient with thousands of available spaces in parking garages, surface lots and on-street parking.
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In partnership with Yale University and Yale New Haven Health System, Market New Haven champions the growth of tourism and economic activity in downtown New Haven.
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