Connecticut has several concert venue options from big stages like Mohegan Sun to outdoor venues such as Harvard Healthcare Amphitheater. So you can choose how intimate you want your concert to be. Concerts are a great way to ease your mind and enjoy a fun time with your friends and family. I have listed a few of the best concert venues in Connecticut.
Ridgefield Playhouse
Ridgefield Playhouse is a small venue that holds 500 people, so you will never have a bad seat! It is an intimate venue that hosts not only musicians and comedians but community events and film screenings. Ridgefield Playhouse has had comedians such as Seth Meyers and Tracy Morgan perform and musical guests such as Andy Grammar and Mandy Moore. At the Ridgefield Playhouse you not only get some big-name artists but also can experience local events including plays and take part in theater classes.
Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater
The Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater is a new concert venue located in Bridgeport, CT. It is beautiful with fun areas that have swings, beach chairs and patio lights all while taking in refreshing breeze from the outdoor/indoor setup. It has food and drinks from beloved local vendors such as Pepe's, Donut Crazy, and Two Roads Brewery to name a few. As well as a variety of food trucks. It has already had big musical performances with shows selling out quickly. Some of the Amphitheater guests include Earth, Wind & Fire, H.E.R., and Lynyrd Skynyrd and upcoming events with Van Morrison, Khelani, and many more. It holds over 5,700 people and every seat has a great view of the stage. People love this venue and it is only getting more and more popular.
Mohegan Sun
Mohegan Sun is the biggest concert venue in Connecticut and holds 10,000 people. It is located in Uncasville on the serene Thames River and is also a casino and hotel. It hosts big names and some upcoming performances are Bruce Springsteen, Luke Combs, and Hall and Oates. Mohegan Sun has several restaurants and stores where people can shop and eat before the concert. It is a place you can spend a weekend at as there is fine dining, entertainment, shopping, and even a spa.
Foxwoods Resort Casino
Like Mohegan Sun, Foxwoods Resort is a casino and a hotel with a spa. It hosts not only musical guests but also comedians and other entertainers. Upcoming they are having great comedians such as Amy Schumer and Jerry Seinfeld. It is a great place to enjoy good entertainment and have some delicious meals with their several dining options.
Fairfield Theater Company
Fairfield Theatre Company is located in the heart of downtown Fairfield. It is a small intimate venue and is easily accessible to the Fairfield Train Station. It is a perfect outing to get a meal at one of the many restaurants nearby and walk to the venue. The theater is a small venue but very intimate as it only holds 640 people. It features musicians, comedians, film screenings, and local events. It is a great place where the community comes together.
Oakdale Theater
Oakdale Theatre is located in Wallingford, CT and holds 5,000. It is a lovely venue and once again there are no bad seats. Lady A and Demi Lovato will be performing there soon and have had big performances such as Dan and Shay, Dua Lipa, and Kevin Hart. The Oakdale Theatre has other performances such as musicals, plays, and comedians.
Xfinity Theater
The Xfinity Theatre located in Connecticut's capital, Hartford, is the perfect summertime concert experience. With lawn seating you can bring or rent beach chairs, blankets, and towels to help lay out and enjoy great music. It is one of the biggest amphitheaters in the country and can hold 30,000 people creating an exciting atmosphere. It always has a great lie up and this summer featured Dead & Company, Luke Bryan, and Dave Matthews Band. It is always a fun time to dance and sing-along to your favorite artists.
Levitt Pavilion
The Levitt Pavilion is located on the Saugatuck River in Westport, CT. It is a gorgeous venue as you get to enjoy the outdoors and the beauty of the river behind it. The pavilion holds one of the longest and largest free outdoor festivals in the country. It was established by the Westport community and is funded mainly by corporations, foundations, and individuals. It showcases local artists but also global artists and strives to create a diverse experience. It is a great place for the community to come together and support talented individuals.
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