Weekly Events 6/28/21 to 7/4/21

kingcrusher Weekly Events

General Ideas

  • Check out the Dinosaur’s around the World exhibition at the Hartford Science center, wed to sun (tix are $25).
  • Rent Paddleboard, kayaks, bike, snowboards, and monster paddle boards at Adventure Mystic and paddle around the Mystic River and Seaport! Or go for the powered version and rent a 2-seater boat that goes up to 30 MPH (no boat license required) for a 3-hour guided tour ($150 per person) or 1-hour ($90 per person) open water adventure!
  • Try a swing on a flying trapeze at Fearless Flyers Academy in Mystic, CT @ Fields of Fire. Open swing sat 1-4p ($10 for 1 swing, $25 for 3). They also offer trapeze classes for $60/class and aerial classes (trampoline & more) for $30/class.  Foxwoods also has a 350ft tall 1/4 mile long zipline you can rip down, hitting 60mph. Its open 12p to 6p and tix are $59. Powder Ridge Mountain in Middlefield, CT also has a zip line for $12. Hit the Aerial Park at Fields of Fire in Mystic, CT to climb through 5 different aerial course & zip lines ($59 for 3 hrs of climbing). Book an Evening session to go Night Climbing under the lights! If you can’t get enough night climbing, zip on over to Storrs Adventure park for 2 hrs of light guided night climbing through the largest forest park in CT! Tix are $33 for night climbing or $49 for 3 hrs of day climbing.
  • Bring or Rent a Mountain bike & use the lift and trails at Powder Ridge Mountain in Middlefield, CT, open Thurs thru Sun. Bike rentals are $65-$95 & park passes are $32. While you’re there ride the zip line for $12, play disc golf for $7 or cruise around the pond for an hr in an electric kayak, fun boat, kayak, or paddle bike for $5-$10. Rip it down the summer tubing slide for $8!!
  • Ride a 8-mile 2-seater Rail Bike on the Essex Rail line, then optionally pair it with a Steam train/Riverboat combo Ride. Book in advance for $75 for 2 -seater rail car or $125 for the combo.
  • Take a 1 hr flight lesson that is 30 mins on the ground, 30 mins in the air learning to take off, climb, & land a plane @ Avia Flight Academy in Stratford, CT. Tix are $299.
  • Put your Gumshoeing skills to the test at the outdoor trail based escape room @ Fields of Fire in Mystic CT. Book in advance for 1-5 people ($89 for the first 2 people + 19 pp up to 5 people). Try a VR escape room @ Xperiment VR for $44 @ The Hawley Lane Mall in Trumbull, CT.
  • Go up to the top of the Harbor Pequot Lighthouse and take in the spectacular views and learn about the history of the lighthouse (Sat & Sun 10a to 12p, $35/pp).

Weekly Breakdown

149 ways to Crush it this week!!

Mon

Tues

Wed

  • Latin Night (dance) @ 86’d in Norwich, CT from 8p to 12a. No cover. Salsa, Cumbia, Bachata & more!
  • DJ Felix’s 90’s Party (Live DJ) @ The Pavilion in Old Lyme, CT @ 2p. No cover.
  • Dan Watson (live music) @ Pie Hops in Norwich, CT from 6p to 9p. No cover.
  • An Evening w/ Will Evans (Live music) @ Saltwater Farm Vineyard in Stonington, CT @ 6p. Tix are $30. Live music w/ rolling tomato food truck or bring your own picnic. Note parking pass must also be purchased ($5/car)
  • Vermont Lake Monsters at Norwich Sea Unicorns (Minor league baseball game) @ Dodd Stadium in Norwich, CT @ 7p. Tix are $20. Kids 12 & under eat free!
  • Altoona Curve vs Hartford Yard Goats (Minor league baseball game) @ Dunkin Donuts Park in Hartford, CT @ 7p. Tix are $13/tix + $5 parking. First 1500 fans get free sunglasses
  • Pop up & Coming (live music) @ Priam Vineyards in Colchester, CT from 6:30p to 8:30p. Tix are $5.
  • Comedy Night w/ Marty Caproni & Friends (comedy show) @ Bear’s Smokehouse in New Haven, CT @ 7:30p. Tix are $15.
  • Brian & Rickie (live music) @ Sunset Ribs in Waterford, CT from 5p to 9p. No cover.
  • Line Dance at the Beach (dancing) @ Paddy’s Beach Club in Misquamicut, RI @ 6p. Tix are $10.
  • Marvel Cinematic Universe Trivia (trivia) @ Strange Brew Pub in Norwich, CT @ 6:30p. Tix are $5.
  • Trivia (trivia) @ 86’d in Norwich, CT from 7p to 10p. Tix are $10/team.
  • BooYah! plays Amy Winehouse featuring Mary Corso (live music) @ Arch Street Tavern in Hartford, CT from 8:30p to 12a. Tix are $10.
  • Live Music Wednesdays (live music) @ The Fisherman’s in Long Point Groton, CT from 7p to 10p. No cover.
  • Goonies (drive-in movie) @ Misquamicut Drive in Theater in Misquamicut, RI @ 9p. Tix are $25 per carload. Note no cash sales, buy tickets in advance, and pay for concessions online. Main gate opens at 6:30, previews start @ 8, movie @ 9
  • Live Music & Happier Hours (live music & happy hour) @ Rocks 21 in Mystic, CT from 3:30p to 6p. No cover. $3 Guinness, $7 house wine, $7 martinis
  • Contactless Karaoke (karaoke) @ Dockside Bar in New London, CT from 8p to 1a. No cover.
  • Trivia (trivia) @ Harp & Hound in Mystic, CT from 6:30p to 8:30p. No cover. Note: check their Facebook page for updates
  • Happy Hour – App food specials & drink specials (happy hour) @ Chapter One in Mystic, CT from 3p to 6p. No cover. Buck-a-shuck, wings, $2 Bud, Coors, $5 wine & cocktails
  • Karaoke (live 80s music) @ Arch Street Tavern in Hartford, CT @ 10p. No cover.
  • happy hour specials (happy hour) @ Draft Choice in New London, CT from 4p to 6p. No cover. Select $5 Beers, $8 cocktails, 20% off apps
  • Jurassic Quest (drive thru dino exhibition) @ Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MA from 1p to 8p. Tix are $49/ vehicle. Take an hour long drive thru tour with 70+ realistic dinosaurs!
  • Black Veil Brides (online concert stream) @ Facebook @ 5p. No cover.

Thurs

  • Steve Aoki (EDM concert) @ Shrine in Foxwoods, CT from 9p to 1a. Tix are $35. Note: There is a dress code
  • Summerland Tour w/ Everclear, Hoobastank, Living Colour, Wheatus, (concert) @ House of Blues in Boston, MA @ 8p. Tix are $35.
  • Esker Pt Beach concert w/ Sugar (Live cover band) @ Esker Pt. Beach in Groton, CT @ 6p. Tix are $10/car or use the free shuttle at the school
  • Mullett (free hair band show) @ Wolf Den in Mohegan Sun @ 8p. No cover.
  • Line Dancing (dancing) @ Ocean Beach Park in New London, CT @ 7p. No cover.
  • Travis (live music) @ The Pavilion in Old Lyme, CT @ 2p. No cover.
  • Live Music w/ Ian Kelly (live music) @ Saltwater Farm Vineyard in Stonington, CT from 5p to 7p. No cover.
  • Ethan Cash (live music) @ On the Waterfront in New London, CT from 6p to 9p. No cover.
  • Red Light (Live party rock music) @ Filomena’s in Waterford, CT @ 6p. No cover.
  • Open  Mic (acoustic open mic) @ 86’d in Norwich, CT from 8p to 11p. No cover.
  • David Sadloski (live music) @ Sunset Ribs in Waterford, CT from 5p to 9p. No cover.
  • Westfield Starfires at Norwich Sea Unicorns (Minor league baseball game) @ Dodd Stadium in Norwich, CT @ 7p. Tix are $20. Thirsty Thursday – $2 Sam Adams & $1 bud lights
  • Altoona Curve vs Hartford Yard Goats (Minor league baseball game) @ Dunkin Donuts Park in Hartford, CT @ 7p. Tix are $13/tix + $5 parking.
  • Thirsty Thursday (comedy) @ Comix Comedy club in Mohegan Sun @ 10p. Tix are $10. Note there is a $10 food/drink minimum per person
  • Karaoke w/ DJ Jack Rhino (karaoke) @ Comix Roadhouse in Mohegan Sun @ 9:15p. No cover.
  • Trivia (trivia) @ Pie Hops in Norwich, CT @ 7p. No cover.
  • The Meg (drive-in movie) @ Misquamicut Drive in Theater in Misquamicut, RI @ 9p. Tix are $25 per carload. Note no cash sales, buy tickets in advance, and pay for concessions online. Main gate opens at 6:30, previews start @ 8, movie @ 9
  • Trivia (trivia) @ Brazen Hen in Westerly, RI @ 7:30p. No cover.
  • Happy Hour – App food specials & drink specials (happy hour) @ Chapter One in Mystic, CT from 3p to 6p. No cover. Buck-a-shuck, wings, $2 Bud, Coors, $5 wine & cocktails
  • Pratt Street Patio (live music) @ Pratt Street in Hartford, CT from 6p to 7p. No cover.
  • Happy Hour Specials (happy hour) @ Draft Choice in New London, CT from 4p to 6p. No cover. Select $5 Beers, $8 cocktails, 20% off apps.
  • Jurassic Quest (drive thru dino exhibition) @ Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MA from 9a to 8p. Tix are $49/ vehicle. Take an hour long drive thru tour with 70+ realistic dinosaurs!
  • Sunset Cruise (cruise) @ Eagle Landing State Park in Haddam, CT @ 6:30p. Tix are $40. Bring a picnic basket w/ snacks and beverages while you spot the full moon and wildlife!

Fri

  • Lipstick Lashes Lies (Drag show) @ Comix Comedy club in Mohegan Sun @ 10p. Tix are $10. Note there is a $10 food/drink minimum per person
  • Garth Live (Garth Brooks Tribute band) @ Summer Entrance at Mohegan Sun from 7p to 11p. No cover. Fire pits, food trucks, drink specials, & live music!
  • Esco (DJ) @ Shrine in Foxwoods, CT @ 9p. Tix are $20. Note: There is a dress code
  • Driftwood – Beach Boys Tribute (live music) @ Ocean Beach Park in New London, CT @ 8p. No cover.
  • Live Music w/ Fairly Famous (Live country music) @ Comix Roadhouse in Mohegan Sun @ 9:15p. No cover.
  • First Friday (Live music & food) @ Downtown Norwich, CT from 6p to 9p. No cover.
  • Tony & Friends & DB Kinney Duo (live music) @ The Pavilion in Old Lyme, CT @ 2p & 6p. No cover.
  • Summer 2021 concert series – Cover to Cover – Chicago, Santana, Tom Petty cover band (live music) @ Westbrook Town Greene in Westbrook, CT from 6p to 8p. No cover. Note no alcohol or pets. Food and snacks welcome
  • Summer concert series –  Wild Nights (live party rock music) @ Washington Park in Groton, CT @ 6:30p. No cover. Food trucks and concession stand available
  • Daphne Lee Martin & Thor Jensen w/s/g Dirt Road Radio (live indie folk music) @ Strange Brew Pub in Norwich, CT from 7:30p to 10:30p. Tix are $7.
  • Latin Fridays (live music) @ Dockside Bar in New London, CT @ 9p. No cover.
  • Ben Freiert (live music) @ Blue Gene’s Pub at the Eugene O’Neil Theater in Waterford, CT from 5p to 11p. No cover. Enjoy drinks and music at a log cabin overlooking the sound! Plus food trucks!
  • Jake Kulak & The LowDown (live blues and jazz music) @ The Irons Restaurant @ The Hilton in Mystic, CT from 6:30p to 8:30p. No cover.
  • Soul Shot Album Release (live music) @ The Knickerbocker Café in Westerly, RI @ 9p. Tix are $15.
  • Worcester Bravehearts at Norwich Sea Unicorns w/ fireworks after (Minor league baseball game) @ Dodd Stadium in Norwich, CT @ 7p. Tix are $20.
  • Altoona Curve vs Hartford Yard Goats (Minor league baseball game) @ Dunkin Donuts Park in Hartford, CT @ 7p. Tix are $13/tix + $5 parking. First 1500 fans get a free hat
  • Avenue Groove (live music) @ Priam Vineyards in Colchester, CT from 6p to 9p. Tix are $16. Food truck will be present!
  • Fireworks (fireworks) @ Waterfront Area in Madison, CT @ 9:30p. No cover. Note: Rain date is 7/5
  • High and Mighty Brass Band (live brass band) @ Arch Street Tavern in Hartford, CT from 8:30p to 12a. Tix are $15.
  • Roc-Kin’-On (live rock music) @ Sunset Ribs in Waterford, CT from 6p to 11p. No cover. Live music from 6p to 10p, DJ and party atmosphere 10p – close
  • T. Ray (live music) @ Preston Ridge Winery in Preston, CT from 5p to 8p. No cover.
  • Live Music (live music & food) @ Grey Sail Brewing in Westerly, RI from 4p to 7p. No cover.
  • The Perfect Storm (drive-in movie) @ Misquamicut Drive in Theater in Misquamicut, RI @ 9p. Tix are $25 per carload. Note no cash sales, buy tickets in advance, and pay for concessions online. Main gate opens at 6:30, previews start @ 8, movie @ 9
  • Happy Hour & Live Music (live music & happy hour) @ Rocks 21 in Mystic, CT from 3p to 6p. No cover.
  • Karaoke (karaoke) @ Brazen Hen in Westerly, RI from 9p to 12a. No cover. Note: check their Facebook page for updates
  • Happy Hour – App food specials & drink specials (happy hour) @ Chapter One in Mystic, CT from 3p to 6p. No cover. Buck-a-shuck, wings, $2 Bud, Coors, $5 wine & cocktails
  • DJ (music) @ Centrale Fox Tower in Foxwoods from 9:30p to 1a. No cover.
  • 3 mile timed run (run) @ Esker Point Beach in Groton, CT @ 6p. No cover. 3.0 Mile Run w/ optional 1.5 mile warmup
  • Pratt Street Patio (live music) @ Pratt Street in Hartford, CT from 6p to 7p. No cover.
  • Food Truck Friday (food trucks/beer/live music) @ Carousel Village in RI from 5p to 8p. No cover.
  • Jurassic Quest (drive thru dino exhibition) @ Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MA from 9a to 8p. Tix are $49/ vehicle. Take an hour long drive thru tour with 70+ realistic dinosaurs!
  • Sunset Cruise (cruise) @ Eagle Landing State Park in Haddam, CT @ 6:30p. Tix are $40. Bring a picnic basket w/ snacks and beverages while you spot the full moon and wildlife!

Sat

  • Midsummer Fantasy Renaissance Faire (Renaissance Faire) @ Warsaw Park in Ansonia, CT from 1p to 8p. No cover.
  • Neverland Ball – Pirates, Victorians, & Mermaids (Costume faire) @ Tamarack Lodge in Voluntown, CT from 11a to 9p. Tix are $28. DJ’s, Drag Queens, acrobatics, full bar, rave vibes past 7:30!
  • Fireworks (fireworks) @ Norwich Harbor in Norwich, CT @ 5p. No cover.
  • Chris Leigh Band (live music) @ Hygienic Art in New London, CT from 7p to 10p. Tix are $10.
  • Mullett (free hair band show) @ Wolf Den in Mohegan Sun @ 8p. No cover.
  • Lodato (DJ) @ Shrine in Foxwoods, CT from 9p to 1a. Tix are $20. Note: There is a dress code
  • Melania (live music) @ Ocean Beach Park in New London, CT @ 8p. No cover.
  • Louis the Child (concert) @ Big Night Live in Boston, MA @ 9:30p. Tix are $71 (resale).
  • Fushion (live party music) @ The Pavilion in Old Lyme, CT @ 2p. No cover.
  • The Sticky Greens (live music) @ 86’d in Norwich, CT from 8p to 11p. No cover.
  • Live Music w/ Whiskey and Rye (Live country music) @ Comix Roadhouse in Mohegan Sun @ 9:15p. No cover.
  • Johnny & the East Coast Rockers (live 40s/50s/60s/blues/swing music) @ The Knickerbocker Café in Westerly, RI @ 8p. Tix are $15.
  • Daft Punk Tribute Night (live DJ music) @ Strange Brew Pub in Norwich, CT from 8p to 12:30a. Tix are $10.
  • Comedy Night w. Mike Vecchione & Friends (comedy show) @ Priam Vineyards in Colchester, CT @ 7p. Tix are $25. Ticket includes first wine!
  • Comedy Night w/ Pat Oates & Friends (comedy show) @ City Steam Brewery in Hartford CT @ 8p. Tix are $25. Free Parking Available at the Marriott Residence Inn
  • Vermont Lake Monsters at Norwich Sea Unicorns (Minor league baseball game) @ Dodd Stadium in Norwich, CT @ 7p. Tix are $20. Also an appearance by Entertaining Elders
  • Altoona Curve vs Hartford Yard Goats w/ fireworks (Minor league baseball game) @ Dunkin Donuts Park in Hartford, CT @ 6p. Tix are $13/tix + $5 parking.
  • East Coast Alice (live Alice Cooper cover band) @ The Vault Music Hall in New Bedford, MA @ 8:30p. Tix are $15.
  • Rage! A Tribute to Lettuce at Arch Street (live jam music) @ Arch Street Tavern in Hartford, CT from 8:30p to 12a. Tix are $10.
  • NYC’s Downpour (live music) @ Sunset Ribs in Waterford, CT from 6p to 11p. No cover. Live music from 6p to 10p, DJ and party atmosphere 10p – close
  • Live Music and Food (live music & food) @ Grey Sail Brewing in Westerly, RI from 4p to 7p. No cover. Food is from 3p to 7p
  • Billy Gilman & the Ragged Impresarios (drive-in concert) @ Misquamicut Drive in Theater in Misquamicut, RI @ 9p. Tix are $55 per carload. Note no cash sales, buy tickets in advance, and pay for concessions online. Main gate opens at 6:30, opener @ 8:30, headliner @ 9
  • Jurassic Quest (drive thru dino exhibition) @ Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MA from 9a to 9p. Tix are $49/ vehicle. Take an hour long drive thru tour with 70+ realistic dinosaurs!
  • Ocean Lounge Beach Party w/ Jay Spring (DJ) @ Paddy’s Beach Club in Misquamicut, RI from 1p to 5p. No cover. Note: time is weather dependent
  • Sunset Cruise (cruise) @ Eagle Landing State Park in Haddam, CT @ 6:30p. Tix are $40. Bring a picnic basket w/ snacks and beverages while you spot the full moon and wildlife!
  • Arts & Crafts Show (Art & Craft Show) @ East Lyme Town Hall in East Lyme, CT from 10a to 5p. No cover.
  • Live Music (live music) @ Rocks 21 in Mystic, CT from 6p to 9p. No cover.
  • Karaoke (karaoke) @ Brazen Hen in Westerly, RI from 9:30p to 12:30a. No cover.
  • Comedy Corner (comedy) @ Centrale Fox Tower in Foxwoods @ 8p. Tix are $10.
  • DJ (music) @ Centrale Fox Tower in Foxwoods from 9:30p to 1a. No cover.
  • Fun Run (run) @ Kelley’s Pace in Mystic, CT @ 8a. No cover. Distances and Paces vary, check the Facebook page for updates!
  • Pratt Street Patio (live music) @ Pratt Street in Hartford, CT from 12p to 1p. No cover.

Sun

  • Lipstick Lashes Lies (Drag show) @ Comix Comedy club in Mohegan Sun @ 6p. Tix are $15. Note there is a $10 food/drink minimum per person
  • GA-20 (free blues show) @ Wolf Den in Mohegan Sun @ 7p. No cover.
  • Live Music w/ Martin & Kelly (Live country music) @ Comix Roadhouse in Mohegan Sun @ 9:15p. No cover.
  • Kick (live music) @ The Pavilion in Old Lyme, CT @ 2p. No cover.
  • Red light (live music ) @ Sunset Ribs in Waterford, CT @ 5p. No cover.
  • Worcester Bravehearts at Norwich Sea Unicorns w/ fireworks after (Minor league baseball game) @ Dodd Stadium in Norwich, CT @ 7p. Tix are $20.
  • Altoona Curve vs Hartford Yard Goats w/ Fireworks (Minor league baseball game) @ Dunkin Donuts Park in Hartford, CT @ 7p. Tix are $13/tix + $5 parking.
  • Silly Sunday w/ Gianmarco Soresi (comedy) @ Comix Comedy club in Mohegan Sun @ 8p. Tix are $10. Note there is a $10 food/drink minimum per person
  • 4th of July Karaoke (karaoke) @ Strange Brew Pub in Norwich, CT @ 7:30p. No cover.
  • Red Light (live party rock music) @ Sunset Ribs in Waterford, CT from 5p to 11p. No cover. Live music from 6p to 10p, DJ and party atmosphere 10p – close
  • Big Band ft. Debbie Gravite (live music) @ Ridgefield Playhouse Outdoor Playhouse Tent in Ridgefield, CT @ 4p. No cover.
  • Phred Mileski (live music) @ Preston Ridge Winery in Preston, CT from 12p to 3p. No cover.
  • Red, White, & Blue Pool Party (pool party) @ Fox Tower Pool at Foxwoods @ 12p. Tix are $50. Music, drinks, partying, and pool time!
  • Karaoke (karaoke) @ 86’d in Norwich, CT from 7p to 10p. No cover.
  • Independence Day (drive-in movie) @ Misquamicut Drive in Theater in Misquamicut, RI @ 9p. Tix are $25 per carload. Note no cash sales, buy tickets in advance, and pay for concessions online. Main gate opens at 6:30, previews start @ 8, movie @ 9
  • 4th of July Celebration @ Tikki Beach w/ Lodato (DJ) @ Paddy’s Beach Club in Misquamicut, RI from 12p to 5p. Tix are $50.
  • Sunset Cruise (cruise) @ Eagle Landing State Park in Haddam, CT @ 7:30p. Tix are $40. Bring a picnic basket w/ snacks and beverages while you spot the full moon and wildlife!
  • Bubbles, Brunch, and Beats (Boozy Brunch w/ DJ) @ Novelle in Mohegan Sun from 11a to 5p. No cover.
  • Boozy Brunch (brunch) @ Rocks 21 in Mystic, CT from 10a to 2p. No cover. Enjoy Boozy Caramel Latte’s, breakfast tacos, lobster crepe’s, etc.
  • Sunday DJ (DJ) @ Red 36 in Mystic, CT from 1p to 7p. No cover.
  • Jurassic Quest (drive thru dino exhibition) @ Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MA from 9a to 9p. Tix are $49/ vehicle. Take an hour long drive thru tour with 70+ realistic dinosaurs!
  • Happy Hour – App food specials & drink specials (happy hour) @ Chapter One in Mystic, CT from 3p to 9:30p. No cover. Buck-a-shuck, wings, $2 Bud, Coors, $5 wine & cocktails
  • Arts & Crafts Show (Art & Craft Show) @ East Lyme Town Hall in East Lyme, CT from 10a to 4p. No cover.