Colorful Bridgeport

Bridgeport Art Trail Story Telling Exchange
2026-10-01 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vYaXf4EHegJgV214sjhq1naTP-eG5dW51J8-3PiA3FSs5Tlwxby68Ry0AfVk89dVMBxtiRF57mN7iISGiroOoVZK-4Hov3fLNH51SOrvwgHqB85_DWSJPnYH7rantEjLRuepbIcMtzUIfQKn4JGaicTYiom0wRVfdTkQFMVpQGBnsalIt5hbbMC6-PmJyJqlSLTKjxRgr9T1uua_K0a6FLS4BtCA0PyC&c=zq-w1LIuIK8RufnQKXZSqSgBVzE6PcBUhUZa2yuvv5cVpT8IIkyrsw==&ch=LZyC80RNrTG-W2orGKY_X5-61VM89K2DLtLsYGVqroE5ItACJTuqlQ==
To recognize the art of storytelling, City Lights Gallery sponsors a monthly story gathering for adults on Zoom.

The emphasis is personal stories to share the human experience. Participants with fictional or historical stories are welcome too! We encourage professional tellers, amateurs, and listeners to join us. During the exchange, participants share a story, a part of a story, a story idea, or attend just to listen. Test out a piece, receive help developing it if you wish, and listen to the stories of others. Discover what makes a story compelling. (Meets every month on the first Thursday)

Zoom Registration Link here

For more information, about the Storytelling Exchange please contact City Lights/Bridgeport Art Trail clgallerybpt@gmail.com

Downtown Farmer's Market
2026-10-01 10:30 - 14:00, 2026-09-24 10:30 - 14:00, 2026-09-17 10:30 - 14:00 | McLevy Green, 102 Bank Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States

Colorful Conversations
2026-09-30 12:00 - 13:00 | Leisha’s Bakeria, 7 Lafayette Circle, Bridgeport, CT, 06604
Colorful Conversations are held on the last Wednesday of every month from 12:00pm to 1:00pm, this series is designed as an easy, energizing way to spend your lunch hour. Each gathering will take place at a rotating Downtown location, creating opportunities to explore local spots while connecting with others in the community.
Each session will begin with brief introductions and an engaging topic. Topics will remain light and fun, ranging from “What’s your favorite color, and why?” to “What inspires you most about this community?,” with space to shape discussions around what you want to talk about.
Our goal is to bring together residents, business owners, artists, visitors, and community stakeholders in a welcoming Downtown setting.
Our September Colorful Conversation will be held at Leisha’s Bakeria on Wednesday, September 30 at 12:00pm to 1:00pm.
Spots are limited to 20, so please register using the form below.

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GREYLOWW
2026-09-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Vinnie Brand’s Stress Factory Comedy Club, 167 State Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
GREYLOWW is a Puerto Rican comedian bringing raw energy, real-life humor, and Spanglish flavor to stages across the country. Born in Puerto Rico and raised in the United States from the age of seven, GREYLOWW discovered at a young age that making people laugh wasn’t just a talent it was part of who she is!

Recollective
2026-09-27 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-20 10:00 - 16:00 | Recollective, 588 State Street, Bridgeport, CT, 06604
Recollective is a multi-vendor vintage and antique marketplace that takes a fresh approach to the vintage market scene. Think antiques, salvage finds, one of a kind vintage, local makers and a cozy café to fuel your treasure hunt. The spirit lives on in Downtown Bridgeport.

Michael Blackson
2026-09-26 19:00 - 23:30, 2026-09-25 19:00 - 23:30 | Vinnie Brand’s Stress Factory Comedy Club, 167 State Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
Shows at 7:00p and 9:30p
He has been called one of the most original stand-up comics in the country, and his performances have audiences laughing in tears. Michael Blackson, aka: ‘The African King of Comedy’, has been entertaining audiences all across the country and around the globe for more than a decade. Inspired by the stand-up comedy of Eddie Murphy, Blackson began to develop his comedic talent in 1992 in the unkind comedy clubs of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Blackson’s comedic appeal grew from his involvement with BET’s ComicView series, HBO’s Def Comedy Jam, Showtime at Harlem, and Live in Hollywood. However, it was in a Los Angeles comedy club where Blackson got his big break. Blackson was performing at the Comedy Store where actor/director Ice Cube was in attendance to see comedian Mike Epps perform. But after experiencing Blackson’s performance, Ice Cube invited the young comic for a reading… and the rest is a comedic mark in history! Blackson’s outstanding and unforgettable performance in the smash hit comedy, Next Friday, drew praise and a fan following like no other.
After his scene-stealing performance in Next Friday, fans wanted more, and in 2005, Blackson did not disappoint. He released his top-selling sketch comedy CD entitled, Modasucka, Welcome to America. With Blackson, the work never stops. Along with special guest appearances on some of the hottest music videos, Blackson stole the stage on P. Diddy’s Bad Boys of Comedy on HBO and starred in a commercial for the Chappelle Show on Comedy Central. There’s no mistaking Blackson for any other comedian when he takes the stage.
And what about those Dashikis? When he takes the stage, clad in the finest Dashikis the Motherland has to offer, “The African King of Comedy” is born! Along with his film and television endeavors, Blackson continues to entertain his fans as the headliner for live shows at comedy clubs, universities, and special events, bringing his one-of-a-kind, must-see stand-up performance to audiences all across the country and around the world.

BPT Moon Cruise
2026-09-26 17:45 - 20:00 | BPT Creates, 1001-14 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT, 06604, United States
Never fear, cause its that time of the year!!! Its the return of our beloved monthly bike ride to see the full moon rise in the city of Bridgeport in 2026.
DATES
-Monday June 29th 7:45p
(Strawberry Moon)
-Wednesday July 29th 7:30p
(Buck Moon)
-Friday August 28th 6:45p
(Super Blue Sturgeon Moon)
Saturday September 26th 5:45p
(Super Corn Moon/Lunar Eclipse)
-Monday October 26th 5:00p
(Super Hunters Moon)
We’ll meet at @bptcreates first, for bicycle safety checks and tutorials, then head to our destination for optimal viewing and enjoyment.
Bring your bike or borrow one of ours. (Limited Availability)
Photographers, get your camera’s ready for some night photography.
Feel free to bring along some snacks and beverages.
For more info on moon phases and other cool stuff:
https://www.timeanddate.com/moon/phases/usa/time
Why do the full moons have names:
https://www.space.com/39238-full-moon-names.html
BPT Creates
1001 Main st ste 14 Bridgeport, Ct.
Use 1042 Broad to access our side of the building.

DSSD Public Safety Committee Meeting
2026-09-25 08:30 - 09:00 | Bridgeport DSSD Office, 938 Broad Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut (CT), 06604
The Public Safety Committee meets on the last Friday of each month at 8:30 a.m. at the DSSD office and focuses on Downtown safety issues. This committee liaises with residents, business owners, property owners, and the Bridgeport Police Department.

DSSD Physical Conditions Committee
2026-09-25 08:00 - 08:30 | Bridgeport DSSD Office, 938 Broad Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut (CT), 06604
The Physical Conditions Committee meets on the last Friday of each month at 8:00 a.m. at the DSSD office and focuses on the clean team work of our Downtown Ambassadors, as well as beautification projects. This committee strategizes and oversees the street cleaning, graffiti removal, plantings, and other elements related to the streetscape look and appeal.

Truth Hurts
2026-09-24 19:30 - 21:30 | Vinnie Brand’s Stress Factory Comedy Club, 167 State Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
Philadelphia’s own Truth Hurts is a cultural commentator, confidence coach, and digital thought leader whose work is grounded in radical honesty, accountability, and emotional clarity.
Raised in an environment where stability was not guaranteed, Truth learned early how to read people, shoulder responsibility, and navigate complexity long before adulthood. Those formative experiences shaped both his emotional intelligence and his instinct to listen deeply. Long before social media, people were drawn to confide in him — often sharing their most personal truths without prompting. He considers himself a teacher, a challenger, and a translator. His perspective is prodigious not because it is theoretical, but because it is lived. His wisdom is the result of learned experience, sharpened by reflection, and driven by a desire to strike chords — not for attention, but for transformation. Truth doesn’t simply speak; he stays with the message until it lands. That voice has resonated widely. Through his digital platform @2truthhurts357, Truth has built a community of over 1.1 million followers, engaging audiences with content that challenges emotional complacency and reframes how people approach love, accountability, and self-worth. He is also the host of the Nothing But the Truth Podcast and BTW, where he expands these conversations in long-form, offering clarity, context, and unfiltered dialogue. Accountability sits at the center of his philosophy. He believes growth begins with self-examination and that self-worth requires discipline, boundaries, and clarity. His approach to love rejects fantasy and saviorism in favor of emotional responsibility and intentional choice. Beyond his public platforms, Truth’s impact is deeply personal. His one-on-one life consulting sessions continue to thrive, with clients seeking his guidance for relationship clarity, confidence building, and emotional alignment — often citing tangible, life-altering shifts as a result of the work. Marriage and fatherhood marked a defining shift, grounding his voice in purpose and leadership. What once required survival evolved into direction. Today, his influence reaches millions, with audiences crediting his work for helping them leave unhealthy relationships, reclaim confidence, and redefine love through accountability rather than attachment. Truth Hurts is authentic, unapologetic, and deeply intentional.He is an acquired taste — brutally honest, emotionally intelligent, and committed to saying what others won’t, because the truth, when understood, has the power to change lives.

Cheer Up, the Worst Is Yet to Come
2026-09-24 18:30 - 20:30 | The Barnum Museum, 820 Main Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
Struggles and Triumphs – The Journey to Renewal
When an EF1 tornado tore through downtown Bridgeport in 2010, the Barnum Museum suffered catastrophic damage. In an instant, one of Connecticut’s most treasured landmarks faced an uncertain future. What followed was not a matter of days or months, but a years-long journey marked by difficult decisions, unexpected setbacks, and an unwavering commitment to preservation.
Join Barnum Museum Executive Director Kathleen Maher for a candid account of the challenges, frustrations, and hard-won victories that have shaped the Museum’s recovery and transformation. From navigating FEMA and insurance claims to confronting structural emergencies and rebuilding public confidence, this is the remarkable story of what it takes to save a historic institution when the unexpected happens—and the determination required to persevere.
Part history, part leadership lesson, and part survival story, this engaging presentation offers an unfiltered look at the long road back and the resilience, creativity, and vision needed to move forward. Through personal reflections and lessons learned, Maher will share how adversity became an opportunity to reimagine the Museum for the twenty-first century and why historic places endure when communities refuse to give up on them.
Following the presentation, guests are invited to step inside the historic Barnum Museum to view active restoration work and discover how this National Historic Landmark is being transformed for a new generation of visitors.
Tickets: $25 Members / $40 Non-Member
Advance registration required.

Poetz Realm Connecticut Open Mic
2026-09-23 20:00 - 23:30 | BPT Creates, 1001-14 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT, 06604, United States
This is your stage! Poets, singers, lyricists, storytellers, and wildcard creatives—bring your fire. First-timer or veteran, your voice belongs here.

O.A.R. with Gavin DeGraw & KT Tunstall
2026-09-20 18:30 - 21:30 | Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater, 500 Broad Street, Bridgeport, CT, 06604

O.A.R. Three Decades Tour
2026-09-20 18:30 - 20:30 | Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater, 500 Broad Street, Bridgeport, CT, 06604
O.A.R. with Gavin DeGraw and KT Tunstall

Dale Elliott Jr. "FUNNY HOW LIFE WORKS TOUR"
2026-09-20 17:00 - 21:30 | Vinnie Brand’s Stress Factory Comedy Club, 167 State Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
Dale Elliott Jr. is a Jamaican-American comedian, actor, and digital powerhouse who has sold over 20,000 tickets worldwide and is fresh off his acclaimed Son of an Immigrant World Tour. In just three years, Dale has headlined three major comedy tours — Problem Child, No Hard Feelings, and Son of an Immigrant — selling out theaters across the United States, Canada, and Europe.
Now, after three successful tours that helped establish him as one of the fastest-rising independent comedians in the game, Dale Elliott Jr. returns bigger, sharper, and more experienced with his brand-new tour: Funny How Life Works. This new hour dives into the unpredictable journey of chasing success, navigating relationships, cultural identity, and the unexpected twists that prove life can be both chaotic and hilarious.
With over 1 million followers across social media, Dale has built a fiercely loyal global audience by blending sharp stand-up, cultural storytelling, and authentic humor rooted in the immigrant experience. His comedy has resonated with fans across continents, helping him grow from viral sensation to a consistent theater-selling headliner.
Born and raised in Jamaica, Dale moved to Los Angeles at just 23 years old, where he independently built his comedy career from the ground up. Although he only began pursuing stand-up comedy three years ago, his rise has been nothing short of remarkable.
Beyond stand-up, Dale is also the lead actor in the feature film Sprinter, showcasing his growing presence as a multifaceted entertainer with crossover appeal in film, live entertainment, and digital media.
Driven, self-made, and unapologetically authentic, Dale Elliott Jr. represents the new generation of comedians — artists who own their audience, their voice, and their vision.

Pinky Patel
2026-09-20 14:00 - 16:00 | Vinnie Brand’s Stress Factory Comedy Club, 167 State Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
Chicago based Pinky Patel is a PTA mom turned creator, comedian, and Internet personality with a fan base of over 5 million. She is best known for her hilarious commentary and viral videos from her glam cave that have garnered over 97 million likes on TikTok. You can catch Pinky in a city near you on her highly anticipated #ISaidWhatISaid Tour

A Year of Toni Morrison: Love
2026-09-20 14:00 - 15:30 | Kindred Thoughts Bookstore, 1001 Main St, Ste #8, Bridgeport, CT, 06604, United States
Join us for an insightful journey through Toni Morrison’s “Love” – a year-long exploration of her powerful literary canon.
Poet Sonia Sanchez said of her friend Toni Morrison, “In order to survive, you should re-read Toni every ten years because every ten or 15 years, we have to re-imagine ourselves on this American landscape. You won’t survive if you don’t do that.” We believe now is the time. Join us on a year-long journey through Toni Morrison’s remarkable literary legacy.

Dylan Carlino
2026-09-19 19:00 - 23:30, 2026-09-18 19:00 - 23:30, 2026-09-17 19:00 - 23:30 | Vinnie Brand’s Stress Factory Comedy Club, 167 State Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
Named the funniest person in Austin in 2023, Dylan Carlino is a hilariously funny comedian, writer and actor w/ a genuinely unique point of view. After beginning his career in the Berkshires, he spent several years in Portland, OR before moving to Austin, TX where he’s quickly become one of the best comedians in the hottest comedy scene in the country. Dylan’s been featured in multiple festivals including the Mass Moca Comedy Festival, the Moontower Comedy Festival and he was one of the new comics presented by Netflix is a Joke in their “Featuring…” showcase in 2024. Dylan also host’s the podcast, SOME OF THIS IS BAD, w/ comedian Colton Dowling.

Candlelight
2026-09-19 18:00 - 22:30 | The Bijou Theatre, 275 Fairfield Ave, Bridgeport, CT, 06605, United States
Candlelight brings the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Connecticut.

Skateport
2026-09-19 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-09-19 15:00 - 20:00 | Post Office Square, 1155 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT, 06604
Skateport is designed to spread and support the culture of roller skating by creating spaces to skate. Seasoned skaters, new skaters, aspiring skaters, and spectators are invited to join us!

Jazz Room
2026-09-18 18:00 - 22:00 | The Bijou Theatre, 275 Fairfield Ave, Bridgeport, CT, 06605, United States
Chill vibes and smooth beats, come unwind and groove at the Jazz Room tonight!
Welcome to Jazz Room! Get ready for an awesome night filled with smooth tunes and great vibes. This in-person event brings together jazz lovers for a chill evening of live music, good company, and unforgettable moments. Whether you’re a jazz aficionado or just looking for a cool way to unwind, Jazz Room is the place to be. Come hang out, relax, and let the music take you away!

6th Annual Bridgeport Film Fest
2026-09-18 - 2026-09-20 | The Klein Memorial Auditorium, 910 Fairfield Avenue, Bridgeport, CT, 06605, United States
Join us September 18–20, 2026 as we celebrate six incredible years of storytelling, community, and creativity at the historic Klein Memorial Auditorium.
Beyond the screen, experience filmmaker Q&As, engaging workshops for all skill levels, panel discussions, and podcasting sessions. Don’t miss the opening night red carpet, unforgettable after-parties, and our epic Vendor Village featuring local artisans, food trucks, and family-friendly activities on Saturday (rain date Sunday)!
Whether you’re a filmmaker, film fan, or just love good vibes, this is one festival weekend you won’t want to miss!

Bridgeport Film Fest
2026-09-18 - 2026-09-20 | The Klein Memorial Auditorium, 910 Fairfield Avenue, Bridgeport, CT, 06605, United States
The Bridgeport Film Fest is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the discovery, championing and development of independent artists and audiences. We plan to showcase, guide and inspire independent film and theatre artists from the Bridgeport, CT community and beyond.
