Colorful Bridgeport

Father's Day Storytime & Craft
2026-06-20 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Bridgeport Public Main Library – Burroughs-Saden, 925 Broad Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
Join us for a delightful Father’s Day Storytime with stories and make a special craft for Dad.

Get Fit & Lit
2026-06-20 07:00 - 09:00, 2026-06-13 07:00 - 09:00 | Seaside Park, 1 Barnum Dyke, Bridgeport, CT, 06604, United States
Hey Kinfolk! We’re going outside!!
We are thrilled to announce our Fit & Lit audiobook club! We’re leaving the snacks and chairs behind at the bookstore and trading them for the refreshing experience of fresh air, scenic water views, and community building as we walk and listen to audiobooks. And, in addition to getting fit, you’ll have the opportunity to win a $30 Libro.fm gift certificate! (Aww shucks!)
Here’s how it will work:
– Beginning May 2nd at 7am meet us at the entrance to Seaside Park (the Arches) for our weekly walk (earn 1 point per each weekly group walk)
– Join or maintain a Libro.fm membership* throughout the duration of the program (earn 5 points)
– Purchase a Libro.fm audiobook (earn 2 points per book purchased)
– Purchase a health/self care Libro.fm audiobook (earn 3 points per book purchased)
The person with the most points at the end of August/our last walk will win. All memberships and audiobook purchases must be attributed to Kindred Thoughts Bookstore.
*You do not need a membership to purchase the audiobooks. Find the link to our Libro.fm page on our profile and website: KindredThoughts.shop
We’re looking forward to seeing you at The Arches!

A Chorus Line
2026-06-20, 2026-06-19, 2026-06-14, 2026-06-13 | Downtown Cabaret Theatre, 263 Golden Hill Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
A Chorus Line is a stunning concept musical capturing the spirit and tension of a Broadway ensemble audition. Exploring the inner lives and bittersweet ambitions of professional Broadway performers, the show features one powerhouse number after another, including “What I Did for Love,” “One,” “I Can Do That,” “At the Ballet,” “The Music and the Mirror” and “I Hope I Get It.” A brilliantly complex fusion of song, dance and compellingly authentic drama, A Chorus Line was instantly recognized as a classic.

Ty Myers
2026-06-19 19:30 - 22:30 | Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater, 500 Broad Street, Bridgeport, CT, 06604
Ty Myers: The Legal Tour 2026

Ben Bankas
2026-06-19 19:00 - 23:30 | Vinnie Brand’s Stress Factory Comedy Club, 167 State Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
Originally from Toronto, Canada Ben Bankas now lives in Austin, TX where he performs as a regular at the Comedy Mothership. Ben created a following of loyal fans from across the world while selling out shows in Canada before doing the same in the USA. Ben has performed with the likes of Tony Hinchcliffe, Andrew Schulz. Ben’s Podcast “Bankas Podcast has featured numerous comedians seen on Kill Tony. Ben has headlined notable venues such as Danforth Music Hall in Toronto, Canada, The Hollywood Improv in Hollywood, California and New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark, New Jersey.

Juneteenth Bar Crawl (Downtown Bridgeport)
2026-06-19 16:00 - 23:00 | Rum & Tequila Fusion, 211 State St, Bridgeport, CT, 06604, United States
Celebrate Juneteenth in style with a fun and lively bar crawl through Downtown Bridgeport! Join friends and fellow party-goers for an unforgettable night of great drinks, cool vibes, and awesome company. Whether you’re looking to meet new people or just enjoy the spirit of the day, this crawl is where you wanna be. Don’t miss out on a night full of laughter, music, and memories!
** Your ticket gets you your wristbands and access to all the Venues, their specials, Parties and AFTER PARTY AT THE STACK!!
Perks include Free Entry to all the Venues, Complimentary Raffle Ticket, A Free Shot (only during Rum & Tequila Checkin), Discounts on Food and Drinks, Giveaways, Raffles and Contests.
Check In for Wrist Bands at Rum & Tequila from – 4pm-6pm
Bank Street Sports Bar – 6pm – 7pm
Brick And Barrel – 6pm – 7pm
Grill 2 – 7p – 8pm
The Daiquiry Factory – 8pm – 9pm
Karaoke On Main – 9pm – 10pm
Miss Thelmas – 10pm – 11pm
Artisan Stack Cafe (The Stack) – 11pm – Close (After Party @ The Stack) DJ, Music, Food and Drinks!!!
**************** Get your Drinks Cup, it’s only a $10 Upcharge!!!*******************
With the Drinks Cup, it’s Only $5 for selected Drinks at Each Bar! Show your wristbands and your Cups for the $5 Drink Special! Get your Cups Early!!!
@ Rum & Tequila – Check In, Wristbands, Complimentary Shot, Happy Hour Food and Drink specials
@ Artisan Stack Cafe (The Stack) Cinco De Mayo Bar Crawl After Party w/ Live DJ – w/ $5 Well Shots and Mixed Drinks, Prizes, Giveaways and Raffles!
BLACKJACKS will be Sponsoring this EVENT! and will be GIVING ALL PARTICIPANTS of the JUNETEENTH BAR CRAWL a 10% Discount on your orders from 4p-9pm! *** BlackJacks is located inside of the Arcade Mall!

NAACP Juneteenth Celebration
2026-06-19 12:00 - 17:00 | Margaret E Morton Government Center, 999 Broad Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
Join us for a powerful community celebration honoring freedom, culture, and unity with live music, vendors, face painting, bounce house, local businesses, and family-fun activities.

PORKCHOPZ
2026-06-18 19:30 - 21:30 | Vinnie Brand’s Stress Factory Comedy Club, 167 State Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
Joseph Lombardo, aka Porkchopz, is blowing up across the internet for one reason—he says what everybody’s thinking and doesn’t give a damn who’s in the room. With over 300,000 followers and 50+ viral videos pulling in millions of views, he’s built a ruthless fanbase that lives for his signature callouts of “louuuzzza’z” and “reetahdz.”
Repping his brand Porkchopz and PorkchopzComedy, Joseph brings a raw, New York Italian, no-holds-barred energy to every stage he touches. He’s performed at legendary spots like the Laugh Factory and The Comedy Store, and has opened for major headliners—but make no mistake, he’s not there to warm up the crowd… he’s there to take it over.
A staple at Governor’s Comedy Club on Long Island—his home club and the place where he became a problem—Joseph built his name in front of live crowds, turning regular shows into chaos and leaving audiences roasted, shocked, and coming back for more.
His style? Aggressive crowd work, savage roasts, and zero filter. Nobody’s safe, nothing’s off-limits, and the audience is part of the show whether they like it or not. It’s loud, it’s reckless, it’s real—and somehow, it’s all in good fun.
If you can’t take a joke, stay home. If you can—you’re in for a night you won’t forget.

Children's Magic Show
2026-06-17 17:30 - 19:00 | Bridgeport Public Main Library – Burroughs-Saden, 925 Broad Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
Magician Alexis Young performs at the BPL’s 1st floor community room.

Bridgeport Thrives Community Fair
2026-06-17 13:00 - 17:00 | Margaret E Morton Government Center, 999 Broad Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
The Office of Housing & Community Development has partnered with Health & Social Services to host Bridgeport Thrives an opportunity for residents to connect with agencies across the city making an impact through CDBG, ESG, and Health Department Initiatives.
From youth programs and housing support to food insecurity resources and family services, these organizations are helping provide access, stability and growth throughout Bridgeport. Join us to learn more about the services available to our community and the agencies working to support residents every day.

Reg Thomas
2026-06-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Vinnie Brand’s Stress Factory Comedy Club, 167 State Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
Reg Thomas is no stranger to funny. Once it was clear that Reg wasn’t going to be tall, it was time to get funny. Some of his earlier inspirations include Dave Chappelle, Chris Rock and his Haitian immigrant parents.

CSPA Presents: Do You Believe in Magic?
2026-06-14 10:30 - 17:00 | The Klein Memorial Auditorium, 910 Fairfield Avenue, Bridgeport, CT, 06605, United States
CSPA Presents: Do You Believe in Magic?
Sunday, June 14, 2026 / Shelton show at 10:30AM. Oxford show at 2:00PM

Recollective
2026-06-14 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.

Fairfield County Music Studio: Spring Showcase
2026-06-14 10:00 - 15:00 | The Bijou Theatre, 275 Fairfield Ave, Bridgeport, CT, 06605, United States
Come Celebrate the Music of Spring with Connecticut’s Highest Rated and Most Reviewed Privately Owned Music School!
Students of all ages, experience levels and instruments will perform a number of solos and ensemble works!
Piano, Guitar, Drums, Singing, Winds, and Violin will be featured! With a special performance by our team of professional instructors!
Our performance will run for up to 2 hours. All ages. Children over the age of 4 require a seat.
No refunds will be given. Attendees should speak to the student performing as to which performances they are participating in. Fairfield County Music Studio is holding shows at 10, 1, and 4pm on June 14th.

10:00a show tickets
1:00p show tickets
4:00p show tickets

Craig Gass
2026-06-13 21:30 - 23:30, 2026-06-13 19:00 - 23:30, 2026-06-13 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-12 21:30 - 23:30, 2026-06-12 19:00 - 23:30, 2026-06-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Vinnie Brand’s Stress Factory Comedy Club, 167 State Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
Modern media insists we categorize talent– you know, put folks in boxes according to their entertaining skill set. It works fine for the one-dimensional. He’s a movie star, she’s a singer/songwriter, he’s a comedian, she’s a stripper. You get my drift. Which brings us to the hydra-headed multi-faceted, standup comic, impressionist, actor, renaissance freak (yes, freak) genius, Craig Gass.
His eclectic resume is scripted from two decades of working rooms, following leads, embarrassing and endearing strangers while building a modest and devoted fan base. Craig didn’t pursue a particular career path, the career happened to Craig; in no small way thanks to his uncanny ability to capture the voice and idiosyncrasies of the celebrities he impersonates.
Craig began doing standup in 1993 by hitting the grueling, bumpy comedy circuit road and cultivating his craft in whatever crappy bar or club would have him. Shortly into the new millennium, shock radio kingpin, Howard Stern, took Craig under his massive, media wing. The Mt. Vernon, New York son of deaf parents made frequent, freaky appearances on Stern, blowing listener minds with his uncanny impressions of notorious celebrities like Christopher Walken, Gene Simmons, Gilbert Gottfried, Tracy Morgan, Sam Kinison, Al Pacino and Metallica drummer, Lars Ulrich. This platform lead to Hollywood, but not like you’d think.

Young the Giant with Cold War Kids
2026-06-13 18:30 - 21:30 | Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater, 500 Broad Street, Bridgeport, CT, 06604

The 1619 Project: Community Conversations: MEDICINE
2026-06-13 17:00 - 19:00 | Kindred Thoughts Bookstore, 1001 Main St, Ste #8, Bridgeport, CT, 06604, United States
Join us on Saturday, June 13 at 5:00PM Eastern for our 12th installment of The 1619 Project: Community Conversations.
There are many grievances regarding the actions taken by the current administration—too many to list individually. Many of you view our bookstore as a safe space to express your concerns and fears. In response, we have been active listeners and have provided support in various forms.
To help galvanize our voices, we’ve launched Community Conversations, a monthly gathering to discuss the impact of current events. Using The 1619 Project as our guide, we will focus on the themes of each chapter to deepen our understanding of what is happening and how we can better equip ourselves during this challenging time. Where possible, we will have subject matter experts to lead the discussions, but we will also rely on each other’s insights.

Macrame with Melida
2026-06-13 13:00 - 15:00 | The Mary and Eliza Freeman Center, 25 Elm Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
Bridgeport based artist Melida McKenzie-Alford will talk to us about her life, work, and process while giving a workshop in pattern-less macrame crafting. Melida has work in our current exhibition, Turning Tides: Little Liberia & the Black Atlantic. Materials and lunch provided! Open to youth 18-23. Space is limited- RSVP required: https://forms.gle/z9wcexsEux3xPHm88

Curiosity Heals Genealogy Course 4: Family History Narrative
2026-06-13 12:00 - 13:30 | Bridgeport Public Main Library – Burroughs-Saden, 925 Broad Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
The next progression for any genealogy enthusiast, Jennifer Toro, founder of Curiosity Heals TM, will share the framework for writing a family history narrative. Come prepared with your Family Tree, Oral Histories, and supporting Historical Records. In class time permitted for drafting an outline and writing exercises.

The Dance Workshop
2026-06-13 09:00 - 21:00 | The Klein Memorial Auditorium, 910 Fairfield Avenue, Bridgeport, CT, 06605, United States
The Dance Workshop presents: “Dancing Through Life”
Saturday, June 13, 2026 / 3 Shows – 9am, 2pm & 7pm

Jordan Davis
2026-06-12 19:00 - 22:00 | Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater, 500 Broad Street, Bridgeport, CT, 06604
