Things to Do in Manchester, CT

Things to do in Manchester, CT: 108 upcoming events between Thursday, November 12 and Saturday, January 9, 74 of them free. Coming up: Boozy Blanket Workshop; DateNight Downtown Wine & Cheese Tasting at Manchester Historical Society; Elicit Manchester: Holiday Sea Glass Windows. Popular spots include Elicit Brewing, Hartford Funny Bone, The Main Pub - Grille•Taps•Music, Murphy's Pub.

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Thursday, November 12

• Elicit Manchester: Holiday Sea Glass WindowsFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 6:00PM
  Create your own window-inspired piece featuring sea glass and beachy vibes.
• DateNight Downtown Wine & Cheese Tasting at Manchester Historical Society$
  Manchester Historical Society · Manchester · 6:15PM
  Wine and cheese tasting at the Manchester Historical Society's DateNight Downtown.
• Boozy Blanket Workshop$
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 6PM
  Make a cozy blanket with a drink in hand at Elicit Brewing.
• Jimmy Cash$
  Hartford Funny Bone · Manchester · 7PM
  Stand-up from Jimmy Cash at the Hartford Funny Bone.

Friday, November 13

• Fairfield St. BandFree
  Murphy's Pub · Manchester
  Live music from the Fairfield St. Band.
• DJ Durso Dance PartyFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 10PM
  DJ Durso spins a dance party at Elicit Brewing Manchester.
• Mike BrownFree
  The Main Pub - Grille•Taps•Music · Manchester · 4PM
  Mike Brown brings storytelling, roots rock & foot-stompin’ Americana to The Main Pub, with live guitar, dobro & mandolin.Join us at The Main Pub for a night with singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentali
• Damon Wayans Jr.$
  Hartford Funny Bone · Manchester · 7PM & 9:30PM
  Damon Wayans Jr. brings his stand-up to the Hartford Funny Bone.
• Cory Phillips LiveFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 9PM
  Cory Phillips performs live in Manchester.

Saturday, November 14

• 2nd Saturdays 2026Free
  Manchester — Town Calendar · Manchester
  Downtown Manchester's monthly art, music, food and culture celebration.
• 80's Rewind BandFree
  Murphy's Pub · Manchester
  An 80s cover band night.
• 2nd Saturday: Poet-Tea with Nadia SimsFree
  WORK_SPACE · Manchester · 10-11:30AM
  Poetry and tea with Nadia Sims at WORK_SPACE in Manchester.
• Treat Yourself Self-Care WorkshopFree
  WORK_SPACE · Manchester · 10:00-11:30AM
  Create a custom body spray and beauty care bag, with journaling and light refreshments; age 18+.
• Pet Mayor Tito's Winter Wonderland: Paws & Portraits!$
  WORK_SPACE · Manchester · 10AM-2PM
  Festive pet and family photo sessions during 2nd Saturday; $20 donation with advance reservation required.
• DJ Pickz Dance PartyFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 10PM
  DJ Pickz spins a dance party at Elicit Brewing Manchester.
• Atomic DogsFree
  The Main Pub - Grille•Taps•Music · Manchester · 4PM
  Can’t wait to see you all there for a serious rock & roller coaster ride!!An eclectic mix of everything that makes listening and seeing music great 🤘Check them out on Facebook > https://www.facebook.c
• Damon Wayans Jr.$
  Hartford Funny Bone · Manchester · 6:30PM & 9PM
  Damon Wayans Jr. brings his stand-up to the Hartford Funny Bone.
• The Smoove Series LiveFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 9PM
  The Smoove Series performs live at Elicit Manchester.

Sunday, November 15

• Brews & Bells Holiday Market at Elicit Manchester!Free
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 12PM
  Holiday market with local artisans and a free hot cocoa station.
• WTF! What Tha Funny Comedy Tour$
  Hartford Funny Bone · Manchester · 6PM
  A touring comedy showcase at the Hartford Funny Bone.

Monday, November 16

• Hartford Jazz Orchestra Live Music Every MondayFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 7:30-9:30PM
  Hartford Jazz Orchestra performs upstairs at the Manchester location every Monday evening.

Tuesday, November 17

• Mahjong Night at Elicit ManchesterFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 6:00PM
  A fun evening of mahjong hosted by New England Mahj Co.
• Manchester Music Bingo: Feast Mode ActivatedFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 6:30PM
  Food-themed Music Bingo with tunes, food, drinks and prizes.
• Tuesday KaraokeFree
  Ryan's Sports Bar · Manchester · 7PM-1AM
  Karaoke every Tuesday night with DJ Mike Dworkin.

Wednesday, November 18

• Puff N Paint Manchester$
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 6-8PM
  A paint-and-sip night at Elicit Brewing.
• Wednesday Trivia Night: Harry PotterFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 7:00PM
  Harry Potter themed trivia with Marek, with prizes, food and drinks.
• Wednesday Game NightFree
  Ryan's Sports Bar · Manchester · 8PM-11PM
  Game night featuring Name That Tune, Trivia, and Bingo.

Thursday, November 19

• 3rd Thursday Listening Room / Open MicFree
  WORK_SPACE · Manchester · 6:30PM
  Third Thursday listening room and open mic at WORK_SPACE in Manchester.

Friday, November 20

• Martin PiggotFree
  Murphy's Pub · Manchester
  Live music from Martin Piggot.
• Shannon and the Riff RaffFree
  Murphy's Pub · Manchester
  Live music from Shannon and the Riff Raff.
• DJ Skillz Dance PartyFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 10PM
  DJ Skillz spins a late-night dance party at Elicit Manchester.
• The Aaron BandFree
  The Main Pub - Grille•Taps•Music · Manchester · 4PM
  Get ready for a Friday night of rock, funk, reggae, and psychedelic grooves as The Aaron Band takes the stage at The Main Pub!This six-piece Connecticut-based band puts its own spin on familiar favori
• Drag Brunch: Villains Takeover!Free
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 7:00PM
  Villains Takeover Drag Show.
• Ryan Davis$
  Hartford Funny Bone · Manchester · 7PM & 9:30PM
  Stand-up from Ryan Davis at the Hartford Funny Bone.
• Breathe LiveFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 9PM
  Breathe performs live at Elicit Brewing Manchester.

Saturday, November 21

• Mindset BandFree
  Murphy's Pub · Manchester
  Live music from Mindset Band.
• DJ Pickz Dance PartyFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 10PM
  DJ Pickz spins a dance party at Elicit Brewing Manchester.
• Sophistafunk Live at The Main PubFree
  The Main Pub - Grille•Taps•Music · Manchester · 4PM
  From their home in Syracuse NY, Sophistafunk has gained international notoriety with their unique combination of live hip hop, funk, and jamKnown for their huge sound and tight musicianship, the band
• Ryan Davis$
  Hartford Funny Bone · Manchester · 6:30PM & 9PM
  Stand-up from Ryan Davis at the Hartford Funny Bone.
• Bad Habit LiveFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 9PM
  Bad Habit performs live at Elicit Brewing Manchester.

Sunday, November 22

• Family and pet photos with ChucklesFree
  Lutz Children's Museum · Manchester · 1-3PM
  Outdoor winter-backdrop photos with Chuckles in festive attire; pets with legs only.
• Dale Elliott Jr.$
  Hartford Funny Bone · Manchester · 6PM
  Stand-up from Dale Elliott Jr. at the Hartford Funny Bone.

Monday, November 23

• Hartford Jazz OrchestraFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 7:30-9:30PM
  Hartford Jazz Orchestra plays in the upstairs bar every Monday evening.

Tuesday, November 24

• Mahjong Night at Elicit ManchesterFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 6:00PM
  A fun evening of mahjong hosted by New England Mahj Co.
• TUESDAY Trivia Night: Ultimate Thanksgiving TriviaFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 7:00PM
  Thanksgiving-themed trivia covering holiday history and pop culture, with prizes, food and drinks.

Wednesday, November 25

• The LeftoversFree
  Murphy's Pub · Manchester
  Live music from The Leftovers on Thanksgiving Eve.
• Lutz Talk TurkeyFree
  Lutz Children's Museum · Manchester · 10:30AM-12PM, 1:30-3PM
  Meet bird ambassadors, hear the story Turkey in Disguise, and learn about turkeys and feathered friends.
• GRYME – Thanksgiving Eve at The Main PubFree
  The Main Pub - Grille•Taps•Music · Manchester · 4PM
  Gryme is the ultimate grunge experience.
• Twilight Tribute Drag Show$
  Hartford Funny Bone · Manchester · 7PM
  A Twilight-themed drag show the night before Thanksgiving.

Friday, November 27

• Erin WilsonFree
  Murphy's Pub · Manchester
  Live music from Erin Wilson.
• DJ Durso Dance PartyFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 10PM
  DJ Durso spins a dance party at Elicit Brewing Manchester.
• The Neybas – Black Friday NightFree
  The Main Pub - Grille•Taps•Music · Manchester · 4PM
  Join us for a night of music and share some drinks with friends after the Holiday!The Neybas (pronounced “nay-bahz”) are a Trad/Original Rock Jam band from Connecticut.No Door ChargePlease Note: The M
• JJ Williamson$
  Hartford Funny Bone · Manchester · 7PM & 9:30PM
  Stand-up from JJ Williamson at the Hartford Funny Bone.
• All Them Hits LiveFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 9PM
  All Them Hits performs live at Elicit Brewing Manchester.

Saturday, November 28

• Good Spirits BandFree
  Murphy's Pub · Manchester
  Live music from Good Spirits Band.
• Holiday Arts & Crafts FairFree
  Cheney Hall · Manchester
  Support local business and discover unique gifts.
• Small Business Saturday Artisan and Vendor FairFree
  WORK_SPACE · Manchester · 10AM-2PM
  Shop local makers at an artisan and vendor fair at WORK_SPACE.
• DJ Billy Jones Dance PartyFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 10PM
  DJ Billy Jones spins a dance party at Elicit Brewing Manchester.
• JJ Williamson$
  Hartford Funny Bone · Manchester · 6:30PM & 9PM
  Stand-up from JJ Williamson at the Hartford Funny Bone.
• Amped LiveFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 9PM
  Amped performs live at Elicit Brewing Manchester.

Monday, November 30

• Hartford Jazz OrchestraFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 7:30-9:30PM
  Hartford Jazz Orchestra plays in the upstairs bar every Monday evening.

Tuesday, December 1

• Manchester Music Bingo: Rockin' Around the Christmas TreeFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 6:30PM
  Rock, classic rock and emo holiday hits with Music Bingo prizes, food and festive drinks.

Wednesday, December 2

• Wednesday Trivia Night: Ultimate Holiday Showdown TriviaFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 7:00PM
  Trivia on Christmas, Hanukkah, New Year's and more, with prizes, food and drinks.

Thursday, December 3

• Wine, Women & Wisdom 2026: Second ChancesFree
  Little Theatre of Manchester at Cheney Hall · Manchester · 5PM
  An inspiring evening celebrating second chances, courage, and career reinvention!
• The Rich Guzzi Comedy Hypnosis Show$
  Hartford Funny Bone · Manchester · 7PM
  Audience volunteers go under in this comedy hypnosis show.

Friday, December 4

• Jake Kulak & The Modern VandalsFree
  The Main Pub - Grille•Taps•Music · Manchester · 4PM
  Enjoy Jake Kulak live at The Main Pub!
• Chico Bean$
  Hartford Funny Bone · Manchester · 7PM & 9:30PM
  Stand-up from Chico Bean at the Hartford Funny Bone.

Saturday, December 5

• Horizon Wings - Raptor Rehabilitation and Education$
  Lutz Children's Museum · Manchester · 1-3PM
  Meet birds of prey from Horizon Wings Raptor Rehabilitation and learn how raptors hunt.
• McNulty’s DeadFree
  The Main Pub - Grille•Taps•Music · Manchester · 4PM
  Join us for a Night of Grateful Dead music with maybe a few surprises mixed in!!💀🌹 McNULTY’S DEAD IS COMING TO MANCHESTER, CT!
• Chico Bean$
  Hartford Funny Bone · Manchester · 6:30PM & 9PM
  Stand-up from Chico Bean at the Hartford Funny Bone.

Sunday, December 6

• Sienna Hubert Ross$
  Hartford Funny Bone · Manchester · 6:30PM
  Stand-up from Sienna Hubert Ross at the Hartford Funny Bone.

Monday, December 7

• Hartford Jazz OrchestraFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 7:30-9:30PM
  Hartford Jazz Orchestra plays in the upstairs bar every Monday evening.

Tuesday, December 8

• Manchester Music Bingo: NOW! That's What I Call Christmas!Free
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 6:30PM
  Pop holiday hits with Music Bingo prizes, food, festive cocktails and Christmas cheer.

Wednesday, December 9

• Wednesday Trivia Night: Christmas Music TriviaFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 7:00PM
  Christmas Music Trivia with Marek, with prizes, food and drinks.

Thursday, December 10

• Over-Booked for the Holidays! DateNight DowntownFree
  WORK_SPACE · Manchester · 6:15-7:45PM
  Fold and craft holiday decorations from repurposed books; all materials provided.
• Eric André: Subtle$
  Hartford Funny Bone · Manchester · 7PM
  Eric André brings his Subtle stand-up tour to the Hartford Funny Bone.

Friday, December 11

• The Auburn ModeFree
  The Main Pub - Grille•Taps•Music · Manchester · 3PM
  The Auburn Mode, a cornerstone of CT's music scene, returns for a special show at The Main Pub!
• Perspectives of Fantasy & ImaginationFree
  WORK_SPACE · Manchester · 5:30-7PM
  An art exhibition of fantasy and imagination at WORK_SPACE.
• Holiday On The PlazaFree
  Manchester — Town Calendar · Manchester · 6-8PM
  Manchester's Holiday on the Plaza kicks off the season at Eastside Plaza.
• Eric André: Subtle$
  Hartford Funny Bone · Manchester · 7PM & 9:30PM
  Eric André brings his Subtle stand-up tour to the Hartford Funny Bone.
• Painting Nocturnes!Free
  199d Forest St · Manchester · 9:30AM
  Celebrate the ethereal light of winter in this painting workshop dedicated to exploring the historic genre of Nocturnes!

Saturday, December 12

• Santa's WorkshopFree
  Wickham Park · Manchester
  Santa's Workshop at Wickham Park, weekdays 4-7 PM.
• The FixeryFree
  Manchester — Town Calendar · Manchester
  Bring small appliances, bikes or clothes for free hands-on repair help.
• The NutcrackerFree
  Cheney Hall · Manchester
  Fisher Ballet presents The Nutcracker.
• Eric André: Subtle$
  Hartford Funny Bone · Manchester · 6:30PM & 9PM
  Eric André brings his Subtle stand-up tour to the Hartford Funny Bone.
• Puppy YogaFree
  WORK_SPACE · Manchester · 9-9:50AM
  Yoga class with adoptable puppies in the Galleries, with donation to PawSafe Animal Rescue; ages 12+.

Sunday, December 13

• Splou$
  Hartford Funny Bone · Manchester · 6PM
  Stand-up from Splou at the Hartford Funny Bone.

Monday, December 14

• Hartford Jazz OrchestraFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 7:30-9:30PM
  Hartford Jazz Orchestra plays in the upstairs bar every Monday evening.

Tuesday, December 15

• Manchester Music Bingo: Christmas on ScreenFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 6:30PM
  Iconic holiday movie and TV songs with Music Bingo prizes, food and festive drinks.

Wednesday, December 16

• Lamar Peters: Holiday Spectacular$
  Cheney Hall · Manchester
  Elvis and holiday crooner Lamar Peters brings his seasonal show to Cheney Hall.
• Wednesday Trivia Night: Animated Christmas TriviaFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 7:00PM
  Animated Christmas trivia featuring Disney, Rudolph and The Grinch, with prizes, food and drinks.

Thursday, December 17

• Triple Headliners: Sean Donelley, Sarah Tollemache & Derek Humphrey$
  Hartford Funny Bone · Manchester · 7PM
  Three headlining comics share one stage for the night.

Friday, December 18

• Natalie Cuomo$
  Hartford Funny Bone · Manchester · 7PM
  Stand-up from Natalie Cuomo at the Hartford Funny Bone.

Saturday, December 19

• COUNTRY CHRISTMAS CONCERTFree
  Cheney Hall · Manchester
  A country Christmas concert of holiday favorites at Cheney Hall.
• Nashville Christmas$
  Cheney Hall · Manchester
  A country-flavored holiday concert at Cheney Hall.
• LegalizedFree
  The Main Pub - Grille•Taps•Music · Manchester · 4PM
  Legalized mixes funk, dub, reggae and rock to groove the night away!
• Natalie Cuomo$
  Hartford Funny Bone · Manchester · 6:30PM & 9PM
  Stand-up from Natalie Cuomo at the Hartford Funny Bone.

Sunday, December 20

• POP AND HOLIDAY HITSFree
  Cheney Hall · Manchester
  Pop and holiday hits in concert at Cheney Hall.
• The Ugly Sweaterz$
  Cheney Hall · Manchester
  Holiday sing-alongs and good-natured silliness with The Ugly Sweaterz.
• Dolly Parton Hard Candy Christmas Tribute Drag Brunch$
  Hartford Funny Bone · Manchester · 2PM
  Robin Fierce of RuPaul's Drag Race hosts a Dolly-themed holiday drag brunch.

Monday, December 21

• Hartford Jazz OrchestraFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 7:30-9:30PM
  Hartford Jazz Orchestra plays in the upstairs bar every Monday evening.

Tuesday, December 22

• Manchester Music Bingo: FestivusFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 6:30PM
  A Festivus night of Music Bingo, unexpected hits, prizes, food and drinks.

Wednesday, December 23

• Wednesday Trivia Night: Christmas Movie Trivia - Guess the Movie!Free
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 7:00PM
  Guess iconic holiday films from 40 clips, with prizes, food and drinks.

Saturday, December 26

• Joe DeVito$
  Hartford Funny Bone · Manchester · 6:30PM & 9PM
  Stand-up from Joe DeVito at the Hartford Funny Bone.

Sunday, December 27

• Joe DeVito$
  Hartford Funny Bone · Manchester · 6:30PM
  Stand-up from Joe DeVito at the Hartford Funny Bone.

Monday, December 28

• Hartford Jazz OrchestraFree
  Elicit Brewing · Manchester · 7:30-9:30PM
  Hartford Jazz Orchestra plays in the upstairs bar every Monday evening.

Friday, January 8

• Karlous Miller$
  Hartford Funny Bone · Manchester · 7PM & 9:30PM
  Stand-up from Karlous Miller at the Hartford Funny Bone.

Saturday, January 9

• Karlous Miller$
  Hartford Funny Bone · Manchester · 6:30PM & 9PM
  Stand-up from Karlous Miller at the Hartford Funny Bone.

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