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Nancy's Calendar for the Weekend of Sept. 3 - 6
This weekly list of entertainment options for the upcoming weekend is compiled by Connecticut Critics Circle member Nancy Sasso Janis.
Entertainment List for Sept. 3 - Sept. 6, 2026
*Starred events are included on NT5 (Nancy's Top Five) on LIVE FROM WATERBURY on Thursdays after the 4pm news on WATR 1320 AM and 97.7 FM and WOW radio.
THEATER
Find out what's happening in Naugatuckfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Elm Shakespeare presents MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING in Edgerton Park in New Haven runs Tuesdays–Sundays through September 6. Come as you are. Bring someone you love. Make a night of it under the trees. Free, with a suggested donation of $30 for those who would like to help keep Shakespeare in the Park free for everyone. The show starts at 7:30 PM.
75 Cliff Street in New Haven
Find out what's happening in Naugatuckfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
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The Magic of Michael Grandinetti: Master Illusionist
Friday, September 4 at 8PM
The History of a Brief Time
Tuesday, September 8 at 7PM
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*COME FROM AWAY is onstage at Ivoryton Playhouse through Sept. 6. As terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001 closed American air space, 38 passenger planes heading west over the Atlantic with more than 6,500 passengers and crew were diverted to Gander Airport in Newfoundland. Those passengers soon found out that instead of being trapped, they were embraced.
Call 860.767.7318 or visit ivorytonplayhouse.org to get your tickets before they're gone!
Read my review of COME FROM AWAY here:
'Come From Away' at Ivoryton Playhouse | In the Wings 2.0
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MUSIC
R&B Speakeasy ft. DJ BabyBoy
with Saige Noelle
Fri, Sep 4, 2026
8:00 PM Doors, 9:00 PM Show
Park City Music Hall
2926 Fairfield Avenue, Bridgeport, CT
This event is 21+
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Thursday, September 3
Big Yellow Taxi
7:30 pm
Friday, September 4
Reverend Horton Heat
8:00 pm
Limited Availability
Saturday, September
The Immortals
1:00 pm
D.A. Foster & Shaboo All Stars
8:00 pm
Sunday, September 6
New York Bee Gees
3:00 pm
Limited Availability
Thursday, Sep 3
Heartland
8:00pm at Wolf Den
Thursday, Sep 3
An Evening with Staind
8:00pm at Mohegan Sun Arena
Friday, Sep 4
Matt Rife
8:00pm at Mohegan Sun Arena
Saturday, Sep 5
Quiet Riot
8:00pm at Wolf Den
Saturday, Sep 5
Matt Rife
8:00pm at Mohegan Sun Arena
Saturday, Sep 5 and Sunday, Sept 6
East Coast Collectibles Convention
10:00am at Earth Expo & Convention Center
Sunday, Sep
Goo Goo Dolls
Grand Funk Railroad
September 4
Great Cedar Showroom
Beatles vs. Stones - A Musical Showdown
September 5
Bostyx: A Tribute to Boston and Styx
Sunday • 5:00 PM
Montowese · Small Batch Cellars
From $49.77
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Fri, Sep 4 at 8:30 PM
Presence: Led Zeppelin Tribute at the Woodbury Brewing Company
Sat, Sep 5 at 8:30 PM
Little Lies: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac at the Woodbury Brewing Company
*M60 Convention for Fans of The Monkees 60th Anniversary
Sept 4-5-6 2026 Weekend at Clarion Inn Hotel, North Haven CT.
Because so many fans around the world want to experience all the great events, it is now available for you to stream to your device:
https://evt.live/m60-convention-for-fans-of-the-monkees....
Check out the schedule (www.MonkeesFanConvention.com), and enjoy all the Saturday main stage activities including the guests, the authors, the panels, and the live entertainment. Your Noon-11pm one streaming fee covers Saturday's activities during the day + also the night concerts.
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*Goshen Fair is coming on Saturday through Monday, September 5-7. Come enjoy live entertainment with something for everyone. Browse the ribbon winning efforts of everything from beautiful quilts to giant pumpkins. From Flowers of all colors, shapes and sizes to Lemon Bliss Cake, cookies, bars and pies; arts and crafts and gardening and creating in the Children’s Department. Browse the Goshen Library photography entries which will be on display and the Fair photography entries where you can vote for your favorite of the show. Join in the fun of our patriotic contests, take a line dance class and attempt to win a fritter eating contest. Watch the lumberjack and lumberjill competitions and cheer on your favorite barrel racer. Antique tractor pulls show those young garden tractors how it’s done old school. Have delicious fair food from our vendors while watching the beef and dairy cattle competitions. Rides, games and so much more! Spend the day or spend the weekend! So many things to experience all in one place! The Goshen Fair….always Labor Day weekend.
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*São Paio Festival (September 4th-6th)
Friday, September 4
Opening Ceremonies (10:00 AM): At Naugatuck Town Hall, honoring Emilia DeCampos & Hilda Vaz as “Mayors of the Day.” Refreshments to follow at the Club.
Festival Kickoff (6:00 PM): Food stands open, serving favorites like our Famous Roast Beef Sandwich, Grilled Chicken, Sardines, Eels, Cavacas, and Pastéis de Nata.
Folklore Dancing (8:00 PM): A vibrant exhibition by “Recordacoes de Portugal” from Bridgeport, CT.
Live Music (9:00 PM - 12:00 AM): Dance to the music by “DJ Danny C."
Saturday, September 5
São Paio 5K & Fun Run (8:00 AM): Registration opens at the Club. The race starts at 9:00 AM on Elm Street, with a raffle to follow.
Food & Fun (12:00 PM): Food stands reopen for lunch.
Kids Contest (5:00 PM): Don't miss the adorable Children's Traditional Portuguese Folkloric Wear Contest!
An Evening of Dance (Starting at 6:00 PM): Enjoy back-to-back folkloric performances from “Rancho Folclórico Corações de Portugal” (Danbury, CT) at 6:00 PM and “Rancho Folclórico do Club de Hartford” at 7:00 PM.
Live Music (9:00 PM - 12:00 AM): Get ready for an incredible performance by “BAND FAITH”!
Sunday, September 6th
Community Mass (11:30 AM): Join us at Our Lady of Fatima Church (Baldwin St., Waterbury) to honor all members, past and present.
Traditional Lunch (12:00 PM): 'Almoço de dobrada' (Tripe) will be served at the Casa Varina Restaurant inside the Portuguese Club.
Be Part of the Festa!
Want a behind-the-scenes look at the festival? We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers, and you can choose to help for one or both days! For sponsorship opportunities or to sign up for a volunteer shift, visit our official page: https://www.naugatuckportugueseclub.com/sao-paio-festival...\
See you at the festa!
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Naugatuck High School Marching Band and Colorguard will present their annual Can and Bottle Drive Sept. 5 11 am to 3 pm. Please bring bottles to the loading dock area of the auditorium at Naugatuck High School.
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MANCHESTER'S OWN SILK CITY JAZZ BAND
Sunday, September 6 at Little Theatre of Manchester
4:00 PM
Old standards. New memories. The golden age of swing returns to Connecticut.
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*Dragons & Dungeons Weekend at Connecticut Renaissance Fair
Open Labor Day
General Admission: $18 · Youth 7-15: $10 · Kids 6 & under: FREE
Purchase tickets online to avoid Box Office lines, or purchase at the Box Office to avoid online ticketing fees.
Lebanon Country Fairgrounds · 122 Mack Road · Lebanon, CT
Gates open at 10:30 AM
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*Here’s what to expect this weekend at Lake Compounce for
Kyle the Crocodile Meet & Greets
Kyle's Garden
Through Sept. 7
Meet Crocodile Cove's favorite resident, Kyle the Crocodile!
Funny Friends
Kiddie Land
Through Sept. 7
Join our Host and their wacky assistant for a silly, interactive, sing along show.
NEW! Ride the Rhythm Dance Party
Kiddie Land
Through Sept. 7
Dance, sing, and celebrate with the Lake Compounce Entertainment Team!
