CES MMA 67
2022-04-01 19:00 - 23:00 UTC | Connecticut Convention Center – Exhibit Hall, 100 Columbus Blvd., 3rd Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
CES MMA 67 takes place on Friday, April 1st at the Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford.

CES Professional Boxing
2022-04-02 19:00 - 23:00 | Connecticut Convention Center – Exhibit Hall, 100 Columbus Blvd., 3rd Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
CES Professional Boxing takes place on Saturday, April 2nd at the Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford.

Michelangelo Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition!
2022-05-05 - 2022-06-26 | Connecticut Convention Center – Exhibit Hall, 100 Columbus Blvd., 3rd Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition is a collection of the artist’s renowned ceiling Frescoes from the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel, reproduced in a format that allows viewers to get face to face with the masterpieces. There are 34 Frescos displayed, this innovative presentation showcases pieces, like The Creation of Adam & The Last Judgement, allowing the audience an up close view! Click here for more show information.
For COVID-19 policies, please contact 323-935-6000.

Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience
2022-08-10 - 2022-10-23 | Connecticut Convention Center – Exhibit Hall, 100 Columbus Blvd., 3rd Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Immerse yourself in the world of Vincent Van Gogh like you’ve never experienced before. Beyond Van Gogh is a rich and unique multimedia experience, taking the viewer on a journey through over 300 iconic artworks including instantly-recognizable classics “The Starry Night”, “Sunflowers”, and “Café Terrace at Night”, now freed from their frames. Set to a symphonic score and using the artist’s own dreams, thoughts, and words to drive the experience as a narrative, Van Gogh’s art comes to life by appearing and disappearing, flowing across multiple surfaces and heightening the senses with their immense detail. Guests will leave with a new appreciation of this prolific artist’s stunning work.
Hours of Operation:
Monday & Tuesday – closed
Wed, Thurs, Sun – 10:00am – 8:00pm
Friday & Saturday – 10:00am – 9:00pm
Final entry 1 hour before close
Ticket Prices: Peak Off Peak
Basic Timed Entry: $49.99 $39.99
Child (5-15): $28.99 $23.99
Premium Flex: $59.99 $49.99
Groups (8+): $43.99 $33.99
VIP: $83.99 $73.99

10th Annual Tommy's Tattoo Convention
2022-10-14 - 2022-10-16 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
You are invited to join Tom Ringwalt and some of the most talented tattoo artists in the world for the 10th Annual “Tommy’s Tattoo Convention”, coming in 2022 to the Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford CT.
Tommy’s Tattoo Convention has been attended by over 300 international, national and local professional tattoo artists, over 30 vendors, and approximately 4,000 fans throughout this three-day weekend. Our goal for 2022 is to make this event even more successful than before!
Event Hours
Friday: 4:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Saturday: 12:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Tickets
One-Day: $17 (online pre-sale) | $20 (at the door)
Three-Day: $37 (online pre-sale) | $40 (at the door)
Children (12 & Under): Free
Click the link below to purchase tickets:
Purchase Tickets for Tommy’s Tattoo Convention
Click the link below for the concessions menu:
Tommy’s Concessions Menu

GLOW
2022-11-25 - 2022-12-30 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Holiday Light Festival & Market
Experience a family-friendly indoor holiday light festival as you celebrate the magic of the season with interactive light gardens, illuminated structures, delicious food and drink, live entertainment, and a vendor market – all under the twinkle of a million lights!
SHOW DAYS & TIMES:
Nov 25th, 2022 – Dec 30th, 2023
November:
11/25 – 3-9pm 12/19 – 3-8pm
11/26 – 3-10pm 12/20 – 3-8pm
11/27 – 3-8pm 12/21 – 3-8pm
December: 12/22 – 3-8pm
12/1 – 3-8pm 12/23 – 3-8pm
12/2 – 3-8pm 12/26 – 3-8pm
12/3 – 3-8pm 12/27 – 3-8pm
12/4 – 3-8pm 12/28 – 3-8pm
12/8 – 3-8pm 12/29 – 3-8pm
12/9 – 3-8pm 12/30 – 3-8pm
12/10 – 3-8pm
12/11 – 3-8pm
12/14 – 3-9pm
12/15 – 3-9pm
12/16 – 3-9pm
12/17 – 3-9pm
12/18 – 3-8pm
CLICK THE LINK BELOW TO BUY TICKETS:
Please note tickets are only sold at: Glow Hartford Tickets
GLOW Ticket customer support
EMAIL: hartfordsupport@glowgardens.com

75th Connecticut Home & Remodeling Show
2023-03-03 - 2023-03-05 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
The state’s largest and longest running Home and Remodeling Show for residents of Connecticut and western Massachusetts! Featuring hundreds of exhibits from local contractors and vendors, including products and services for every part of your home and yard. This show is produced by the Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Central Connecticut
SHOW HOURS:
Friday, 3pm-8pm
Saturday, 10am-8pm
Sunday, 10am-5pm

TICKETS:
General Admission: $12.00
Senior Admission: $9.00
Military ID: Free
Click here to purchase tickets.

2023 NBAA Maintenance Conference
2023-05-02 - 2023-05-04 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
The 2023 NBAA Maintenance Conference provides vital education and networking
opportunities for anyone involved in business aircraft maintenance – from technicians
to directors of maintenance. Stay up-to-date on the latest operational information
critical to your job function and connect with hundreds of your peers.
Ticket Information:
To register click here.

Hartford Pokémon Regional Championship
2023-05-19 - 2023-05-21 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
2023 Hartford Pokémon Regional Championship for Pokémon GO, Trading Card Game, and Video Game will take place May 19-21, 2023 at the Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford, CT. Players of all ages will compete for prizes, championship points towards the World Championship in Yokohama, Japan, cash prizes, and the title of Regional Champion. In addition to the Regional Championship, attendees can visit our First Step booth and learn the basics of the trading card game, play some Retro Video games, shop our vendors, play in Side Events and earn Prize Wall Credits to spend at our amazing Prize Wall, meet our guest artist from Japan and have a card signed, and watch matches on our live stream.
Event Date & Times:
Friday May 19, 2023 – 2pm-8pm
Saturday May 20, 2023 – 7:30am-9pm
Sunday May 21, 2023 – 8:30am-6pm
Ticket Information:
Tickets can be purchased 6 weeks prior to the event.
Click here to purchase tickets.

26th Annual Snow & Ice Symposium
2023-06-13 - 2023-06-16 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Annual snow & ice trade show + conference for the Snow & Ice Management industry
Registration:
Registration information can be found here.

ConnectiCon
2023-07-20 - 2023-07-23 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
ConnectiCon is a multifandom convention for fans of all things pop-culture – animation, video games, board games, card games, roleplaying games, anime, comic books, TV/movies, science fact, science fiction, fantasy, dystopian literature, costuming, web content, creators, and more! Taking over the entirety of the Connecticut Convention Center & Hartford Marriott Downtown, ConnectiCon offers dozens of events to participate on an hourly basis. ConnectiCon also offers after hours programming, ConVivial Fest, for 18+ and 21+ members at local downtown Hartford venues, featuring live music, dance parties, and other entertainment.
ConnectiCon Menu:
ConnectiCon Concessions Menu – 2023

Beyond King Tut
2023-08-11 - 2023-10-15 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
A cinematic exhibition that takes guests on an expansive journey through the true story of King Tut, and one of the greatest archaeological discoveries of all time. Using the next generation of visual storytelling, this immersive exhibition goes beyond a traditional artifact display and uses the power of photography and larger than life multimedia to invite guests into the world of the pharaohs and bring the archives of National Geographic to life. Through nine multi-sensory galleries, visitors are transported into the past through a unique narrative of this 3,000 year old story that the whole family can enjoy.
Open August 11 – October 15, 2023
Show Hours:

Monday & Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday & Thursday: 11am – 7pm (last entry 6pm)
Friday & Saturday: 11am – 9pm (last entry 8pm)
Sunday: 11am – 6pm (last entry 5pm)

RetroWorld Expo
2023-08-26 - 2023-08-27 | CT
RetroWorld Expo (RWX) is a celebration of gaming! RWX is known for its massive marketplace, esports competitions, free play arcade and gaming area, tabletop gaming, cosplay, live music and YouTube – industry guests and panels. Our marketplace has tons of vendors selling videogames, crafts, collectibles, anime, artwork, and more!
Show Hours:
Saturday: 10am-8pm
Sunday: 10am-5pm
Ticket Information:
2 day pass: $60
Saturday: $40
Sunday: $30
Click here to get tickets.
RetroWorld Expo Concessions Menu

Vertical Hoops Fall Championships
2023-10-27 - 2023-10-29 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Youth basketball tournament, grades 4-12, bringing together the best teams from around the Northeast.
Building Information:

Please be advised no food or beverage other than what is purchased inside the building is allowed
Coolers are not permitted
Lawn chairs are not permitted seating is provided

Concession Information
Saturday: 8am-11am…. Breakfast
11am-9pm…. Lunch/Dinner
Sunday: 8am-11am…. Breakfast
11am-7pm…. Lunch/Dinner
Concession stands are located inside the exhibit halls (where play is held)
Alcoholic beverages will be available on the Landing (level 4) both Saturday and Sunday from 12pm-7pm. Valid ID required.
Scan the QR code below for the concession menu:

For additional information about the event click here.

Jurassic Quest
2024-03-01 - 2024-03-03 | Connecticut Convention Center – Exhibit Hall, 100 Columbus Blvd., 3rd Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
We are Jurassic Quest, the largest & most realistic traveling dinosaur experience in North America!
Date & Times:
March 1st – Friday 12pm-8p
March 2nd – Saturday 9a-8p
March 3rd – Sunday 9a-7p
Get Tickets:
Jurassic Quest Tickets
Social Media:
Facebook: @jurassicquest
Instagram: @jurassicquest
EventHashtag: #jurassicquest

90's Con
2024-03-15 - 2024-03-17 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Spend a weekend going back in time to experience some of your favorite 90s moments. Named by People magazines as one of the Top 100 Reasons to Love America, 90s Con reunites casts from iconic 90s television shows, films and musical acts. Fans can meet celebrities in attendance for solo photo ops, autographs and selfies as well as attend unique Q&A panels featuring conversations with cast members and bands. Over 50 celebrities in attendance including Geena Davis, Susan Sarandon, Alyssa Milano, the cast of Boy Meets World, four of the Disney princesses and much more!
Hours of Operation:
Friday, March 15th: 4pm-8pm
Saturday, March 16th: 10am-6pm
Sunday, March 17th: 10am-5pm
Ticket Information:
VIP Pass: $265
Weekend Pass: $150
Friday Pass: $45
Saturday Pass: $75
Sunday Pass: $70
Kids (Ages 4-10) Weekend Pass: $35
Kids (Ages 4-10) Saturday or Sunday Pass: $20
Kids (Ages 4-10) Friday Pass: $10
To Purchase Tickets Please Click Here.

Brick Fest Live
2024-05-11 - 2024-05-12 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
See Life-Sized models made from tens of thousands of bricks. Enjoy hands-on activities and attractions assembled for maximum family fun. Meet contestants from the LEGO Masters TV Show. Dive in and get a once-in-a-lifetime photo with 200,000 colorful bricks. Build, race, and win at the famous 35 foot derby drag race. Bring the entire family!
REFUND POLICY: Refunds are only made available only to those that add our no-questions-asked TICKET PROTECTION option at checkout.
DATE & TIMES;
May 11 – 9am – 5pm
May 12 – 10am – 4pm
Click here to get tickets.
Social Media:
Facebook: @brickfestlive
Instagram: @brickfestlive
Twitter: @brickfestlive

Unicorn World
2024-06-15 - 2024-06-16 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Life-sized unicorns, a magical forest, and a fun-filled day of unicorn activities + rides for the whole family!
Event Date & Times
Saturday, June 15: 9am-5:30pm
Sunday, June 16: 10am-3pm
Ticket Information
For tickets click here.
Social Media
Facebook: @UNICORNWORLDEVENT
Instagram: @UNICORNWORLDEVENT
Event Hashtag: #UNICORNWORLDHARTFORD

Handbell Musicians of America's Free Concerts - Open to the Public
2024-07-09 - 2024-07-13 | Connecticut Convention Center-Ballroom, 100 Columbus Blvd., 6th Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Public Concerts
July 9: Merrimack Valley Ringers 6-7 PM
July 10: Bronze Ambassadors of the United Christian Academy 1-1:30 PM; The Potomac Honors and Landon Advanced Handbell Ensembles 5-6 PM
July 11: Philadelphia Bronze 1-1:30 PM; The Carol Ringers 6-7 PM
July 12: Jubilate Handbell Choir 1-1:30 PM; Back Bay Ringers 8-9 PM
July 13: All-Star Choir and Distinctly Teen 2:45 PM – 4:45 PM
Full event for registered attendees is July 9-13
Ticket Information
Daily Concerts are Free and Open to the Public – All concerts take place in Ballroom A
Social Media
Facebook: @HandbellMusicians
Instagram: @hmamusicians
YouTube: handbellmusicians
Event Hashtag: #HMASeminar24
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Hot Tub & Swim Spa Blowout Expo
2025-03-14 - 2025-03-16 | Connecticut Convention Center – Exhibit Hall B, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Save Big on a huge selection of Hot Tubs and Swim Spas from major brands! Over 40 Hot Tubs and Swim Spas will be on display from 5 major brands at huge discounts. Financing is available (with approved credit).
Show Admission Is Free
Hours:
Fri 4p-8p,
Sat 10a-8p
Sun 10a-5p

Jurassic Quest
2025-04-04 - 2025-04-06 | Connecticut Convention Center – Exhibit Hall, 100 Columbus Blvd., 3rd Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Jurassic Quest is the world’s largest, most popular dinosaur event with unique and exciting experiences for the whole family!
There’s no better place to make pter-iffic memories playing with adorable baby dinos, excavating fossils, RIDING a dinosaur, or even training a raptor and strolling through our photorealistic dino herd including behemoths like sky-scraping Spinosaurus and, the King himself, Tyrannosaurus rex! Get your tickets for supersized family fun before they go EXTINCT!
Date & Times:
Friday, April 4th: 12pm-6pm
Saturday, April 5th: 9am-6pm
Sunday, April 6th: 9am-5pm
Get Tickets:
Click here for tickets. Save 30% with promo code CCC30
Social Media:
Facebook: @jurassicquest
Instagram: @jurassicquest

Brick Fest Live
2025-04-12 - 2025-04-13 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
The top family event for brick fans will soon “assemble” in Hartford!
This event is all-in on imagination with stations and attractions designed to inspire creativity and play! Families can get hands-on with different brick challenges throughout the event as well as explore community collab builds and master creations from all over the world.
• Join a Guinness World Record Challenge: Help create a massive floor mosaic!
• Life-Size Models: See awe-inspiring builds from around the world.
• Glow Zone: Create in an exclusive glow-in-the-dark building area.
• Meet the Masters: Get up close with LEGO Masters from the hit TV
show.
DATE & TIMES;
Sat, April 12: 9am – 5p
Sun, April 13: 10am – 4pm
Click here to get tickets. Save 30% with promo code CCC30
Social Media:
Facebook: @brickfestlive
Instagram: @brickfestlive
Event Hashtag: #brickfestlive

Beyond Monet / Beyond Van Gogh
2025-05-24 - 2025-06-29 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Step into the world of two legendary artists.
Join us in Hartford for Beyond Van Gogh & Beyond Monet and experience art like never before.
Hours of Operation
Monday – Thursday: 10am to 8pm (Last Entry: 7pm)
Friday: 11am to 9pm (Last Entry: 8pm)
Saturday: 10am to 9pm (Last Entry: 8:30pm)
Sunday: 10am to 7pm (Last Entry: 6:15pm)
Sat. June 14th and 21st – Last entry 7:00pm
Sat. June 28th – Last entry 8:30pm
Ticket Information
To get tickets click here.

Unicorn World
2025-06-07 - 2025-06-08 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Life-sized unicorns, a magical forest, and a fun-filled day of unicorn activities + rides for the whole family!
Event Date & Times
Saturday, June 7: 9am-5:30pm
Sunday, June 8: 9am-5:30pm
Ticket Information
For tickets click here.
Social Media
Facebook: @UNICORNWORLDEVENT
Instagram: @UNICORNWORLDEVENT
Event Hashtag: #UNICORNWORLDHARTFORD

Hot Tub & Swim Spa Blowout Expo
2025-08-08 - 2025-08-10 | Connecticut Convention Center – Exhibit Hall B, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Save Big on a huge selection of Hot Tubs and Swim Spas from major brands! Over 40 Hot Tubs and Swim Spas will be on display from 5 major brands at huge discounts. Financing is available (with approved credit).
Show Admission Is Free
Hours:
Fri 4p-8p,
Sat 10a-8p
Sun 10a-5p
For more information click here.

GLOW Hartford
2025-11-21 - 2025-12-23 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Holiday Light Festival & Market!
Celebrate the holiday season under the twinkle of a million lights at Glow Hartford! Glow Hartford returns to the Connecticut Convention Center, November 21st through December 23rd.
Enjoy interactive light gardens, illuminated structures, seasonal food and drinks, family-friendly activities, a festive holiday market and daily live entertainment.
Don’t miss a FREE photo with Santa and ride on our trackless “Glow-comotive” train.
Tickets can be purchased here.
The Glow-comotive Train

Connecticut Home & Remodeling Show
2026-03-06 - 2026-03-08 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
As Connecticut’s largest and longest-running Home and Remodeling Show, the Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Connecticut River Region offers residents of Connecticut and western Massachusetts a one-stop shopping experience in home products and services. You will be able to find a wide variety of home improvement, building, and remodeling exhibits from local and national vendors featuring thousands of ideas for your home and yard. Because this is the show that is produced locally by the Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Connecticut River Region, you have the confidence knowing that this home show represents many of our members and the people we do business with every day. The Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Connecticut River Region and the Connecticut Home & Remodeling Show… quality, integrity and professionalism.
Date & Times:
Friday, March 6: 12pm-8pm
Saturday, March 7: 10am-8pm
Sunday, March 8: 10am-4pm
Ticket Information:
For tickets click here, or purchase them at the Convention Center.
Social Media:
Facebook- @CTRemodelingShow
Instagram- @HBRACentralConnecticut
Event Hashtag- #CTHomeShow
