Connecticut Children's Foundation Gala
2025-11-08 18:00 (America/New_York) | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Wicked-themed Gala—the region’s premier fundraising event and Best of Hartford 2020, 2021, 2023, 2024, and 2025 winner of Best Charity Event. This sold-out evening gathers more than 1,000 influential philanthropists, corporate leaders, grateful patient families, and healthcare champions, all united in their commitment to providing exceptional pediatric care. Connecticut Children’s is the only health system in Connecticut 100% dedicated to kids—delivering high-quality care across more than 30 pediatric specialties in 38 locations throughout Connecticut, Eastern New York, and Western Massachusetts. By supporting this extraordinary event, you give children the power to defy gravity and soar, ensuring they receive expert, compassionate healthcare without limits.
Event Date & Times
Saturday, November 8, 2025 6:00 PM to Midnight
Ticket Information
For tickets please click here.
Social Media
Facebook: @connecticutchildrensfoundation
Instagram: @ctchildrensfoundation

Insurance Leadership Forum 2025
2025-11-11 08:00 - 19:00 UTC
Invite-only exclusive insurance industry event
Social Media
Facebook: @LTIMindtree
Instagram: @LTIMindtree
Twitter: @LTIMindtreeOFCL

CBIA Annual Meeting
2025-11-12 16:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Connecticut’s largest networking event of the year brings together business leaders from every industry and corner of the state. CBIA’s Annual Meeting & Reception is not only a gathering—it’s a celebration of Connecticut’s vibrant business community, made up of resilient and innovative leaders. This year’s event features two business leaders who now call the Nutmeg State home: Ryan Leaf and Anna Kleinsorge are a powerhouse duo whose journey spans sports, business, media, and advocacy. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with like-minded leaders, celebrate achievements, and learn from two remarkable people.

2025 Annual Nonprofit Conference
2025-11-13
Hundreds of community nonprofits from across Connecticut will come together for a full day of connection, learning, and inspiration. The Annual Nonprofit Conference is where nonprofit professionals and supporters gather year after year to share successes, spark new ideas, and explore strategies to strengthen impact across the sector. Join 700+ changemakers for an exciting event that will fuel your work and expand your network.
Social Media
Facebook: @The Alliance: The Voice of Community Nonprofits
Twitter/ X: @CTNPAlliance

The 12th Annual Connecticut GI Educational Symposium
2025-11-14 15:00 - 22:30 (America/New_York)
Gastroenterology and Hepatology Conference
Ticket Information
Pharmaceutical Reps Please Contact sthomsen@connecticutgi.org to reserve a table.

InterCommunity's Annual Light Up the Night Gala: Shining a Light on Whole-Person Health Care
2025-11-14 18:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for a night to remember! InterCommunity Health Care will host its biggest annual gala yet, “Light Up the Night: Shining a Light on Whole-Person Health Care” on Friday, November 14, 2025. Join us for an inspiring night featuring a silent auction, delicious food, live entertainment, dancing, stories of resilience, and opportunities to give back — all in support of expanding access to care for individuals and families. All proceeds enable InterCommunity to build on our mission to provide integrated primary care, mental health care, and addiction recovery care for all in the communities we serve, allowing us to continue providing high-quality, accessible, and affordable services to those in Greater Hartford and beyond. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or joining us for the first time, your presence helps us build a healthier, more connected community; and we can’t wait to celebrate with you! Check out the diverse opportunities for tickets and sponsorships at give.classy.org/ICGala2025 and reserve your spot today.
Ticket Information
For tickets please click here.
Social Media
Facebook: @ICHealthCareCT
Instagram: @ICHealthCareCT
Twitter: @ICHealthCareCT
Event Hashtag: #ICGala2025

Actuaries' Club of Hartford Springfield - Semiannual Meeting
2025-11-20 09:00 - 18:00 UTC
The Actuaries’ Club of Hartford Springfield provides continuing education and networking opportunities for actuaries and actuarial students who live or work primarily in Connecticut and Western Massachusetts.
Our educational sessions provide insurance company, consulting, and regulatory actuaries with access to top speakers in life and health insurance. Topics include individual group, life, annuity, and health insurance, marketing, product development, investment valuation, risk-management, and compliance. We also offer professionalism and general business skills sessions.

NIKE New England Winterfest
2026-01-10 - 2026-01-25
NIKE New England Winterfest is a NERVA junior volleyball tournament for boys and girls, aged 10-18, held over 3 weekends with over 730 teams in attendance.
For tournament information click here.
Event Date & Times
January 10-25, 2026
7am-8pm on event days
Ticket Information
Spectator Admission can be purchased here with a team code!
Social Media
Facebook: @newinterfestvb
Instagram: @newinterfestvb
Event Hashtag: #newenglandwinterfest

Connecticut Business Matchmaker
2026-03-06 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Connecticut small businesses – are you ready to grow through government contracting opportunities?
Meet one-on one with government buyers and prime contractors, connect with resource partners and attend free training sessions designed to help you become contract ready.
For more information click here.
Social Media
Twitter: @SBA_CT
LinkedIn: @SBA Connecticut
Event Hashtag: #ctbusinessmatchmaker

61st Annual Meeting of the Geological Society of America (GSA) Northeastern Section
2026-03-21 - 2026-03-24
Discover the diverse geology of Hartford, Connecticut, USA, during the GSA 2025 NE section meeting. Connecticut, known for its diverse landscapes, features Hartford, a lively city steeped in geological history. The area presents a range of rock formations, from ancient metamorphic types to newer sedimentary layers. This technical program will explore Hartford’s geological characteristics, focusing on the unique landscape of the Connecticut River Valley and its importance in regional geology. Participants will learn about local mineral resources, how urban development affects geological structures, and the significance of sustainable practices in resource management. Key discussions will cover geology’s role in urban planning, environmental conservation, and the challenges of natural hazards. Join us to connect with experts and enthusiasts, fostering conversations that deepen our understanding of Hartford’s geological legacy and its future implications.
Social Media
Facebook: @GSA.1888
Instagram: @geosociety
Twitter: @geosociety
Event Hashtag: #NESectionMeeting

When Women Lead: Purpose Meets Power
2026-03-24 08:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Author, advocate, and public health expert Chelsea Clinton is the featured speaker for CBIA’s 2026 When Women Lead conference, where we celebrate the power and potential of women in business. As vice chair of the Clinton Foundation, she works alongside the foundation’s leadership and partners to improve lives and inspire emerging leaders across the U.S. and around the world. Clinton provides vision and expertise for flagship programs like the Clinton Global Initiative, a model for public-private partnerships addressing some of today’s most pressing challenges. She is also vice chair of the Clinton Health Access Initiative, which has helped over 21 million people in more 70 countries access critical HIV/AIDS medications and works to build and strengthen sustainable health systems around the world. Join us March 24 for a dynamic morning of discussions, idea sharing, and networking with a community that’s growing, evolving, and leading—together.
Ticket Information
$155 CBIA Members, $235 non-members
For more information click here.

CMEA 78th Annual In-Service Conference
2026-03-26 - 2026-03-28
3 day music education conference – please see webpage for all details.
For tickets click here.
Social Media
Facebook: @CTMusicEd
Instagram: @ctmusiced

2026 Connecticut Workforce Summit: Reimagining Career Pathways
2026-04-02 08:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
How individuals learn, work, and develop skills continues to change rapidly, requiring new approaches to workforce development. Estimates suggest that more than half the jobs today’s students will hold within five years do not yet exist raising questions about relevant career pathways and how Connecticut can respond to evolving talent needs. The 2026 Connecticut Workforce Summit: Reimagining Career Pathways convenes leaders from business, education, government, and nonprofit organizations to review and address best practices. The April 2 summit will examine workforce development strategies, career pathway trends, and programs supporting long-term talent development across the state.
For ticket information click here.

InsurTech America Symposium
2026-04-13 - 2026-04-14
InsurTech America Symposium is one of the longest running and most well attended InsurTech events in the industry. Previously known as InsurTechHartford Symposium, this year’s event expands beyond the boundaries of Hartford to welcome insurance industry professionals and entrepreneurs who want to engage with peers in learning an connecting.
Ticket Information
For tickets click here.
Social Media
Facebook: @inusrtechhfd
Instagram: @insurtechhfd
Twitter: @insurtechhfd
Event Hashstag: #IAS2026

International Code Council Public Comment Hearings
2026-04-18 - 2026-04-24
Join us at the Connecticut Convention Center and make an impact on code safety! FREE pre-hearing member events offer the opportunity to network with other building safety professionals, discuss important industry topics, and learn from the experiences of your peers. Key events include:

Membership Council Meetings
Members Reception
Opening Session
Presentation of Awards

Social Media
Facebook: @InternationalCodeCouncil
Instagram: @intlcodecouncil
Twitter: @IntlCodeCouncil
Event Hashtag: #2026codehearings

NIKE North Atlantic Championships
2026-05-02 - 2026-05-10
NIKE North Atlantic Championships is a NERVA junior volleyball tournament for girls, aged 10-18, held over 2 weekends with over 300 teams in attendance.
For tournament information click here.
Event Date & Times
Saturday, May 2-10, 2026
7am-8pm on event days
Ticket Information
Spectator Admission can be purchased here with a team code!
Social Media
Facebook: @newenglandvb
Instagram: @newenglandvb
Event Hashtag: #newenglandvb

CEN Connect 2026
2026-05-06 - 2026-05-07
CEN welcomes you to the 13th Annual Member Conference on May 6-7, 2026, at the Connecticut Convention Center to connect with over 900 of your colleagues and industry leaders participating in our event featuring more training, collaboration, education, and networking than ever before! CEN advances our members’ goals in education, research, and economic development by utilizing our members’ accumulated knowledge in the areas of cybersecurity, advanced networking, innovation in education, and innovation, and community best practice. Since 2000, CEN has been accelerating our members’ development by providing dependable low-latency, high-speed networking and security services. CEN is the preferred provider for organizations that require exceptional value, performance, and highly personalized service.
Ticket Information
Walk-In Attendees, Full Event: $130

2026 Connecticut Legal Conference
2026-06-02 07:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
The Connecticut Legal Conference (CLC) is the CBA’s preeminent event comprised of dozens of engaging CLE seminars covering a diverse range of topics in state and federal law. The day also includes an exhibitor showcase featuring a variety of companies and organizations and the CBA Annual Meeting and Luncheon, which features the installation of the CBA executive committee officers for the approaching bar year.
Ticket Information
Ticket Pricing Information available here.
Social Media:
Facebook: @ConnecticutBarAssociation
Instagram: @ctbarassociation
Twitter: @CTBar
Event Hashtag: #CLC2026

PLRB 2026 Eastern Regional Adjusters Conference
2026-06-09 - 2026-06-10
The PLRB Regional Adjusters Conferences serve as a vital resource for staying informed on the latest developments in adjusting, legal matters, and technology within the P&C insurance sector. Our primary goal is to help you maintain your adjusting licenses and deliver exceptional service to your customers. Front-line adjusters, supervisors, and managers can enhance their claims knowledge and elevate their job performance. Attendees have the opportunity to accrue up to 8 hours of state-accredited continuing education credits.
Date & Time
Tuesday, June 9, 2026: 7am-6pm
Wednesday, June 10,2026: 7am-4pm
Social Media:
Facebook
LinkedIn
*All food & beverage consumed must be purchased in the building.*

United Way Women United's 15th Anniversary Power of the Purse presented by Hartford HealthCare
2026-06-11 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Power of the Purse is our region’s premier women’s empowerment event! For more than 15 years, United Way Women United’s Power of the Purse has been a valuable opportunity for women and allies to expand their professional networks while giving back to their communities. Attendees ensure that our neighbors receive job training, financial education, and savings opportunities. Power of the Purse is best known for its fun and dynamic silent auction featuring fabulous purses, experiences, and more; and, its impactful and inspirational program that for its fun and dynamic silent auction featuring fabulous purses, experiences, and more; and, its impactful and inspirational program that leaves the audience bonded by powerful shared philanthropy. The funds raised at this event close gaps and create opportunities that help local women and families achieve financial security. Together, we are United to End Poverty.
Event Date & Times
Thursday, June 11th: 9am – 11am
Ticket Information
Click here to purchase.
Social Media
Facebook: @unitedwayinc
Instagram: @unitedwayinc
Twitter: @unitedwayinc
Event Hashtag: #POP15
*All food & beverage consumed must be purchased in the building.*

Riftbound Regional Qualifier
2026-06-19 - 2026-06-21
The stakes are high as elite Riftbound players collide in an epic battle for glory – and a place among the best.
Get ready for an exciting weekend filled with intense matches and epic plays. Join us on June 19-21 as players battle it out for a chance to advance to the next level. Don’t miss out on the action-packed event!
To join the Riftbound Regional Qualifier Main Event, you’ll need to purchase a Competitor or Premium Competitor badge.
For more information click here.
SOLD OUT!
*All food & beverage consumed must be purchased in the building.*

CREC FallStaff 60
2026-08-21 07:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
CREC’s annual employee convocation

Indian Folk Dance Festival
2026-09-18 19:00 (America/New_York)
Our event is a community outreach initiative celebrating Indian culture through art, history, music, dance, & authentic cuisine. It promotes culture diversity, inclusion, education, & community engagement while brining people of all background together to experience & appreciate Indian rich heritage.
Event Date & Time
Sept 18th: 7PM-12AM
Ticket Information
Click here to purchase tickets.
Social Media
Facebook: @vallabdhamtemple
Instagram: @vallabdhamtemplect
