Connecticut Convention Center

72nd CMEA In-Service Conference and All State Music Festival
2018-04-19 - 2018-04-21 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Annual Conference of Music Teachers and High School Honors All State Concert

CT Barber Expo
2018-04-22 | Connecticut Convention Center – Exhibit Hall, 100 Columbus Blvd., 3rd Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Over 450 Barbers will compete in a variety of categories ranging from Freestyle with Color, Freestyle Without Color, Speed Challenge, Theme Challenge and Self Haircutting Challenge. Attendance at last years battle was over 5,800 people.
This years Barber Expo will feature an incredible Barber Battle with several categories, Educational classes by the industry’s top barbers, vendor booths, product demonstrations, barbershop quartet, platform artists and giveaways.

Event Hours
Black & Gold Affair Pre-Party & Fashion Show: Saturday, April 21 from 9:30 p.m. – 2:00 a.m.
Education Seminar: Sunday, April 22 from 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Show Floor and Competition: Sunday, April 22 from 2:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Tickets
Black & Gold Affair Pre-Party & Fashion Show: $25
General Admission: $35
Education Seminar: $55
VIP Admission Ticket: $140
Education Seminar & General Admission: $80

Passion & Power of Project Management
2018-04-23 - 2018-04-24 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
An event that will reignite your passion for project management and give you the power to move forward in your career! A day and a half of professional development for those engaged in the project management profession or those who wish to learn more about it. Learn the latest tools and techniques in the profession and network with other project management professionals from our region.
Event Times:
Monday – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Tuesday – 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

ASCA 2018 Snow & Ice Show
2018-05-01 - 2018-05-03 | Connecticut Convention Center – Exhibit Hall, 100 Columbus Blvd., 3rd Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
The Accredited Snow Contractors Association (ASCA) and Snow Magazine have announced the 2nd Annual Snow and Ice Show, an industry event focused on education, certification, networking, and the latest snowfighting tools for increased efficiency and profitability.
The Snow and Ice Show will take place May 1-3, 2018 at the Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford, Connecticut. This comprehensive conference will provide the snow and ice management market with the opportunity for ASCA in-classroom certification; industry-specific, high-quality educational programming; and elite peer-to-peer networking opportunities. The event unites manufacturers, suppliers, and snow and ice management professionals for 2½ days of education, networking and a trade show.
“The response to last year’s show was tremendous,” says Kevin Gilbride, ASCA Executive Director. “The ASCA and Snow Magazine realize industry members want these types of easily accessible, high-value events to further their knowledge and help their businesses, which is why we’re excited to bring the show back in 2018.”
The Snow and Ice Show’s educational programming is focused on the modern principles of successful snow and ice management – managing risk, reducing insurance rates, and reducing bogus slip-and-fall claims. The show is geared toward industry leaders and those who wish to become industry change agents, as well as for peer-to-peer discussions on real-world business issues.
The ASCA and Snow Magazine are working in conjunction to finalize the educational speaker lineup, and announcements will be made in the upcoming weeks. However, educational topics and themes will include:

Contract Language
Property Conditions
Industry Standards
Documentation
Risk Management
Post-Event Processes
Insurance Risk and Awareness
ISO 9001/SN 9001 Quality Management System
Technology
Marketing
Personnel Management
De-icing Chemicals & Equipment
Bidding and Estimating
Safety Programs, Protocols & Training
Equipment Purchasing/Management
Managing Labor
Fleet Management

10th Annual W.R.A.P. Luncheon
2018-05-03 11:00 - 14:00 UTC | Connecticut Convention Center – Ballroom Level, 100 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Our Annual Women Raising Awareness Philanthropically Luncheon was created to help build positive networking opportunities while honoring the work of a woman for notable philanthropic contributions in her field and community.

George W. Crawford Annual Dinner
2018-05-03 18:00 - 21:00 | Connecticut Convention Center – Ballroom Level, 100 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
The George W. Crawford Black Bar Association (“Crawford”) is an association of judges, attorneys and law students of color in Connecticut with a core mission of working together for the enhancement of the role of black people in the legal profession. We host an annual dinner where we honor a trailblazer and visionary in our field as well as present scholarships to law students from local area law schools.

JDRF Promise Ball
2018-05-05 | Connecticut Convention Center-Ballroom, 100 Columbus Blvd., 6th Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
The Promise Ball is JDRF’s premiere event to raise funds for type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. The event includes a cocktail reception, silent and live auctions, entertainment and JDRF’s signature Fund A Cure program, a unique live auction in which the money raised goes directly to diabetes research.

Hartford Tech Forum
2018-05-08 07:00 - 19:00 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Welcome to the 2018 Tech Forum inaugural event! We invite you to be part of this exciting new forum where IT Leaders in the Central Connecticut area come together to hear and discuss challenges and opportunities in Leadership, Business & Technology.

Connecticut Governor's Conference on Tourism
2018-05-09 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
It’s the don’t-miss industry event of the year for everyone who’s interested in attracting visitors/guests/attendees. Hotels. Restaurants. Casinos. Tourist attractions. Entertainment venues. Historic sites. Cultural and arts institutions. Come share best practices and learn from national tourism and travel experts at this one-of-a-kind conference.

WorkSmart Hartford 2018
2018-05-10 07:30 - 16:30 | Connecticut Convention Center – Ballroom Level, 100 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
WorkSmart Hartford Summit, one of the largest complimentary Business and IT conferences in New England & New York, is all about staying ahead of the curve with business and technology.
We’re proud to work with our trusted partners to share a variety of perspectives on evolving business, IT and security trends, such as cybersecurity, compliance and regulations, business intelligence, data and analytics, team collaboration, cloud technologies and more! Join us for a full day of exciting sessions, networking and a complimentary breakfast, lunch and social hour.

Nightingale Awards for Excellence in Nursing
2018-05-10 17:30 - 21:00 | Connecticut Convention Center – Ballroom Level, 100 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
The 16th Annual Hartford Regional Nightingale Awards for Excellence in Nursing, hosted by Hartford HealthCare at Home, is a gala event and Connecticut’s largest statewide nursing recognition program. This year’s event will honor 82 nurses for their exceptional contributions to the nursing profession.

East Hartford High School's Senior Ball
2018-05-19 18:00 - 23:00 | Connecticut Convention Center – Ballroom Level, 100 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Tickets for the East Hartford High School’s Senior Ball are sold at East Hartford High School.

Actuaries' Club of Hartford & Springfield Spring Meeting
2018-05-22 08:00 - 18:30 | Connecticut Convention Center – Ballroom Level, 100 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
The ACHS meetings attract over 400 life and health actuaries from insurance, reinsurance and consulting firms. This conference will provide an opportunity for attendees to earn continuing education credits (including two breakout sessions for EA credit) and network with other professionals in their fields of practice.

Delta Sigma Theta Eastern Regional Conference
2018-05-31 - 2018-06-03 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States

12th Annual Overcomer Breakfast
2018-06-06 07:30 - 09:30 | Connecticut Convention Center-Ballroom, 100 Columbus Blvd., 6th Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
The annual fundraiser breakfast for The Open Hearth Association with guest speaker Mayor Luke Bronin.

Better Health Conference
2018-06-07 08:00 - 17:30 | Connecticut Convention Center – Ballroom Level, 100 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
The Better Health Conference is the premier New England patient engagement event. In addition to learning from and engaging with dynamic speakers, attendees will have the opportunity to connect with vendors showcasing state-of-the-art consumer healthcare innovation. This year’s conference includes informative breakout sessions focusing on social determinants of health, health IT, healthcare reform and health equity.

United Way Women United Power of the Purse
2018-06-14 11:00 - 13:30 | Connecticut Convention Center-Ballroom, 100 Columbus Blvd., 6th Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Power of the Purse Luncheon and Silent Auction supports United Way Women United’s Family Financial Stability Initiative, which provides personalized financial education workshops, one-on-one financial coaching, tax preparation and a matched savings account program to help women in our community become financially stable.

A&WMA 111th Conference & Exhibition
2018-06-25 - 2018-06-28 | Connecticut Convention Center – Exhibit Hall, 100 Columbus Blvd., 3rd Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
The Air & Waste Management Association’s Annual Conference & Exhibition (ACE) is the most comprehensive conference on environmental technology and regulation. It brings environmental professionals from around the world together to hear technical presentations on cutting edge topics and to interact with exhibiting businesses and organizations demonstrating the latest environmental products and services. Through its programming, A&WMA strives to address top environmental issues, offer access to leading subject experts and maintain a neutral forum for information exchange.

54th Biennial National Association of the Deaf Conference
2018-07-03 - 2018-07-07 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
The Biennial NAD Conference will happen this July 3-7, 2018 in Hartford, Connecticut. Our theme is educate, pass-it-on, and share. Explore hartford.nad.org for more information about the conference such as workshops, registration, evening events, and more! Come and join us!

Hot Tub & Swim Spa Blowout Expo
2018-07-20 - 2018-07-22 | Connecticut Convention Center – Exhibit Hall, 100 Columbus Blvd., 3rd Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Save Big on a huge selection of Hot Tubs and Swim Spas from major brands! Over 50 Hot Tubs will be on display. Financing is available. Visit Hot Tub & Swim Spa Expo for more information.
Tickets
Admission is Free
Event Hours
Friday: 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Equipment Fleet Management 2018 National Conference
2018-07-30 - 2018-08-02 | Connecticut Convention Center – Exhibit Hall, 100 Columbus Blvd., 3rd Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
The American Association of State Highway & Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Equipment Management Technical Services Program (EMTSP) and the Transportation Research Board (TRB) invite you to attend and participate in the Equipment Fleet Management 2018 National Conference and Trade Show.
The event will be attended by highway equipment fleet managers, administrators, directors, engineers from state, local, and federal governments, representatives from the highway maintenance and equipment industry, academic and research participants, and members from the AASHTO and the TRB.
The conference will feature technical presentations from experts and panel discussions on various fleet management issues by representatives of the highway equipment industry, state DOTs, federal government, research, and academic communities. Break-out sessions and business meetings will be provided for the four EMTSP Regional Partnerships, and a forum to share equipment fleet management strategies and best practices will be provided.
This conference will afford the opportunity to learn about national initiatives, current and future research projects by AASHTO and TRB, as well as technological advances in equipment technologies. Attendees will network, interact, and share professional knowledge and insights with peers from state, federal, and local governments and representatives from the highway equipment industry throughout the country.

2018 New England AUA
2018-09-05 - 2018-09-08 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Urology doctors and nurses from all over the New England area will attend the 2018 Annual Meeting for the New England Section of the American Urological Association to learn new scientific research and meet with their fellow colleagues and exhibiting companies.

RetroWorld Expo
2018-09-08 - 2018-09-09 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
RetroWorld is a video game related expo held annually in Connecticut. It is a celebration of Classic and Retro Video Gaming that also embraces Tabletop Gaming, Modern Video Gaming, Homebrew Gaming, Anime, Action Figures, Comic Books, Cosplay, Arcade Machines, and much more.
Now in its third year, RWX is driven by Vendors, Exhibitors, Panelists, Tournaments and a robust Freeplay Arcade & Console Gaming area. RetroWorld Expo brings gamers and retro enthusiasts from all over the country (and beyond) together for an awesome event to look forward to every year.
Event Hours
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Tickets*

Adults
Children (6-10)**

Two-Day (Saturday & Sunday)
$45
$15

Saturday Only
$30
$10

Sunday Only
$25
$10

Children 6 and Under**: Free

* Tickets are non-refundable and are not transferable
**Must be accompanied by an adult

2018 NASDA Annual Meeting
2018-09-09 - 2018-09-12 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture President and Connecticut Commissioner of Agriculture, Steven R. Reviczky, invite you to attend the upcoming 2018 Annual Meeting, September 9-12, in Hartford, Connecticut. NASDA is keenly aware of challenges and opportunities in agriculture. Agriculture policy based on sound science is critical to the success of our farmers and ranchers. Join us while chief agricultural officials from across the U.S. gather to have critical policy discussions on emerging food and agricultural issues in Connecticut.

Connecticut Science Center Green Gala: Saturday Night Science Fever
2018-09-15 18:30 | Connecticut Convention Center – Ballroom Level, 100 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Boogie over to the Connecticut Convention Center in support of the Connecticut Science Center’s mission. Enjoy a groovy night including dinner, cocktails, discotastic music & dancing, live & silent auctions, science demonstrations and more in support of cutting-edge programs that inspire the next generation and future workforce of scientists, engineers, healers, educators and innovators.

CN Live 2018
2018-09-16 - 2018-09-18 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
CN Live is a gathering of home service contractors dedicated to personal and professional so they can achieve an even greater level of success. The event is hosted by Larry Janesky’s Contractor Nation, based in Seymour, CT and includes classroom training, knowledge sharing and networking. Contractor Nation operates a network of more than 500 home service contractors across North America. More than 1,200 people are expected to attend the event.

2018 NSSA Northeast Sign Expo
2018-09-20 - 2018-09-21 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Following the great success of the 2017 NSSA Sign Expo in Hartford, the Expo will be returning to the Connecticut Convention Center for the 2018 Expo. Last year’s event showed tremendous growth over previous years as both exhibitors and attendees arrived in record numbers.
Explore what’s new in the sign industry with 13 truck displays, eight EMC manufacturers, eight printer displays, three fabrication machines, nine wholesale product suppliers, and over 70 other support suppliers to the industry.
“The City of Hartford is centrally located with in NSSA’s footprint and offers great opportunities for visitors. The Connecticut Convention Center is a top-notch facility and we are all excited to be returning there.” – Jean Gavigan, NSSA Executive Director

Connecticut CARES
2018-09-20 12:00 - 14:00 | Connecticut Convention Center – Ballroom Level, 100 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Children in Placement’s Annual Gala Luncheon featuring keynote speaker, Sarah Eagan, CT State Child Advocate, a luncheon awards, silent auction and a celebration of Children in Placement’s work supporting and advocating abused and neglected children throughout Connecticut.

MIRACLES XXIX Gala
2018-09-22 18:00 | Connecticut Convention Center – Ballroom Level, 100 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
MIRACLES is Saint Francis Hospital’s largest fundraiser of the year and the largest black-tie gala in the State of Connecticut. MIRACLES draws hospital leadership, company executives, physicians, grateful patients and other loyal supporters throughout the community while generating over $1 million and attracting a sell-out crowd of 1,400 guests annually. The Gala features an exclusive silent wine & whiskey auction, top of the line cuisine and dancing.

Get Hired Hartford Career Expo
2018-09-26 11:00 - 15:00 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
GET HIRED HARTFORD – a hiring event by Goodwill of Western and Northern Connecticut, is the largest free career expo in the state!
With resume professionals onsite to help refine your resume, a chance to get a free, professional LinkedIn headshot, over 80 employers to meet and network with and more, you will find a multitude of resources to help you obtain your next great role.
Employers on hand will be hiring for thousands of open positions. Get Hired Hartford is your chance to take your career to the next level. Whether you’re just out of school, seeking entry level work or are seasoned professional – there is something for everyone.
Do you need to brush up on your interviewing or networking skills before the event? Maybe you want some pointers on how to dress for the big day – Stop by a Goodwill Career Center and we will prepare you to make a lasting first impression.
