New Haven’s Open Streets Festivals are meant to be enjoyed by people of all ages, abilities, and economic backgrounds to celebrate and embrace the Elm City’s rich diversity and culture by reimagining and experiencing streets as car-free public spaces to create, play, and have fun.
This year’s Open Streets Festivals will occur on Church Street, which will be closed between Chapel Street and Elm Street for the festivities which will occur on:
- Sunday, July 20 from 2 to 7 p.m.
- Sunday, July 27 from 2 to 7 p.m.
- Sunday, August 3 from 2 to 7 p.m.
Each Open Street Festival has been curated with a variety of events, activities, music, and food to engage people of all ages and include an open-air jazz café, bouncy houses for children, a bazaar, a basketball court, an interactive community art projects, a picnic area, and stage with entertainment ranging from DJs to dance troops. Entertainment is free, food trucks and vendors will also be onsite and will be offering items for purchase.
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