Hey New Haven! 🌟 Alder Mandy and Chris Freimuth here, and we have an incredible Saturday lined up for you!

🌈 New Haven Pride

• Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• Location: Corner of Crown St & Orange St
• Details: Live music, tons of local vendors, and plenty of fun!

🎨 Evening Art Bazaar

• Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• Location: Russo Park in Wooster Square (562 Chapel St, or on Wooster Street right by the arch)
• Details: Live music, mandala art, plus live demos in pottery, metalsmithing, and drawing!

Spend the afternoon celebrating Pride and cap off the night surrounded by local art at the park. See you there!

The Wooster Square Art Bazaar is back by popular demand but we need the most important ingredient: our local talent.

Space is filling up fast, but we want to ensure our neighborhood’s makers, creators, and artists are front and center. This is your official invitation to showcase your work at the second Wooster Square Art Bazaar.

Whether you specialize in paintings, clothing, or festive crafts, we want to feature your unique creations.

Artist Application Details

• Event Date: October 3, 2026 (5:00 PM – 10:00 PM)
• Location: Russo Park, Wooster Square
• Application Deadline: September 4, 2026

Because the event is just a few weeks away, the deadline to secure your spot this Saturday!

Let’s work together to show everyone the incredible creative spirit that defines Wooster Square. Click the link below to submit your application before the deadline.

TO APPLY: Please email woostersqartbazaar@gmail.com

The Art Bazaar is happening tonight! Saturday, June 20, from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM at Russo Park, Wooster Square. Come celebrate Summer Solstice Eve - shop, eat, and enjoy the park with friends and family!

The evening kicks off right at 5:00 PM with a performance by a wonderful local singer. Come see the local art, explore the bazaar, and enjoy a beautiful evening together. This is a true neighborhood-style event, and it wouldn’t be the same without you.

Important Traffic & Safety Update

To ensure the safety of our patrons and create a pedestrian-friendly space, DePalma Court will be shut down starting at 3:00 PM today. Please plan your travel and parking accordingly.

Food & Dining Tips

The bazaar is located just steps away from the amazing dining destinations that make our neighborhood famous. We encourage everyone to support our incredible local businesses by grabbing dinner, drinks, or dessert. We’ve let them know you’re coming!

You can plan a sit-down dinner before the music, grab takeout to bring directly to the park, or visit a walk-up window for a treat. Our local lineup includes iconic spots such as Consiglio’s, Gioia, Libby’s, Pepe’s, Sally’s, Tre Scalini, Pasta Eatliana, and Zeneli Pizzeria.

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Whether you are looking for a full dinner, world-renowned pizza, classic Italian ice, pastries, or gelato, there is truly something for everyone to enjoy.

What to Bring

To ensure you are comfortable for the whole evening, please bring along your favorite picnic blankets or lawn chairs. Grab a spot, relax, and take in the vibrant community atmosphere.

What’s in Store

The night features over 20 local artisans—including 14 from Wooster Square—selling handmade pottery, custom jewelry, vintage clothing, vinyl records, candles, and original artwork. Live music kicks off at 5:00 PM with a local singer, followed by a seamless lineup of live jazz, electronic synth-wave, and acoustic sessions. Families can also enjoy face painting, live portrait painting, an interactive mobile art display, and a Revolutionary War-themed photo booth hosted by A Broken Umbrella Theatre Company.

A Special Thank You

Thank you to Wooster Square Conservancy and Historic Wooster Square Association for your support to help make this happen!

This inaugural night market is all about celebrating local creativity, reactivating our shared public space, and strengthening our community bonds.

Grab your friends, your family, and your neighbors—let’s make this Summer Solstice Eve a night to remember. 

See you tonight at 5:00 PM!

We are throwing an incredible night market party right in Russo Park, and you absolutely do not want to miss it. Mark your calendars for next weekend to help us welcome the change of the season under the evening sky! Supported by Wooster Square Conservancy. 

Event Details

• When: Saturday, June 20, from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
• Where: Russo Park, Wooster Square
• What to Bring: Grab a picnic blanket or your favorite comfy lawn chair so you can stake out a spot, relax, and fully take in the vibrant neighborhood vibes or make a reservation

What’s in Store For the Night 20+ Confirmed Local Artisans

Shop directly from an amazing roster of homegrown creators. The market features:

• Handmade pottery, ceramics, and stained glass
• Custom jewelry, vintage clothing, and textiles
• Pop-up vinyl records and paper arts
• Herbal apothecaries, skincare, and custom candles
• Abstract line art, original watercolor paintings, art prints, crystals, stickers, and more!

Live Music & Performances

The entertainment kicks off at 5:00 PM sharp with a wonderful opening act with a beautiful singer. Enjoy a dynamic, seamless lineup featuring:

• A featured local neighborhood singer
• A professional live jazz session
• Atmospheric electronic and synth-wave sets
• Intimate acoustic sessions throughout the night

World-Class Food Steps Away

Make a whole evening out of it! The bazaar is located steps away from the incredible, historic dining destinations that make Wooster Square famous. Support our local businesses by grabbing dinner, drinks, or dessert from any of our phenomenal neighborhood spots, including Consiglio's, Gioia, Libby's, Pepe's, Sally's, Tre Scalini, and Zeneli Pizzeria. Whether you are looking for sit-down dining, rooftop views, a walk-up gelato window, classic Italian ice, pastries, or world-renowned pizza, the neighborhood has something for everyone.

Interactive Art & Family Fun

• A Broken Umbrella Theatre Company Photo Booth: Snap a historic Revolutionary War-themed memory!
• Live Artistry: Get a custom portrait painting done on the spot or marvel at an interactive mobile art display.
• Kids' Activities: Bring the family along for face painting and a welcoming community atmosphere.

This inaugural night market is all about celebrating local creativity, reactivating our shared public space, and strengthening our community bonds.

Grab your friends, your family, and your neighbors—let’s make this Summer Solstice Eve a night to remember. See you in the park!