Music, Social, and Nightlife
First Friday
The first Friday of each month from 5:30-8 p.m.
Our signature social event features live music, art, food, spirits, and good friends. New Britain’s best Happy Hour, since 1995!
Art Happy Hour
Fridays in the summer, 5:30-8 p.m.
Enjoy live music on Thursday nights all summer long, with a front-row seat to the best view of Walnut Hill Park.
Fandom Fest
Celebrate illustration and the world of heroes vs. villains at Fandom Fest, inspired by the Museum's Robert Lesser Collection of Pulp Art. Featuring an arcade gaming zone, a cash bar with cocktails inspired by fandom classics, and vendors from across the state selling comics, collectables, and novelties!
Stay tuned for details about our next event.
Craft Sippin’ in New Britain
Saturday, February 28, 2026 ,6-9 p.m.
Enjoy tasting Connecticut’s finest craft beers at our yearly "Craft Sippin' in New Britain” event.
Winter Socials
Valentine's Day Brunch
Saturday, February 14, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Winter Social | Sea Tea Improv Comedy Show
Friday, February 20, 6-8 p.m.
Winter Social | Mixology Course
Friday, March 20, 5:30-8 p.m.
Winter Social | Low Strung
Friday, March 27, 5:30-8 p.m.
Museum After Dark | Halloween Party
Friday, October 24, 2025, 8-11 p.m.
Museum After Dark's annual Halloween Bash—Connecticut’s hottest Halloween party—returns for its 17th year to haunt the galleries of the NBMAA with spook-tacular dancing, dining, and drinks!
Sunday Music Series
The NBMAA’s longstanding monthly concert series features local & regional performances from a variety of musical genres.
Fryderyk Chopin Society of Connecticut
Internationally renowned pianists present the works of Fryderyk Chopin and other musical masters.