Welcome to New Haven, Connecticut.
Birthplace of the Frisbee, the lollipop, and the hamburger sandwich.
Where gallery art spills into the streets, brunch lingers into happy hour, and park days lead to curtain calls.
Where storefronts surprise, flavor rewrites tradition, and a single slice says it all.
We’ve been on the grid since 1638 and charring pizza since 1925.
Keep scrolling for fun facts, what’s happening, what’s new, and what’s around the corner in the Elm City.
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Your monthly dispatch for what’s new, what’s happening, and what’s hiding in plain sight.
On the Blog: Who Knew?
Pull back the curtain on the people, places, and quirks that give New Haven its spark. From chefs sharing recipes and shopkeepers spotting trends to directors sharing inspiration and the surprisingly rooted story behind the Elm City, it is a deeper look at the city you thought you knew. Start reading, and prepare to say “who knew?”
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Plot Your Plans.
Our official New Haven calendar is where your plans are made.
Info New Haven Calendar
Discover something new, rediscover an old favorite, it’s all here.
Choose Your Square: The Grid Guide.
Consider this your quick launchpad into New Haven. Nine clear ways to dive in, each one a path to something delicious, inspiring, or unexpected. Use it to get oriented, then follow your curiosity.
Tap into Our Grid.
Streets, people, & sunsets. Follow along and find your next stop.
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Tomorrow we`re taking the Lunar New Year celebration into the streets with Yale-China’s Lunarfest Parade.
All the info you need is here👇
➡️ Where: Whitney-Audubon District
➡️ When: Saturday, February 21st at 10am
➡️ Who: Family-friendly!
➡️ What: Traditional lion dances, cultural workshops, wushu performances, Dragon Market, zodiac scavenger hunt
For more info on celebrating Lunarfest in New Haven head to the link in bio.
National Pizza Day isn’t just a food holiday in New Haven. It’s personal.
This is the birthplace of apizza, where coal-fired ovens run hot, crusts come out charred just right, and pizza loyalty is a lifelong commitment. Today we’re celebrating the pies that put the Elm City on the global pizza map.
Why New Haven pizza is different:
🍕 Apizza dates back to Italian immigrants in the early 1900s
🍕 Coal-fired ovens = high heat, thin crust, signature char
🍕 The tomato pie came before mozzarella-heavy styles
🍕 The white clam pie became a national icon
🍕 Simple ingredients, serious opinions
Swipe through the slices, celebrate National Pizza Day the New Haven way, and tell us which pie you’re backing.
For all things New Haven apizza, head to the link in bio.🍕
New Haven makes celebrating love easy.♥️
👉 Swipe for inspo your Valentine is sure to love.
For more ideas (including creative experiences) head to the link in bio.
Do you already have your Valentine’s Day plans set?
The Millennial urge to sing, "Hey Mr. Cookbop-boppity-bop! We like-a the way you boppity-bop!"
Anyone else? No? So just us...cool, cool. 😎
Anywho, have you bopped into Mr. Cookbop lately? Once inside, the bold Korean flavors and serious sizzle help you forget the chilly temps outside. With customizable rice bowls, seasoned proteins, and signature sauces, this spot packs a flavorful punch.
👉 Swipe through to see why it has become a go-to for lunch and dinner in the Elm City.
Mr. Cookbop [boppity-bop]
📍128 Crown St, New Haven, CT
February temps may be cold, but New Haven events are heating up.🔥
What kind of events do you like hearing about?
Happy birthday, New Haven. 🎉
On January 21, 1784, the State of Connecticut officially approved the city’s charter, giving the Elm City its formal start and setting the stage for everything that’s followed.
From a carefully planned nine-square grid to a reputation for world-famous pizza, groundbreaking ideas, and serious cultural influence, New Haven has never been just one thing. It’s a college town, a food city, an arts hub, and a place where history and creativity continue to collide.
A few fun facts worth celebrating today:
🌳 NHV is home to the first public park in the U.S.
🏟️ The Yale Bowl helped shape modern stadiums.
🍕 And yes, our pizza really is that famous.
Swipe through for some of our favorite looks at the Elm City through the years, and help us wish New Haven a very happy birthday. 🥳
#NHV #Connecticut
