Bridgeport News & Updates

Centerbranch Church in Bridgeport will host a free Christmas concert on December 24th at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. A candle-lit service will follow the concert.

Connecticut is offering a variety of festive fun this weekend, including the Fantasy of Lights in New Haven and gingerbread workshops. There are also holiday theater performances scheduled across the state.

A 'Cookies with Santa' event in Bridgeport aims to bring holiday cheer to children affected by addiction and incarceration. This event provides a fun holiday experience for these children.

The Connecticut Gay Men's Chorus is performing their joyous holiday show at the Downtown Cabaret in Bridgeport. This event features funny and harmony-filled music from a beloved Christmas special.

An estate sale in Shelton will feature Christmas decorations, a generator, and other great items perfect for holiday gifts. The sale is scheduled for December 13th.

Connecticut brothers have refreshed the iconic 'A Christmas Story' house, adding a new roof and other touches. The article mentions the federal courthouse in Bridgeport in passing.

Parishioners at Koinonia John the Baptist Church in Bridgeport have kicked off a holiday fundraising effort. The funds are needed to replace a broken furnace.

A Holiday Hoedown event is scheduled for December 14th in Easton, CT, known as the Christmas Capital of CT. Attendees can visit Sport Hill Farm as part of the festivities.

A Holiday Hoedown event is scheduled for December 14th in Easton, CT, known as the Christmas Capital of CT. Attendees can visit Sport Hill Farm as part of the festivities.

A Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet is scheduled to take place in Norwalk, CT. This event is open to the public and offers a festive meal to celebrate the holiday.

First Church Congregational of Fairfield, CT is hosting a Christmas Eve Worship service. All are welcome to attend this holiday celebration.

A 'Colossal Kielbasa: Classic Christmas Platters' event is happening, featuring homemade Polish/American Christmas classics. The event is located in Stratford, CT, with mentions of nearby Bridgeport, CT.

Bridgeport residents gathered to celebrate the annual Christmas parade, with the Bridgeport High School Marching Band providing festive music. The event brought the community together for a holiday celebration.

A study calculated the high cost of Whoville's Christmas lights if they used Connecticut's electricity rates. The fictional town's holiday lights would cost over $200.

A study estimated the cost of Whoville's Christmas lights using Connecticut's energy prices, finding it would exceed $200. Norwalk has over 60,000 Christmas lights synchronized to music.

The Bridgeport Christmas Parade is scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday, December 6th. The parade will start near Oliverio's Ristorante and Fourth Street, proceeding westward.

The 12th Annual Artist's Holiday Show and Open House will be held in Trumbull, CT. This event is associated with "Christmas at the Burr Mansion."

St. Joseph's Church in Woonsocket presents "A Christmas Concert" on Sunday, December 14th at 3 PM. This event is part of Connecticut Magazine's event listings.

Bars across Connecticut are preparing for SantaCon celebrations in 2025. The Bridgeport crawl is scheduled to begin on December 19th at 5 p.m.

Experience Christmas in the Mansion at Lauralton Hall by strolling through decorated halls and touring the historic Victorian Gothic mansion. Visitors can also shop for unique items during this festive event.

Connecticut may be heading toward a higher chance of a white Christmas this year. New NOAA long-range outlooks show a potential for snow around the holiday season.

This event is a virtual Winter Solstice New Moon Gathering. It is presented by Connecticut Magazine and CT Insider.

Connecticut cities are buzzing with festive cheer as the holiday season begins, encouraging safe shopping practices. This event highlights the start of the Christmas season and offers tips for shoppers.

This parade offers floats with Christmas themes and music, including a performance from the CT. Fife & Drums Corps. This tradition has been running for years.

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations. This event is happening in Bridgeport.

Connecticut law still prohibits alcohol sales on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. This long-standing regulation is the reason behind the ban on these major holidays.

Singer-songwriter Lisa Loeb will be performing at this year's Soundside Music Festival in Bridgeport. The event will feature Christmas music, offering a festive experience for attendees.

Trumbull is hosting a Christmas Tree Lighting event featuring mass and music. This event is scheduled to take place in the Bridgeport, CT area.

Local actor Mike Rose will perform his one-man show of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. The performance will take place at Lyric Hall in Westville on December 7th.

The upcoming holiday season in Connecticut, including areas like Bridgeport, promises exciting musical performances. Residents can look forward to a variety of Christmas and winter holiday concerts.

The Old Farmer's Almanac is offering its predictions for whether Connecticut will experience a white Christmas in 2025. This forecast will help snow lovers anticipate the holiday weather.

Join the Connecticut River Museum and the Essex Historical Society for a full day of holiday fun. This event is part of the 'Trees in the Rigging' celebration.

Connecticut's holiday season is beginning with various events across the state. This weekend features a parade in Stamford, lights in New Haven, and a train show in Essex.

The classic tale 'A Christmas Carol' will be performed for a limited engagement. This production was previously seen in New York City at the Theatre at Madison Square Garden.

Camerata d'Amici will present a Christmas concert. This event is part of Connecticut Magazine's event listings.

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey are bringing 'The Greatest Show On Earth' to Bridgeport. Prepare for an unforgettable party experience at the Total Mortgage Arena.