Valentine's Day Celebrations & Gifts
From romantic dinners for two to thoughtful gifts and sparkling finds, Historic Downtown New Haven is a walkable destination filled with standout restaurants, local boutiques, and national retailers.
Lunarfest Parade in the Whitney-Audubon District
Celebrate Lunarfest 2026, the Year of the Horse, on Saturday, February 21 at 10am with a lion dance parade on Whitney Avenue and festivities throughout Downtown New Haven, Connecticut’s largest Lunar New Year celebration.
Appetizer & Dessert Crawls
Join us on Saturdays, April 18, May 2 & June 13 for Downtown New Haven's largest food crawl series, the 7th Annual Appetizer & Dessert Crawl with appetizer and dessert tastings from some of Downtown New Haven's most popular restaurants.
Dog Adoption on Broadway Island
The Robin I. Kroogman New Haven Animal Shelter, The Friends of The New Haven Animal Shelter and North Shore Animal League America will be visiting Broadway Island on May 2, 2026 from 12:00pm to 3:00pm with select dogs available for adoption and information regarding additional animals.
Salsa Under the Stars
Every Monday Night | 7:30 PM | FREE! Presented by the Yale Salsa Society Get ready to turn up the heat this summer with Salsa Under the Stars — an electrifying outdoor dance experience you won’t want to miss!
Mother's Day
Surprise her with a custom or ready-to-wear piece. Find the perfect Mother’s Day gift in historic Downtown New Haven at The Shops at Yale—from fresh flowers and locally made treasures to sparkling jewelry and unique fashion collections, you’ll find it here. Explore all the retailers and restaurants at The Shops at Yale and in the Whitney-Audubon District.
Father's Day
Surprise him with a gift he’ll cherish. Celebrate Dad with something special from The Shops at Yale. Whether you’re searching for handcrafted leather wallets, stylish clothing, rare books, the hottest sneakers, or cutting-edge electronics, you’ll discover it all at one destination. The wallet and tie shown above are from Raggs, 1020 Chapel Street.
Free Ice Cream with Retail Purchase
Free Ice Cream with Retail Purchase of $50 or more August 7-23, 2026! Spend $50 or more at one of the participating retailers at The Shops at Yale & in the Whitney-Audubon District listed below and receive a free ice cream (cup) at the New Haven locations of Ashley’s Ice Cream, Arethusa Farm Dairy or Vía Láctea. Offer valid from..