New Haven Night Market returns May 16 with 100+ vendors, live events in 9th square

New Haven Night Market returns May 16 with 100+ vendors, live events in 9th Square

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The New Haven Night Market returns to downtown NHV’s historic 9th Square Neighborhood for a spring celebration Friday, May 16th, 5-10PM!

This spring’s Night Market features 100+ vendors and more “Happenings” than ever before — a dynamic showcase of artists, entrepreneurs, small businesses, food, drink, art, music, culture, and causes. Partnering with the event, 9th Square businesses will stay open late, with some offering exclusive Night Market Promos for one night only.

Some featured Happenings include…

• CITA Park reopens for its second spring season! Connecticut’s first Black-led outdoor beer garden will host live DJ sets all night, plus four BIPOC-owned food vendors, games, and more.

• In honor of AAPI Heritage Month, we’re continuing our partnership with aapi NHV to curate a 10-vendor AAPI Pop-Up Market.

• Spins & Spirits at 116 Cocktail Bar: Little Lion Collective spins vinyl in this new hi-fi-inspired bar.

• Strange Ways x New Haven Pizza Club: A pizza-themed pop-up gallery featuring exclusive merch drops and a giant slice photo op.

• Game Zone at Square 10: A family-friendly & sensory-friendly activation with food trucks, lawn games, and a lower-stimulation environment, hosted in partnership with Anthem Apartments.

• Flash tattoos in Pitkin Plaza from Showoff Ink Artistry (pizza designs available!).

• New Haven Pride Center’s “Rooted in Pride, United in Community”: an art gallery showcasing 10 LGBTQ+ artists.

• Official Night Market Merch: tote bags and posters designed by three local artists.

• Official After-Party at Café Nine: Dance late into the night in celebration of spring and the Elm City!

• Paws & Pictures Pup-Up Photo Spot, presented by Elm City Vet – perfect for pet pics.

• Hammers for Hunger with Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen – test your strength and support their mission.

The Night Market Stage will feature the following amazing performances: 5PM – Wes Lewis Quartet 6PM – New Haven Chinese Cultural Cooperative | 7PM – East Rock Brass Band | 8PM – OK Company 9-10PM – DJ Shaki

We’re thrilled to announce the addition of a Summer 2025 New Haven Night Market! Thanks to the support of our Night Market Entertainment Sponsors the City of New Haven’s Economic Development Association, Town Green District (DowntownNHV) will host a July 2025 Night Market on Chapel Street for the very first time. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more info!

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