Manchester, CT · Weekend of 2026-08-14
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Weekend Game
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| Manchester, CT | Aug 14-16 |
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FRI
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80F
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SAT
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80F
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SUN
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80F
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Hartford Glows Under Clear Weekend Skies
With clear skies and temperatures holding steady at 80 degrees, the coming days offer an excellent environment for local exploration. The weekend earns a great rating, anchored by high-energy motorsports in Hartford and professional basketball in Uncasville.
Expect sunny conditions with highs reaching 80 degrees and lows in the upper 50s. The best time to be outdoors is Saturday late afternoon when skies are clear and the temperature is a pleasant 80 degrees.
If you only do one thing
This Glow-N-Fire motorsports event at PeoplesBank Arena in Hartford features high-intensity racing on Saturday morning. It is selected as the top choice because it offers a live visual spectacle that cannot be replicated by a home broadcast, providing a unique alternative to the weekend's televised professional sports matchups.
Tip: Plan to arrive at the arena before the 11:30 AM listed start time.
The Shortlist
Sat 1:00 PM · Mohegan Sun Arena (Uncasville)
A professional basketball matchup between the Connecticut Sun and the New York Liberty at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville.
Pro move: The game starts at 1:00 PM on Saturday, so allow time for the drive to Uncasville.
Sat 7:00 PM · Premier Theater at Foxwoods Resort Casino (Mashantucket)
A comedy tour stop featuring Nikki Glaser at the Premier Theater at Foxwoods Resort Casino in Mashantucket.
Pro move: Saturday showtime is listed at 7:00 PM.
Sat 6:10 PM · Dunkin Donuts Park (Hartford)
Professional baseball in Hartford with the Yard Goats hosting the Erie Sea Wolves at Dunkin Donuts Park.
Pro move: This Saturday evening game is listed for a 6:10 PM start.
Sat · Trinity Health Stadium (Hartford)
A soccer matchup between Hartford Athletic and Miami FC at Trinity Health Stadium in Hartford.
Pro move: Exact showtimes for this Saturday match were unconfirmed at press time.
Fri 8:00 PM · Daryl's House (Pawling) · $33.84-$45.17
Double Duran: The Ultimate Duran Duran Experience brings a pop tribute performance to Daryl's House in Pawling, NY.
Pro move: Tickets range from $33.84 to $45.17 for this Friday night show.
Choose Your Mode
Sporty
Hartford Yard Goats vs. Erie Sea Wolves · Catch professional baseball under the lights in Hartford this Friday night.
Night Out
Nikki Glaser: The Stunning Tour · Enjoy a comedy performance in Mashantucket on Friday evening.
Brandi Carlile - The Human Tour · Brandi Carlile brings a rock performance to Uncasville.
Free & Easy
Barnes & Noble Storytime · This free storytime is designed for toddlers, preschool, and elementary kids.
Weekend at a Glance
Sat 11:30 AM · Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire [Sports]
Sat 12:00 PM · Brunch: La Pompe Attack [Music]
Sat 1:00 PM · The Marshall Tucker Band [Music]
Sun 12:00 PM · WAVE Foxwoods Day Party [Sports]
Sun 1:10 PM · Hartford Yard Goats vs. Erie Sea Wolves [Sports]
Sun 7:00 PM · Correy Bell [Arts]
Plan Ahead
International Teaching Assistant Orientation (Orientation begins Monday for international teaching assistants.)
UConn Field Hockey at UMass Lowell (Exhibition) (UConn Field Hockey heads to Lowell for an exhibition match next Wednesday.)
At the Movies
The End of Oak Street · A mysterious cosmic event transports a suburban neighborhood to an unknown location.
PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie · The Paw Patrol must rescue a stranded pup on a mysterious dinosaur island.
All Wishes Come True! · Eight mortals use street smarts and schemes to defy powerful gods in this animated fantasy.
Streaming This Weekend
#1 The Idaho Murders: College Nightmare: Season 1 [Netflix] · A deep dive into a college campus tragedy that gripped the nation.
#2 Ransom Canyon: Season 2 [Netflix] · The second season of this series continues the drama in the ranching community.
#3 The Bombing of Pan Am 103: Limited Series [Netflix] · A limited series investigating a significant historical aviation event.
Enjoy the dark skies and the bright lights of the arena. Have a safe and exciting weekend.