I-95 Northbound lane shifts near the Q Bridge may cause minor delays for those heading toward East Haven.
⚡ If You Only Do One Thing
Easter Brunch & Skyline Views at John Davenport’s
Sunday, April 5, 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM
"It is the premier indoor Easter experience in the city, offering floor-to-ceiling views of the Green and Long Island Sound, keeping you warm regardless of the April rain."
PRO TIP: Book your reservation via OpenTable by Wednesday; the window-side tables for the 11:30 AM slot fill first.
Friday, Apr 3, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM • 121 Wall St, New Haven
A rare chance to see the Gutenberg Bible and Audubon’s Birds of America in an architectural marvel.
Best For: Culture seekers and history buffs. • Cost: Free
The State House Live: Electronic Showcase
Saturday, Apr 4, 8:00 PM • 310 State St, New Haven
An intimate venue known for high-quality acoustics featuring regional synthesist talent.
Best For: Nightlife and music enthusiasts. • Cost: $15 - $25
East Rock Park: The Giant Steps Hike
Saturday, Apr 4, 10:00 AM • East Rock Park (Orange St Entrance)
A vigorous vertical hike to the Soldiers and Sailors Monument for the best panorama of the city.
Best For: Active residents and photographers. • Cost: Free
Choose Your Mode
Mode: Quiet & Refined
Afternoon Tea at The Study at Yale$45
Saturday, 2:00 PM • Chapel Street District
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Tip: Valet parking at the hotel is the most stress-free option for Chapel St.
Mode: Family Adventure
The Super Mario Bros. Movie 2 (Opening Weekend)$14 - $18
Saturday, 1:30 PM Matinee • Bow Tie Criterion Cinemas
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Tip: Validate your parking ticket at the theater for discounted rates in the Temple Street Garage.
Weekend at a Glance
Friday Night
Dinner at BAR (New Haven Style)
Dining
Saturday Morning
CitySeed Farmers Market (Wooster Sq)
Local Goods
Sunday Morning
Easter Service at United Church on the Green
Community
⚠️ Logistics Watch Outs
Easter Sunday Closures
Sunday, April 5, Downtown New Haven
Assume local independent boutiques and cafes like Claire's Corner Copia may be closed; check social media before heading out.
Temple Street Traffic
Saturday Matinee hours near the cinema
Arrive 20 minutes early as garage entry can bottleneck during blockbuster opening weekends.
🍿 Movies
Top Box Office
The Super Mario Bros. Movie 2 (PG): The highly anticipated sequel to the 2023 hit, following Mario and Luigi on a new quest through the Mushroom Kingdom.
Project Hail Mary (PG-13): Ryan Gosling stars in this adaptation of Andy Weir's sci-fi novel about a lone astronaut trying to save humanity.
The Wolfman (R): Blumhouse's modern reimagining of the classic monster tale, continuing its strong box office run from earlier this year.
New This Weekend
The Super Mario Bros. Movie 2 (PG): Nationwide US release on April 3, 2026. This is the definitive family event of the spring.
📅 Plan Ahead
Date
Event
Action
May 22, 2026
Avengers: Doomsday Premiere
High - Tickets likely to go on sale 4 weeks in advance.
