50Cent,Home Run Derby X: 25+ things to do in CT this weekend, Aug. 11-13, 2023

Aug. 10—50 Cent

Hartford

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Actor and rapper 50 Cent will be performing at Xfinity Theatre with special guests Busta Rhymes and Jeremih on Friday. The "Final Lap" Tour will celebrate the "Get Rich Or Die Tryin'" album after 20 years since its release.

More information on the rapper here.

MLB Home Run Derby X

Hartford

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Major League Baseball's Home Run Derby X is coming to Dunkin' Park on Friday. New York Yankees' Nick Swisher, Boston Red Sox's Jonny Gomes and others will participate at the event.

More information on the baseball event here.

Incubus

Uncasville

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Michael Jackson's daughter, Paris Jackson, and BADFLOWER will be opening for Incubus at Mohegan Sun on Sunday.

More information on the concert here.

Hey Stamford! Food Festival

Stamford

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The Hey! Stamford Food Festival returns for a sixth time at Mill River Park starting this weekend and continues Aug. 18-20. The "Real Housewives of New Jersey" star Teresa Giudice will be making an appearance on Saturday to do a live Q&A and talk about her YouTube channel, "Cook With Love."

More information on the food festival here.

KC & The Sunshine Band

Mashantucket

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KC & The Sunshine Band will be taking on the Premier Theater stage at Foxwoods Resort Casino on Friday.

More information on the concert here.

Heather Mcdonald

Mashantucket

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Catch the comedy podcast "Juicy Scoop" with comedian and actress Heather McDonald live at Foxwoods Resort Casino on Friday.

More information on the show here.

Northeast Regional Puzzling Championships

Hartford

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The Northeast Regional Puzzling Championships at the University of Hartford on Saturday will give competitors a chance to solve puzzles for cash prizes.

More information on the competition here.

Alter Bridge

Mashantucket

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Rock band Alter Bridge will be performing on the Premier Theater stage at Foxwoods Resort Casino on Saturday.

More information on the rock concert here.

Visit a lake

All around Connecticut

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Connecticut's bodies of water offer spots to swim, boat, paddle out on the open water or cast a line in hopes of reeling in a fish. While some are reserved for town residents only, many are open to the general public.

More information about what you can do at the state's lakes here.

Legion of Skanks

Mashantucket

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The "most offensive podcast on Earth" is coming to Foxwoods Resort Casino on Saturday. Stand up comedians Big Jay Oakerson, Luis J. Gomez and Dave Smith host their podcast Legion of Skanks live on stage.

More information on the comedy show here.

The O'Jays

Mashantucket

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Check out The O'Jays during their final tour on Sunday at Foxwoods Resort Casino.

More information on the concert here.

Tony Woods

Bridgeport

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Comedian Tony Woods will be taking on the stage at Vinnie Brand's Stress Factory on Friday.

More information on the comedian here.

Beyond King Tut: The Immersive Experience

Hartford

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An exhibit spotlighting the life of King Tutankhaten, commonly known as King Tut, is coming to the Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford from starting this weekend through Oct. 15.

More information about the experience here.

'Elegy for a Fallen Angel'

Madison

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"Elegy for a Fallen Angel" will make its world premiere at Madison Lyric Stage Saturday and Sunday. The play, which was written by the theater's artistic director Marc Deaton, tells the story of a child facing neglect and abandonment.

More information about the play here.

Danny Lopriore

Bridgeport

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Podcast host, social media star and comedian Danny Lopriore will be making people laugh at Vinnie Brand's Stress Factory on Saturday.

More information on the comedy show here.

Andrew Dismukes

Stamford

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Comedian, actor and writer Andrew Dismukes from "Saturday Night Live" will be at Stamford's New York Comedy Club on Saturday.

More information on the show here.

Goo Goo Dolls

Bridgeport

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The Goo Goo Dolls rock bank will be coming to the Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater on Sunday.

More information about the Goo Goo Dolls here.

Made in Connecticut Expo

Hartford

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The Made in Connecticut Expo is bringing 150 Connecticut-based vendors to Berlin on Saturday and Sunday.

More information on the expo here.

Glow in the Park at The Adventure Park

Bridgeport, Storrs

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The Adventure Parks in Storrs and the Discovery Museum in Bridgeport will be filled with lights until Aug. 26 that illuminate the path for guests as they zipline through the trees.

More information about the Glow in the Park at The Adventure Park here.

Hikes and trails

All across Connecticut

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Many parks and trails across the state are open, giving Nutmeggers over 2,000 miles to explore.

Check out our guide to the state's picturesque landscapes here.

Podunk Bluegrass Festival

Goshen

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The Podunk Bluegrass Festival at the Goshen Fairgrounds will feature musicians like Steep Canyon Rangers, Authentic Unlimited and Full Cord this weekend.

More information about the festival here.

Bombazo and Barrio Arts Festival

Waterbury

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The second annual Bombazo and Barrio Arts Festival will be taking place at the Silas Bronson Library on Saturday. The festival celebrates Afro Caribbean Culture.

More information on the festival here.

West Indian Independence Celebration

Hartford

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The 61st West Indian Independence Celebration will be taking place at Bushnell Park on Sunday. The event will feature a parade, live music, food and more.

More information on the parade and concert here.

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live

Hartford

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Monster trucks will be revving their engines and competing against each other at the XL Center on Saturday and Sunday.

More information about the trucks here.

Watch a polo tournament

Across Connecticut

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As polo season continues in Connecticut, there are plenty of games each weekend to attend around the state. The events will feature food, music and more.

More information on polo here.

Take an equine therapy session

All across CT

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Several farms throughout the state offer therapy sessions with horses that aim to help individuals heal.

Here are some places to find equine therapy in Connecticut.

Places to have tea

Across Connecticut

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Let's slow down, savor a scone and take a sip of a warm, soothing cup of tea at any of these six Connecticut tea houses this weekend.

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Clifford the Big Red Dog Sunflower Maze open at Lyman Orchards

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Mexican singer Luis Miguel to perform at Mohegan Sun