Swing into one of Hartford's signature yearly events when you make plans to follow the Travelers Championship, held every June. This is the northeast's stop on the PGA tour and features some of the best golfers in the world as well as the Celebrity Pro-Am and a family-friendly Fan Zone. Everything tees off at TPC River Highlands, which is 6,844 yards of exceptional golf for a par 70 course located in Cromwell, just 10 miles south of Hartford. Fans and followers of the game know how challenging this course is, as it features a challenging mix of long and short holes.
Get a taste of Broadway without having to hop a train into New York City when you choose to take in a show at the Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts. Several big touring shows are regularly scheduled at this impressive entertainment venue that features state of the art sound and lighting within a classically designed theater that brims with a warm, vintage feel. Shows like Jersey Boys, Avenue Q, A Chorus Line and Phantom of the Opera are just a few examples of the type of top-drawer attractions that are frequently on the bill.
The kids will love exploring the world of art that is presented at the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art. Multimedia pieces, paintings and various collections feature the best of European art as well as several visually challenging works that range from the modern to the impressionistic. In addition to the many exhibits and attractions throughout the various galleries, the museum features an impressive schedule of events that include poetry readings, musical performances and much more.