Free Live Music in Hartford

19 upcoming concerts and live music events

Discover free performances across Hartford. Venues and dates updated daily.

Tonight This Weekend

Elizabeth Park Summer Concert Series

Elizabeth Park Rose Garden · West End

Sun, Jun 28 · 6:30pm

via Elizabeth Park Conservancy View listing

Moto

Elizabeth Park Rose Garden · West End

Thu, Jul 2 · 6:30pm

via Elizabeth Park Conservancy View listing

Elizabeth Park Summer Concert Series

Elizabeth Park Rose Garden · West End

Sun, Jul 5 · 6:30pm

via Elizabeth Park Conservancy View listing

Number Nine: Beatles Tribute Band

Elizabeth Park Rose Garden · West End

Thu, Jul 9 · 6:30pm

via Elizabeth Park Conservancy View listing

Le'Mixx Band

Elizabeth Park Rose Garden · West End

Thu, Jul 16 · 6:30pm

via Elizabeth Park Conservancy View listing

Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz

Bushnell Park · Hartford

via Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz View listing

Michael Carabello

Bushnell Park · Downtown

Fri, Jul 17 · 6:00pm

via Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz View listing

The Lost Tribe

Bushnell Park · Downtown

Fri, Jul 17 · 8:00pm

via Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz View listing

Nelson Bello featuring Luisito Quintero & Antologia

Bushnell Park · Downtown

Fri, Jul 17 · 10:00pm

via Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz View listing

GHFJ All Stars featuring Brian Simpson, Kim Waters, Jazmin Ghent & Ragan Whiteside

Bushnell Park · Downtown

Sat, Jul 18 · 8:30pm

via Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz View listing

Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz

Bushnell Park · Hartford

via Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz View listing

Andréa Lisa & Rebecca Jade

Bushnell Park · Downtown

Sat, Jul 18 · 6:30pm

via Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz View listing

Jessy J

Bushnell Park · Downtown

Sat, Jul 18 · 4:30pm

via Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz View listing

Carl Allen presents A Jazz Message

Bushnell Park · Downtown

Sun, Jul 19 · 8:30pm

via Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz View listing

Lakecia Benjamin and Phoenix

Bushnell Park · Downtown

Sun, Jul 19 · 6:30pm

via Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz View listing

Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz

Bushnell Park · Hartford

via Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz View listing

Gene Bozzi and Jazz & Strings

Elizabeth Park Rose Garden · West End

Thu, Jul 23 · 6:30pm

via Elizabeth Park Conservancy View listing

Elizabeth Park Summer Concert Series

Elizabeth Park Rose Garden · West End

Sun, Aug 2 · 6:30pm

via Elizabeth Park Conservancy View listing

Elizabeth Park Summer Concert Series

Elizabeth Park Rose Garden · West End

Sun, Aug 9 · 6:30pm

via Elizabeth Park Conservancy View listing

Recurring Concert Series in Hartford

Elizabeth Park Summer Concert Series4 shows Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz3 shows

Free Live Music in Hartford

Hartford has 19 free concerts coming up, including Elizabeth Park Summer Concert Series and Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz. All events are completely free — no tickets, no cover charges.

Shows take place at Bushnell Park and Elizabeth Park Rose Garden and other venues across West End, Downtown, and Hartford. Events run through August 2026.

Genres include Jazz, Rock, and R&B and more.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are there free concerts in Hartford this weekend?: Yes — check our free concerts in Hartford this weekend page for the current weekend's shows. All events are free to attend with no tickets or cover charge.
Where can I see free live music in Hartford?: Popular free music venues in Hartford include Bushnell Park, Elizabeth Park Rose Garden. Browse all Hartford venues for a full list.
Do I need tickets for free concerts in Hartford?: Most free concerts in Hartford are walk-up free — no tickets or reservation needed, just show up. Some events are free RSVP, which is noted on each listing.
What kinds of music are at free concerts in Hartford?: Free concerts in Hartford cover a wide range of genres including Jazz, Rock, R&B, and more. Check individual listings for genre details.
How often are new free concerts added for Hartford?: This page is updated daily as new events are announced. Current listings run through August 2026.