Stella Blues
For over 16 years, Stella Blues has been New Haven’s unpretentious home for live music, cold drinks, and community connection. Rooted in the improvisational spirit of the Grateful Dead, Stella has long served as a launchpad for rising jam bands and genre-bending artists—hosting early performances from now-national acts like Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, Goose, Twiddle, Baked Shrimp and more.
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Today · Saturday, September 5
at8:00 AM EDT
DJElectronic
Soul Selektah hosts a community-driven house music pop-up celebrating electronic dance culture with local DJs and dancers.
This Wednesday · Wednesday, September 9
at8:00 PM EDT
Open Mic
Tuesday open mic with house band backing and full backline support. Open jam slots available; potential for future bookings.
This Weekend · Saturday, September 12
at9:00 PM EDT
Live MusicJazzFunkElectronic
Live band performance featuring saxophone, drums, keys, guitar, and decks with a dance-friendly vibe led by Jacob Raccuia, Tomiie Aldo, Paul Harris, and Chris Sellas.
Next Monday · Monday, September 14
at8:00 PM EDT
DJElectronic
Luna Rouge, Bella Beat Bug & WitchWav3Z bring fun pop-EDM goodness to the dancefloor.
at3:00 PM EDT
Games
FREE POOL EVERY MONDAY!Reg.Happy Hour Deals then at 8pm $6 Pickle Backs$2 off Grateful Deads$10 Boiler Makers
Next Tuesday · Tuesday, September 15
at8:00 PM EDT
Open MicHip-Hop
Hip-hop open mic for MCs, producers, and vocalists to share their craft and network. Free entry, second Monday monthly.
Next Wednesday · Wednesday, September 16
at8:00 PM EDT
Open Mic
Tuesday open mic with house band backing and full backline support. Open jam slots available; potential for future bookings.
Next Thursday · Thursday, September 17
at8:00 PM EDT
Live MusicReggaeRock
Stella Blues House Band brings great vibes with jams spanning soul, reggae, and classic rock favorites. No cover charge!
Next Friday · Friday, September 18
at8:00 PM EDT
Live MusicJamFunk
Cliffside Push delivers the Northeast's ultimate live Phish experience with machine-gun shredding, exploratory jams, and down-and-dirty funk grooves.
In 2 weeks · Saturday, September 19
at8:00 PM EDT
Live MusicIndieElectronicPunk
Rising Connecticut indie pop band Internet Tears blends synth-punk and '80s/'90s influences with infectious, glowing compositions exploring self-empowerment and relationships.
In 3 weeks · Sunday, September 20
at8:00 PM EDT
DJElectronic
Crash the Decks Exhibition Round features teams of DJs and live drummers battling for supremacy with genre-bending mixes and explosive percussion.
In 3 weeks · Monday, September 21
at8:00 PM EDT
DJElectronic
A deep house and techno journey inspired by UK and Berlin club culture with hypnotic, immersive late-night atmosphere.
at3:00 PM EDT
Games
FREE POOL EVERY MONDAY!Reg.Happy Hour Deals then at 8pm $6 Pickle Backs$2 off Grateful Deads$10 Boiler Makers
In 3 weeks · Wednesday, September 23
at8:00 PM EDT
Open MicJamFunkR&B
Weekly Tuesday night open mic with Stella Blues House Band backing performers. 10-15 minute slots plus open jam sessions; full backline and instruments available.
In 3 weeks · Friday, September 25
at8:00 PM EDT
Live MusicFunkJamR&B
2024 NPR Tiny Desk Contest alumni The Moose Knuckles showcase their own sound with deep-pocket grooves, soulful improvisation, and funk-infused jams.
In 3 weeks · Saturday, September 26
at8:30 PM EDT
DJHip-HopElectronic
A dual-bar experience blending retro gaming with lofi hip-hop and upbeat dance music. Two distinct vibes in one unforgettable night.
In 4 weeks · Monday, September 28
at3:00 PM EDT
Games
FREE POOL EVERY MONDAY!Reg.Happy Hour Deals then at 8pm $6 Pickle Backs$2 off Grateful Deads$10 Boiler Makers
In 4 weeks · Wednesday, September 30
at8:00 PM EDT
Open MicJamFunkR&B
Weekly Tuesday night open mic with Stella Blues House Band backing performers. 10-15 minute slots plus open jam sessions; full backline and instruments available.
In 5 weeks · Sunday, October 4
In 5 weeks · Monday, October 5
at3:00 PM EDT
Games
FREE POOL EVERY MONDAY!Reg.Happy Hour Deals then at 8pm $6 Pickle Backs$2 off Grateful Deads$10 Boiler Makers
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
at8:00 PM EDT
Open MicJamFunkR&B
Weekly Tuesday night open mic with Stella Blues House Band backing performers. 10-15 minute slots plus open jam sessions; full backline and instruments available.
Monday, October 12, 2026
at3:00 PM EDT
Games
FREE POOL EVERY MONDAY!Reg.Happy Hour Deals then at 8pm $6 Pickle Backs$2 off Grateful Deads$10 Boiler Makers
at6:00 PM EDT
Open MicHip-Hop
Hip-hop open mic every second Monday for rappers, MCs, and producers to share craft, network, and build community. No cover, sign up at 6 PM.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
at8:00 PM EDT
Open MicJamFunkR&B
Weekly Tuesday night open mic with Stella Blues House Band backing performers. 10-15 minute slots plus open jam sessions; full backline and instruments available.
Monday, October 19, 2026
at8:00 PM EDT
DJElectronic
Halloween-themed underground rave featuring industrial techno, heavy basslines, and sweaty dance floor energy.
at3:00 PM EDT
Games
FREE POOL EVERY MONDAY!Reg.Happy Hour Deals then at 8pm $6 Pickle Backs$2 off Grateful Deads$10 Boiler Makers
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
at8:00 PM EDT
Open MicJamFunkR&B
Weekly Tuesday night open mic with Stella Blues House Band backing performers. 10-15 minute slots plus open jam sessions; full backline and instruments available.
Saturday, October 24, 2026
at8:30 PM EDT
DJHip-HopElectronic
Beats, Bits & Bytes combines retro video game systems with lofi hip-hop vibes in the front and upbeat dance music in the back.
Monday, October 26, 2026
at3:00 PM EDT
Games
FREE POOL EVERY MONDAY!Reg.Happy Hour Deals then at 8pm $6 Pickle Backs$2 off Grateful Deads$10 Boiler Makers
Saturday, October 31, 2026
at8:00 PM EDT
Live MusicPunkIndie
The Paper Suns headline a Halloween edition of Emo Night with live music, costume competition, and nostalgic singalongs in the Elm City.
Sunday, November 1, 2026
at8:00 PM EDT
DJElectronic
UK Dubstep heavyweight Claybrook headlines a full-scale Halloween bass ritual presented by AZ Presents, Connecticut Live & PRP.
Monday, November 2, 2026
at3:00 PM EST
Games
FREE POOL EVERY MONDAY!Reg.Happy Hour Deals then at 8pm $6 Pickle Backs$2 off Grateful Deads$10 Boiler Makers
Monday, November 9, 2026
at3:00 PM EST
Games
FREE POOL EVERY MONDAY!Reg.Happy Hour Deals then at 8pm $6 Pickle Backs$2 off Grateful Deads$10 Boiler Makers
at6:00 PM EST
Open MicHip-Hop
Hip-hop open mic every second Monday for rappers, MCs, and producers to share craft, network, and build community. No cover, sign up at 6 PM.
Saturday, November 14, 2026
at8:00 PM EST
Live MusicPunk
Green Knuckle Material brings infectious pop-punk with powerful hooks and catchy melodies, drawing inspiration from All Time Low, Fall Out Boy, and Panic! at the Disco. Splitview also performs.
Monday, November 16, 2026
at3:00 PM EST
Games
Free pool night with happy hour deals and drink specials at Stella Blues every Monday.
Monday, December 14, 2026
at6:00 PM EST
Open MicHip-Hop
Hip-hop open mic for MCs, producers, and vocalists to perform, network, and collaborate. Sign-ups start at 6pm every second Monday.