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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Tomorrow · Wednesday, October 21
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.
This Weekend · Saturday, October 24
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.
This Weekend · Sunday, October 25
at9:00 PM EDT
Live MusicFunkR&BJazz
Hill House Band brings infectious funk-pop energy with powerhouse vocals, funky horns, and tight rhythm section. Nine college friends deliver a dance floor experience inspired by groups like Ripe and Sammy Rae & The Friends.
This Monday · Monday, October 26
OTL SKYGOD Presents: Soundscapes
at9:00 PM EDT
DJElectronicR&B
OTL SKYGOD presents an electronic soundscape journey blending amapiano, house, and soul vibes.
at3:00 PM EDT
Other
Monday industry night featuring free pool and drink specials at Stella Blues.
Next Wednesday · Wednesday, October 28
at8:00 PM EDT
Open Mic
Weekly Tuesday night open mic with Stella Blues House Band backing performers. Sign up in-person for 10-15 minute slots, with open jam sessions and full backline support available.
Next Saturday · Saturday, October 31
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.
Next Sunday · Sunday, November 1
at8:00 PM EDT
DJElectronic
UK Dubstep heavyweight Claybrook headlines a full-scale Halloween bass ritual presented by AZ Presents, Connecticut Live & PRP.
Next Monday · Monday, November 2
at3:00 PM EST
Games
Free pool night with happy hour deals and drink specials.
In 3 weeks · Monday, November 9
at3:00 PM EST
Other
Monday industry night featuring free pool and drink specials at Stella Blues.
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.
In 4 weeks · Saturday, November 14
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.
In 4 weeks · Monday, November 16
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.
Friday, December 18, 2026
at9:00 PM EST
Live MusicJamSinger-Songwriter
Dan Weintraub performs an intimate acoustic tribute to Jerry Garcia with songs and stories celebrating the Grateful Dead's enduring legacy across generations.