Reggae Concerts in Connecticut
New Haven is the center of Connecticut's reggae scene — College Street Music Hall, Toad's Place, and Cafe Nine all book reggae and roots regularly. Add The Webster's reggae nights in Hartford and the bigger reggae and reggaeton bills at the casinos, and there's a skank-worthy show most months.
Connecticut's reggae scene runs deepest in New Haven, where a cluster of great venues keeps roots, dancehall, and ska in steady rotation — but you'll find shows across the state. Here's where to go.
New Haven: the reggae hub
Three New Haven rooms anchor the scene. College Street Music Hall brings touring reggae acts to a mid-size stage; the legendary Toad's Place has a long history with reggae and roots; and Cafe Nine hosts smaller reggae and ska nights in its famously intimate room. Together they make New Haven the first place to look for a reggae show — see our New Haven guide.
Best for: the broadest range of reggae, from clubs to mid-size halls.
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Download on theApp StoreHartford, the casinos & summer
Beyond New Haven, The Webster in Hartford mixes reggae nights and dance parties into its calendar, and the casinos book bigger reggae and reggaeton bills (see our Latin music guide for the reggaeton side). In summer, reggae turns up at outdoor festivals and events around the state — a perfect fit for a warm Connecticut evening.
Best for: bigger reggae bills and summer outdoor sets.
Reggae in CT FAQ
Where's the reggae scene?
New Haven — College Street, Toad's, and Cafe Nine.
Reggae in Hartford?
The Webster's reggae nights, plus the casinos.
Any reggaeton?
Yes — see our Latin music guide; the casinos lead.
How do I find shows?
Filter by genre in the free CT Concert Center app.