Hartford’s Holiday Season Continues

Hartford for the Holidays, a unified marketing campaign showcasing the many events and institutions in Hartford throughout the holiday season, continues its efforts with new partnerships and events! Now through January 6, visitors can enjoy markets such as Pratt Street Winter Village, Winterfair: Hartford’s Holiday Market, and a variety of other pop-up shopping opportunities. Cultural institutions from The Wadsworth Atheneum and The Bushnell to Hartford Stage and TheaterWorks Hartford continue long-running traditions of wintry shows and festivities.

This year, the Hartford Chamber of Commerce’s has continued its collaborative campaign with new partners, including NBC Connecticut/Telemundo and Bradley International Airport.

CT Live! & New Advertising Efforts

The Hartford Chamber of Commerce was pleased to welcome NBC Connecticut/Telemundo as a media partner for Hartford for the Holidays, ensuring the city’s festivities reach a wider audience throughout the state! Recently, Abbey Carnivale from CT LIVE! visited us on Pratt Street to discuss upcoming events taking place this December. Head to our Instagram to watch the video.

Thanks to our partnership with the City of Hartford, we also created a commercial showcasing the magic of Hartford’s holiday season, to be aired through NBC Connecticut and Telemundo channels.

Find the Elf!

The Live Elf on the Shelf Challenge is back, sponsored by Bradley International Airport! Powered by the iQuilt Partnership’s Winterfest and the Hartford Chamber, the live scavenger hunt received a holiday boost from Bradley International Airport. Individuals were tasked with finding a live “Elf on the Shelf” each day from November 28 through December 24 at various locations throughout the city - and Bradley International Airport! Those who find the Elf first can win gift cards to Hartford-based restaurant and retail spots through the Shop Hartford e-gift card, encouraging those who participate to shop local.

Want to get in on the fun yourself? Watch @hartfordchamberct and @theiquiltplan's Instagram Stories for clues each day and find the elf in Hartford. Say the magic words "Hartford for the Holidays" and you will win an instant Shop Hartford gift card or other festive prizes!

Continue to watch our social media channels and visit hartfordfortheholidays.com for your complete guide to Hartford this season!