Events
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Hall of Philosophy Grovefree -
Michael Chan
Amphitheater AmphitheaterDr. Michael Chan joined the Concordia College community in June 2022 as the executive director for faith and learning. Prior to that, he was associate professor of Old Testament at...
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Chautauqua Science Group Weekly Lecture. JD Stillwater: One Song: The Science of Oneness
Hurlbut Church sanctuary Hurlbut Church sanctuaryJD Stillwater moves and inspires thousands of people all over North America and the globe with science-centered messages of awe and deep kinship, from Chautauqua Institution to a Sinai and...
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School of Music Masterclass: WindSync
Elizabeth S. Lenna Hall Elizabeth S. Lenna Hall -
Service of Blessing and Healing
Randell Chapel, UCC HeadquartersFree -
James C. Capretta and Matthew Fiedler
Amphitheater AmphitheaterThe Chautauqua Lecture Series continues its theme dedicated to “The 2026 Election: What’s at Stake?” with scholars James Capretta and Matthew Fiedler in conversation, sharing their expertise on the state...
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Play CHQ: Paper Bag Puppets
Bestor Plaza Bestor Plaza -
Bob Jeffrey: Architecture of the 2026 House and Garden Tour
Smith Wilkes Hall Smith Wilkes HallBird, Tree & Garden Club lunchtime lecture series Bob Jeffrey is an Historic Preservationist who redevelops historic properties in Florida, New York, and Pennsylvania. He holds an undergraduate degree in...
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CHQ Mystic Heart -Cantor Julie Newman, Jewish Mindfulness Meditation
Hall of Missions Hall of MissionsCantor Julie Newman founded and serves as President of the Tiferet Project. Tiferet has been a source for Jewish spiritual practices in Pittsburgh such as twice weekly Jewish mindfulness meditation...
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CHQ Dialogues
Presbyterian House Presbyterian HouseFree -
English Lawn Bowling Tips
Sports Club, Lawn Bowling Green -
Najeeba Syeed
Hall of Philosophy Hall of PhilosophyEl-Hibri Endowed Chair and executive director of the Interfaith Institute, Augsburg University 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 14, 2026 · Hall of Philosophy Najeeba Syeed is the Inaugural El-Bibri endowed chair...
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School of Music: Open Recital
Fletcher Music Hall Fletcher Music Hall -
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CHQ Dialogues
Everett Jewish Life Center Everett Jewish Life Centerfree -
Programming Blackout
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School of Music Piano Faculty Recital: Ilya Itin
Elizabeth S. Lenna Hall Elizabeth S. Lenna HallAudiences throughout the world revere Ilya Itin’s unique artistry. Playing to sold out houses in Japan and in the US, he is known for his extraordinary range, power, quality of...
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Play CHQ: Bird Feeders
Miller Park Miller Park -
Labyrinth History and Meditation
Turner (Outside of Building)Bring gate pass. Adjacent to Turner Community Center
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Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra: An Evening of Brahms
Amphitheater AmphitheaterRossen Milanov, conductor Sharon Roffman, violin Jolyon Pegis, cello An Evening of Brahms brings together two of the composer’s most expressive works, pairing the lyrical intimacy of the Double Concerto...
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Sunrise Paddle – Kayak/SUP
Sports Club, WaterfrontEnjoy the beauty of the lake during our sunrise paddle. This is not a guided tour but an opportunity to rent a kayak, SUP or canoe for an enjoyable hour...
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CHQ Mystic Heart- Cantor Julie Newman, Jewish Mindfulness Meditation
Presbyterian House Presbyterian HouseCantor Julie Newman founded and serves as President of the Tiferet Project. Tiferet has been a source for Jewish spiritual practices in Pittsburgh such as twice weekly Jewish mindfulness meditation...
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Episcopal Holy Eucharist
Chapel of the Good Shepherd Chapel of the Good ShepherdFree Sunday Event -
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Catholic Mass
Hurlbut Church sanctuary Hurlbut Church sanctuary -
Movement and Meditation with Monte Thompson
Hall of Philosophy GroveMonte Thompson was a professional dancer, and also spent years as a restauranteur. His life was spent on his feet. Now retired, he is interested in continuing to be able...
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Chautauqua Prays for Peace though Compassion
Hall of Philosophy Grovefree -
Michael Chan
Amphitheater AmphitheaterDr. Michael Chan joined the Concordia College community in June 2022 as the executive director for faith and learning. Prior to that, he was associate professor of Old Testament at...
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School of Music: Opera Conservatory Masterclass with Rachel Calloway
McKnight Hall McKnight Hall -
Service of Blessing and Healing
Randell Chapel, UCC HeadquartersFree -
Ben Harris and James Pethokoukis
Amphitheater AmphitheaterThe Chautauqua Lecture Series continues a weeklong exploration of “The 2026 Election: What’s at Stake?” with scholars Ben Harris and James Pethokoukis, sharing their expertise on the state of the...
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Women In Ministry
Hall of Missions Hall of Missionsfree -
Twelve Step Meeting
Hurlbut Marion Lawrancefree -
Imagining a Future Beyond Climate Change: Lessons from the Haitian Revolution, with Sony Ton-Aime
Smith Wilkes Hall Smith Wilkes HallPoet, author and former director of literary arts at Chautauqua, Sony discusses and reads from his debut poetry collection Konbit, accompanied by vivid imagery and music. The title of Ton-Aim’s...
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CHQ Dialogues
Presbyterian House Presbyterian Housefree -
All Denomination Chaplain of the Week with Rabbi Samuel Stahl
Everett Jewish Life Center Everett Jewish Life Centerfree -
Guided Kayak Historic Tour
Sports Club, WaterfrontEnjoy paddling while learning about historic sites along the shores of Chautauqua Institution during this hour-long guided kayak tour. The tour begins and ends at the Sports Club. The cost...
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English Lawn Bowling Tips
Sports Club, Lawn Bowling Green -
Terrence Johnson
Hall of Philosophy Hall of PhilosophyTerrence L. Johnson is Charles G. Adams Professor of African American Religious Studies, professor of African and African American studies, and director of religion and public life at Harvard Divinity...
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UU Cultural Ethics Series: Dr. Elías Ortega, President and Professor of Religion, Ethics, and Leadership, Meadville Lombard Theological School
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Islam 101 Khalid and Sabeeha Rehman
Hall of Christ: Sanctuary"Shia-Sunni Sects and Religious Hierarchy"
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CHQ Dialogues
Catholic House Catholic Housefree -
Play CHQ: Parachute Challenge
Miller Park Miller Park -
CHQ Mystic Heart – Therapeutic Gong Meditation with Kim Hehr
Hall of Christ: SanctuaryKim Hehr is a lifelong Chautauquan and a certified level 2 teacher of Kundalini Yoga and Meditation. She has been a yoga and meditation practitioner for 30 years and has...
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CVA Lecture Series: Stephanie Pierce, School of Art Faculty
Hultquist 101 Hultquist 101The Chautauqua School of Art proudly welcomes Stephanie Pierce as a member of our 2026 visiting faculty. Stephanie Pierce will participate in the School’s Summer Lecture Series, sharing insights and...
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Unity’s Positive Path for Spiritual Living
Turner Conference Room Turner Conference RoomProgrammed by Unity of Chautauqua
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CHQ Dialogues
Lutheran House Lutheran Housefree -
School of Music: Vocal Chamber Concert
Elizabeth S. Lenna Hall Elizabeth S. Lenna Hall -
Alexander Gavrylyuk, piano
Amphitheater AmphitheaterA stunningly virtuosic pianist, Alexander is internationally recognised for his electrifying and poetic performances. His performance of Rachmaninov’s Piano Concerto No.3 at the BBC Proms was described as “revelatory” by...
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CHQ Mystic Heart- Cantor Julie Newman, Jewish Mindfulness Meditation
Presbyterian House Presbyterian HouseCantor Julie Newman founded and serves as President of the Tiferet Project. Tiferet has been a source for Jewish spiritual practices in Pittsburgh such as twice weekly Jewish mindfulness meditation...
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Episcopal Holy Eucharist
Chapel of the Good Shepherd Chapel of the Good ShepherdFree Sunday Event -
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Catholic Mass
Hurlbut Church sanctuary Hurlbut Church sanctuary -
Chautauqua Prays for Peace though Compassion
Hall of Philosophy Grovefree -
Michael Chan
Hall of Philosophy Hall of PhilosophyDr. Michael Chan joined the Concordia College community in June 2022 as the executive director for faith and learning. Prior to that, he was associate professor of Old Testament at...
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Service of Blessing and Healing
Randell Chapel, UCC HeadquartersFree -
E.J. Dionne, Jr. and Christine Emba
Amphitheater AmphitheaterLeading the fourth installment of a five-part weeklong deep dive into “The 2026 Election: What’s at Stake?,” renowned scholars E.J. Dionne, Jr. and Christine Emba join in conversation for a...
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Play CHQ: News Paper Construction
Bestor Plaza Bestor Plaza -
CTC Theater Chats
Women's ClubTheater Chats (formerly known as Brown Bags) On selected Thursdays at 12:15 p.m., bring lunch to Smith Wilkes Hall and join special guests, including actors, designers, playwrights and more, for...
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CHQ Mystic Heart -Cantor Julie Newman, Jewish Mindfulness Meditation
Hall of Missions Hall of MissionsCantor Julie Newman founded and serves as President of the Tiferet Project. Tiferet has been a source for Jewish spiritual practices in Pittsburgh such as twice weekly Jewish mindfulness meditation...
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CHQ Dialogues
Everett Jewish Life Center Everett Jewish Life Centerfree -
Duplicate Bridge ABCL Sanctioned
Sports Club Sports ClubDon't have a partner? One will be provided. Game managed by Shelley Dahlie. $10/person.
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English Lawn Bowling Tips
Sports Club, Lawn Bowling Green -
E.J. Dionne, Jr.
Hall of Philosophy Hall of PhilosophyDionne is a senior fellow and the W. Averell Harriman Chair in American Governance in the Governance Studies program at Brookings. He is also a Distinguished University Professor in the...
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Chautauqua Opera Company Presents: An Afternoon of Song
Fletcher Music Hall Fletcher Music HallJoin us for an afternoon of song, featuring our 2026 Young Artists.
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CHQ Dialogues
United Methodist House United Methodist Housefree -
CHQ Dialogues
Baptist House Baptist Housefree -
Programming Blackout
Hall of Philosophy Hall of Philosophy -
Piano Faculty Master Class: Alexander Kobrin
Sherwood-Marsh 101 -
Play CHQ: Paper Chain Challenge
Heinz Beach Heinz Beach -
CHQ Dialogues
Disciples of Christ House Disciples of Christ Housefree -
Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra with Mak Grgic, guitar
Amphitheater AmphitheaterRossen Milanov, conductor Mak Grgic, guitar The Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra is thrilled to welcome guitarist Mak Grgic in an evening of symphonic storytelling. Stravinsky’s “Song of the Nightengale” opens the program with visceral motion, bringing to life the enchanting world of Hans Christian Anderson’s fairy tale. Grgic then takes the stage in a powerful work...
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Sunrise Paddle – Kayak/SUP
Sports Club, WaterfrontEnjoy the beauty of the lake during our sunrise paddle. This is not a guided tour but an opportunity to rent a kayak, SUP or canoe for an enjoyable hour at sunrise. Reservations accepted one day in advance at the Sports Club. Contact sportsclub@chq.org with questions.
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Chautauqua County Day
Chautauqua InstitutionExplore locally and come to Chautauqua Institution on Chautauqua County Day. Residents of Chautauqua County have free admission and parking from 7 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Our Chautauqua County Day includes access to all events in the Amphitheater and Hall of Philosophy that day, beaches, and so much more! Please bring proof of residency for...
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CHQ Mystic Heart- Cantor Julie Newman, Jewish Mindfulness Meditation
Presbyterian House Presbyterian HouseCantor Julie Newman founded and serves as President of the Tiferet Project. Tiferet has been a source for Jewish spiritual practices in Pittsburgh such as twice weekly Jewish mindfulness meditation groups. She has been crafting and leading innovative Jewish worship services in the Pittsburgh area for 25 years. Passionate about heart-opening Jewish contemplative practices, she...
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Episcopal Holy Eucharist
Chapel of the Good Shepherd Chapel of the Good ShepherdFree Sunday Event -
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Catholic Mass
Hurlbut Church sanctuary Hurlbut Church sanctuary -
Movement and Meditation with Monte Thompson
Hall of Philosophy GroveMonte Thompson was a professional dancer, and also spent years as a restauranteur. His life was spent on his feet. Now retired, he is interested in continuing to be able to move easily and gracefully while using breathing and stretching techniques to help quiet his mind and prepare him to face each day with purpose...
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Chautauqua Prays for Peace though Compassion
Hall of Philosophy Grovefree -
Ecumenical Communion Service
Hall of Philosophy Hall of PhilosophyDr. Michael Chan joined the Concordia College community in June 2022 as the executive director for faith and learning. Prior to that, he was associate professor of Old Testament at Luther Seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota. He joined Luther Seminary after completing his Ph.D. at Emory University and a year of research and teaching at...
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School of Music: Opera Conservatory Masterclass with Jonathan Beyer
McKnight Hall McKnight Hall -
Service of Blessing and Healing
Randell Chapel, UCC HeadquartersFree -
Kevin R. Kosar and Kathryn Dunn Tenpas
Amphitheater AmphitheaterKevin R. Kosar and Kathryn Dunn Tenpas, two of the nation’s leading experts in the workings of the U.S. federal government, governance, and interbranch relations, will present in tandem on the state of the federal government, federalism and U.S. elections. The program concludes the Chautauqua Lecture Series weeklong exploration of “The 2026 Election: What’s at...
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Twelve Step Meeting
Hurlbut Marion Lawrancefree -
CHQ Dialogues
Lutheran House Lutheran Housefree -
Introduction to Jumu’ah Muslim Prayer
Hall of Christ: SanctuaryJumu'ah introduction for visitors is at 12:30 PM. Jumu'ah Service is at 1:05 PM
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English Lawn Bowling Tips
Sports Club, Lawn Bowling Green -
Marie Arana
Hall of Philosophy Hall of PhilosophyChautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle — LatinoLand: A Portrait of America's Largest and Least Understood Minority by Marie Arana LatinoLand is an exceptional, all-encompassing overview of Hispanic America based on...
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CHQ Dialogues
Unitarian Universalist Fellowshipfree -
CHQ Dialogues
Episcopal Cottage Episcopal Cottagefree -
CHQ Dialogues
Christian Science Housefree -
School of Music: Open Recital
Fletcher Music Hall Fletcher Music Hall -
The Extraordinary Caterpillar documentary film
Chautauqua Cinema Chautauqua CinemaA peek into the dazzling world of nature's tiniest and mightiest superheros, with post film discussion. Sponsored by the Chautauqua Bird, Tree and Garden Club.
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Kabbalat Shabbat Service
Miller Park Miller Parkfree -
Harry Connick Jr.
Amphitheater AmphitheaterA consummate performer, Harry Connick, Jr. has exemplified excellence in the entertainment world for decades—be it music, film, television or Broadway. His prodigious talent has earned him Grammy, Emmy and...
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CHQ Mystic Heart: Centering Prayer with Carol McKiernan
Hall of Philosophy Hall of PhilosophyCarol McKiernan grew up at Chautauqua and says that her love of mystical practices began here on the grounds. She was formally introduced to meditation many years ago at an off-season yoga...
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Shabbat Service, Rabbi Zalman Vilenken
Chabad Jewish HouseFree -
Piano Program Student Recital
Sherwood-Marsh 101 -
Chautauqua Opera Conservatory: Mozart’s Die Zauberflöte
Norton Hall Norton HallComposer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Librettist: Original text by Emanuel Schickaneder, English dialogue translation by Nathan Troup Stage Director: Nathan Troup Conductor: Stephen Hargreaves In Mozart’s comic opera The Magic Flute,...
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Chautauqua Theater Company Presents Best for Baby (Pick-Your-Price)
Bratton Theater Bratton TheaterWORLD PREMIERE By Sharyn Rothstein Directed by Oliver Butler Bratton Theater Best for Baby and its devilishly funny emcee takes audiences inside Johnson & Johnson’s decades-long and still evolving baby...
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Catholic Mass
Hall of Philosophy Hall of PhilosophyFree -
Catholic Mass
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Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra: Holst’s The Planets
Amphitheater AmphitheaterRossen Milanov, conductor Embark on a thrilling musical journey across galaxies with the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra. The evening opens with John Williams’ iconic “Main Theme” from the Star Wars Suite...
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Unscripted! An Evening of Musical Improv
Roe Green Theater CenterUnscripted! An Evening of Musical Improv features a collection of improv comedians and singers from Brooklyn, New York. By day, they are the Chautauqua Institution Young Playwrights Project’s Lead Teaching...
$25