Events
-
-
Bratton Theater Bratton Theater$20 -
Chautauqua Opera Company’s 2026 Sing-In
Elizabeth S. Lenna Hall Elizabeth S. Lenna HallMeet the 2026 Chautauqua Opera Company Young Artists! Join us and hear their voices here first!
-
One Night Only: An Evening with Sutton Foster & Kelli O’Hara
Amphitheater AmphitheaterEnjoy a night with Sutton Foster and Kelli O’Hara inspired by the 1962 CBS special “Julie and Carol at Carnegie Hall”— a tribute to Broadway and beyond. Together with Principal...
$70 – $145 -
Ecumenical Communion Service
Hall of Philosophy Hall of Philosophyfree -
Sylvia Earle
Amphitheater AmphitheaterSylvia Earle is the president and chairman of Mission Blue, an explorer at large at the National Geographic Society, founder of Deep Ocean Exploration and Research Inc. (DOER), chair of...
$40 -
Anna North
Hall of Philosophy Hall of PhilosophyChautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle — Bog Queen: A Novel by Anna North The latest from New York Times bestselling novelist Anna North—a monumental discovery sets off a clash of...
-
Chautauqua Theater Company Presents New Play Workshop 1: Ahoy-Hoy by Jenny Stafford
Bratton Theater Bratton Theater$20 -
School of Music Piano Faculty Recital: Alexander Kobrin
Elizabeth S. Lenna Hall Elizabeth S. Lenna HallCalled the “Van Cliburn of today” by the BBC, pianist Alexander Kobrin has placed himself at the forefront of today's performing musicians. His prize-winning performances have been praised for their...
-
Kabbalat Shabbat Service
Miller Park Miller Parkfree -
Preservation Hall Jazz Band
Amphitheater AmphitheaterAt a moment when musical streams are crossing with unprecedented frequency, it’s crucial to remember that throughout its history, New Orleans has been the point at which sounds and cultures...
$50 – $75 -
Chautauqua Theater Company Presents New Play Workshop 1: Ahoy-Hoy by Jenny Stafford
Bratton Theater Bratton Theater$20 -
Catholic Mass
Hall of Christ: SanctuaryFree -
Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra: Independence Day Celebration
Amphitheater AmphitheaterStuart Chafetz, conductor Aubrey Logan, vocals/trombone John Manzari, dancer/vocals Celebrate America’s 250th year with The Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra’s annual Independence Day Celebration. The orchestra is joined by guests Aubrey Logan...
$55 – $65 -
Art in the Park
Miller Park Miller ParkHosted by the Friends of CVA, Art in the Park is an open art fair with 70+ vendors held in Miller Park, showcasing art by members of the Chautauqua community,...
-
Catholic Mass
Hall of Christ: SanctuarySunday Free Event -
Rev. Robert W. Henderson
Amphitheater AmphitheaterIn 2008, The Rev. Robert W. Henderson was installed as the sixth senior minister and head of staff at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Charlotte, N.C. A respected pastor, preacher, and...
Free Sunday Event -
Kosher BBQ
Miller Park Miller Park -
Noah Falck and Sunita Puri
Hall of Philosophy Hall of PhilosophyChautauqua Writers’ Center Faculty Reading — Featuring Noah Falck (Poetry) and Sunita Puri (Prose) Noah Falck is the author of Exclusions (Tupelo Press, 2020) which was a finalist for the...
-
Church of the Wild with Kriss Miller
Outdoor ClassroomKriss Young Miller and her husband Gary manage the Quaker House. Kriss is a 2022 graduate of Earlham School of Religion with her Master of Arts in Peace and Social...
Free Sunday Event -
Yacht Club Ball
John R. Turney Sailing Center -
CTC and Friends of Chautauqua Theater present Meet The Company
Fletcher Music Hall Fletcher Music Hall -
Hebrew Congregation, Shirley Lazarus Sunday Evening Lecture Series
Smith Wilkes Hall Smith Wilkes HallFree Sunday Event -
Rev. Robert W. Henderson
Amphitheater AmphitheaterIn 2008, The Rev. Robert W. Henderson was installed as the sixth senior minister and head of staff at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Charlotte, N.C. A respected pastor, preacher, and...
Free -
Joanna Stern
Amphitheater AmphitheaterJoanna Stern is an Emmy Award-winning technology journalist. She opens Chautauqua’s week of “Charting a New Media Landscape” with remarks inspired by her new book I Am Not a Robot:...
$40 -
Rabbi Joshua Stanton
Hall of Philosophy Hall of PhilosophyRabbi Joshua Stanton is associate vice president for Interfaith and Intergroup Initiatives at Jewish Federations of North America, where he empowers leaders from 141 Jewish Federations across the continent to...
$20.00 -
Chautauqua Chamber Music: Cantus
Elizabeth S. Lenna Hall Elizabeth S. Lenna HallExperience the award-winning vocal ensemble Cantus in a performance of stunning harmony and heartfelt storytelling. Renowned for their rich tone and collaborative artistry, Cantus brings a diverse program spanning classical...
-
Music School Festival Orchestra “Opening Night”
Amphitheater AmphitheaterComprised of top-tier students from conservatories and universities in the U.S. and abroad, Music School Festival Orchestra members participate in a variety of musical activities during their summers at Chautauqua...
$30 -
Rev. Robert W. Henderson
Amphitheater AmphitheaterIn 2008, The Rev. Robert W. Henderson was installed as the sixth senior minister and head of staff at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Charlotte, N.C. A respected pastor, preacher, and...
Free -
Dr. Michael Ackerman: The Virtual Human
Hurlbut Church sanctuary Hurlbut Church sanctuaryChautauqua Science Group Weekly Lecture
-
Chuck Todd
Amphitheater AmphitheaterChuck Todd is one of America’s foremost experts on American politics. A seasoned political journalist and analyst known for his sharp insight, he is the host of “The ChuckToddCast,” a...
$40 -
LGBTQ+ and Friends of Chautauqua: Discussion Group, Bring your lunch
Alumni Hall Ballroom Alumni Hall Ballroom -
Adrian Higgins, Washington Post Gardening Columnist: “Naturalism, Not Nativism”
Smith Wilkes Hall Smith Wilkes HallBird, Tree & Garden Club lunchtime lecture series
-
Masters Series Masterclass: The Science of Cooperation in partnership with Arizona State University
Hall of Christ: SanctuaryThe Science of Cooperation: How Understanding Our Evolutionary History Helps Us Build a Cooperative Future. Athena Aktipis, Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Arizona State University, Director of...
-
Elizabeth Dias
Hall of Philosophy Hall of PhilosophyElizabeth Dias is the national religion correspondent for The New York Times. She has reported on faith and politics for 15 years, covering religion in four presidential elections and reporting...
$20.00 -
Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra with Alexander Gavrylyuk, piano
Amphitheater AmphitheaterRossen Milanov, conductor Alexander Gavrylyuk, piano The Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra welcomes the return of Artist in Residence Alexander Gavrylyuk for an evening of symphonic passion. Tabakova’s Orpheus' Comet opens the...
$55 – $65 -
Rev. Robert W. Henderson
Amphitheater AmphitheaterIn 2008, The Rev. Robert W. Henderson was installed as the sixth senior minister and head of staff at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Charlotte, N.C. A respected pastor, preacher, and...
Free -
Jason Riley
Amphitheater AmphitheaterJason Riley is a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute and the “Upward Mobility” opinion columnist for The Wall Street Journal, where he has written about politics, economics, education, immigration...
$40 -
“Homecoming: School of Art Alumni” Exhibition: July 8–August 16
Fowler-Kellogg Art Center 2nd floor"Homecoming: School of Art Alumni" exhibition runs July 8-August 16. We welcome our School of Art residency alumni back to Chautauqua to share their talents and recent works. Co-curated by...
-
Protecting Chautauqua County Lands: The Bear Lake Story, with the Western NY Land Conservancy and Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy
Smith Wilkes Hall Smith Wilkes HallWNYLC and CWC protecting Chautauqua County Lands: The Bear Lake Story
-
Naomi Riley
Hall of Philosophy Hall of PhilosophyNaomi Schaefer Riley is a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, where she focuses on child welfare and foster care issues. Specifically, her work analyzes the role of faith-based...
$20.00 -
“Homecoming: School of Art Alumni” Opening Reception
Fowler-Kellogg Art Center 2nd floor"Homecoming: School of Art Alumni" opening reception. Exhibition runs July 8-August 16. We welcome our School of Art residency alumni back to Chautauqua to share their talents and recent works....
-
Dance Preview: All-Stars Gala
Smith Wilkes Hall Smith Wilkes Hall -
CVA Lecture Series: Kyle Hackett, School of Art Faculty
Hultquist 101 Hultquist 101The Chautauqua School of Art proudly welcomes Kyle Hackett, a distinguished member of our 2026 visiting faculty. Kyle Hackett will participate in the School’s Summer Lecture Series, sharing insights and...
-
Unity’s Positive Path for Spiritual Living
Turner Conference Room Turner Conference RoomProgrammed by Unity of Chautauqua
Free -
All-Star Dance Gala
Amphitheater AmphitheaterCurated by Sasha Janes, Bonnefoux McBride Artistic Director of Chautauqua School of Dance, the annual All-Star Dance Gala serves as a celebration of the exceptional talent consistently produced by the...
$55 – $75 -
Rev. Robert W. Henderson
Hall of Philosophy Hall of PhilosophyIn 2008, The Rev. Robert W. Henderson was installed as the sixth senior minister and head of staff at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Charlotte, N.C. A respected pastor, preacher, and...
Free -
Paula Kerger
Amphitheater AmphitheaterPaula Kerger is president and chief executive officer of PBS, the nation’s largest non-commercial media organization representing more than 330 member stations throughout the country. She also serves as president...
$40 -
CTC Theater Chats
Smith Wilkes Hall Smith Wilkes HallTheater 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...
-
Rev. Nicole Martin
Hall of Philosophy Hall of PhilosophyThe Rev. Nicole Martin is the president and chief executive officer of Christianity Today. She has been with the magazine since 2023, previously holding the positions of chief operating officer...
$20.00 -
School of Music Piano Faculty Recital: HieYon Choi
Elizabeth S. Lenna Hall Elizabeth S. Lenna HallPraised for her artistry and expressive depth, HieYon Choi is one of the most sought-after pianists of her generation. “One of this sonata’s greatest-ever recorded interpretations… a model of intelligent...
-
CVA Lecture Series: Susan Klein, School of Art Faculty
Hultquist 101 Hultquist 101The Chautauqua School of Art proudly welcomes Susan Klein, a distinguished member of our 2026 visiting faculty. Susan Klein will participate in the School’s Summer Lecture Series, sharing insights and...
-
Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra: Toward a New World
Amphitheater AmphitheaterRossen Milanov, conductor Jaren Atherholt, oboe Join the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra for a celebration of musical exploration. John Corigliano’s Midsummer Fanfare opens the program with brilliance and energy. The orchestra...
$55 – $65 -
Master Series Masterclass: Surviving AI in partnership with Arizona State University
Athenaeum Parlor Athenaeum ParlorThis event is a part of Chautauqua's partnership with Arizona State University and is hosted by comedian Shane Mauss and Athena Aktipis (featuring comedy, science & music.) Surviving AI is...
-
Ecumenical Communion Service
Hall of Philosophy Hall of PhilosophyFree -
Neil deGrasse Tyson and Scott Hamilton Kennedy
Amphitheater AmphitheaterWorld-renowned astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson and filmmaker Scott Hamilton Kennedy have twice joined forces to confront the twin crises of misinformation and science denial. Their documentaries — “Food Evolution,” which...
$45 -
Stefan Fatsis
Hall of Philosophy Hall of PhilosophyChautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle — Unabridged: The Thrill of (and Threat to) the Modern Dictionary by Stefan Fatsis Words are the currency of culture—and never more than today. Journalist...
-
Chautauqua Opera Company workshops: Anne of Green Gables and Sarah in the Theatre
Elizabeth S. Lenna Hall Elizabeth S. Lenna HallANNE OF GREEN GABLES Chautauqua Opera Company will host the first workshops of a new adaptation of Anne of Green Gables by composer Danika Lorèn and librettist Royce Vavrek (Lincoln in...
$20 -
Kabbalat Shabbat Service
Miller Park Miller Parkfree -
Chautauqua Theater Company Presents FutureNow New Play Lab 1: The Bone Wars
Roe Green Theater CenterExperience new plays the moment they come to life. The FutureNow new play labs showcase original work by CTC’s inaugural class of Playwriting Fellows in collaboration with our Directing Fellows—a...
$35 -
Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue – Let’s Go Get ‘Em Tour
Amphitheater AmphitheaterFew artists embody the heart and soul of their city like Trombone Shorty. Perhaps the most recognizable ambassador for New Orleans music working today, Shorty has spent his entire life...
$70 – $145 -
Catholic Mass
Hall of Christ: SanctuaryFree -
Chautauqua Theater Company Presents FutureNow New Play Lab 1: The Bone Wars
Roe Green Theater CenterExperience new plays the moment they come to life. The FutureNow new play labs showcase original work by CTC’s inaugural class of Playwriting Fellows in collaboration with our Directing Fellows—a...
$35 -
Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra with Troupe Vertigo
Amphitheater AmphitheaterFusing together elements of cirque acrobatics, classical dance and contemporary theater, Troupe Vertigo brings audiences on a spellbinding journey through the world of artistic movement. Consisting of world-class aerial artists,...
$55 – $75