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  • Sunrise kayaking

    Sunrise Paddle – Kayak/SUP

    Sports Club, Waterfront

    Enjoy 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...

  • Boats docked near the Miller Bell Tower

    Daily Word Meditation

    Hall of Missions Hall of Missions

    (Programmed by Unity of Chautauqua)

    free
  • Hurlbut Memorial Community United Methodist Church

    Catholic Mass

    Hurlbut Church sanctuary Hurlbut Church sanctuary
  • People gathered for a meditation class

    Movement and Meditation with Monte Thompson

    Hall of Philosophy Grove

    Monte 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...

    free
  • Michael Chan's headshot

    Michael Chan

    Amphitheater Amphitheater

    Dr. 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...

    Free
  • Ben Harris and James Pethokoukis

    Ben Harris and James Pethokoukis

    Amphitheater Amphitheater

    The 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...

    $40
  • CHQ Dialogues logo

    CHQ Dialogues

    Presbyterian House Presbyterian House
    free

  • Guided Kayak Historic Tour

    Sports Club, Waterfront

    Enjoy 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...

  • Terrence Johnson

    Terrence Johnson

    Hall of Philosophy Hall of Philosophy

    Terrence 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...

    $20

  • STATE OF FIRSTS

    Chautauqua Cinema Chautauqua Cinema

    With incredible access, State of Firsts follows Congresswoman Sarah McBride's history-making campaign as the first transgender person to ever be elected to Congress. During this time of heated political opposition...

    $11 – $15

  • TUNER

    Chautauqua Cinema Chautauqua Cinema

    Leo Woodall stars as a gifted young piano tuner whose heightened sense of hearing draws the attention of criminals, who see his talents as useful for opening safes as well...

    $11 – $15
  • Stephanie Pierce

    CVA Lecture Series: Stephanie Pierce, School of Art Faculty

    Hultquist 101 Hultquist 101

    The 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...

  • Alexander Gavrylyuk headshot

    Alexander Gavrylyuk, piano

    Amphitheater Amphitheater

    A 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...

    $55 – $65

  • STATE OF FIRSTS

    Chautauqua Cinema Chautauqua Cinema

    With incredible access, State of Firsts follows Congresswoman Sarah McBride's history-making campaign as the first transgender person to ever be elected to Congress. During this time of heated political opposition...

    $11 – $15
  • Boats docked near the Miller Bell Tower

    Daily Word Meditation

    Hall of Missions Hall of Missions

    (Programmed by Unity of Chautauqua)

    free
  • Hurlbut Memorial Community United Methodist Church

    Catholic Mass

    Hurlbut Church sanctuary Hurlbut Church sanctuary
  • Michael Chan's headshot

    Michael Chan

    Hall of Philosophy Hall of Philosophy

    Dr. 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...

    Free
  • Christine Emba and EJ Dionne

    E.J. Dionne, Jr. and Christine Emba

    Amphitheater Amphitheater

    Leading 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 deeper look into the role of culture in American public and political life, particularly addressing the generational differences and divides that show up in these...

    $40

  • CTC Theater Chats

    Women's Club

    Theater 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 a look at our upcoming productions and discussions on the craft of theater-making. Free and open to the public.

  • Julie Newman's headshot

    CHQ Mystic Heart -Cantor Julie Newman, Jewish Mindfulness Meditation

    Hall of Missions Hall of Missions

    Cantor 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...

    free
  • CHQ Dialogues logo

    CHQ Dialogues

    Everett Jewish Life Center Everett Jewish Life Center
    free
  • EJ Dionne

    E.J. Dionne, Jr.

    Hall of Philosophy Hall of Philosophy

    Dionne 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 Foundations of Democracy and Culture at Georgetown University, affiliated with the McCourt School of Public Policy, and a contributing columnist to The New York Times....

    $20

  • TUNER

    Chautauqua Cinema Chautauqua Cinema

    Leo Woodall stars as a gifted young piano tuner whose heightened sense of hearing draws the attention of criminals, who see his talents as useful for opening safes as well as for tuning Steinways. Co-stars Dustin Hoffman and Havana Rose Liu. Director Daniel "Roher knows that in crime flicks, as in jazz, pacing is everything:...

    $11 – $15
  • CHQ Dialogues logo

    CHQ Dialogues

    United Methodist House United Methodist House
    free

  • STATE OF FIRSTS

    Chautauqua Cinema Chautauqua Cinema

    With incredible access, State of Firsts follows Congresswoman Sarah McBride's history-making campaign as the first transgender person to ever be elected to Congress. During this time of heated political opposition to the trans community, "McBride's grace, steadfastness, and perseverance are the stuff of true heroism. Director "Chase Joynt captures this essential moment of LGBTQ+ history...

    $11 – $15
  • CHQ Dialogues logo

    CHQ Dialogues

    Disciples of Christ House Disciples of Christ House
    free

  • Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra with Mak Grgic, guitar

    Norton Hall Norton Hall

    Due to current air-quality conditions and out of an abundance of caution, this concert has been moved from the Amphitheater to Norton Hall. Rossen 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...

    $55 – $65

  • One Night Only: Late-Night at Strohl

    Strohl Art Center: Main Galleries

    Stop by Strohl Art Center from 8 to 9 p.m. to explore the galleries, enjoy refreshments and spend time in conversation with fellow Chautauquans. Take in the exhibitions, discover something new and enjoy an evening surrounded by art.

  • TUNER

    Chautauqua Cinema Chautauqua Cinema

    Leo Woodall stars as a gifted young piano tuner whose heightened sense of hearing draws the attention of criminals, who see his talents as useful for opening safes as well as for tuning Steinways. Co-stars Dustin Hoffman and Havana Rose Liu. Director Daniel "Roher knows that in crime flicks, as in jazz, pacing is everything:...

    $11 – $15
  • Sunrise kayaking

    Sunrise Paddle – Kayak/SUP

    Sports Club, Waterfront

    Enjoy 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...

  • Chautauqua County Day at CHQ

    Chautauqua County Day

    Chautauqua Institution

    Explore 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...

    Free for county residents
  • Boats docked near the Miller Bell Tower

    Daily Word Meditation

    Hall of Missions Hall of Missions

    (Programmed by Unity of Chautauqua)

    free
  • Hurlbut Memorial Community United Methodist Church

    Catholic Mass

    Hurlbut Church sanctuary Hurlbut Church sanctuary
  • People gathered for a meditation class

    Movement and Meditation with Monte Thompson

    Hall of Philosophy Grove

    Monte 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...

    free
  • Kevin Kosar and Kathryn Dunn Tenpas

    Kevin R. Kosar and Kathryn Dunn Tenpas

    Amphitheater Amphitheater

    Kevin 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...

    $40

  • SENTIMENTAL VALUE

    Chautauqua Cinema Chautauqua Cinema

    Sisters Nora (Renate Reinsve) and Agnes (Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas) reunite with their estranged father, Gustav (Stellan Skarsgard), a charismatic, once-renowned director who offers Nora a role in what he hopes will be his comeback film. When Nora turns it down, she soon discovers he has given her part to an eager young Hollywood star (Elle...

    $11 – $15
  • Latinoland book cover and Marie Arana's headshot

    Marie Arana

    Hall of Philosophy Hall of Philosophy

    Chautauqua 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 personal interviews, deep research, and Marie Arana’s life experience as a Latina. At present, Latinos comprise twenty percent of the US population, a number that...

    $20

  • THE EXTRAORDINARY CATERPILLAR

    Chautauqua Cinema Chautauqua Cinema

    Climate Change Initiative--Bird Tree and Garden Club Event! Free Admission! Featuring dazzling macro-videography to magnify these tiny, fantastical creatures, filmmaker Jeff McKay’s fascinating documentary takes viewers on a journey to understand why the famously “very hungry caterpillar” is a key player in maintaining biodiversity. CWC Director of Conservation Twan Leenders will host discussion to follow...

    Free Admission

  • DISCLOSURE DAY

    Chautauqua Cinema Chautauqua Cinema

    If you found out we weren't alone, if someone showed you, proved it to you, would that frighten you? This summer, the truth belongs to eight billion people. Today is...Disclosure Day. "Emily Blunt amazes in a new Steven Spielberg alien close encounter that probes his classic earlier work...Lucky for us, the master still hasn’t forgotten...

    $11 – $15
  • Harry Connick Jr

    Harry Connick Jr.

    Amphitheater Amphitheater

    A 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 Tony recognition, plus album sales in excess of 30 million and sold-out concerts around the world. Backed by his stellar band, this special concert will...

    $85 – $265
  • Carol McKiernan

    CHQ Mystic Heart: Centering Prayer with Carol McKiernan

    Hall of Philosophy Hall of Philosophy

    Carol 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 and meditation retreat led by Subagh Singh Khalsa and has been practicing Centering Prayer daily ever since. She has attended many seminars, workshops, and retreats...

    free

  • Food Donation Drop Off Outside Turner Community Center

    Turner Lobby

    Every Saturday during season the Chautauqua Climate Change Initiative and Chautauqua Property Owners Association are collecting unopened non-perishable food items for donation to local food pantries. Outside front entrance of Turner Community Center. Help reduce waste and feed our neighbors in need.

  • The Magic Flute

    Chautauqua Opera Conservatory: Mozart’s Die Zauberflöte

    Composer: 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,...

    $25

  • DISCLOSURE DAY

    If you found out we weren't alone, if someone showed you, proved it to you, would that frighten you? This summer, the truth belongs to eight billion people. Today is...Disclosure...

    $11 – $15

  • Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra: Holst’s The Planets

    Rossen 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...

    $55 – $65

  • SENTIMENTAL VALUE

    Sisters Nora (Renate Reinsve) and Agnes (Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas) reunite with their estranged father, Gustav (Stellan Skarsgard), a charismatic, once-renowned director who offers Nora a role in what he hopes...

    $11 – $15
  • Unscripted!

    Unscripted! An Evening of Musical Improv

    Unscripted! 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

  • Unity Service

    Hall of Missions Hall of Missions
    Free Sunday Event
  • Hurlbut Memorial Community United Methodist Church

    Catholic Mass

    Hurlbut Church sanctuary Hurlbut Church sanctuary
    Sunday Free Event