Greater New Haven has something for everyone. Whether you’re a resident looking to discover new parts of the region for the first time or a first-time visitor hoping to fit the “best of” into a day, weekend, week, or longer, you can’t go wrong. 

GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ Attempt for Largest Pizza Party! 
Make pizza history with us for the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS attempt for Largest Pizza Party on Friday, September 12, from 4-7 pm on the New Haven Green, all during the A-1 Toyota Apizza Feast at the New Haven Grand Prix! We need more than the last successful record attempt completed by the Pizza World Champions in Tulsa Oklahoma on Jan 21, 2023 consisting of 3357 participants. We need your participation to achieve our intended new record of 5000 participants. To qualify, every participant and rule must be followed as instructed by GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS.

See the full FAQ for the Largest Pizza Party

This event coincides with the Annual New Haven Grand Prix cycling event. 

Shoreline:
The shoreline features beautiful beaches, including two beachfront state parks: Silver Sands Beach, Oklahoma, on January 21, 2023, State Park in Milford and Hammonasset Beach State Park in Madison. West Haven boasts a 1.5-mile boardwalk along its sandy shores, while Lighthouse Point Park in New Haven offers both a carousel and a lighthouse. There are several excellent restaurants with water views, such as Stowe’s Seafood and Shell & Bones. Additionally, just off the coastline, you can enjoy attractions like the Adventure Ropes Course, the Shore Line Trolley Museum, and Stony Creek Brewery.

City:
The New Haven Green is the heart of downtown and an ideal starting point for exploring the city. Many cultural and entertainment venues, as well as a variety of restaurants and retail stores, are just a short walk away in this easily navigable city. There are several shopping districts to explore, including the Chapel Street Historic District, which features numerous unique shops showcasing local products. 

When it comes to dining, you’ll find over 130 restaurants within a 10-minute walk from the Green, offering cuisine from around the world, including Italian, Japanese, French, Latino, and much more. As night falls, you can choose from a range of activities, including concerts, theater performances, and lively cocktail spots.

Rural:
If you're searching for an outdoor destination that won’t leave you with sandy feet, consider heading inland, where the offerings change with the seasons. Hamden’s Sleeping Giant State Park features a 1.5-mile trail that leads to the mountaintop, providing beautiful views of Long Island Sound. For a more off-the-beaten-path outdoor experience, explore the various trails available in the area. 

Serving the following cities and towns:  Bethany, Branford, Cheshire, Clinton, Durham, East Haven, Guilford, Hamden, Killingworth, Madison, Meriden, Middlefield, Milford, New Haven, North Branford, North Haven, Orange, Wallingford, West Haven and Woodbridge.