Events Search and Views Navigation
Upcoming Events
Events List Navigation
August 2022
‘Cocktail Piano’ with Ray
Soak in the spirited atmosphere while Ray tickles the ivories in our award-winning Tap Room.
Find out more »
The Cocktail Garden
Every Thursday in July and August from 5:30-7pm we'll be offering complimentary samples of featured Gris cocktails in our Cocktail Garden, directly across the street from the Main Inn. Love what you sample? The evening's cocktails will be available for order at The Gris to be enjoyed Alfresco, in our Tap Room or at your dining table. Our Store, Goods & Curiosities, will also feature an alfresco shopping experience with cocktail books, barware and related summer entertaining accessories.
Find out more »
The Cherry Pie Band
Jump, jive, and kick up your heels with Jillian Grey and the boys! Cherry Pie mixes it up with swing, rockabilly Latin-style music and some sultry ballads.
Find out more »‘Cocktail Piano’ with Ray
Soak in the spirited atmosphere while Ray tickles the ivories in our award-winning Tap Room.
Find out more »
Psychedelic ’60’s
Psychedelic '60's is a power trio that pays tribute to the ground-breaking musical super groups of the sixties. Take this nostalgic trip and listen to the music of the Kinks, the Beatles, the Animals, Creedence Clearwater Revival...ROCK N' ROLL!
Find out more »‘Cocktail Piano’ with Francine
Soak in the spirited atmosphere while Francine tickles the ivories in our award-winning Tap Room.
Find out more »Local Honey Jam
Singer/songwriter Erin Smith joins forces with guitarist and drummer. This talented trio brings soulful ballads, excellent harmonies as well as high-energy danceable music to our Tap Room.
Find out more »
Mike Clifford
Mike is a singer/songwriter who entertains with both folk and rock, bringing heart and soul to his original songs as well as classic covers. Vocals/guitar/harmonica.
Find out more »
Martin Kelly Acoustic Trio
The MK Acoustic Trio has a soft, yet energetic acoustic rock sound that brings some interesting twists to all-time classics. They create the perfect ambiance for dining, dancing and conversation featuring music by Eric Clapton, The Beatles, Van Morrison, Cat Stevens and many others in an “unplugged” format.
Find out more »
The Jovial Crew
"Sea Chanteys Tonight" reads the banner that flies above The Griswold Inn every Monday. The Jovial Crew brings our Tap Room to life with this old seafaring tradition, extremely popular today. "Jovial Crew" is a good description for both performers and patrons, a very spirited bunch - and a very spirited evening indeed! Everyone should experience this - at least once!
Find out more »‘Cocktail Piano’ with Ray
Soak in the spirited atmosphere while Ray tickles the ivories in our award-winning Tap Room.
Find out more »The Cocktail Garden
Every Thursday in July and August from 5:30-7pm we'll be offering complimentary samples of featured Gris cocktails in our Cocktail Garden, directly across the street from the Main Inn. Love what you sample? The evening's cocktails will be available for order at The Gris to be enjoyed Alfresco, in our Tap Room or at your dining table. Our Store, Goods & Curiosities, will also feature an alfresco shopping experience with cocktail books, barware and related summer entertaining accessories.
Find out more »The Cherry Pie Band
Jump, jive, and kick up your heels with Jillian Grey and the boys! Cherry Pie mixes it up with swing, rockabilly Latin-style music and some sultry ballads.
Find out more »‘Cocktail Piano’ with Ray
Soak in the spirited atmosphere while Ray tickles the ivories in our award-winning Tap Room.
Find out more »Psychedelic ’60’s
Psychedelic '60's is a power trio that pays tribute to the ground-breaking musical super groups of the sixties. Take this nostalgic trip and listen to the music of the Kinks, the Beatles, the Animals, Creedence Clearwater Revival...ROCK N' ROLL!
Find out more »‘Cocktail Piano’ with Francine
Soak in the spirited atmosphere while Francine tickles the ivories in our award-winning Tap Room.
Find out more »
Java Groove
From Sinatra to Swing, Java Groove is a small band with a big sound playing swing, jazz and ballads.
Find out more »Mike Clifford
Mike is a singer/songwriter who entertains with both folk and rock, bringing heart and soul to his original songs as well as classic covers. Vocals/guitar/harmonica.
Find out more »Martin Kelly Acoustic Trio
The MK Acoustic Trio has a soft, yet energetic acoustic rock sound that brings some interesting twists to all-time classics. They create the perfect ambiance for dining, dancing and conversation featuring music by Eric Clapton, The Beatles, Van Morrison, Cat Stevens and many others in an “unplugged” format.
Find out more »The Jovial Crew
"Sea Chanteys Tonight" reads the banner that flies above The Griswold Inn every Monday. The Jovial Crew brings our Tap Room to life with this old seafaring tradition, extremely popular today. "Jovial Crew" is a good description for both performers and patrons, a very spirited bunch - and a very spirited evening indeed! Everyone should experience this - at least once!
Find out more »
GRISWOLD INN © ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
The Griswold Inn. 36 Main Street Essex, CT 06426
Phone: 860.767.1776 | Fax: 860.767.0481
