Griswold Inn

'Cocktail Piano' with Francine
2026-07-18 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-21 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-22 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-25 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-28 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-29 16:00 - 19:00 UTC | CT
Soak in the spirited atmosphere while Francine tickles the ivories in our Tap Room.

Local Honey Acoustic
2026-07-18 20:00 - 23:00, 2026-07-25 20:00 - 23:00 | CT
Singer/songwriter Erin Smith, formerly of the Dizzy River Band, joins forces with a changeable lineup of talented musicians. An uber popular group!

The Spirit of 1776: Stay & Play
2026-07-19 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-07-21 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-07-22 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-07-23 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-07-24 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-07-25 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-07-26 00:00 - 23:59 | CT
1776 is a featured production at the illustrious Ivoryton Playhouse from June 25th through July 26th. Complete the experience with an overnight stay at our 1776 establishment ~ The Spirit of 1776: Stay & Play package.

Mike Clifford
2026-07-19 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-26 16:00 - 19:00 | The Griswold Inn Tap Room, 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, 06426, United States
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.

Martin Kelly Acoustic Trio
2026-07-19 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-07-22 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-07-26 19:30 - 22:00 | The Griswold Inn Tap Room, 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, 06426, United States
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.

The Jovial Crew
2026-07-20 20:00 - 23:00, 2026-07-27 20:00 - 23:00 | The Griswold Inn Tap Room, 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, 06426, United States
“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!

'Cocktail Piano' with Ray
2026-07-23 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-24 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-30 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-31 16:00 - 19:00 | CT
Soak in the spirited atmosphere while Ray tickles the ivories in our award-winning Tap Room.

The Cherry Pie Band
2026-07-23 20:00 - 23:00, 2026-07-30 20:00 - 23:00 | The Griswold Inn Tap Room, 36 Main Street, Essex, CT, 06426, United States
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.

AudreyMae Bluegrass Band
2026-07-24 20:00 - 23:00, 2026-07-29 19:30 - 22:00 | CT
AudreyMae blends close duet harmonies and sharp picking to deliver bluegrass that’s both high-energy and lonesome. Rooted in tradition and named for Delillo’s Alabama-born mother, the band echoes the spirit of classic brother duos.
