September brings apple picking, fall fairs, hayrides, and many more opportunities for fun outings. Our event calendar is a wonderful resource full of events for Connecticut families, many of which are free or inexpensive. Top events in Connecticut in September include the popular River Fire in Putnam, when the Quinebaug River is lit up with floating fire pots and music fills the air, and for oyster lovers and kids who love the circus, there's the Annual Oyster Festival in Norwalk. 

Our list of the best things to do with kids in Connecticut this September is loaded with family fun, music, and excitement. Take in a laser light show, stroll through a farmers' market, or cheer on swimmers racing in open water. Visit each listing below to add your favorite events to your calendar. Be sure to sign up for our newsletters and get all our Connecticut picks delivered to your inbox.