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Hug a tree—it's losing its leaves! Photo courtesy of New Canaan Nature Center
50 Fall Things to Do in Connecticut with Kids
We have loads of ideas for embracing fall with your family in Connecticut.
Get in the field and pick your own pumpkin. Photo courtesy of Lyman Orchards
Pumpkin Picking Patches in the Fairfield Area
Pick your perfect pumpkin while having fun on the farm.
What shape and size pumpkin will your kids hunt for this year? Photo courtesy of Brown's Harvest
Pumpkin Patches in the Hartford Area
Your perfect pumpkin is waiting for you at one of these farms or patches.
Get brains and legs working in Lyman's corn maze. Photo by Kim Tyler courtesy of Lyman Orchards
Corn Mazes in Connecticut with Fun Activities for Kids and Families
Some farms offer hayrides and games along with spectacular mazes.
Rogers has two apple-filled orchards in Southington. Photo courtesy of Rogers Orchard
Best Places for Apple Picking with Kids in Connecticut
Pick apples and play at these local farms and orchards.
Invest in an apple corer; it will be useful for several of these recipes (and your kids will appreciate the "apple telescope" you can make using one).
Apple Recipes to Make with Kids: Making the Most of Apple Picking Adventures
What to do with all those gorgeous fall apples? Join your kids in the kitchen and try one or more...
Photo courtesy of Berkshire Botanical Garden
8 Fall Day Trips in New England for Families
Hike, play, and sample treats in these gorgeous, family-friendly locales.
Pumpkin decorating is a Halloween highlight for kids
Connecticut Halloween Guide
Halloween Fun in Connecticut
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Grab your list and head out for a scavenger hunt with the kids!
Indoor and Outdoor Scavenger Hunt Ideas for Kids (Cute Printables!)
Print out one of these scavenger hunts for a quick boredom buster!
Under cover of darkness, with a roaring fire and some blankets, prepare for a movie that might scare you silly. Photo by Ally Noel
30 Halloween Movies with Kid-Friendly Thrills and Chills
Queue up some mild Halloween frights for family movie night.
Invest in an apple corer; it will be useful for several of these recipes (and your kids will appreciate the "apple telescope" you can make using one).
Apple Recipes to Make with Kids: Making the Most of Apple Picking Adventures
What to do with all those gorgeous fall apples? Join your kids in the kitchen and try one or more...
Scenic Sunday Drives for Leaf Peeping this Fall in Connecticut
We’ve rounded up some of our favorite routes throughout the state with optimal leaf peeping views...
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Which pumpkin carving design will you choose? Spooky or sweet?
Easy Pumpkin Carving Ideas and Stencils for Halloween
Carve your jack-o-lantern to perfection with these templates.READ MORE 
Invest in an apple corer; it will be useful for several of these recipes (and your kids will appreciate the "apple telescope" you can make using one).
Apple Recipes to Make with Kids: Making the Most of Apple Picking Adventures
What to do with all those gorgeous fall apples? Join your kids in the kitchen and try one or more...READ MORE 
Under cover of darkness, with a roaring fire and some blankets, prepare for a movie that might scare you silly. Photo by Ally Noel
30 Halloween Movies with Kid-Friendly Thrills and Chills
Queue up some mild Halloween frights for family movie night.READ MORE 
Cozy up to private fire pits at Mystic KOA. Photo courtesy of the campground
12 Connecticut Campgrounds That Are Extra Fun for Camping with Kids
Take a fresh-air family vacation this summer.READ MORE 
Cheshire's Kids in Motion Playground offers a colorful backdrop and plenty of room to romp. Photo courtesy Cheshire Parks and Recreation
13 Amazing Playgrounds Worth Driving to Across Connecticut
Load up the car and spend a day at one of these destination-worthy parks. READ MORE 
Hiking is just one of many things to do in the White Mountains region of New Hampshire, but it sure delivers great views!
25 Things to Do in the White Mountains of New Hampshire with Kids
Mountain hikes, lakes, skiing, and more adventures await in New Hampshire.READ MORE 

Fall Foliage and New England Getaways

Photo courtesy of Berkshire Botanical Garden
8 Fall Day Trips in New England for Families
Hike, play, and sample treats in these gorgeous, family-friendly locales.READ MORE 
Scenic Sunday Drives for Leaf Peeping this Fall in Connecticut
We’ve rounded up some of our favorite routes throughout the state with optimal leaf peeping views...READ MORE 
There's food, music, and plenty of space to enjoy along with tasty beverages at Hawk Ridge. Photo courtesy of Hawk Ridge Winery
Family Friendly Vineyards and Wineries in New England that Welcome Kids
Sip and play outdoors at these beautiful wineries across the region.READ MORE 
All Aboard for Fall Foliage at the Railroad Museum of New England
When you live in New England, you tend to get really excited about all of the fall things. From...READ MORE 
B. F. Clyde's Cider Mill : A Delicious Mystic Steam Powered Autumnal Tradition
Come September, a kaleidoscope of colors begin to creep across the Connecticut hills, sweeping...READ MORE 
15 of Our Favorite Family-Friendly Fall Getaways in New England
Summer vacation gets all the attention, but in New England, fall can be an even better time to get...READ MORE 

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Family Friendly Vineyards and Wineries in New England that Welcome Kids
Sip and play outdoors at these beautiful wineries across the region.READ MORE 
30 Halloween Movies with Kid-Friendly Thrills and Chills
Queue up some mild Halloween frights for family movie night.READ MORE 
15 Halloween Activities That Make Great Trick-or-Treat Alternatives
Hauntingly fun Halloween activities for kids of all ages. READ MORE 
Spooky and Sweet Halloween Face Masks for Kids
These face masks pair well with a COVID-Halloween.READ MORE 
Pumpkin Festivals and Jack-O'-Lantern Displays in New England in 2020
Get outdoors (and inspired!) at these spectacular pumpkin celebrations.READ MORE 
25 Fun Halloween Games for an At-Home Halloween Party
Pick a killer playlist from these Halloween games, and who needs trick-or-treating?READ MORE 
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