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Guide to Holiday and Christmas Events for Connecticut Families

There may be a chill in the air but seeing Christmas lights on houses in Connecticut neighborhoods puts a warm smile on kids' faces. Photo courtesy of Amarantes Winter Wonderland
Best Christmas Lights on Houses in Connecticut
There is nothing like a display of Christmas lights on houses in Connecticut.
Catch a glimpse of Santa at Christmas Village. Photo courtesy of The City of Torrington
The 15 Best Holiday and Christmas Events and Activities for Connecticut Kids
Find the most memorable holiday and Christmas activities for kids in 2021.
Drive through the Magic of Lights in East Hartford. Photo courtesy of Mommy Poppins
Connecticut's Best Holiday Drive-Thrus and Christmas Lights
Add sparkle to the holiday and Christmas season with walk-thru and drive-thru light displays.
Millwright's is hosting a 4-course Prix Fixe Christmas Eve dinner. Photo courtesy of Millwright's Restaurant
Restaurants Open on Christmas in Connecticut
Relax and let these amazing Connecticut restaurants handle Christmas dinner.
Ice skating is a great family activity on Christmas Day or Christmas Eve. Photo courtesy of Winterfesthartford.com
What's Open on Christmas Day and Christmas Eve in Connecticut
Make the most of family time on Christmas Day and Christmas Eve with these fun activities.
Santa greets families on the daytime Santa Express and the evening Northern Lights Limited Christmas trains. Photo courtesy of the Naugatuck Railroad
45 Awesome Santa Activities for Kids in Connecticut
There are our favorite Santa activities across Connecticut.
Santa Claus is arriving by tugboat during Mystic River Park's Lighted Boat Parade happening Thanksgiving weekend. Photo courtesy of Thisismymystic.com
Free Holiday and Christmas Events for Connecticut Kids
There are many amazing and free holiday events to enjoy in Connecticut.
10 steam train coaches are decorated for Christmas, ready to whisk kids away to watch Santa as he prepares his sleigh. Photo courtesy of the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad
Polar Express and Christmas Trains in New England in 2021
Polar Express trains and trolleys are ready for Christmas magic in 2021.
Watch for the 15-foot-tall reindeer statue on Barber Hill Road in South Windsor to find Tuukka, Belle, and Rudy the reindeer. Photo courtesy of Dzen Family Tree Farm
Cut-Your-Own Christmas Tree Farms in Connecticut
Bring the whole family together to cut your own Connecticut Christmas tree.
You just might find that the Elf has joined the Wise Men in the manger. Photo by Matt Gosselin
50 Fun Elf on the Shelf Ideas for 2021
Simple but hilarious Elf on the Shelf antics to fill the next few weeks with holiday shenanigans.
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Christmas jokes for kids make the season a bit jollier all around!
25 Christmas Jokes for Kids and Holiday Riddles
Why was the Grinch such a great gardener?
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Holidays at Home

From onesies for baby to a kerchief for your pup, the whole family can get in the holiday spirit with matching PJs.
15 Cutest Matching Family Christmas Pajamas for the Holidays
Cute, comfy, coordinated jammies for your whole family.READ MORE 
First word, sounds like... Photo by Mommy Poppins
20 Fun Christmas Games for the Whole Family: Start a New Holiday Tradition
Let the holiday games begin!READ MORE 
Keep kids occupied while waiting for holiday fun. Photo courtesy of Tiny Expressions
Tried and Tested — 10 Brilliant Gifts and Kid-Entertaining Ideas for December 2021
We tested all the top toys and gifts so you don't have to.READ MORE 
Armed with our giant list of Christmas activities, you'll keep kids in Christmas crafts until the New Year!
101 Christmas Activities for Kids: Christmas Crafts, Christmas Decorations, and More
Keep kids busy until it's time to tear into stockings!READ MORE 
We’ve tested out dozens of Christmas cookie recipes over the years, and these are the very best.
10 Best Christmas Cookie Recipes To Bake with Kids
From a jolly Santa to a peanut butter Rudolph, these cookies are as tasty as they are cute.READ MORE 
Christmas jokes for kids make the season a bit jollier all around!
25 Christmas Jokes for Kids and Holiday Riddles
Why was the Grinch such a great gardener?READ MORE 

More Christmas Magic

Help us give back this holiday season by adopting a letter to Santa.
You're Invited to Join the Mommy Poppins Operation Santa Project
Spread some holiday cheer by granting a child's holiday wish.READ MORE 
Santa greets families on the daytime Santa Express and the evening Northern Lights Limited Christmas trains. Photo courtesy of the Naugatuck Railroad
45 Awesome Santa Activities for Kids in Connecticut
There are our favorite Santa activities across Connecticut.READ MORE 
Introduce toddlers to their ABCs with these Lego Duplo alphabet bricks .
Top Holiday Toys for Kids' Christmas Wish Lists
Ready your wish lists for babies through teens.READ MORE 
Give them something to be excited about when it's time to open stockings!
25 Cool Stocking Stuffers for Kids for $10 or Less
No coal this Christmas, just cool gifts under ten bucks.READ MORE 
Leavenworth, WA transforms itself into a snow globe at Christmastime. Photo courtesy of the Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce
20+ Christmas Towns and Santa's Villages That Absolutely Sparkle
Discover the country's best Christmas towns and Santa's villages.READ MORE 
Drive through the Magic of Lights in East Hartford. Photo courtesy of Mommy Poppins
Connecticut's Best Holiday Drive-Thrus and Christmas Lights
Add sparkle to the holiday and Christmas season with walk-thru and drive-thru light displays.READ MORE 

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25 Christmas Jokes for Kids and Holiday Riddles
Why was the Grinch such a great gardener?READ MORE 
What's Open on Christmas Day and Christmas Eve in Connecticut
Make the most of family time on Christmas Day and Christmas Eve with these fun activities.READ MORE 
Over 50 Last-Minute Christmas Gifts They'll Love: Experience Gifts for Kids
It’s not too late to pick up awesome experience gifts, classes, lessons, and more for Christmas.READ MORE 
20 Fun Christmas Games for the Whole Family: Start a New Holiday Tradition
Let the holiday games begin!READ MORE 
25 Things To Do Over Winter Break in Connecticut with Kids
Keep holiday fun going with these enriching activities.READ MORE 
Best Kids' Christmas Movies to Watch This Holiday Season
These kid-friendly holiday and Christmas movies deliver laughs and plenty of cheer.READ MORE 
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