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Spring Activities Guide for Connecticut Kids

Lake Compounce is scheduled to open Memorial Day weekend. Photo courtesy of the amusement park

Spring Bucket List: The Best Things To Do in Connecticut with Kids this Spring

From baby animals to Thomas the Train rides, spring is packed with family fun.

Connecticut sure knows how to celebrate the arrival of spring! Photo by Ally Noel

Gorgeous Flower Fields in Connecticut: Best Blooms and Flower Picking

Soak in the natural beauty of a Connecticut spring at these destinations.

It's daffodil season in Connecticut! Photo by Ally Noel

Spring Festivals and Fairs in Connecticut for Kids and Families

Flowers, farms, and lots of fun this spring in CT.

Let the kids test their bravery with an Adventure Park challenge. Photo by Ally Noel

20+ Spring Day Trips That Connecticut Kids Will Love

These day trips let the whole family soak up springtime vibes.

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.

Immerse yourself in the colors and blooms at the Colorblends' garden. Photo by Ally Noel

Spring Break 2022: The Best Things To Do in Connecticut with Kids on Vacation

Check out these spring break activities—no plane ticket necessary!

Revel in nature's majesty at Webb Mountain. Photo by Ally Noel

Best Nature Centers in Connecticut To Visit with Kids

Nature center outings are fun, enriching and affordable.

From rolling hills and lakes to scenic views and summits, there's great outdoor adventure for families at Connecticut state parks. Photo courtesy of Visit CT

25 Connecticut State Parks and Forests That Are Great to Visit with Kids

Free Connecticut state parks and forests are great outdoor family destinations.

Young hikes can tackle these short nature walks. Photo courtesy of Roaring Brook Nature Center

A Dozen Short Hikes in Connecticut for Preschoolers and Toddlers

Discover hikes under a mile that are just enough for the youngest.

Photo by Ally Noel

100 Things To Do with Kids in Connecticut Before They Grow Up

Here are our picks for the very best activities for kids and families in Connecticut.

Make reservations for Mom at someplace special. Photo by James Cage, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0

Best Mother's Day Brunch in Connecticut

Spoil mom (or yourself!) with a festive meal at one of these restaurants.

Farms & Pick-Your-Own Connecticut Guide

Find great pick-your-own fruit and vegetables in Connecticut.

New England Family Travel Guide

The best towns, museums, and more family-friendly attractions in New England.

Photo courtesy of C. Verge for Mommy Poppins

Guide to Playgrounds & Parks in Connecticut

New playgrounds, gorgeous parks, and more outdoor fun for Connecticut families.

While big kids zip through the treetops, preschoolers can play in the Adventure Playground in Storrs. Photo courtesy of Adventure Park

Zip Lines and Ropes Courses in Connecticut for Outdoor Family Adventures

These exciting courses allow kids to "fly" through the treetops (or over water)!

Bike the ground of Fort Trumbull. Photo courtesy Visit CT

Connecticut Day Trips Guide

Plan an easy weekend getaway or exciting day trip with the kids!

Misquamicut State Beach. Photo by Julian Colton/Flickr

15 Connecticut Area Beaches That Are Great for Families

These Connecticut area beaches offer a great escape on a summer day.

Celebrate Spring on the Farm at the Stamford Nature Center. Photo courtesy of the center

Best of May: 15 Top Things To Do in Connecticut With Kids

May flowers, holidays and more kid-friendly fun.

Springtime Visits to Baby Farm Animals in Fairfield County

Pick a beautiful day, and head out to visit some of Fairfield County’s newest - and furriest -...

Elizabeth Park Spring Day Trip With Kids

It's beginning to feel a lot like “spring” here in Hartford County with the warmer...

Fill a basket at the CT Audubon egg hunt in Fairfield, photo courtesy of the Connecticut Audubon Society

20 Great Easter Egg Hunts in Connecticut for Kids in 2022

Find eggs, bunnies, and treats at these exciting events.

Hop aboard for breakfast and lunch on the Essex Steam Train. Photo courtesy of Essex Steam Train

Easter Bunny Brunches, Trains, and Easter Pictures in Connecticut

Looking for Easter Bunny pictures? Hop over to these spots.

Outdoor Spring Fun in Connecticut

Young hikes can tackle these short nature walks. Photo courtesy of Roaring Brook Nature Center

A Dozen Short Hikes in Connecticut for Preschoolers and Toddlers

Discover hikes under a mile that are just enough for the youngest.READ MORE

10 Fantastic Stroller Hikes in Connecticut To Take with Babies and Toddlers

Smooth trails make it easy for you to explore nature on wheels.READ MORE

Farms & Pick-Your-Own Connecticut Guide

Find great pick-your-own fruit and vegetables in Connecticut.READ MORE

While big kids zip through the treetops, preschoolers can play in the Adventure Playground in Storrs. Photo courtesy of Adventure Park

Zip Lines and Ropes Courses in Connecticut for Outdoor Family Adventures

These exciting courses allow kids to "fly" through the treetops (or over water)!READ MORE

The rope climber is just one of the fun features at Rockwell Park. Photo courtesy of Bristol Parks and Recreation/Facebook

Top 12 Playgrounds and Parks for Family Fun in the Hartford Area

There are so many great playgrounds to choose from in the Hartford County area that you can go...READ MORE

Wondrous, Wild Waterfalls Waiting for You in Connecticut

Waterfalls that you and your family are going to love.READ MORE

Spring Day Trips and Travel for Connecticut Families

Are we in the tropics? It's warm and inviting at the Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory in Massachusetts. Photo courtesy of Katie Wadland

8 Easy Spring Break Getaways in New England for Families

Meet farm animals and brave waterslides on these easy, affordable family trips.READ MORE

Bike the ground of Fort Trumbull. Photo courtesy Visit CT

Connecticut Day Trips Guide

Plan an easy weekend getaway or exciting day trip with the kids!READ MORE

Costumed interpreters share stories of colonial life along the historic Mystic seaport. Photo courtesy of the Mystic Seaport Museum

Mystic, Connecticut with Kids: Top Things to Do on a Weekend Getaway

With its charming seaport and renowned aquarium, Mystic, CT offers year-round family fun.READ MORE

From rolling hills and lakes to scenic views and summits, there's great outdoor adventure for families at Connecticut state parks. Photo courtesy of Visit CT

25 Connecticut State Parks and Forests That Are Great to Visit with Kids

Free Connecticut state parks and forests are great outdoor family destinations.READ MORE

Adirondacks, Catskills & Hudson Valley Guide

The Hudson Valley and Adirondacks are packed with natural beauty and family fun activities. READ MORE

New England Family Travel Guide

The best towns, museums, and more family-friendly attractions in New England.READ MORE

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Pick Your Own Farms in Connecticut: Berries, Cherries, Peaches and More

Expect easy (and delicious) pickings at these PYO fruit farms this summer.READ MORE

Top Spots for Strawberry Picking in Connecticut

These kid-friendly strawberry picking farms in CT offer plenty of family fun.READ MORE

6 Little League Baseball Drills You Can Do at Home

Help your child knock it outta the park with these simple baseball drills. READ MORE

20 Fun Things To Do on Mother's Day 2022 in Connecticut

Celebrate Mother's Day in Connecticut with these kid-friendly activities. READ MORE

Best Mother's Day Brunch in Connecticut

Spoil mom (or yourself!) with a festive meal at one of these restaurants.READ MORE

Gorgeous Flower Fields in Connecticut: Best Blooms and Flower Picking

Soak in the natural beauty of a Connecticut spring at these destinations.READ MORE

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