Get out in CT this weekend with MLK Community Day at New Britain Museum of American Art. Event photo courtesy of the museum.

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Kick off 2025 with fun and free things to do in Connecticut this January! Family Day event photo courtesy of the Yale University Art Galleries.

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Bubbles are a classic free fun activity for Connecticut kids

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By land, by sea, by river—however!— families are coming to the best Museums in Connecticut! Connecticut River Museum photo by Ally Noel for Mommy Poppins

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Our ultimate family bucket list has all the things to do in Connecticut before kids grow up. Photo courtesy of Lake Compounce

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Grab some friends for some birthday laps around the track. Photo courtesy of RPM Raceway

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Indoor spots offer plenty of adventure in Connecticut.

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Don't sweat the weather, because the best indoor water parks in New England are waiting for year-round fun! Photo courtesy of Jay Peak Resort

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Groupon's online marketplace offers tons of discounts on activities for kids and families.

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Bike the ground of Fort Trumbull. Photo courtesy Visit CT

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

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Find a sweet treat for the whole family at the best places for breakfast in Connecticut with kids! Photo courtesy of Hotcakes

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As classic as the roller rink or modern as a VR experience, these fun indoor places are perfect spots for teens and tweens to hang out! Photo by Ally Noel

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Parents can enjoy some relaxation when their kids spend time at the

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A double slide at Jonathan's Dream. Photo courtesy of O'Brien and Sons Landscape Structures

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Those eight crazy nights are approaching and we’ve got everything you need to celebrate Hanukkah with your family. Photo courtesy Cottonbro Studios

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Flat walking trails make Wharton Brook State Park a sure bet for kid hikers. Photo by Mommy Poppins

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Take a step back in time with a visit to Mystic Seaport. Photo courtesy of Ally Noel

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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

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Outdoor fun and healthy activity await at one of the top Connecticut playgrounds! Jonathan's Dream playground photo courtesy of O'Brien & Sons

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Run through the vineyards at Aquila's Nest. Photo courtesy of Aquila's Nest, Facebook

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Practice new skills at Calf's Pasture Beach, photo courtesy of Norwalk Skate Park, Facebook

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Create colorful storm clouds out of shaving cream and food coloring.

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

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The festivities get downright magical with Kids' Birthday Party Entertainers in CT! Photo courtesy of Dean Davids Magician

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Find family fare and great deals at these Connecticut restaurants where kids eat free! Photo courtesy of Canva

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There's winter fun to be had with the top things to do this weekend in Connecticut! Winter fun in Connecticut photo by Clara S. via Flickr 2.0

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Free Outdoor Movies in Connecticut with Kids Summer 2024

Connecticut has plenty of free outdoor movies for kids this summer, so get your popcorn ready!

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Connecticut's free outdoor movies are a fun way to stretch your summer budget. Parents are always on the lookout for summer activities, and free movies fit the bill. After day-camp is done and the amusement parks have been covered, a free outdoor movie sounds great! Gather the folding chairs, blankets, and some snacks. It's time to make your way over to one of these fun, outdoor flicks that will change the whole move-watching experience for your kiddos. And don't forget your bug-spray.

If you're looking to mark something else off the summer bucket list, pack up the car and check out our list of Drive-In Movie Theaters in Connecticut.