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Valentine's Day and More Top Things To Do in Connecticut February 2025

The snow isn't a drag when you have the top things to do in Connecticut for February 2025! Earthplace photo by Zoe Browne courtesy of the center.
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1/31/25 - By Jennifer Coe

February 2025 is bringing some fun to all those CT families who are in hibernation for the Winter! Celebrate the Lunarfest activities in New Haven (everyone wants to see the beautiful dragons, right?) in Hamden this month. Looking for Valentines activities?  Have your kids try their hands at Valentine's Cupcakes & Crafting at Giggling Pig. We also eagerly await the Groundhog to tell us whether we are in for warm weather; catch the prediction at the Groundhog Day Celebration at Ansonia Nature Center. 

And coming to the Hartford stage in February, Peter Pan at the Bushnell! Get your tickets now for a swashbuckling good time!

These are just a few of our favorite things to do in Connecticut this February—we’re adding more events to our family activity calendar every day.

 

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Groundhog Day Prediction at Lutz Museum

Manchester
February 1, 2025
Will we have six more weeks of winter, or will spring arrive early? Join us at the Lutz Children's Museum to find out!  READ MORE

Winter Festival at Burr Pond State Park

Torrington
February 1, 2025
Gather the family and friends and join No Child Left Inside for an in-person event with a variety of outdoor winter activities and programs. READ MORE

Sikorsky Saturdays at NEAM

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Saturdays in February 2025
Get ready for takeoff! Join the New England Air Museum every Saturday in February for Sikorsky Saturdays at the museum. READ MORE

Lunarfest Activities in New Haven

Hamden
February 1, 2025
February 1 at 10 am on Whitney Avenue ring in the New Year with New Haven's lion dance parade. After the parade, attend workshops, performances, and more at our partner venues. READ MORE

Paint Your Own Valentine Cookies with The Brush and Pallet

Torrington
February 1, 2025
Join Artist Carolyn Mitchell at the Brush & Pallet, our little studio among the Maples. What's more fun than painting these adorable Valentine Sugar Cookies! Each large 4" Sugar Cookie is fresh baked, frosted and stenciled with Royal Icing. Your paint pallet is edible food coloring and so easy to use. Your loved ones will adore these cute and delicious cookies, painted with love.  READ MORE

Take Your Child to the Library in Southington

Southington
February 1, 2025
Children ages 0-12 and their favorite adults are invited to join us for this library extravaganza from 9:45 to 10:30am! Join Princesses, Superheroes, and a few other surprise special guests to celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day! Come in costume, or your favorite outfit, to meet some of your favorite characters. Listen to a story. Do a little singing, join in a dance party, and take some great pictures! Costumes and photography are encouraged! The fun starts at 9:45am on Saturday, February 1st. Though this program is happening twice, children may only register and attend ONE time... READ MORE

River Tales at The CT River Museum

Essex
February 1, 2025
A program just for kids 4+ and their caregivers, River Tales includes a story and craft activity themed around nature. In February, we’ll read The Eagles are Back by Jean Craighead George and participants will make their own family of eagles and a nest for them to live in. READ MORE

Science Solvers: Fossils at The Bruce Museum

Greenwich
February 1-2, 2025
Science Solvers: Fossils–A drop-in program designed for children aged 4 and up and their families. Participants will explore simple science concepts and subjects while partaking in fun, kid-friendly experiments, projects, and crafts inspired by the Museum’s collections and exhibitions.  READ MORE

Groundhog Day Celebration at Ansonia Nature Center

Ansonia
February 2, 2025
Groundhog Day has been celebrated on February 2nd for nearly two hundred years. Find out more about this quirky folk holiday, as well as what real groundhogs are like in their natural habitat. READ MORE

Taylor Nation: Taylor Swift Tribute Show

Uncasville
February 2, 2025
Leading the charge is the extraordinary Melody Ebner, a renowned songstress hailing from the vibrant city of San Diego. With a voice that commands attention and a passion for Taylor Swift’s artistry, Melody is the driving force behind this unforgettable tribute experience. Taylor Nation is not just a band; it’s a time-traveling musical expedition. READ MORE

Valentines Cupcakes & Crafting at Giggling Pig

Milford
February 4, 2025
Join Giggling Pig for Valentine Cupcake & Crafting at the studio. During this 90 minute class, each child will receive a cupcake-decorating kit including four cupcakes, frosting and decorations crafted by Sunshine Sweets. READ MORE

Peter Pan at The Bushnell

Hartford
February 4 - 9, 2025
The adventure begins when PETER PAN and his mischievous sidekick, Tinker Bell, visit the bedroom of the Darling children late one night. With a sprinkle of fairy dust and a few happy thoughts, the children are taken on a magical journey they will never forget. This extraordinary musical full of excitement and adventure features iconic and timeless songs including “I’m Flying,” “I Gotta Crow,” “I Won’t Grow Up” and “Neverland.”  READ MORE

Valentines Day Dance at MyGym

West Hartford
February 6, 2025
A great family event. There will be dancing, Snacks, Picture Station, Valentine's Craft Station and much much more... Everyone's Invited in their fanciest attire of course! READ MORE

Super Bowl Party at Stew Leonard's

Newington
February 7, 2025
Calling all football fans! At this event kids will be preparing pizza bites, guacamole, nachos, and a sweet cookie dough dip. Each child will also get to create keychains for their favorite team.   READ MORE

Winterfest at Hungerford

Kensington
February 8, 2025
Enjoy the activities of Winter at Hungerford Nature Center. Make Smores by a fire, drink hot cocoa, have a story read, meet and greet with the animals and more. READ MORE

Black History Month Celebration in Mystic

Mystic
February 8, 2025
The celebration kicks off on at the Mystic flagpole where Connecticut’s 17th State Troubadour, Nekita Waller, will perform the Black National Anthem (Lift Every Voice and Song). That will be followed by a march up to Union Baptist Churchfor a morning program that includes speakers and a student panel discussion. READ MORE

Stuffed Animal Sleepover: Love Bugs! at The Matt

Waterbury
February 13, 2025
Wear your PJ’s, bring a stuffed friend, take a short tour of our gallery and do an art activity to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Create love bugs to give to your loved ones. READ MORE

Stomp and Splash Hip Hop Sensory Friendly Event for Kids at the Bushnell

Bushnell
February 15, 2025
Get your body and creative juices flowing with two fun workshops... hip-hop and arts! Accommodations for all levels and abilities will be provided. READ MORE

DIY Cocoa Kits for Kids at Manross

Bristol
February 19, 2025
Join Manross Memorial Library for a fun-filled event where you can create your very own cocoa kits! Get creative with different flavors, toppings & add-ins. READ MORE

Lunar New Year Celebration at CT Museum of History and Culture

Manchester
February 22, 2025
Celebrate the Year of the Snake with Connecticut’s vibrant Asian American Pacific Islander community. Let’s unite as friends, neighbors, and supporters to welcome prosperity and good fortune in the year ahead. READ MORE

Maple Sugar Magic at Earthplace

Westport
Febraury 23, 2025
Late winter is the perfect time to take part in the New England tradition of maple sugaring. Join us for a walk in the woods to learn about the history of maple sugaring and how to identify maple trees, help tap a tree to collect sap, learn how you can make your own maple syrup at home, and taste fresh maple sap, syrups, and other maple goodies around the campfire. READ MORE

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