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The summer weather is bringinging families out for the top things to do in Connecticut with kids for June 2024. Garba360 photo courtesy of International Festival of Arts and Ideas
The summer weather is bringinging families out for the top things to do in Connecticut with kids for June 2024. Garba360 photo courtesy of International Festival of Arts and Ideas
5/31/24 - By Jennifer Coe

Looking for the best things to do in June 2024 in Connecticut? We have a list of festivals, celebrations, and more things to do with kids.

June in Connecticut brings fantastic summer fun, like Celebrate! West Hartford, the International Festival of Arts and Ideas, and the Rose Arts Festival in Norwich. If you're looking for a more personal experience, join the Family Friendly Candle Making Experience at Natural Annies or take in the vintage baseball game at Hilltop Farm. And, of course, this month has Father's Day, so maybe Dad would like a Father's Day Weekend Trolley Ride—for FREE!

If you're still looking for more fun, we've got it! Our Connecticut Summer Fun Guide is packed full of good events and activities. Get our picks for every weekend in your inbox and sign sign up for our newsletters.

 

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Festivals are popping up all over Connecticut this June. Celebrate! Photo courtesy of the Town of West Hartford
Festivals are popping up all over Connecticut this June. Celebrate! Photo courtesy of the Town of West Hartford

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SOLD OUT - Hot Air Balloon Glow at Lyman Orchards

Middlefield
Saturday, June 1
SOLD OUT Gather the whole family on June 1st for an unforgettable evening, the Hot Air Balloon Glow at Lyman Orchards Golf Club! Bring your blankets and chairs and enjoy dinner, drinks, live music, and the vibrant colors of hot air balloons at dusk. A unique experience to cross off your bucket list. READ MORE

Food Trucks on the River in Shelton

Shelton
Saturday, June 1
Look no further for your weekend plans! Celebrate Shelton brings 50+ food trucks, children’s activities, and crafty artisans. Family fun, Mobil bar and mini golf. READ MORE

Robin Hood's Faire 2024

Harwinton
June 1-30
The Robin Hood's Faire features a craft marketplace and entertainment set in the magic of Sherwood Forest. Guests are encouraged to dress in a favorite costume. Throughout the Faire are more than six continuous entertainment stages, plus interactive street performances that take place among the craft shops. READ MORE

Vintage Baseball Game at Hilltop Farm

Suffield
Saturday, June 8
Batters up! Teams in vintage gear play head-to-head from all over New England. 1800s rules are used to get the batter from 1st base to home.  READ MORE

Celebrate! West Hartford

West Hartford - FREE
Saturday & Sunday, June 8 & 9
Attracting nearly 40,000 people, Celebrate! West Hartford (CWH) is a family-oriented, two-day community festival on the grounds of Town Hall in West Hartford, with carnival rides, games, and music for all ages, plus a food court offering gourmet cuisine and festival food favorites.  READ MORE

Visit the Alpacas at Chakana Sky Alpacas

Chester
June 9 - 30
Chakana Sky Alpacas is a place for raising alpacas that honors the heritage of the indigenous peoples and animals of the Andean region, exists in harmony with our native land and its wildlife and provides sanctuary to those in need. READ MORE

International Festival of Arts and Ideas

New Haven
June 14- June 29
The International Festival of Arts & Ideas is an extravaganza of performing arts, lectures, storytelling, music, and conversations that take over theaters, town green, and open spaces in New Haven. The 2024 schedule runs from June 14 through June 29, and most events are free. READ MORE

Unicorn World at the CT Convention Center

Hartford
Saturday, June 15
At Unicorn World, you’ll be immersed in the magical world of unicorns. From meeting our unique, animatronic unicorns, to exploring the enchanted forest, to unicorn themed arts and crafts and much, much more=. Unicorn World will be like nothing you have experienced before. READ MORE

Father's Day Weekend Trolley Rides

East Haven
Saturday & Sunday, June 15 & 16
This Father's Day, treat the special men in your life to an exclusive behind-the-scenes adventure at the Shore Line Trolley Museum. Take a rare peek behind the curtain and witness the fascinating car restoration process in action during our Father's Day Shop Tours. READ MORE

Fairy Frolic at Walnut Beach

Milford
Thursday, June 20
The annual Fairy Frolic promises to be a night of fairy-filled family fun here in Walnut Beach—and everyone is encouraged to come dressed in her/his finest fairy attire. Start the evening off by flitting into The Giggling Pig, where you will be given your fairy name, a goodie bag that the fairies have left for you, and a map of the neighborhood and participating Walnut Beach Businesses. READ MORE

Rock n Roll Playhouse: Taylor Swift at Blue Back Square

West Hartford - FREE
Saturday, June 22
Do you love Taylor Swift??Join Blue Back Square for live music, fun and more. The Rock and Roll Playhouse will be here live on the Blue Back Stage for a kid's concert playing Taylor's classics. Families can also enjoy kids activities, a friendship bracelet making station, treats and more. READ MORE

The Science of Art: The Magic of Dye at Imagine Nation

Bristol
Monday, June 24
Have fun discovering different ways colors can be created and make something beautiful. During the "Science of Art" week drop off your student.A new spin on tie-dye using the power of melting ice to create unique and gorgeous patterns. Students will make their own tapestry square that will be brought home at the end of the week. READ MORE

Strawberry Recipes for Kids at Stew Leonard's

Newington
Monday, June 24
Prepare some fun strawberry recipes. On the menu: homemade strawberry brownies, a fresh strawberry jam, strawberry shortcake cookies, and strawberry puppy chow. Sign up for  one session, June 24 or June 25. READ MORE

PREPOSTEROUS! A Theatrical Clown Circus at Stepping Stones Museum

Niantic
Friday, June 28
Presented by Happenstance Theater, PREPOSTEROUS! is a sophisticated, family-friendly, pocket-sized clown circus packed with live music and ridiculous routines that are sure to wow and amuse.  READ MORE

Rose Arts Festival in Norwich

Norwich - FREE
Friday & Saturday, June 28 & 29
New England's largest free music and art festival, Rose Arts is not to be missed. Featuring family-friendly interactive activities, exciting art installations, and more than 75 performances spanning day and evening programs, this is a wonderful way to spend the day.  READ MORE

Family Friendly Candle Making Experience at Natural Annie

Bridgeport
Saturdays in June
Drop the littles off or enjoy the experience together and get ready to ignite your creativity and create beautiful, colorful candles & wax melts that will light up your room and your imagination. The kids candle making experience is the perfect way for kids to explore their artistic side and learn a new skill while having tons of fun. READ MORE

Learning Through Slime

Seymour
Mondays in June
Dive into a world of discovery with thrilling learning through slime program for toddlers. This program is the perfect blend of education and fun, fostering family bonds while nurturing young minds and fine motor skills. Don’t miss out on this dynamic learning experience where slime sparks imagination and discovery.   READ MORE

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