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2/28/25 - By Jennifer Coe

Looking for the best things to do in Connecticut this March? St. Patrick's Day brings Irish festivities to the Nutmeg State!

Don your green garb because St. Patty's Day is big in Connecticut starting with the annual Annual Greater Hartford St. Patrick's Day Parade. Take advantage of several events throughout the state including the Lyman Leprechaun Bash at Lyman Orchards Apple Barrel Farm Market and the Mystic Irish Parade.  There is a ton of big entertainment happening in our little state this month for kids. Laurie Berkner: Greatest Hits Live at the Bushnell will be here to entertain her young and grown up fans with her hit "Drive My Car." And Sesame Street Live at the Shubert Theater is coming, with Elmo and all his buddies too.

In March, the sap is running so don't miss this opportunity to learn all about how to make Maple Syrup at the Statewide Maple Syrup Weekend with locations everywhere. 

We're adding things to our family activity calendar every day, so don't forget to sign up for our newsletters for regularly updated events!

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Maple Sugar Days with Greenwich Land Trust

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March 1, 2025
Mark your calendars for this fun family event at GLT’s Mueller Preserve! Come enjoy the sweet taste of spring. The tradition of tapping maple trees for sap dates back to the indigenous people of the Northeast and was adopted by incoming European colonists. READ MORE

Maple Sugaring for Families at the Ansonia Nature Center

Ansonia
March 1, 2025
A very long time ago, the native people of the northeastern part of our country shared their sweet tree know-how with the newcomers from Europe. Ranger Dawn presents an introduction to making maple syrup the old-fashioned way, and helps us to choose just the right tree for tapping into this sweet treat! READ MORE

Annual Maple Sugar Festival in Washington

Washington
March 8, 2025
Looking for a sweet end to the winter months? As the days get warmer, but the nights remain cold, it’s the right condition for maple sugaring! Join IAIS staff for an event celebrating the gift of Maple Sugar. Throughout the day, our staff will demonstrate various traditional techniques for collecting sap and boiling it down into syrup and sugar. READ MORE

Annual Maple Sugaring and Pancake Breakfast at Indian Rock Nature Preserve

Bristol
March 8, 2025
The Pancake Breakfast and Maple Sugaring Demonstration at Indian Rock Nature Preserve will be Dine-In or Take-Out for 2025. Join them for a pancake breakfast featuring pancakes (plain, apple, and chocolate chip) served with ELCCT’s own pure maple syrup, bacon/ sausage, and choice of coffee, milk, or orange juice. READ MORE

Stepping Stones Birthday Bash!

Norwalk
March 8, 2025
Come one, come all and celebrate 25 amazing years of Stepping Stones Museum for Children! The 25th Birthday Bash brings the magic of the circus to life with dazzling professional circus performances, exciting circus-themed activities and immersive opportunities to try your hand at circus skills. Plus, don't miss delicious food demos and other whimsical surprises around every corner. READ MORE

Breakfast with Bluey

Stamford
March 9, 2025
Join us for a fun-filled morning at the IC! Bluey and Bingo from Disney’s Hit Show Bluey will be there to meet and greet all their fans. Enjoy a delicious breakfast while your little ones get to hang out with their favorite characters. READ MORE

Princess Ball at the Bijou Theater

Bridgeport
March 9, 2025
"Come one, come all, to the Princess Ball!" Join us for a magical morning at the historic Bijou Theatre with Your Premium Princess! This royal gathering features live singing performances by four beloved princesses - followed by an interactive DJ Dance Party where kids can dance their hearts out. READ MORE

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL: OVO at the XL Center

Hartford
March 13-16, 2025
OVO is a headlong rush into a colorful ecosystem teeming with life, where insects work, eat, crawl, flutter, play, fight and look for love in a non-stop riot of energy and movement. The insects’ home is a world of biodiversity and beauty filled with noisy action and moments of quiet emotion. READ MORE

Sesame Street Live at the Shubert Theater

New Haven
March 14, 2025
Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster, and their friends from Sesame Street are coming to your neighborhood to say hello. At Sesame Street Live! Say Hello, sing, dance, and play alongside your favorite furry friends, all while you follow Elmo’s puppy, Tango, in a fun game of hide & seek. READ MORE

Annual Greater Hartford St. Patrick's Day Parade

Hartford - FREE
March 15, 2025
The Central Connecticut Celtic Cultural Committee will be hosting the 2025 Greater Hartford St. Patrick's day parade on March 9th to celebrate the 52nd Anniversary of this great event!  The parade will step off from the Capitol building at 11AM. READ MORE

Lyman Leprechaun Bash at Lyman Orchards Apple Barrel Farm Market!

Middlefield
March 15, 2025
It's Shamrock Season and the Apple Barrel Farm Market is going All-Irish at the Lyman Leprechaun Bash all St. Patrick's Day weekend long! Enjoy activities on both Saturday, March 15th and Sunday, March 16th! Saturday, March 15th: 10 am - 11 am: Paperhouse Production singing Irish tunes* 11:30 am - 2 pm: Live Irish Music from Dan Ringrose* 12 pm - 2pm: DogStar Rescue, meet adorable adoptable dogs! All Day Activities: Festive St. Patrick's Day Deli Specials Green Apple Cider Donuts, same amazing taste - just more festive! Coloring Activity for the Little... READ MORE

Statewide Maple Syrup Weekend

Various - FREE
March 15-16, 2025
Join the Maple syrup producers all over the state in celebrating that sweet and tasty topping harvested right here in Connecticut. During the two day event, many sugarhouses across the state will be open for tours and will be selling their products. READ MORE

Princess Brunch at Sonny's Place

Somers
March 22, 2025
Get ready for a royally good time! Join Sonny's this March for our first-ever Princess Brunch, featuring an afternoon of fun with your favorite princesses. Tickets include a buffet, photo opportunities, meet-and-greets, and a 2-hour activity card. READ MORE

Laurie Berkner: Greatest Hits Live at the Bushnell

Hartford
March 22, 2025
A pioneer in children's music over the last twenty years, the legendary Laurie Berkner will bring such well-loved hits as "Bumblebee (Buzz Buzz)," "Victor Vito," "We Are The Dinosaurs," and "Pig on Her Head" to this performance, along with more recent fan favorites like "Waiting for the Elevator" and "Chipmunk at the Gas Pump.” READ MORE

Wicked Themed Brunch at 1741 Pub and Grill

Middlefield
March 23, 2025
This is the one the Wizard has been waiting for! Join the 1741 Pub & Grill for a Wicked themed brunch. Whether you're a fan of the misunderstood green witch or the sparkling Glinda, there's something wickedly delightful for everyone. Listen to the movie's soundtrack while enjoying dazzling themed dishes. Dressing in your Oz-inspired attire is encouraged, but not required. READ MORE

Monster Jam at the XL Center

Hartford
March 29-30, 2025
With events full of awesome trucks, amazing stunts, action-packed excitement and big air, you'll become a fan for life once you experience Monster Jam® live. Watch as 12,000lb trucks stand on two wheels and fly through the air. As a spectator on hand, you’ll be in the middle of all the intense action and get to score drivers in real time based on skills, stunts and saves. READ MORE

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