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Looking for the best things to do in Connecticut this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list!

Love seeing the changing trees and blossoming flowers every Spring in Connecticut? Then it's a the time to celebrate Earth Day! Spend time with the animals at Earth Day at Flamig Farm or explore the vernal pools at Earth Weekend at Denison Pequotsepsos. 

Saturdays is opening day for two great family-friendly places to have some fun: NAPA Auto Parts Opening Day at Stafford Speedway and Quassy Amusement & Waterpark's Opening Weekend. This is also the weekend to hop aboard the train with Essex Steam Train Day Out With Thomas: The Party Tour if you can still get tickets!

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Friday, April 25, 2025
Dress to the nines and come dance the morning away at Baby Prom!The library will serve some light refreshments, a photo station, and more.  READ MORE

Fairy Tale Scavenger Hunt at Hay Burr Inn Equine Rescue

Plainfield
Saturday, April 26, 2025
Get Ready for a Magical Day. A fun-filled Open House where visitors can meet incredible rescued horses and donkeys. Stroll along a scenic half-mile woodland trail and let your imagination soar! and keep your eyes peeled and your minds sharp as you solve riddles on the hunt for hidden fairies, majestic unicorns, and maybe even a friendly dragon or two! READ MORE

Earth Day at Flamig Farm

West Simsbury
Saturday, April 26, 2025
Come for the whole day or just sample the activities for a morning or afternoon. Your heart will be filled with new reverence for our planet, your tummy with delicious food and you will snap memorable photos capturing laughter and joy. READ MORE

CT Sheep, Wool & Fiber Festival in North Haven

North Haven
Saturday, April 26, 2025
The Connecticut Sheep, Wool & Fiber Festival is growing. This event is family friendly agricultural and a learning experience for the general public as well as shepherds and fiber enthusiasts.There will be a youth sheep program again along with dozens of vendors. READ MORE

Earth Weekend at Denison Pequosepsos

Mystic
Saturday & Sunday, April 25-26, 2025
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Spring into Nature at Darien Nature Center

Darien
Saturday, April 26, 2025
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Baby Shark at The SoNo Collection

South Norwalk
Saturday, April 26, 2025
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Battle of Ridgefield Weekend

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Saturday & Sunday, April 26-27, 2025
Mark the 248th anniversary of the Battle of Ridgefield at KTM&HC.Take our "War at Home" tour and learn about the experiences of the residents of our site during the Battle of Ridgefield, Connecticut's only inland Revolutionary War battle, on April 27, 1777. READ MORE

NAPA Auto Parts Opening Day at Stafford Speedway

Stafford
Saturday, April 26, 2025
Enjoy the opening day of race season at Stafford Springs. Watch Late Model 30-laps, SK Light Duel Preliminary Races 20-laps, Limited Late Model 20-laps and Street Stock 20-laps. READ MORE

Toast to the Trees at Earthplace

Westport
Saturday, April 26, 2025
Cheers to our trees on Arbor Day weekend! Join us and explore our trails while sipping craft brews. Along the way are activities and sparkling beverage tastings for the kids too. End your trail walk at our beer garden with full-size beer cans for purchase, food trucks, lawn games and a campfire with s’mores. READ MORE

Ct Foodies Fest in Milford

Milford
Saturday, April 26, 2025
A fun-filled event, with food trucks, live music, vendors, kids activities and more behind the Milford Library at Wasson Field and Pavilion. READ MORE

Earth Day Family Celebration in Trumbull

Trumbull
Saturday, April 26, 2025
Celebrate Earth Day at TNAC with FREE activities for everyone. Furry Scaly Friends will bring critters, Bartlett Tree Experts offers free tree saplings, and Long Hill Garden Club provides plant info. Enjoy giveaways, crafts, and learn about home energy solutions with Avangrid. READ MORE

Quassy Amusement & Waterpark's Opening Weekend

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Saturday, April 26, 2025
Quassy Amusement & Waterpark’s 2025 season opens on Saturday, April 26th from 11 AM to 5 PM. READ MORE

Earth Day Celebration at Fairfield YMCA

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Saturday, April 26, 2025
Celebrating Earth Day in Fairfield will be in full swing on Saturday, April 26th. Residents of all ages can participate in fun and educational activities  -- and score some giveaways too while renewing our commitment to protecting our environment. READ MORE

Don't Let The Pigeon Drive The Bus with Playhouse on Park

West Hartford
Saturday, April 26, 2025
It's not easy being the Pigeon - you never get to do anything. But when the Bus Driver has a crisis that threatens to make her passengers (gasp!) late, maybe that wily bird an do something. Featuring an innovative mix of songs and feathers, DON'T LET THE PIGEON DRIVE THE BUS! THE MUSICAL! is even more fun than staying up late and having a hot dog party. READ MORE

Essex Steam Train Day Out with Thomas: The Party Tour

Essex
Saturday & Sunday, April 26-27, 2025
Celebrate Thomas the Tank Engine's 80th birthday with family activities all day long at the Essex Steam Train & Riverboat. Each ticket includes a 25-minute ride with a life-size Thomas. READ MORE

Daffodil Day at the Wadsworth Mansion

Middletown
Sunday, April 27, 2025
This family event will be held rain or shine and is free to the public. On-site food, live music and entertainment. A family event! READ MORE

Touch a Truck at Dudleytown Brewing

Windsor
Sunday, April 27, 2025
Come join us for a day of family fun and excitement at our Touch-A-Truck event. Kids (and adults) will get a chance to explore and interact with exciting cars and trucks up close. READ MORE

Cherry Blossom Celebration at The Bushnell

Hartford
Sunday, April 27, 2025
Celebrate cherry blossom season with friends and family in Bushnell Park. This rain or shine event will have cherry blossom-themed crafts and activities, music from DJ Q-BOOGIE, and of course the Carousel is now open for the season! Enjoy food and beverages from our vendors and take your best Instagrammable shots against a backdrop of pink and white blossoms.  READ MORE

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