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Enjoy the holiday weekend and celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day with the top things to do in Connecticut. Photo courtesy of Nowashe Village, from their 2023 event.
Enjoy the holiday weekend and celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day with the top things to do in Connecticut. Photo courtesy of Nowashe Village, from their 2023 event.
10/9/24 - By Jennifer Coe

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

If you are looking forward to the upcoming long weekend, start planning now! Mark Indigenous People's Day at Nowashe Village and learn all about New England Native history. Fans of Puppy Dog Pals, Spider-Man, The Little Mermaid, and Mickey Mouse, get ready. October 12 brings Disney Junior Live: Let's Play at the Oakdale to Connecticut for a fun and entertaining show.

Parents with younger kids will be thrilled with the "not so spooky" Halloween events happening all weekend. There's a Family Friendly Halloween Walkthrough at Flamig Farm, the Not So Scary Halloween Party at Giggling Pig and Scarecrows in the Village in Mystic.

To see what else is happening around the state, browse the Mommy Poppins Events Calendar. For the latest and best family-friendly activities, subscribe to our weekly newsletters. And follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Have a wonderful fall weekend with your family!

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Not So Scary Halloween Party at The Giggling Pig

Milford
Friday, October 11
Join The Giggling Pig Milford for a Not-So-Scary Halloween Party for a special night of Halloween magic. There will be crafts, face-painting, slime-making, & pizza. READ MORE

Pumpkin Patch Trains on the Naugy

Thomaston
October 11-13
Experience the views and colors of autumn throughout the Litchfield Hills on the Pumpkin Patch Trains.  During the Pumpkin Patch trains, visitors will also make a stop at the Naugatuck Railroad's very own pumpkin patch. Here, kids are able to select their pumpkin to bring home. READ MORE

Family Friendly Halloween Walkthrough at Flamig Farm

West Simsbury
Friday & Saturday, October 11 & 12
A LITTLE BIT SCARY, a whole lot of fun!  A Family Friendly Haunted Walk at Flamig Farm on Friday & Saturday Nights in October from 6-8pm.  READ MORE

Nightmare on Main in Willimantic

Willimantic
Friday & Saturday, October 11 & 12
Nightmare on Main is an annual Haunted History experience recommended for folks over 10 years old.  Prepare to be captivated, fascinated, and of course "frightened" as we explore creepy legends, myths, and folklore both locally and around the world.  READ MORE

New Canaan Nature Center Fall Fair

New Canaan
October 11-13
Join the New Canaan Nature Cente for three days of traditional family fun at their 54th Annual Fall Fair. READ MORE

Southington Apple Harvest Festival

Southington
October 11-13
Situated around the beautiful Southington Town Green, the Apple Harvest Festival is a family-oriented event which attracts an estimated 100,000 visitors annually. READ MORE

Halloween Adventures at the Adventure Park in Bridgeport

Bridgeport
October 11-13
Now that Fall is officially here, The Adventure Park is gearing up for autumn festivities. Enjoy the season with a fa-boo-lous adventure. READ MORE

Forest of Fear 2024 in Danbury

Danbury
October 11-13
Fridays through Sundays in October, something sinister is hiding in the woods behind the Saint Gregory The Great Parish. Each evening, the lights will be on for a no-scares Children's Hour from 5:30-6:30.    READ MORE

Scarecrows in the Village in Mystic

Mystic
Daily in October
Olde Mistick Village will be hosting Scarecrows in the Village this year. Come explore what each merchant has in store for their scarecrow display and support local business. Voting will take place throughout the village using QR codes throughout October. READ MORE

New Haven Chalk Challenge at the Shops at Yale

New Haven
Saturday, October 12
The New Haven Chalk Art Festival will provide a fun-filled day with entertainment and activities for the whole family! The entertainment will feature a roaming magician, face painting, lunch specials at Ay Arepa, and more! READ MORE

Kids Klub: Pumpkin Decorating in North Branford

North Branford
Saturday, October 12
Help your kids embrace their creative spirit this Halloween by making your own uniquely decorated sugar pumpkin. Plus, we have some exciting holiday-themed activities planned. READ MORE

Annual Witch Paddle and Coat Drive in Mystic

Mystic
Saturday, October 12
Wear your favorite Witch or Halloween Costume and come paddle in this Spooktacular  Event on the Mystic River. You must provide your own Paddleboard or Kayak, PFD, Paddle and Leash.  READ MORE

Disney Jr Live: Let's Play at the Oakdale

Wallingford
Saturday, October 12
Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let's Play presented by Walmart, Mickey is getting ready for the biggest playdate ever at the Clubhouse with all his favorite pals including Minnie and Goofy, the Puppy Dog Pals, Ginny, Bitsy from SuperKitties and Ariel  but mysterious weather keeps interrupting the fun. READ MORE

Pumpkin Palooza at Stew Leonard's in Danbury

Danbury
Saturday, October 12
Stew's Garden Shop is Bursting with local pumpkins. Those who buy a pumpkin at Stew's in Danbury on October 12th & 13th between 11:00AM and 5:00PM are invited to a complimentary pumpkin painting event outdoors under the tent. READ MORE

Pumpkins and Pints at Arch in Bloom

Greenwich
Saturday, October 12
Are you ready for a spooktacular time this weekend? The 5th annual Pumpkins & Pints is this Saturday. Come celebrate with us and our founder, Derek D’Andrea, over a cup of brew and some live tunes. We’ll meet you in the pumpkin patch. READ MORE

Celebrating Indigenous History Series at Meigs Point

Madison
Saturday & Sunday, October 12 & 13
Celebrating Indigenous People with a Series of Speakers, Hands-On Exhibitions, Music & Storytelling at Meigs Point Nature Center. READ MORE

Halloween Harvest Weekends at Designs by Lee

Stamford
Saturday & Sunday, October 12 & 13
Get ready for a spooktacular time at our Halloween Harvest Weekends at Designs by Lee Garden center! Join us Saturdays & Sundays for a Halloween pumpkin patch, free pumpkin painting (with purchase), kids crafts, delicious bites from Coalhouse Pizza trucks, exciting vendors, surprises, and family fun. READ MORE

Indigenous People's Day at Nowashe Village

South Windsor
Sunday, October 13
For this year’s annual Indigenous Peoples Day event, Nowashe Village and the Friends of Wood Memorial Library & Museum will be hosting a variety of family friendly activities.  All day from 11am to 3pm family friendly activities such as atlatl throwing with Dan Shears (Nulhegan Abenaki) and beaded crafts will also be offered. READ MORE

Girls in STEAM at the Carousel Museum

Bristol - FREE
Sunday, October 13
Women and Girls are invited to discover their STEAM power! Explore a variety of science, engineering, art, and physics activities including a visit from the Bristol Fire Department to discover how fire trucks pump water using water pressure! Get a diploma when you complete every activity! Sponsored by the Women and Girls Fund at the Main Street Community Foundation. READ MORE

First Annual Oddities Market at SportHill Farm

Easton
Sunday, October 13
See you Sunday Funday for their first annual Oddities market 11-4. Tis the season to celebrate and decorate with something unique and not mass produced. Food, beverage, pumpkin patch, pizza , market filled with seasonal produce and more.  READ MORE

Falling into Fun at TGLT

Canton
Monday, October 14
Join us for 'Falling into Fun' camp! Embrace the magic of autumn with a morning filled with exciting adventures, creative crafts, and seasonal activities. READ MORE

School's Out, Nature's In at Woodcock Nature Center

Wilton
Monday, October 14
School's out, but the woods are open! Campers will meet our resident animals, explore the trails, and learn what's happening in the woods and wetlands in Autumn. READ MORE

Native Americans of the Eastern Woodland at RBNC

Canton
Monday, October 14
Join RBNC to celebrate the native peoples who were here before Columbus. The program will discuss the wisdom and contributions of the pre-European native people of the eastern woodlands in New England. Then we will visit our longhouse, examine Native American tools, and learn which foods we inherited from them. READ MORE

Places featured in this article:

The Adventure Park at the Discovery Museum
Meigs Point Nature Center- Hammonasset State Park
Roaring Brook Nature Center`