'Tis the season for holiday fun and more things to do in Connecticut this weekend. Kid's Gingerbread House Decorating Workshop photo courtesy of Lyman Orchards
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Get into the spirit of the season with holiday activities like Magic of Lights at Pratt & Whitney Stadium. Photo courtesy of XL Center
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Polar Express trains are coming to towns all over New England for Christmas 2024! Essex Steam Train Railroad photo courtesy of Mommy Poppins.
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Grab some friends for some birthday laps around the track. Photo courtesy of RPM Raceway
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Costumed interpreters share stories of colonial life along the historic Mystic seaport. Photo courtesy of the Mystic Seaport Museum
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As classic as the roller rink or modern as a VR experience, these fun indoor places are perfect spots for teens and tweens to hang out! Photo by Ally Noel
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Flat walking trails make Wharton Brook State Park a sure bet for kid hikers. Photo by Mommy Poppins
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Practice new skills at Calf's Pasture Beach, photo courtesy of Norwalk Skate Park, Facebook
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Things To Do in Connecticut this Weekend: St. Patrick's Parade, Lego, Maya Mysteries

Kids can learn about architecture and other wonders at Maya: Hidden Worlds Revealed. Photo courtesy of Connecticut Science Center
Kids can learn about architecture and other wonders at Maya: Hidden Worlds Revealed. Photo courtesy of Connecticut Science Center
3/4/20 - By Donald Eng

Saint Patrick's Day may not be for another week, but you can get an early start on the festivities this weekend with the annual parade in Stamford. If lots of Irish-themed marchers aren't your thing, how about helping assemble an undersea Lego creation in Norwalk, learning about the mysteries of the Maya in Hartford, or taking in some live theater in Bridgeport and New Haven?

Of course, maple sugaring and other winter festivities are ongoing, especially in Woodbury, Ansonia, and Middletown.

We update our Events Calendar frequently so be sure to check back for even more great suggestions. To keep up with the latest family-friendly events and activities, sign up for our newsletters, and follow us on Facebook, and Instagram. Have a fantastic weekend!

 

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Things To Do All Weekend

Maya: Hidden Worlds Revealed - CANCELED

Hartford
More than 230 Maya artifacts and two dozen hands-on activities will highlight the CT Science Center's Maya: Hidden Worlds Revealed traveling exhibit opening March 7. READ MORE

Outdoor Skating in Middletown - CANCELED

Middletown
Middletown's ice skating rink is open for the season. Skating is weekends from 11am to 3pm and continues until spring. Special evening skates with themes the last Saturday of each month. READ MORE

Tapping Day at Flanders Nature Center

Woodbury
It all begins when the temperature rises above freezing during the day and falls below freezing at night. These conditions trigger the sap to begin to flow up the tree. A healthy tree can produce a gallon of sap a day on a good day. It takes 40 gallons to make 1 gallon of syrup. READ MORE

Bald Eagle Viewing at Shepaug Dam

Southbury
The Shephaug eagle viewing site is open for another season. Specialists with telescopes will be available to help viewers spot eagles and other birds of prey. Please make reservations. READ MORE

Cats at the Shubert

New Haven
Rediscover this classic Broadway musical, featuring the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber. Winner of seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical. Girl Scouts can earn a Shubert patch. READ MORE

LEGO weekend at the Maritime Aquarium

Norwalk
Help create an enormous ocean scene at the Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk. Experts will be on hand to help design and build a coral reef scene in the Newman's Own Hall.  READ MORE
Learn how to build a Nest Box to give birds a home in your yard. Photo courtesy of Audubon Greenwich
Learn how to build a Nest Box to give birds a home in your yard. Photo courtesy of Audubon Greenwich

Things To Do Saturday

Kids’ Nature Night: Cave Crawlers!

New Fairfield
Join Great Hollow Nature Preserve for this nature night exploration of the dark and mysterious world of caves! We’ll learn about how caves are formed, what creatures live in caves, and how humans have interacted with caves over the centuries. READ MORE

Stamford St. Patrick's Day Parade

Stamford
Celebrate Irish culture and heritage at the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade in Stamford.  The parade will step off at the corner of Main Street and Washington Ave. READ MORE

Cereal Day

Bristol
Come to Bristol Library for stories and crafts themed around one of our favorite breakfast foods- cereal! Open to children of all ages and no registration required. READ MORE

Family Nest Box Building Workshop

Greenwich
Learn how to host House Wrens, Chickadees and other birds in your own yard by building them a nestbox. READ MORE

Goats N’ Pajamas

Southington
Come with your family to put the herd to bed, cuddle with your favorite goat, and experience pure silliness together. You will be brushing the goats, feeding them, and putting pajamas, tutus, and other costumes on the goats. READ MORE

Jurassic World Live Tour

Bridgeport
Jurassic World comes to life for the first time in a touring arena show! Your trip to Isla Nublar takes a terrifying turn after the Indominus rex escapes and causes chaos in the park.  READ MORE

Best Birthday Party Ever! at Stepping Stones

Norwalk
Stepping Stones is Twenty and everyone is invited to the Best Birthday Party Ever! Enjoy a FREE, day-long birthday party that includes live entertainment, learning-inspired games and activities, and of course, cupcakes! READ MORE
Meriden hosts a mineral show. Photo by Ally Noel
Meriden hosts a mineral show. Photo by Ally Noel

Things To Do Sunday

"The Magic Recorder" Family Concert

Norwalk
The American Classical Orchestra and its award-winning Classical Music for Kids program celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2019–2020 with the return of one of our most popular programs “The Magic Recorder” at the Norwalk Concert Hall for a family matinee. READ MORE

Daylight Saving Hike

Milford
Celebrate the arrival of Daylight Saving Time with a late afternoon walk through Trail Wood.  READ MORE

Maple Sugaring in Your Own Backyard

Canton
This annual demonstration teaches families to make maple syrup the easy way. Learn the entire process, from identifying the right trees to sampling the finished product. READ MORE

Meriden Gem Show

Meriden
The Lapidary & Mineral Society of Central Connecticut will hold the 52nd Annual Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show on March 2 and 3. 20 quality vendors, educational exhibits, beads, lapidary supplies, LIVE gem cutting  demonstrations, wire wrapping and free kids games. READ MORE

Guided Nature Hike: CANCELED

Ansonia
Take a guided hike on 2.5 miles of trails at the 150-acre Ansonia Nature Center property. The center's forest, fields and pond change with the seasons so each hike is unique. READ MORE

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