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Salute those who served and find fun things to do with kids this Veterans Day Weekend 2023 in CT! Photo by Michael Miller, via Flickr (CC BY-NC-ND 2.0)
Salute those who served and find fun things to do with kids this Veterans Day Weekend 2023 in CT! Photo by Michael Miller, via Flickr (CC BY-NC-ND 2.0)
11/8/23 - By Jennifer Coe

This weekend is the special time when Connecticut families will celebrate Veteran's Day. Grandpas, Uncles and Aunties, Sisters, Brothers, Dads and Moms will all be honored at several ceremonies all over the state from New Britain to Newington to New Haven. Other ways to honor those who have served include free admission at the New England Air Museum and running in a 5k. This is also the weekend when you can get outside to snuggle with a piglet, gaze at the stars and get out into nature. The temperatures may be dropping, but there's plenty to for kids of all ages!

Be sure to check out our guide to the Best of November: Top Things To Do in Connecticut with Kids. For even more ideas, make sure that you subscribe to our weekly newsletters and follow us on Facebook and Instagram so that you won't miss any of the fun. Have a great weekend!

 

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Kids Camp at Night

Trumbull - November 10, 2023
Christ Church Trumbull is hosting a Kids Camp at Night the second Friday of the month from 5:30pm-8pm. Kids ages 5-12 can come and hang out for different themed nights!  READ MORE

Elf the Musical

Fairfield - November 10, 2023
Come see Elf the musical, presented by Fairfield Center Stage. Based on the Will Ferrell movie, this show is sparkle jolly fun for the whole family!  READ MORE

Honor Our Vets Ceremony

Newington - November 10, 2023
Thank Our Veterans Ceremony is a special event created by the 8th Grade Students of John Wallace Middle School of Newington CT. The students honor veterans with music, poetry, and artwork. This program is open to the public. All Veterans are invited to attend. READ MORE

Weekend Workshops @ Wilton Historical Society

Wilton - November 10, 2023
On Saturday, November 11, from 11 am to 12 pm, the Wilton Historical Society will hold a Wreath Making Workshop for kids in celebration of Veteran’s Day. Each participant will assemble a decorative wreath adorned with burlap and cranberries, while Museum Educator Catherine Lipper discusses the significance and history of the holiday in the United States. READ MORE

Honor Our Veterans 5k

Westport - November 11, 2023
Join in for a run on Veterans Day for the newest 5K in the state. All abilities are encouraged. You can run or walk in honor of our veterans and in support of our men and women who have served our country.  There is also a FREE Kids 'Run for our Heroes' scamper.    READ MORE

Veteran's Day Celebration in New Britain

New Britain - November 11, 2023
Ceremony takes place at Central Park at 11 a.m. (While wreaths will be placed at all of the memorial monuments typically visited, a formal ceremony will not take place at those locations.) READ MORE

City of New Haven Veterans Day Ceremony

New Haven - November 11, 2023
The 2023 City of New Haven Veterans Day Ceremony will be held at New Haven City Hall. The Connecticut Minuteman Composite Squadron from the Civil Air Patrol will be the color guard. Soloist Ruth Rosa will sing the National Anthem and Peter Cannon will perform “Taps.” Following the ceremony at City Hall, commemorative wreaths will be placed at the World War Memorial on the Green and at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial on Long Wharf Drive. READ MORE

Get Social with a Piglet!

Manchester - November 11, 2023
Looking for something fun and unique to do? Come on over and pig pile! You can come sit, snuggle, hold, and watch the piglets play.   READ MORE

Veteran's Day @ New England Air Musem

Windsor Locks - November 11, 2023
Veterans and active military will receive FREE admission to the museum on Saturday, November 11th, in honor of Veterans Day. Please bring ID to receive free admission. READ MORE

Astronomy Night: Stargazing at Lyman Orchards

Middlefield - November 11, 2023
Head over to the driving range at Lyman Orchards Golf Course for a beautiful night full of stargazing with the Astronomy Society of New Haven. During the event, families will be able to see the two biggest planets in our solar system and their largest moons, as well as galaxies, clusters, and nebulae. READ MORE

Citizen Science Family Workshop & Scavenger Hunt

New Canaan - November 11, 2023
Embark on an informative expedition with fellow Citizen Scientists at Grace Farms. After a short introduction to the iNaturalist app and how it’s used by the global scientific community, head outdoors to start observing, recording, and sharing all the diverse life forms you discover.  READ MORE

47th Annual Frosty Fair

Colchester - November 12, 2023
The Colchester Hayward Fire Company Auxiliary is pleased to announce the 47th Annual Frosty Firehouse Craft Fair. The elves are busy preparing the traditional Frosty kitchen menu. Our bakers are promising that home baked goodies will be in abundance. The area's finest artisans and crafters will fill the firehouse bay area with their wonderous wares. Come get a candy cane from Santa starting at 11:30a and peruse Frosty's prize table!  READ MORE

Husky Run & Ruck

Storrs - November 12, 2023
NEW in 2023! The Husky Run & Ruck offers a 10K run, 5K run/walk and untimed 1 mile that all start and end in the heart of UConn Storrs campus. Taking place on Veterans Day weekend, the event will honor those who have served and benefit UConn Veterans Affairs and Military Programs. Join UConn Rec in a salute to service. READ MORE

Toys for Tots Collection Train

Various - November 12, 2023
The Railroad Museum of New England and Naugatuck Railroad are proud to partner with Operation Toy Train and the United States Marine Corps to benefit the Toys for Tots Foundation. We'll be running a special train and stopping at four points along our line, collecting toys to bring the joy of Christmas to less fortunate youth. We're encouraging our passengers, friends, and neighbors to visit one of these stops to donate a new toy (no wrapping paper, please!) to be collected by our train. All the toys we collect will be delivered to the Marines and redistributed within the collection... READ MORE

A Very Merry Princess Brunch

Hartford - November 12, 2023
Calling all princesses and princes to get all dressed up and join Parkville for a sing along with Snow Sisters Elsa & Anna and Holiday Belle, with a special surprise guest appearance! READ MORE

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