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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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Flat walking trails make Wharton Brook State Park a sure bet for kid hikers. Photo by Mommy Poppins
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Take a step back in time with a visit to Mystic Seaport. Photo courtesy of Ally Noel
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Weekend Fun: Roller Derby, Easter Bunnies, and Nature Fun; March 30-31

Kids bond with trees—and one another—at the Mill River Park Scavenger Hunt. Photo courtesy of Mill River Park Collaborative
Kids bond with trees—and one another—at the Mill River Park Scavenger Hunt. Photo courtesy of Mill River Park Collaborative
3/27/19 - By Ally Noel

The birds are singing, the daffodils are poking through, and I have even seen some buds on the trees. March is coming in like a lamb, and Connecticut is greening up once again! It's a great weekend to explore the outdoors, and there are nature activities for kids in Darien, Weston, and Westport. The Easter Bunny is hopping through the state starting in Danbury. Plus, you can spend your whole weekend getting crafty at Java Jam, History Kids Craft Day, or Sunday FunDay Crafts. Looking for some faster-pace fun? The Connecticut Roller Derby Season Opener in Trumbull promises plenty of exciting action.

We update our Events Calendar frequently, so be sure to check back for even more ideas for kids' activities. 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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Big Games at Stepping Stones

Norwalk
Stepping Stone's newest exhibit, Big Games, premieres February 2 and presents giant versions of Jenga®, Four-In-A-Row, Dominos, Word Scramble , Playing Cards and more! READ MORE

Easter Egg Hunt with Branch and Poppy - CANCELED

Danbury
Troll around Danbury Fair and hunt for Easter Eggs before meeting the Bunny! Meet & Greet and face painting to follow. Ben’s Bells will be onsite to assist children in creating a custom wall mural for Danbury Fair’s new Family Restroom. READ MORE

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

Lamothe's Maple Sugaring

Burlington
Come see how pure maple syrup is made the old-fashioned way at Lamothe's Sugar House. Demonstrations every Saturday and Sunday. READ MORE
Java Jam provides lots of opportunities for getting creative. Photo by Ally Noel
Java Jam provides lots of opportunities for getting creative. Photo by Ally Noel

Saturday

Latimer Lane All-4-Kids Consignment Sale

Simsbury
The Latimer Lane School 2019 Spring/Summer consignment sale features clean gently used children’s items from 100 consignors. Selections include children’s seasonal clothing, outerwear and shoes; and a huge selection of toys books games outdoor play equipment, sports equipment, baby items (strollers carriers nursery decor), maternity clothes and more.  READ MORE

Open Art Studio for Kids at Grace Farms

New Canaan
Think, play, and create every Saturday at Grace Farms! Children and their adult caregivers are invited to spend time together experimenting with new materials and techniques. READ MORE

Mystery Animal Meet and Greet

Litchfield
Did you know that White Memorial has a variety of live education animals just waiting to meet you? READ MORE

CT Roller Derby 2020 Season Opener - POSTPONED

Trumbull
The CT Roller Derby 2020 Season Opener is a double dose of action, featuring the CT Roller Derby’s All-Stars vs. Penn-Jersey She Devils and CTRD’s Yankee Brutals vs. Gotham Diamond District. READ MORE

Java Jam

Norwalk
Spend some time at JAM studio on Saturday morning enjoying  art, live music & java. Preregistration is recommended.  READ MORE

Animal Meet & Greet- CANCELED

Darien
Get up close and personal with some of the creatures at the Darien Nature Center with Victoria Heyne. After the meet and greet she will lead a 45-minute guided walk through the trails at the Nature Center. You’ll learn to identify trees and signs of winter wildlife while enjoying fresh air. Suitable for all ages! READ MORE

Story Explorers: Angelina Ballerina The Musical

Westport
Angelina Ballerina: The Musical is coming to Westport Country Playhouse in April. Join the Westport Library as they take this childhood classic from the page to the stage. READ MORE
Sunday Explorers get to meet and greet the animals. Photo by Ally Noel
Sunday Explorers get to meet and greet the animals. Photo by Ally Noel

Sunday

Winter Sunday Explorers

Stamford
Come for one program or stay for the day! Some programs have limited seating. Strollers and late entries not permitted in the planetarium. Planetarium is recommended for ages 5 and up. READ MORE

Sunday FunDay Crafts

Washington
Do you have children who are experiencing a bit of cabin fever with the winter weather? Throughout the winder, IAIS will be offering fun, informal craft programs on Sunday afternoons. READ MORE

History Kids Craft Day

Norwalk
Have fun diving into history at the Norwalk Historical Society’s History Kids Craft Day at the Museum. Explore different historical eras by making exciting crafts and art projects! Use your imagination and creativity all while having some good old fashioned fun! READ MORE

School's Out - Spring Explorers

Weston
Spring is right around the corner and soon we get to see all the exciting things that it brings. During this adventurous day visitors will use their senses to explore and look for clues about all the local biodiversity. Examine things like bugs, plants, nature sounds, bird calls, natural instruments, wonderful smells and much more. READ MORE

I Spy Scavenger Hunt

Stamford
What can you spy with your little eyes in the Park? Join the Carousel staff for this fun yet challenging scavenger hunt for all ages. READ MORE

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