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Weekday Picks for Connecticut Kids: Faeries, Fairs and Hayrides, October 5-9
This week we've collected some of our favorite activities from across the state, including the annual Portland Fair, Hayrides, and a Faerie Village. Apple and pumpkin picking are in full swing right now. Check out our Apple Picking Guide and Pumpkin Picking posts to find a great place near you. There are loads more ideas in our jam-packed Event Calendar. Enjoy your week!
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Monday, October 5
Halloween Hayride Spooktacular – Norwalk
This 15-minute family-friendly hayride weaves through a course of more than twenty vignettes, including scenes of popular movie and television characters, traditional holiday settings, and a musical light show.
Tuesday, October 6
Rick Riordan New Book Release Party – Chesire
Calling all Percy Jackson and the Heroes of Olympus fans! October 6th is the day that Rick Riordan releases the first book in a brand-new series: Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard, Book 1: The Sword of Summer. Enjoy some fun Norse mythology activities including a chance to win you very own copy of Riordan's new book. Free.
See all Tuesday events.
Wednesday, October 7
Wee Faerie Village: Whimsical Kingdoms – Old Lyme
Imagine fanciful edifices detailed with mini moats, pinecone pinnacles, fungus fortresses, acorn-topped timbered towers, bark-covered buttresses, fluttering feather flags, driftwood drawbridges…the list goes on and on.
Thursday, October 8
After-School Nature Club at Connecticut Audubon – Fairfield
After a quick snack everyone will head out on the trails to run, jump and explore throughout the Larsen Sanctuary, getting plenty of exercise and fresh air.
Friday, October 9
Portland Agricultural Fair – Portland
This three-day fair starts today and has rides, games, animal exhibits, live music, a truck pull, talent show, live music, crafts and racing pigs!
See all Friday events.
