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Weekday Picks for Connecticut Kids: Grinch Festival, Elf Workshop, and Ice Palace November 30-December 4
The holiday season is now officially upon us. There's lots of gingerbread making, tree lighting ceremonies, and Christmas light decorations to enjoy. This week we've highlighted some fun family events including an elf workshop, a Christmas Tree Festival, and a Grinch Festival.
For more options check out our jam-packed Event Calendar and Holiday Guide for all sorts of fun. Have a great week!
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Monday, November 30
Festival of Silver Lights at Hubbard Park - Meriden
More than 350,000 twinkling white lights and 200 figures make up the Festival of Silver Lights. Enjoy the lit up buildings in this spectacular display.
Tuesday, December 1
Elf Workshop at Stepping Stones Museum for Children – Norwalk
Join the museum for their special Elf Workshops where children can make holiday cards, snow globes and gingerbread houses.
See all Tuesday events.
Wednesday, December 2
Ice Palace at Westfarms Mall featuring The Peanuts Movie – West Hartford
Charlie Brown fans will love this interactive holiday display that showcases scenes from the new movie, plus a 30-foot Ice Palace with falling snow, a light show and other activities for the entire family. Interactive globes will feature graphics of the entire Peanuts gang enjoying a snow day ice skating and Snoopy taking to the skies to pursue his arch-nemesis, The Red Baron. Check out our recent review of the Peanuts Movie here.
Thursday, December 3
Fairfield Christmas Tree Festival – Fairfield
Bring the kids to visit Santa and have their photo taken while they read him their list! Enjoy a cup of hot cider while roaming the mansion's holiday decorated rooms designed by local interior decorators and artists.
Friday, December 4
Grinch Festival at Imagine Nation – Bristol
Join the joyful holiday celebration complete with Whoville hair styling, crafts, music, and sing-alongs. Meet the Grinch and his Whoville friends. Snacks will be created and provided by Jodi Fitz.
See all Friday events.
