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Weekday Picks for Connecticut Kids: Hot Air Balloons, Fairs and Tennis August 24-28

8/23/15 - By Mary Beth Lawlor

We've collected some of our favorite activities for the week from across the state, including a Hot Air Balloon Festival, the CT Open Tennis Tournament, Stand Up Paddleboarding, and so much more. Whatever you decide to do this week, don't forget to check the full Event Calendar for more fun things to do!

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Monday, August 24
Connecticut Open Tennis Tournament at Yale – New Haven
In addition to great tennis matches, there will be live music, a food court, autograph signings and kids' activities. Daily tickets and packages available for any price range.

See all Monday events.

Tuesday, August 25
Back to School Crafts Buffet  – Farmington
Let your creativity flow and create some awesome back-to-school crafts! Drop by and work on what you'd like, at your own pace. Best suited to children ages 7 and up. No registration required. Free.

See all Tuesday events.

Wednesday, August 26
Stand Up Paddleboarding Course – Danbury
Discover the East Coast's answer to surfing in this class at Lake Kenosia Park offered by LL Bean. Kids ages 8 and over can learn the basics of this fun new sport. All equipment and instruction are provided. Preregistration required.

See all Wednesday events.

Thursday, August 27
The Brooklyn Fair – Brooklyn
Fireworks, baking contests, truck pulls, arm-wrestling contests, animal competitions, an entire kids' stage with shows, crafts and interactive demonstrations all at one of the oldest continuously run fairs in the U.S..

See all Thursday events.

Friday, August 28
Plainville Hot Air Balloon Festival – Plainville
Enjoy this visual spectacle of hot air balloons floating by in the sky! Fireworks, craft fair, live music and a car show all weekend. 

See all Friday events.