New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill - 2:00 PM Pick
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Cape Cod Central Railroad Depot - various times Pick
Cape Cod Central Railroad Depot - various times Pick
CambridgeSide - 9:00 AM
Harvard Museum of Natural History - 9:00 AM
Museum of Science - 9:00 AM
Cape Cod Central Railroad Depot - various times Pick
Harvard Museum of Natural History - 9:00 AM
CambridgeSide - 9:00 AM
Roger Williams Park Botanical Center - 9:00 AM
Museum of Science - 9:00 AM
Harvard Museum of Natural History - 9:00 AM
Conway Scenic Railroad - 4:30 PM Pick
Granite State Scenic Railway - 4:30 PM Pick
Cape Cod Central Railroad Depot - various times Pick
Granite State Scenic Railway - 4:30 PM Pick
Conway Scenic Railroad - 4:30 PM Pick
Cape Cod Central Railroad Depot - various times Pick
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Weekday Picks for Connecticut Kids: Live Concert, Fair and Full Moon Hike June 1-5
Yes! June is here along with lots of excitement as the long days of summer approach. This week our picks include art, music and a full moon hike, and almost all are free!
Even though we only highlight one event per day in this post, there are many other suggestions in our Event Calendar. For additional activity ideas, check out our CT Beach and Water Fun Guide and our CT Day Trip Guide.
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Monday, June 1
Danbury City Fair – Danbury
Head over to the Danbury Fair Mall for this carnival fair. It's running from 5-10pm. Get a $3 discount with a receipt from any mall store. Great way to get into the summer spirit.
Tuesday, June 2
CHIRP Summer Concert: Della Mae – Ridgefield
This free summer concert series kicks off at 7pm in Ballard Park. Della Mae had a 2013 Grammy nominated album. Their music is fun upbeat bluegrass with country and a dash of pop. Bring a picnic and a blanket and enjoy the evening! Free.
See all Tuesday events.
Wednesday, June 3
Take Part in Art at Weir Farm – WIlton
Feeling creative? Discover your inner artist while sketching en plein air with graphite pencils, colored pencils, or chalk pastels all provided by Weir Farm. Free.
See all Wednesday events.
Thursday, June 4
Lunch Bunch – Kent
Looking for a low-key activity in a cute little village? Drop by the Kent Library with your lunch and enjoy stories while you eat. Free.
See all Thursday events.
Friday, June 5
Full Moon Hike – New Milford
Hike the lower fields at Pratt Nature Center by the light of the full moon then warm up by the campfire with marshmallows. Free.
See all Friday events.
Have a great first week of June!
