'Tis the season for holiday fun and more things to do in Connecticut this weekend. Kid's Gingerbread House Decorating Workshop photo courtesy of Lyman Orchards
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Cozy up to some holiday fun in Connecticut as December 2024 brings a little joy to the Nutmeg State! Photo courtesy of the Mystic Seaport Museum
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Connecticut is full of happiness, joy, and free Christmas and holiday activities, like Santa at Cabela's Wonderland. Photo courtesy of Bass pro Shops
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Raise a hand if you're excited for the best holiday lights drive-thrus and Christmas light shows in Connecticut! Magic of Lights photo courtesy of the XL Center
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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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Polar Express trains are coming to towns all over New England for Christmas 2024! Essex Steam Train Railroad photo courtesy of Mommy Poppins.
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Grab some friends for some birthday laps around the track. Photo courtesy of RPM Raceway
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Our ultimate family bucket list has all the things to do in Connecticut before kids grow up. Photo courtesy of Lake Compounce
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Don't sweat the weather, because the best indoor water parks in New England are waiting for year-round fun! Photo courtesy of Jay Peak Resort
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By land, by sea, by river—however!— families are coming to the best Museums in Connecticut! Connecticut River Museum photo by Ally Noel for Mommy Poppins
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Costumed interpreters share stories of colonial life along the historic Mystic seaport. Photo courtesy of the Mystic Seaport Museum
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Find a sweet treat for the whole family at the best places for breakfast in Connecticut with kids! Photo courtesy of Hotcakes
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As classic as the roller rink or modern as a VR experience, these fun indoor places are perfect spots for teens and tweens to hang out! Photo by Ally Noel
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Indoor spots offer plenty of adventure in Connecticut.
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Bike the ground of Fort Trumbull. Photo courtesy Visit CT
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A double slide at Jonathan's Dream. Photo courtesy of O'Brien and Sons Landscape Structures
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Ball pit fun at Chelsea Piers.
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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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From rolling hills and lakes to scenic views and summits, there's great outdoor adventure for families at Connecticut state parks. Photo courtesy of Visit CT
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Bubbles are a classic free fun activity for Connecticut kids
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Outdoor fun and healthy activity await at one of the top Connecticut playgrounds! Jonathan's Dream playground photo courtesy of O'Brien & Sons
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Run through the vineyards at Aquila's Nest. Photo courtesy of Aquila's Nest, Facebook
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Practice new skills at Calf's Pasture Beach, photo courtesy of Norwalk Skate Park, Facebook
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Create colorful storm clouds out of shaving cream and food coloring.
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Revel in nature's majesty at Webb Mountain. Photo by Ally Noel
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We’ve rounded up the best escape rooms in Connecticut for a fun family outing!
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The festivities get downright magical with Kids' Birthday Party Entertainers in CT! Photo courtesy of Dean Davids Magician
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Find family fare and great deals at these Connecticut restaurants where kids eat free! Photo courtesy of Bigstock
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Weekend Fun: March Madness, Celtic Magic, and a Botanical Circus; March 23-34

Get crafty at the Open Studios for Families. Photo courtesy of Grace Farms
Get crafty at the Open Studios for Families. Photo courtesy of Grace Farms
3/20/19 - By Donald Eng

It's the first weekend of Spring! And while this time of year can mean many things to many people, to a sports fan it's time for March Madness. Is your child a college basketball fan? UConn is hosting NCAA men's Division 1 basketball's first and second round action this weekend. Does your child's taste run more toward sticks and pucks? Head to Hamden for the Frozen Four NCAA Hockey Women's National Championship at Quinnipiac. If you're still digging winter, get some outdoor skating or winter hiking in. Finally, for some post-St. Pat's fun, why not take in some Celtic magic in Manchester?

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NCAA Men's Basketball

Hartford
The XL Center in Hartford hosts the first and second rounds of the 2019 Division 1 Men's NCAA Basketball Tournament. READ MORE

NCAA Women's Frozen Four

Hamden
Quinnipiac University hosts the NCAA Women's Frozen Four Division 1 ice hockey national championship. READ MORE

Outdoor Skating in Middletown - CANCELED

Middletown
Middletown's ice skating rink is open for the season. Skating is weekends from 11am to 3pm and continues until spring. Special evening skates with themes the last Saturday of each month. READ MORE

Museum Children Free Week

Woodbury
The Center’s Nature Museum provides a glimpse of the natural diversity found outdoors on the White Memorial Foundation’s 4,000-acre wildlife sanctuary, the largest privately held sanctuary in Connecticut! 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

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
You won’t be “Sorry” when you check out the Big Games exhibit. Photo courtesy of Stepping Stones Museum for Children
You won’t be “Sorry” when you check out the Big Games exhibit. Photo courtesy of Stepping Stones Museum for Children

Saturday

Maple Syrup Festival in New Haven : CANCELED

New Haven
The Maple Festival is a yearly tradition at Common Ground that celebrates everyone's favorite springtime forest product: maple syrup! See tapped trees, taste raw sap, sample fresh maple syrup, and sample the famous sap dogs (available in carnivore or vegetarian style). 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

Zero Waste Faire

Wilton
A inspiring and educational even to promot sustainable living for Connecticut residents of all ages. READ MORE

Celtic Magic for Kids

Manchester
Daniel Greenwolf and partner Bella bring Irish storytelling, visual magic, and silly comedy to this family friendly show. READ MORE

The Love of Three Oranges- CANCELED

Middletown
The Oddfellows Playhouse Junior Repertory Company presents The Love of Three Oranges, a zany commedia dell'arte show.  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

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
Hear Deborah Sampson's story of being the first woman to fight in the American military. Photo courtesy of Keeler Tavern Museum
Hear Deborah Sampson's story of being the first woman to fight in the American military. Photo courtesy of Keeler Tavern Museum

Sunday

Mystic Irish Parade

Mystic
Family and friends from near and far will join together as one community to celebrate love, hope & Celtic culture. READ MORE

Greenwich St. Patrick's Day Parade

Greenwich
Greenwich Hibernian Association is sponsoring their annual St. Patrick's Day Parade beginning at Greenwich Town Hall and making its way down Greenwich Avenue. READ MORE

Johnny's Jog For Charity

West Hartford
Inspired by the short but powerful life of Johnny Moran, Johnny's Jog supports three children's charities. The jog consists of a 5K run/walk/stroller push. Or simply come and enjoy the festivities that includes face-painting, bagpipers, Irish dance, and more. READ MORE

A Revolution of Her Own! Deborah Sampson

Ridgefield
Deborah Sampson was the first woman to fight in and be honorably discharged from the American military. Her story will captivate audiences in an immersive living history program written and performed by History at Play. Admission is FREE. Registration is requested. READ MORE

Catherine Violet Hubbard Sunday at the Sanctuary - Stone Walls for Wildlife

Newtown
Learn how to build your own stone wall habitat and find out why these structures are important to the survival of so many species. READ MORE

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