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The fun is steaming into Connecticut this weekend! Train Day Out with Thomas: The Party Tour. Event photo courtesy of the Essex Steam Train & Riverboat

Day Out With Thomas, Earth Day, and More Fun Things To Do in CT This Weekend

Celebrate Earth Day and more, this weekend in CT!

The kids can hang out and have fun with the top free things to do in Connecticut! Earthplace photo by Zoe Brown, courtesy of the center.

100 Free Things To Do in Connecticut with Kids

Explore the top free (and fun!) things to do in Connecticut!

Easter Egg Hunts and More Best Things To Do in CT April 2025 with Kids

Celebrate Easter, Earth Day, Spring fun, and more as April 2025 blooms in CT.

Summer camps help kids learn new skills and make new friends

Connecticut Summer Camp Guide

Find a great summer camp in Connecticut for your child!

Our ultimate Connecticut bucket list has all the things to do in Connecticut with kids! Mystic Seaport photo by author Kelly Patino

Ultimate Connecticut Bucket List: 100 Things To Do With Kids in CT

Explore our picks for the very best family activities in Connecticut.

From swimming to survival skills, Bushy Hill Day Camp features a range of fun nature-focused activities.

Bushy Hill: A Nature-Focused, Tech-Free Day Camp for Preschoolers to Teens in Connecticut

Hiking, swimming, water activities, and more.

Grab some friends for some birthday laps around the track. Photo courtesy of RPM Raceway

Fun Birthday Party Places in Connecticut for Tweens and Teens

Great venues in CT for older kids to celebrate.

Indoor spots offer plenty of adventure in Connecticut.

Connecticut Guide to Indoor Play Spaces & Fun Zones

Where to go and what to do with Connecticut Kids when you can't play outside!

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

Best Museums for Kids in Connecticut: Children’s Museums and Family-Friendly Museums

Explore hands-on fun at these kid-friendly museums in CT!

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

Best Indoor Water Parks in New England for Easy Family Getaways

In any kind of weather, New England indoor water parks mean family fun!

Costumed interpreters share stories of colonial life along the historic Mystic seaport. Photo courtesy of the Mystic Seaport Museum

Mystic, Connecticut with Kids: Top Things to Do on a Weekend Getaway

With its charming seaport and renowned aquarium, Mystic, CT offers year-round family fun.

New England Family Travel Guide

The best towns, museums, and more family-friendly attractions in New England.

Bubbles are a classic free fun activity for Connecticut kids

Guide to Free Fun Things to Do for Connecticut Kids

Find the best FREE things to do with kids in Connecticut.

Groupon's online marketplace offers tons of discounts on activities for kids and families.

Save On Top-Rated Connecticut Outings and Experiences for Kids and Families

Discounted bowling, movies, and more from Groupon.

Bike the ground of Fort Trumbull. Photo courtesy Visit CT

Connecticut Day Trips & Weekend Getaways Guide

Plan an easy weekend getaway or exciting day trip with the kids!

Photo courtesy of Flamig Farm

Best Petting Zoos in Connecticut: Animals Up Close at Farms and Petting Zoos

Find fun animal encounters at these CT farms and petting zoos.

Find a sweet treat for the whole family at the best places for breakfast in Connecticut with kids! Photo courtesy of Hotcakes

Best Breakfast Restaurants in Connecticut

Explore kid-friendly spots in Connecticut for pancakes, waffles, French toast, and more!

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

Fun Places in Connecticut Where Tweens and Teens Can Hang Out Indoors

Find fun indoor spots in Connecticut tailor-made for teens and tweens!

Parents can enjoy some relaxation when their kids spend time at the

10 Family-Friendly Hotels and Spa Resorts in Connecticut

Find rest, relaxation, and family fun at these hotels and resorts.

A double slide at Jonathan's Dream. Photo courtesy of O'Brien and Sons Landscape Structures

The Best Tot Lots and Toddler Playgrounds in Connecticut

Great playgrounds for preschoolers.

Ball pit fun at Chelsea Piers.

Great Birthday Party Places in Connecticut for Preschoolers

Fun parties for the toddler set.

Find family fare and great deals at these Connecticut restaurants where kids eat free! Photo courtesy of Canva

Kids Eat Free: Connecticut Restaurants for Every Day of the Week

Find great meal deals at these CT restaurants where kids eat free!

Flat walking trails make Wharton Brook State Park a sure bet for kid hikers. Photo by Mommy Poppins

A Dozen Short Hikes in Connecticut for Preschoolers and Toddlers

Discover hikes under a mile that are just enough for the youngest.

Take a step back in time with a visit to Mystic Seaport. Photo courtesy of Ally Noel

Top Attractions in Connecticut: Best Things to See and Do with Kids

Families visiting the Nutmeg State will find tons of kid-friendly fun.

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

25 Connecticut State Parks and Forests That Are Great to Visit with Kids

Free Connecticut state parks and forests are great outdoor family destinations.

Outdoor fun and healthy activity await at one of the top Connecticut playgrounds! Jonathan's Dream playground photo courtesy of O'Brien & Sons

Top Connecticut Playgrounds That Families Will Love

Load up the car and spend a day at one of these must-visit CT playgrounds.

Run through the vineyards at Aquila's Nest. Photo courtesy of Aquila's Nest, Facebook

The Best Family-Friendly Vineyards and Wineries in Connecticut

The kiddos can tag along at these family-friendly wineries.

Practice new skills at Calf's Pasture Beach, photo courtesy of Norwalk Skate Park, Facebook

Top Skate Parks in Connecticut

The best places to skateboard throughout the state.

Create colorful storm clouds out of shaving cream and food coloring.

25 Preschool Science Experiments: Simple Science for Toddlers through Kindergarten Kids

These preschool science experiments are simple and fun.

Revel in nature's majesty at Webb Mountain. Photo by Ally Noel

Best Nature Centers in Connecticut To Visit with Kids

Nature center outings are fun, enriching and affordable.

We’ve rounded up the best escape rooms in Connecticut for a fun family outing!

Awesome Escape Rooms in CT: Kid-Friendly Parties and Family Adventures

For a fun family challenge, try these CT escape rooms.

The festivities get downright magical with Kids' Birthday Party Entertainers in CT! Photo courtesy of Dean Davids Magician

Kids' Birthday Party Entertainers in CT That Come To You

Have the best home party ever using these kids' birthday entertainers.

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The fun is steaming into Connecticut this weekend! Train Day Out with Thomas: The Party Tour. Event photo courtesy of the Essex Steam Train & Riverboat

Day Out With Thomas, Earth Day, and More Fun Things To Do in CT This Weekend

Jennifer Coe, Apr 23 - Celebrate Earth Day and more, this weekend in CT! READ MORE

Mom will love a special trip to one of these wonderful Mother's Day brunches in CT. Photo courtesy of Ally Noel

Top Spots for Mother's Day Brunch in Connecticut with Kids

Ally Noel, Apr 20 - Treat mom to a fabulous Mother's Day brunch at one of these CT restaurants. READ MORE

Photo courtesy of Just Hatched

Best Baby Boutiques for Cool Baby Clothes in Connecticut

Kelly Patino, Apr 18 - Explore the best Connecticut baby stores for fun gear, cool gifts, and more! READ MORE

Jaws fans will love visiting Menemsha Channel to relive the shark attack on the Orca. Photo by User-Elkman CC BY-SA 3.0

Here's All the Ways to Celebrate Jaws' 50th Anniversary on Martha's Vineyard

Vanessa Leigh, Apr 17 - Heading to the Vineyard this summer? Prepare for a supersized shark celebration. READ MORE

Revel in the dirty hands! Outdoor activities help kids sleep better and jumpstarts their imaginations.

30 Easy & Fun Outdoor Activities in Nature for Kids

Sarah Banks, Apr 17 - Have fun in nature and get your hands dirty in the great outdoors. READ MORE

All dressed up ands SO many places to go for family fun over Easter Weekend 2025 in Connecticut!

Easter Weekend 2025 in Connecticut: Easter Egg Hunts, Yard Goats, and More Top Things To Do

Jennifer Coe, Apr 16 - Make the most of Easter Weekend 2054 in CT with these fun and festive activities. READ MORE

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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.

Polar Express Train Rides and Christmas Trains in New England 2024

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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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These classic family movies include wild adventures, sci-fi, and coming-of-age tales. READ MORE

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100 Best 'Would You Rather' Questions for Clever Kids

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