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Kick off 2026 with fun and free things to do in Connecticut this January! Family Day event photo courtesy of the Yale University Art Galleries.

Top Free Things To Do with Kids in CT in January 2026, According to Mommy Poppins Editors

Connecticut is filled with fun (and free!) activities for January 2026!

Sledding is a key part of a fun winter for Connecticut kids

CT Winter Vacation Guide: Best Getaways and Activities for Families

Find the best things to do with kids in Connecticut this winter!

Lay back and let gravity do all the work with the best snow turning in Connecticut for families! Photo courtesy of Canva

Best Snow Tubing near Connecticut for Families in 2026

Winter fun awaits with snow tubing in and around Connecticut!

Find fun for all ages at these Connecticut attractions, museums, and things to do! Photo courtesy of the Yale Peabody Museum

Things To Do in Connecticut That Everyone Will Love—From Toddlers to Teens (and Parents Too!)

Kids of all ages will love these things to do in Connecticut!

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!

New England Family Travel Guide

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

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.

Roll on in to the top birthday party places in Connecticut for teens and tweens in 2025! Photo courtesy of Bowlero

Fun Birthday Party Places in Connecticut for Tweens and Teens in 2025

Find great venues in CT for older kids to celebrate their birthday!

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.

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!

Hop aboard for a trip through Litchfield County and fun things to do with kids! Naugatuck Railroad photo courtesy of the Railroad Museum of New England.

25 Things to Do With Kids in Litchfield, Connecticut

Nature and history make beautiful Litchfield a day-trip heaven.

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!

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.

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.

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.

Ride, splash, and have gallons of fun at the best outdoor water parks in New England! Splash Away Bay Water Park photo courtesy of Quassy Amusement Park

Best Outdoor Water Parks in New England for Family Fun

Cool off with slides, wave pools, and more at these New England water parks.

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.

Lights are bright, shows are festive, and more holiday fun comes to CT this weekend! The Nutcracker Suite & Spicy photo courtesy of the event

Dinosaur World Live, Cocoa and Trains, and More Fun Things To Do in CT This Weekend

From shows to Santa sightings, celebrate the season in CT this weekend!

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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

Michael Del Llano, Jan 4 - Explore the top free (and fun!) things to do in Connecticut! READ MORE

Beach, volcano, chocolate, water sports, hiking, horseback, amazing food, incredible people... why St. Lucia should be your next family vacation. Photo courtesy of Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa

St. Lucia With Kids: Stay at Coconut Bay and Explore the Island’s Best Family Adventures

Meghan Rose, Jan 3 - We may have discovered paradise. And the perfect multi-gen vacation spot. READ MORE

Set a course for adventure with the top free indoor places to play in Connecticut! Photo courtesy of the Submarine Force Library and Museum

Free Things To Do Indoors in Connecticut: Indoor Places To Play on Cold and Rainy Days

Clementina Verge, Jan 2 - Explore our favorite free things to do indoors for kids in Connecticut! READ MORE

Does your family run on a host of pieces of paper stuck to the wall? There's an app for that. Photo courtesy of Pixelshot via Canva

Best Shared Family Calendar Apps (Tested by a Real Parent)

Ally Noel, Jan 1 - The best way to keep your crew organized. READ MORE

Can you believe National Pass Gas Day is a real holiday? It will be your kid's favorite. Photo by Canva

January Holidays for Kids: A Kid-Friendly Celebration for Every Day

Meghan Rose, Dec 31 - Though the holidays are over, we've got 31 things to celebrate in January! READ MORE

Head to Hartford for New Year's Eve 2025 celebrations fit for families! First Night Hartford photo by Andy Hart courtesy of the event.

New Year's Eve Weekend in CT with Kids: Countdown to 2026

Jennifer Coe, Dec 30 - Ring in 2026 with family fun this New Year's Eve Weekend in Connecticut. READ MORE

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Head out for the sights, sounds, and fun of Fall 2025 in Connecticut! Photo courtesy of the Florence Griswold Museum

Fall 2025 Bucket List for Kids: Top Things To Do in Connecticut This Fall

Explore our list of fun fall things to do in CT with kids in 2025!

Fall festivals are roaring your way in CT for 2025, with harvest fairs, pumpkin festivals, and more! Photo courtesy of the Seymour Pumpkin Festival

Best Fall Festivals in Connecticut 2025 for Harvest Family Fun

Find family-friendly Fall festivals all over Connecticut for 2025.

Explore Connecticut with the family on a fun fall day trip! Photo courtesy of the Mystic Seaport Museum

Fall Day Trips from Connecticut: Fun Getaways for Families

Explore the best trips around New England!

Welcome to Pumpkintown USA in Connecticut, home to the friendliest pumpkinheads.

Visiting Pumpkintown USA in Connecticut

Plan a Visit to Connecticut's Pumkintown USA This Fall!

Scenic Sunday Drives for Leaf Peeping this Fall in Connecticut

We’ve rounded up some of our favorite routes throughout the state with optimal leaf peeping views...

Polar Express trains are coming to towns all over New England for Christmas 2025! Essex Steam Train Railroad photo courtesy of Mommy Poppins.

Polar Express Train Rides and Christmas Trains in New England 2025

Polar Express trains and trolleys are ready for Christmas magic in 2025!