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Firelight Festival at Henry Whitfield Museum
Whitfield House 248 Old Whitfield St, GuilfordGather outside Connecticut’s oldest house and escape the darkness of the approaching winter solstice in the glow of festive luminaria, lanterns, and outdoor fires. Enjoy roasted marshmallows, popcorn, hot cocoa, and mulled cider. Explore the first floor of the Whitfield House after dark. Learn to craft a punched "tin” (paper) lantern to take home. Tour […]
Lantern Light Village at Mystic Seaport
Mystic Seaport 75 Greenmanville Ave, MysticStep into the past and experience the magic of the holidays at Lantern Light Village. As twilight falls, Mystic Seaport Museum glows with the warm flicker of lanterns and the sparkle of music-filled light displays. Stroll through our waterfront village, transformed into a festive wonderland alive with the sights, sounds, and flavors of a bygone […]
$17 – $40
NHRL (National Havoc Robot League) 2025 World Championships in Norwalk
House of Havoc 165 Water Street, NorwalkHundreds of robots from around the world duking it out with highly dangerous weapons to win a Golden Dumpster trophy, thousands of dollars in cash prizes and book a place at NHRL’s World Championship finale. Non-stop up-close action, food trucks, breweries, cocktails and surprises at each event. You can even drive and fight with a […]
$12.30Coventry Winter Farmers Market at Coventry High School
Coventry High School 78 Ripley Hill Rd, CoventryJoin us this Sunday November 2, 2025 10AM - 12:30PM for our Welcome "Fall " Back Market! Remember to Fall Back an hour on those clocks and add us to your calendar! We are kicking off our 11th season indoors at Coventry High School 78 Ripley Hill Rd Coventry CT, and it is on track […]
Chester Holiday Market
Downtown Chester Main Street, Chester, CTDiscover the shops, restaurants, galleries and businesses of Downtown Chester and find the perfect gifts for your friends and loved ones at Chester’s Holiday Market every Sunday from November 30th through December 21st from 10am – 1pm. Please remember that Main Street is not closed for the Holiday Market so we ask you be sure to […]
Holiday Bazaar at Wadsworth Mansion 2025
Wadsworth Mansion 421 Wadsworth Street, MiddletownExpect to find unique holiday gifts for your family and friends. Featured vendors from the Open Air Market will be selling their handmade products. Come and shop for the holidays! Enjoy lunch and hot beverages in the bar provided by David Alan Catering. For more information
Holiday Bazaar at Wadsworth Mansion
Wadsworth Mansion 421 Wadsworth Street, MiddletownExpect to find unique holiday gifts for your family and friends. Featured vendors from the Open Air Market will be selling their handmade products. Come and shop for the holidays! Enjoy lunch and hot beverages in the bar provided by David Alan Catering. For more information
$2East Lyme Puppetry Project: Magnificent Monster Circus by CactusHead Puppets
East Lyme Community Center 41 Society Rd, NianticCome one, come all, to a circus like no other! Encounter magnificent creatures from the wilds of your imagination as their quirky human caretaker tries to teach them new tricks. […]
$7The Great Trains Holiday Show at the Wilton Historical Society
Wilton Historical Society 224 Danbury Road, WiltonAfter the familiar Thanksgiving rituals of parades, turkey and football, keep the family fun going, and enjoy the beginning of the holiday season. Take the children in your life to an entrancing afternoon with trains and live entertainment. Dressed for the holidays, the Wilton Historical Society’s historic 18th and 19th century buildings are transformed into […]
Free – $15Holidays at the Newport Mansions
The Breakers 44 Ochre Point Ave, Newport, RIThrough – January 1, 2026 Various times Surround yourself with the magic of the Newport Mansions in all their festive holiday finery! It's a beloved Newport tradition your family will love. The Breakers, Marble House, The Elms and Chateau-sur-Mer will welcome visitors with spectacular holiday displays. Nearly 30 Christmas trees are exquisitely decorated to complement […]
$10 – $29Festival of Trees and Traditions at Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art
Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art 600 Main Street, HartfordDecember 4–14, 2025 Celebrate the season and support the Wadsworth during this favorite holiday fundraiser. Each year, community members, artists, and volunteers from local organizations donate trees and holiday décor, turning the galleries into a festive winter wonderland. Profits from the sale of donated holiday items help fund the museum’s special exhibitions and educational programs. […]
$5 – $27Steve Cryan’s 32nd Annual Train Show at the Connecticut River Museum
Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CTNovember 21, 2025 – February 1, 2026 Artist and train enthusiast Steve Cryan unveils a new model train layout every fall, signaling the holiday season at the Connecticut River Museum. Each year his intricate miniature world of trains enthralls the crowds of people who make a visit to the “train show” an annual family tradition. The train […]
Free – $15
