Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport is gearing up for another season of Zoo Patrol, an immersive summer youth program that brings children face-to-face with wildlife through hands-on learning and outdoor adventure. Designed for curious young animal lovers, this popular program offers a behind-the-scenes look at the Zoo while inspiring the next generation of conservationists. Throughout ... Read more
Creativity, history, and hands-on discovery come together during Camp Matt at the Mattatuck Museum, running from June 29 through August 7. The Museum’s School’s OUT! Summer Adventures Camp will feature six themed weeks designed to immerse children in artmaking, storytelling, history, and interactive learning experiences inspired by the Museum’s galleries and exhibitions. Camp sessions run ... Read more
Young explorers can spend their summer discovering the natural beauty and rich history of the Connecticut River at the Connecticut River Museum’s Summer Camp. Running from June 29 through August 7, 2026, from 9 am to 3 pm, this six-week program is designed for children ages 6 to 11 and offers an engaging mix of ... Read more
Lake Compounce celebrates America's 250th birthday and the park's 180th anniversary with the All-American Summer Celebration, a season-long event filled with patriotic entertainment, family activities, special attractions, and summer fun from July 3 through August 22, 2026. This limited-time celebration brings together classic American traditions and exciting new experiences throughout the park. Guests can enjoy ... Read more
Step into the social world of early Connecticut during Tavern Talks at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History. Held on Tuesday afternoons throughout the summer, this gallery talk explores the fascinating history behind the museum's collection of historic tavern signs displayed in the Auditorium. These signs once hung outside bustling taverns that served as ... Read more
Jazz-age glamour, passion, and danger take center stage in The Wild Party, running July 8 through August 16, 2026, at Playhouse on Park. Featuring a book, music, and lyrics by Andrew Lippa, this electrifying musical transports audiences to the roaring 1920s for a night where excess and desire spiral into chaos. The story follows Queenie ... Read more
A new exhibition exploring untold stories of the American Revolution will be on view from June 11 through October 3, 2026 at the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum, 295 West Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06856. Opening day on June 11 begins with exhibition access from 2 pm to 4 pm, followed by a reception from 5:30 pm to ... Read more
A defining moment in American history takes center stage during The Trouble Begins: Centennial: The Great Fair of 1876 and the Invention of America’s Future with Fergus Bordewich on July 21, 2026, from 7 pm to 8 pm at The Mark Twain House & Museum. This engaging presentation explores the remarkable story of the 1876 ... Read more
An evening of stand-up comedy returns to Levitt Pavilion with Comedy Night #2 on July 21, 2026, featuring a lineup of comedians presented in association with John Tobin Presents. This free outdoor event brings together some of the region's funniest stand-up performers for a night of laughter under the stars. Known for showcasing talented comedians ... Read more
A gripping tale of murder, deception, and deduction comes to Westport Country Playhouse with Agatha Christie’s The Murder of Roger Ackroyd, adapted for the stage by Mark Shanahan from Christie’s celebrated novel. Running from July 14 through August 1, 2026, this suspenseful production closes the Playhouse’s 2025–2026 season with one of the most acclaimed mysteries ... Read more
