Explore the history, culture, and natural beauty of Litchfield County during the 24th Annual Housatonic Heritage Walks, taking place from September 5 through October 4, 2026. This free series of guided interpretive walks invites participants to discover the region through a variety of family-friendly outdoor experiences hosted at locations throughout Litchfield County. Led by historians, ... Read more
Celebrate the Halloween season during Phantom Fall Fest at Lake Compounce on weekends from September 19 through November 1, 2026. This seasonal event offers two Halloween experiences in one day. Guests can enjoy family-friendly fun during the daytime with trick-or-treating, festive fall treats, and favorite amusement park rides. As evening falls, the park transforms into ... Read more
Downtown Milford will come alive with the sounds of jazz during Jazz'n Downtown: The Ultimate Jazz & Arts Experience on Saturday, October 3, from 10 am to 10 pm. Presented by the Milford Arts Council, this day-long celebration blends live music, visual arts, local dining, and coastal charm into a unique cultural experience. Visitors can ... Read more
Players of all ages and skill levels can learn and practice chess during weekly Chess Lessons held every Saturday from 10:30 am to 12 pm at the Mattatuck Museum, 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT 06702. The program offers private and semi-private instruction designed for both beginners learning the game and experienced players looking to ... Read more
New Haven’s celebrated food scene comes to life during this guided culinary walking tour, offered on April 25, June 13, October 3, and December 12, 2026 from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm. Tours depart from the Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, 155 Temple Street, New Haven, CT 06510. Led by food columnist and hospitality ... Read more
Explore thousands of years of history during the Exhibit Highlight Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center. Offered on Saturdays between 10:30 am and 2:30 pm, this one-hour guided experience is led by a Mashantucket Pequot Educator and provides an engaging introduction to the Museum's signature exhibits. Designed for visitors of all ages, ... Read more
Bank of America, Merrill, and Bank of America Private Bank cardholders can enjoy free general admission to the Mattatuck Museum during the Museums on Us program, held on the first full weekend of every month. On the first Saturday of the month, participating guests can visit the Museum from 11 am to 5 pm at ... Read more
Experience life in a 16th-century Pequot community during the Pequot Village Tour, offered Wednesdays through Saturdays at 12 pm at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center. This 20-minute guided experience provides an immersive look at the traditions, daily life, and enduring cultural heritage of the Pequot people. Guests will explore a recreated Pequot village ... Read more
Watch the UConn Huskies take on the Syracuse Orange at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field on Saturday, October 3, 2026. Kickoff is scheduled for 12 pm as UConn continues its home football season with an exciting matchup against a longtime regional rival. Fans can enjoy an afternoon of college football as the Huskies ... Read more
Step into the glamour, romance, and excess of the Roaring Twenties when The Great Gatsby comes to Mortensen Hall at The Bushnell from September 29 through October 4, 2026, as part of the 2026–2027 Broadway Season. Based on F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic American novel, this Tony Award-winning musical brings the story of Jay Gatsby, Daisy ... Read more
