Norfolk celebrates the spirit of summer during the 11th Annual Weekend in Norfolk from Friday, July 31, through Sunday, August 2, 2026. This town-wide festival features live music, art exhibitions, garden tours, outdoor recreation, family activities, local food, and historic attractions, with many events offered free of charge. Throughout the weekend, visitors can enjoy concerts ... Read more
Celebrate Shark Week with a full week of ocean-themed adventures at the Connecticut Science Center from July 26 through August 1, 2026. Families can enjoy exclusive experiences, interactive activities, and special programming inspired by one of the ocean's most fascinating predators. Visitors can explore the blockbuster Sharks exhibition featuring exclusive footage from Discovery's Shark Week, ... Read more
Celebrate the 11th annual Weekend in Norfolk (WIN) from Friday, July 31, through Sunday, August 2, 2026. This three-day community festival features music, art, history, gardens, family activities, outdoor recreation, local food, and cultural experiences at venues throughout Norfolk. One of the weekend's highlights is Sidewalk Sunday on August 2 from 12 pm to 4 ... 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
Explore four exceptional private gardens during the Garden Conservancy's Open Days program on Saturday, August 1, 2026. From 10 am to 4 pm, registered guests can visit distinctive gardens throughout Hartford County and experience a variety of landscapes, horticultural collections, and creative garden designs that are not typically open to the public. Participating gardens include ... Read more
Discover, create, and solve problems through hands-on exploration at the Inspire Center, featuring a new interactive theme beginning August 1, 2026, at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History. Open from 10 am to 4:30 pm every weekend, the Inspire Center offers engaging experiences for visitors of all ages. The Inspire Center combines history, creativity, ... Read more
A compelling exhibition exploring the diverse roots of a Connecticut community is on view from April 11 through August 1, 2026 at the Meriden Museum & History Center Grand Gallery, 41 West Main Street, Meriden, CT 06451. There to Here: Meriden’s Immigration Story traces the many journeys that have shaped the city, from its Indigenous ... Read more
Country music fans can enjoy a full day of live entertainment at the inaugural Connecticut Country Music Festival on August 1, 2026, beginning at 10 am at the historic North Haven Fairgrounds. Designed as a new annual destination for country music in the Northeast, the one-day outdoor festival combines nationally touring artists, emerging talent, local ... 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
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
