Ordinary, New Haven’s oldest tavern, will host “Ordinary’s Spirits of Christmas Past” from November 5 to December 31, 2024. This festive activation will feature a unique homage to Scrooge, blending spooky elements like skeletons and ghosts with holiday lights, trees, and cheerful decorations. The celebration promises a specially curated pop-up food and beverage menu. Guests ... Read more

From November 1 to December 29, 2024, experience the holiday magic with A Christmas Story: The Musical at The Goodspeed in East Haddam. Based on the beloved holiday movie, this heartwarming musical tells the story of young Ralphie and his Christmas wish for a BB gun. Along the way, he encounters obstacles including a school ... Read more

Ordinary, New Haven’s oldest tavern, will host “Ordinary’s Spirits of Christmas Past” from November 5 to December 31, 2024. This festive activation will feature a unique homage to Scrooge, blending spooky elements like skeletons and ghosts with holiday lights, trees, and cheerful decorations. The celebration promises a specially curated pop-up food and beverage menu. Guests ... Read more

From November 1 to December 29, 2024, experience the holiday magic with A Christmas Story: The Musical at The Goodspeed in East Haddam. Based on the beloved holiday movie, this heartwarming musical tells the story of young Ralphie and his Christmas wish for a BB gun. Along the way, he encounters obstacles including a school ... Read more

From November 14 to 24, 2024, Arts Center East presents its Annual Holiday Artisan Craft Fair, a celebrated showcase of local and regional artisans offering an array of unique, handcrafted items. With over 50 artisans, this fair is the perfect opportunity to find special gifts, from soaps and candles to jewelry, ceramics, wood crafts, textiles, ... Read more

From November 1 to December 29, 2024, experience the holiday magic with A Christmas Story: The Musical at The Goodspeed in East Haddam. Based on the beloved holiday movie, this heartwarming musical tells the story of young Ralphie and his Christmas wish for a BB gun. Along the way, he encounters obstacles including a school ... Read more

Ordinary, New Haven’s oldest tavern, will host “Ordinary’s Spirits of Christmas Past” from November 5 to December 31, 2024. This festive activation will feature a unique homage to Scrooge, blending spooky elements like skeletons and ghosts with holiday lights, trees, and cheerful decorations. The celebration promises a specially curated pop-up food and beverage menu. Guests ... Read more

Celebrate the holiday season at BACA Gallery's Annual Holiday Party and Winter Art Show Opening on November 21, 2024. The gallery will be transformed into a festive wonderland, showcasing the creative works of over 50 Shoreline artists and artisans. Attendees can enjoy a variety of original art pieces, including paintings, prints, sculptures, ceramics, photography, jewelry, ... Read more

Gather your friends for a festive evening of wreath making at Hawk Ridge Winery! Decorate an 18" fresh evergreen wreath with eucalyptus, pine cones, ornaments, and bows, creating a custom wreath perfect for the holiday season. Details: Time: Thursday, November 21, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Includes a wreath, materials, and holiday decor to ... Read more

From November 1 to December 29, 2024, experience the holiday magic with A Christmas Story: The Musical at The Goodspeed in East Haddam. Based on the beloved holiday movie, this heartwarming musical tells the story of young Ralphie and his Christmas wish for a BB gun. Along the way, he encounters obstacles including a school ... Read more

Ann's Place presents the 22nd Annual Festival of Trees: “Celebrating Traditions,” from November 22-24, 2024, at The Summit in Danbury. This cherished event marks the official start of the holiday season and transforms the venue into a festive winter wonderland with intricately decorated trees that tell stories of resilience and triumph over cancer. These beautiful ... Read more

From November 14 to 24, 2024, Arts Center East presents its Annual Holiday Artisan Craft Fair, a celebrated showcase of local and regional artisans offering an array of unique, handcrafted items. With over 50 artisans, this fair is the perfect opportunity to find special gifts, from soaps and candles to jewelry, ceramics, wood crafts, textiles, ... Read more

The 46th Annual Holly Berry Festival, a beloved Christmas juried craft fair, returns to Hamden on November 22-23, 2024. This festive event features over 45 talented crafters from around Connecticut, offering a wide selection of holiday gifts, décor, jewelry, apparel, accessories, specialty foods, and sweet treats. Visitors can explore 50+ booths filled with handcrafted items, ... Read more

Ordinary, New Haven’s oldest tavern, will host “Ordinary’s Spirits of Christmas Past” from November 5 to December 31, 2024. This festive activation will feature a unique homage to Scrooge, blending spooky elements like skeletons and ghosts with holiday lights, trees, and cheerful decorations. The celebration promises a specially curated pop-up food and beverage menu. Guests ... Read more

Connecticut’s "must-see" lighted holiday attraction returns! The Winter Lantern Festival at Lyman Orchards kicks off on November 15, 2024, and runs through February 9, 2025. Stroll through a spectacular outdoor display of over 1,000 handcrafted Chinese lanterns illuminating the night with dazzling scenes of animals, holiday motifs, and garden sculptures. Perfect for families, couples, and ... Read more

From November 1 to December 29, 2024, experience the holiday magic with A Christmas Story: The Musical at The Goodspeed in East Haddam. Based on the beloved holiday movie, this heartwarming musical tells the story of young Ralphie and his Christmas wish for a BB gun. Along the way, he encounters obstacles including a school ... Read more

On Saturday, November 23, 2024, from 9 am to 3 pm, St. Maurice Church in Bolton hosts its beloved 53rd Annual Christmas Fair – “Sleigh Bells Ring”. This festive event has become a cherished holiday tradition, offering a variety of unique gifts, crafts, and holiday treats perfect for getting into the Christmas spirit. The fair’s ... Read more

Mark your calendars for the Annual Holiday Craft Fair on November 23, 2024. Shop local and support small business owners and local vendors at this festive event. With over 60 unique vendors, visitors can explore a wide variety of crafts, gifts, and holiday items to add a special touch to their homes and seasonal décor. ... Read more

From November 14 to 24, 2024, Arts Center East presents its Annual Holiday Artisan Craft Fair, a celebrated showcase of local and regional artisans offering an array of unique, handcrafted items. With over 50 artisans, this fair is the perfect opportunity to find special gifts, from soaps and candles to jewelry, ceramics, wood crafts, textiles, ... Read more

The 46th Annual Holly Berry Festival, a beloved Christmas juried craft fair, returns to Hamden on November 22-23, 2024. This festive event features over 45 talented crafters from around Connecticut, offering a wide selection of holiday gifts, décor, jewelry, apparel, accessories, specialty foods, and sweet treats. Visitors can explore 50+ booths filled with handcrafted items, ... Read more

Experience the charm of the holiday season with horse-drawn wagon rides at Star Hill Family Farm. Available on select weekends from November 23 through December 22, 2024, these rides are a delightful addition to the farm’s Family Christmas Experience. Enjoy a guided tour of the farm’s picturesque hillside, complete with a cozy fireside stop for ... Read more

Ann's Place presents the 22nd Annual Festival of Trees: “Celebrating Traditions,” from November 22-24, 2024, at The Summit in Danbury. This cherished event marks the official start of the holiday season and transforms the venue into a festive winter wonderland with intricately decorated trees that tell stories of resilience and triumph over cancer. These beautiful ... Read more

Santa and Mrs. Claus will be visiting Star Hill Family Farm again this holiday season, bringing cheer and joy to families from November 23 through December 21, 2024. Capture precious memories and partake in festive activities that will be sure to delight visitors of all ages. Enjoy the magical experience that includes: Professional family photos ... Read more

Experience the magic as Santa officially opens the North American Sleigh Station at Taquerio in Mystic, transformed into a festive wonderland for the holiday season. Santa will make his grand arrival by horse-drawn carriage, followed by a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 1 p.m. Carriage rides will be available after the ceremony. Bring your Christmas spirit to ... Read more

On November 23, 2024, as the holiday season approaches, families and friends gather in Jewett City for the annual Jewett City Snowflake Parade. Starting at 4:20 pm, this festive parade invites the community to join in the celebration by decorating wagons, bikes, and floats to bring holiday magic to the streets of Jewett City. Led ... Read more

From November 1 to December 29, 2024, experience the holiday magic with A Christmas Story: The Musical at The Goodspeed in East Haddam. Based on the beloved holiday movie, this heartwarming musical tells the story of young Ralphie and his Christmas wish for a BB gun. Along the way, he encounters obstacles including a school ... Read more

Ordinary, New Haven’s oldest tavern, will host “Ordinary’s Spirits of Christmas Past” from November 5 to December 31, 2024. This festive activation will feature a unique homage to Scrooge, blending spooky elements like skeletons and ghosts with holiday lights, trees, and cheerful decorations. The celebration promises a specially curated pop-up food and beverage menu. Guests ... Read more

Experience the magic of the holiday season aboard the Northern Lights Limited, an evening train journey that departs from Thomaston Station to Santa’s Workshop. Starting November 23 through December 23, 2024, passengers will enjoy an enchanting ride illuminated by the soft glow of seasonal lights inside and outside each car. The journey includes a visit ... Read more

Connecticut’s "must-see" lighted holiday attraction returns! The Winter Lantern Festival at Lyman Orchards kicks off on November 15, 2024, and runs through February 9, 2025. Stroll through a spectacular outdoor display of over 1,000 handcrafted Chinese lanterns illuminating the night with dazzling scenes of animals, holiday motifs, and garden sculptures. Perfect for families, couples, and ... Read more

Experience Hartford's cherished holiday tradition, "A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story of Christmas," running from November 23 to December 29, 2024. On a cold and snowy Christmas Eve, Ebenezer Scrooge is solely focused on collecting debts, until a spectral visit from an old friend forces him to face his past and discover the true spirit ... Read more

From November 1 to December 29, 2024, experience the holiday magic with A Christmas Story: The Musical at The Goodspeed in East Haddam. Based on the beloved holiday movie, this heartwarming musical tells the story of young Ralphie and his Christmas wish for a BB gun. Along the way, he encounters obstacles including a school ... Read more

Shop for unique holiday gifts and seasonal treasures at the Sunday Chester Market Holiday Edition, taking place every Sunday from November 24 to December 22. Stroll through charming Chester Village and explore a variety of vendors offering handmade crafts, artisanal goods, and holiday-inspired items, perfect for your holiday shopping needs. Admission: Free Location: Chester Village ... Read more

From November 14 to 24, 2024, Arts Center East presents its Annual Holiday Artisan Craft Fair, a celebrated showcase of local and regional artisans offering an array of unique, handcrafted items. With over 50 artisans, this fair is the perfect opportunity to find special gifts, from soaps and candles to jewelry, ceramics, wood crafts, textiles, ... Read more

Experience the charm of the holiday season with horse-drawn wagon rides at Star Hill Family Farm. Available on select weekends from November 23 through December 22, 2024, these rides are a delightful addition to the farm’s Family Christmas Experience. Enjoy a guided tour of the farm’s picturesque hillside, complete with a cozy fireside stop for ... Read more

Ann's Place presents the 22nd Annual Festival of Trees: “Celebrating Traditions,” from November 22-24, 2024, at The Summit in Danbury. This cherished event marks the official start of the holiday season and transforms the venue into a festive winter wonderland with intricately decorated trees that tell stories of resilience and triumph over cancer. These beautiful ... Read more

The Makers Shoppes of Whiting Mills will host their annual “Holiday Sip & Shop” on Sunday, November 17, 2024, from 11 am to 4 pm at 100 Whiting Street, Winsted, CT. This free event, open to the public, offers ample parking and is fully accessible. Kick off the holiday season by visiting the Makers Shoppes ... Read more

Experience Hartford's cherished holiday tradition, "A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story of Christmas," running from November 23 to December 29, 2024. On a cold and snowy Christmas Eve, Ebenezer Scrooge is solely focused on collecting debts, until a spectral visit from an old friend forces him to face his past and discover the true spirit ... Read more

From November 1 to December 29, 2024, experience the holiday magic with A Christmas Story: The Musical at The Goodspeed in East Haddam. Based on the beloved holiday movie, this heartwarming musical tells the story of young Ralphie and his Christmas wish for a BB gun. Along the way, he encounters obstacles including a school ... Read more

Celebrate the season with the Connecticut Master Chorale under the direction of Tina Johns Heidrich. The Chorale will present a festive program featuring a collection of outstanding choral pieces perfect for Winter, Advent, and Hanukkah, including carols, big band, spirituals, gospel, and more. Highlights include "Arise! Behold His Glory!" and Dan Forrest’s "Come, Thou Long-Expected ... Read more

Experience the magic of the holiday season aboard the Northern Lights Limited, an evening train journey that departs from Thomaston Station to Santa’s Workshop. Starting November 23 through December 23, 2024, passengers will enjoy an enchanting ride illuminated by the soft glow of seasonal lights inside and outside each car. The journey includes a visit ... Read more

Connecticut’s "must-see" lighted holiday attraction returns! The Winter Lantern Festival at Lyman Orchards kicks off on November 15, 2024, and runs through February 9, 2025. Stroll through a spectacular outdoor display of over 1,000 handcrafted Chinese lanterns illuminating the night with dazzling scenes of animals, holiday motifs, and garden sculptures. Perfect for families, couples, and ... Read more

From November 1 to December 29, 2024, experience the holiday magic with A Christmas Story: The Musical at The Goodspeed in East Haddam. Based on the beloved holiday movie, this heartwarming musical tells the story of young Ralphie and his Christmas wish for a BB gun. Along the way, he encounters obstacles including a school ... Read more

Experience the magic of the holiday season aboard the Northern Lights Limited, an evening train journey that departs from Thomaston Station to Santa’s Workshop. Starting November 23 through December 23, 2024, passengers will enjoy an enchanting ride illuminated by the soft glow of seasonal lights inside and outside each car. The journey includes a visit ... Read more