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RUSUNUNGUKO (liberty / independence / freedom) at Yale Schwarzman Center
Yale Schwarzman Center 168 Grove Street, New Haven
The View from Here 2026: Finding Our Paths at Yale Center for British Art
Yale Center for British Art 1080 Chapel Street, New Haven
American Saints and Blesseds at Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center
Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center 1 State St., New Haven
Hieroglyphs to Hype: The Modern Afterlife of Ancient Egypt at Fairfield University Art Museum
Fairfield University Art Museum 1073 North Benson Road, Fairfield
36th Annual Walktober at The Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor
The Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor 203B Main St., Danielson
James Welling: Cento at Fairfield University Art Museum
Fairfield University Art Museum 1073 North Benson Road, Fairfield
Scarecrows Along Main Street in Old Wethersfield
Main Street, Old Wethersfield Main Street, Old Wethersfield, Wethersfield
Ongoing
Connecticut’s Revolution at Museum of Connecticut History
Museum of Connecticut History 231 Capitol Ave, Hartford
Bishop’s Fall Festival at Bishop’s Main Orchard
Bishop’s Main Orchard 480 New England Road, Guilford
32nd Annual Holly Boutique Craft Fair 2026 & Luncheon at North Canton Community United Methodist Church Hall
North Canton Community United Methodist Church Hall Route 179 and 3 Case Street, North Canton
Pequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center 110 Pequot Trail, Mashantucket
Boneheads Hilarious Haunted House at the University of Bridgeport
University of Bridgeport 174 University Ave, Bridgeport
Week of Events
RUSUNUNGUKO (liberty / independence / freedom) at Yale Schwarzman Center
Explore an installation by designer and visual artist Nontsikelelo Mutiti, whose printed works, films, and installations engage with the history and aesthetics of hair braiding in Black life. The title draws on the Shona word “ruka,” meaning to weave, braid, or knit, and reflects the social connections formed in salons, living rooms, and porches where ... Read more
The View from Here 2026: Finding Our Paths at Yale Center for British Art
Explore the perspectives and creativity of New Haven youth through The View from Here 2026 at the Yale Center for British Art. On view in the museum’s High Street exterior windows from April 6, 2026, through April 6, 2027, this free exhibition features photography by nine student artists participating in The View from Here: Accessing ... Read more
American Saints and Blesseds at Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center
Discover the lives of Catholics connected to the United States who have been canonized or beatified, and learn how the Catholic Church recognizes them as models of holiness and intercessors. The exhibition also highlights St. Teresa of Calcutta, who received honorary U.S. citizenship. Organized by the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center, the exhibit is on ... Read more
Connecticut’s Revolution at Museum of Connecticut History
Mark the nation’s 250th anniversary with an exhibition exploring the people and experiences that shaped Connecticut during the Revolutionary era. More than 100 objects and documents bring new and familiar stories to light, including a copy of the Declaration of Independence printed by Mary Katharine Goddard, a Revolutionary War flag, a fragment of a statue ... Read more
Bishop’s Fall Festival at Bishop’s Main Orchard
Enjoy a fall day in the orchard with apple, pear, and flower picking, wagon rides, food trucks, a sweet shop, a large activity area, and a four-acre wildlife-themed corn maze created with Meigs Point Nature Center. A pumpkin patch opens in mid-to-late September, and the Cider Hut and Garden offer adult beverages. Some activities and ... Read more
Hieroglyphs to Hype: The Modern Afterlife of Ancient Egypt at Fairfield University Art Museum
Fairfield University Art Museum will present Hieroglyphs to Hype: The Modern Afterlife of Ancient Egypt from September 18 through December 12, 2026, in the Bellarmine Hall Galleries. The exhibition explores the lasting influence of ancient Egyptian art and culture on modern imagination, design, and popular culture through paintings, prints, photography, sculpture, decorative arts, and contemporary ... Read more
36th Annual Walktober at The Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor
Explore the colorful season with hundreds of activities, including hikes, bike rides, paddles, and more across The Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor. Walktober runs September 19 through November 8, 2026, and opens with a Sunrise Stroll at Mansfield Hollow Dam Walk on September 19. Event details are available in the online guide; events will ... Read more
The Happiest Man on Earth at Playhouse on Park
Playhouse on Park presents The Happiest Man on Earth, a one-man play based on the life and experiences of Eddie Jaku, a German-Jewish survivor of Auschwitz concentration camp. Despite losing his family, friends and country during the Holocaust, Jaku considered himself “The Happiest Man on Earth” and dedicated his life to sharing the stories of ... Read more
James Welling: Cento at Fairfield University Art Museum
Fairfield University Art Museum will present James Welling: Cento from September 25 through December 12, 2026, in the Walsh Gallery at the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts. The exhibition marks the first American museum presentation of this major body of work by renowned contemporary photographer James Welling. Featuring more than 60 photographs focused ... Read more
Hands-On Creativity at Florence Griswold Museum
Families can explore their creative side during Hands-On Creativity at the Florence Griswold Museum, offered Sundays from September 27 through November 1, 2026, from 11 am to 4 pm. Visitors can drop into the Museum’s Education Center for a fun Gemstone Station crafting project inspired by the Wee Faerie Village’s sparkling theme. The program offers ... Read more
Scarecrows Along Main Street in Old Wethersfield
More than 170 handmade scarecrows bring fall color to Main Street in Old Wethersfield from October 1 through 31. Visitors can stroll the display from sunrise to sunset and explore local shops, museums, and places to eat. Viewing is free. Please respect the scarecrows and avoid touching displays that are not interactive. The display is ... Read more
Imagination Playground at Grace Farms
Children ages 8 and under can build, problem-solve, and play together with large, lightweight blocks designed to encourage creative, curiosity-led exploration. Adult caregivers must accompany children. The playground is open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm, and Friday and Sunday from 12 pm to 5 pm. It is closed Mondays. ... Read more
Phantom Fall Fest at Lake Compounce
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
Activities: Petting Farm, Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides & Trackless Train at Lyman Orchards
Meet friendly animals, take a horse-drawn wagon ride, or circle the pond aboard a trackless train at the Apple Barrel Farm Market on Saturday, October 17, and Sunday, October 18, 2026. The petting farm is open from 10 am to 4 pm. Admission is $5 per person, including hay for feeding; children ages 2 and ... Read more
Phantom Fall Fest at Lake Compounce
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
Monday, October 12, 2026
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Tuesday, October 13, 2026
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October 13, 2026 - RecurringBruce Beginnings: Circles in Art at Bruce Museum
Bruce Beginnings: Circles in Art at Bruce Museum
Young children and their caregivers can explore circles, patterns, and the sun during Bruce Beginnings: Circles in Art at Bruce Museum. The program takes place Tuesday, October 13, from 10–10:45 am and 11–11:45 am, and Wednesday, October 14, from 3–3:45 pm. Inspired by Rohini Devasher: Solar Poetics, the program introduces children to the museum’s collections ... Read more
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
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October 14, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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October 14, 2026 - RecurringBruce Beginnings: Circles in Art at Bruce Museum
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October 14, 2026 -Iconoclasm in Wilton: The Revolutionary-era Statue of King George III at Wilton Historical Society
Pequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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
Bruce Beginnings: Circles in Art at Bruce Museum
Young children and their caregivers can explore circles, patterns, and the sun during Bruce Beginnings: Circles in Art at Bruce Museum. The program takes place Tuesday, October 13, from 10–10:45 am and 11–11:45 am, and Wednesday, October 14, from 3–3:45 pm. Inspired by Rohini Devasher: Solar Poetics, the program introduces children to the museum’s collections ... Read more
Iconoclasm in Wilton: The Revolutionary-era Statue of King George III at Wilton Historical Society
The dramatic story of a Revolutionary-era statue and its connection to Wilton takes center stage in a presentation by University of Delaware professor Wendy Bellion. The program explores the 1776 destruction of the equestrian statue of King George III in New York and Wilton’s role in what happened to its remains. On July 9, 1776, ... Read more
Thursday, October 15, 2026
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October 15, 2026 - Recurring32nd Annual Holly Boutique Craft Fair 2026 & Luncheon at North Canton Community United Methodist Church Hall
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October 15, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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October 15, 2026 -Pathways to STEM Night at Connecticut Science Center
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October 15, 2026 -The Enduring Legend of The Leatherman at Wilton Historical Society
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October 15, 2026 - RecurringOpen Mic at Molten Java
32nd Annual Holly Boutique Craft Fair 2026 & Luncheon at North Canton Community United Methodist Church Hall
Find handmade treasures and holiday gifts at the 32nd Annual Holly Boutique Craft Fair 2026 & Luncheon, taking place Thursday, October 15, through Saturday, October 17, at North Canton Community United Methodist Church Hall in North Canton. The craft fair features a selection of quality crafts created by 25 local juried artisans, offering shoppers a ... Read more
Pequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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
Pathways to STEM Night at Connecticut Science Center
Middle and high school students and their families can explore hands-on STEM activities and connect with resources for future careers. The event features potential employers, undergraduate programs, training and certificate programs, summer camps, scholarships, and more. It takes place Thursday, October 15, 2026, from 5 pm to 8 pm. Admission is free for middle and ... Read more
The Enduring Legend of The Leatherman at Wilton Historical Society
The mysterious story of The Leatherman, one of Connecticut’s most enduring legendary figures, comes to life in a presentation by Connecticut storyteller and podcaster Mike Allen. During the late 1800s, The Leatherman reportedly traveled a 364-mile circuitous route through Connecticut and New York every 34 days, following a routine so consistent that residents could anticipate ... Read more
Open Mic at Molten Java
Musicians, performers, and audience members of all ages can enjoy an evening of live entertainment during the weekly Open Mic at Molten Java every Thursday from 7 to 9 pm. Molten Java is located at 213 Greenwood Ave, Bethel, CT 06801. The event is open to all ages.
Friday, October 16, 2026
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October 16, 2026 - Recurring32nd Annual Holly Boutique Craft Fair 2026 & Luncheon at North Canton Community United Methodist Church Hall
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October 16, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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October 16, 2026 RecurringBoneheads Hilarious Haunted House at the University of Bridgeport
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October 16, 2026 - RecurringRagtime at Thomaston Opera House
32nd Annual Holly Boutique Craft Fair 2026 & Luncheon at North Canton Community United Methodist Church Hall
Find handmade treasures and holiday gifts at the 32nd Annual Holly Boutique Craft Fair 2026 & Luncheon, taking place Thursday, October 15, through Saturday, October 17, at North Canton Community United Methodist Church Hall in North Canton. The craft fair features a selection of quality crafts created by 25 local juried artisans, offering shoppers a ... Read more
Pequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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
Boneheads Hilarious Haunted House at the University of Bridgeport
Boneheads Hilarious Haunted House offers an interactive Halloween experience combining spooky surprises, comedy, and eccentric characters. Guests can explore immersive rooms filled with scares and unexpected encounters, with an optional escape room experience for those looking for an additional challenge. The haunted house takes place on Fridays and Saturdays, October 16–17, 23–24, and 30–31, from ... Read more
Ragtime at Thomaston Opera House
Three families from different backgrounds find their lives intertwined in New York City at the dawn of the 20th century in Ragtime, a Tony Award-winning musical exploring the American Dream, justice, family, courage and hope. Presented at a time when Thomaston commemorates its 150th anniversary, this sweeping musical offers a powerful story of transformation and ... Read more
Saturday, October 17, 2026
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October 17, 2026 -13th Annual Dance Festival at Central Connecticut State University
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October 17, 2026 - Recurring32nd Annual Holly Boutique Craft Fair 2026 & Luncheon at North Canton Community United Methodist Church Hall
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October 17, 2026 -Face Painting by Lara at Lyman Orchards
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October 17, 2026 -Story Time at Yale Center for British Art
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October 17, 2026 - RecurringChess Lessons at Mattatuck Museum
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October 17, 2026 - RecurringExhibit Highlight Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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October 17, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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October 17, 2026 -Great Wilton Pumpkin Fest at Wilton Historical Society
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October 17, 2026 RecurringBoneheads Hilarious Haunted House at the University of Bridgeport
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October 17, 2026 - RecurringRagtime at Thomaston Opera House
13th Annual Dance Festival at Central Connecticut State University
Middle and high school dancers from across New England can take classes in modern, jazz, hip-hop, tap, Afro-Caribbean, ballet, and other styles with Central faculty, alumni, and guest artists. The festival also features a Dance Career Q&A and a Finance for Dancers seminar. Guest artists include James “Combo” Marino, Cajai Fellows Kennedy, Felipe Puletini, Christine ... Read more
32nd Annual Holly Boutique Craft Fair 2026 & Luncheon at North Canton Community United Methodist Church Hall
Find handmade treasures and holiday gifts at the 32nd Annual Holly Boutique Craft Fair 2026 & Luncheon, taking place Thursday, October 15, through Saturday, October 17, at North Canton Community United Methodist Church Hall in North Canton. The craft fair features a selection of quality crafts created by 25 local juried artisans, offering shoppers a ... Read more
Face Painting by Lara at Lyman Orchards
Add a colorful touch to a fall visit with face painting for children by Face Painting by Lara. The artist will be at Lyman Orchards on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 10 am to 4 pm. Pricing varies by design. Lyman Orchards is located at 32 Reeds Gap Road, Middlefield, CT.
Story Time at Yale Center for British Art
Young children and their families can enjoy a free 30-minute story time at the Yale Center for British Art on Saturday, October 17, from 10:30 to 11 am in the fourth-floor galleries. This engaging read-aloud program brings themes and ideas from the museum’s art and exhibitions to life through stories filled with imagination, wonder, and ... Read more
Chess Lessons at Mattatuck Museum
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
Exhibit Highlight Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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
Pequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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
Great Wilton Pumpkin Fest at Wilton Historical Society
The 6th Annual Great Wilton Pumpkin Fest returns Saturday, October 17, from 1 to 3 pm at the Wilton Historical Society for an afternoon of autumn activities and pumpkin-themed fun for all ages. Visitors can watch docents demonstrate open-hearth cooking and blacksmithing, try fall-themed lawn games, and explore the museum campus with a pumpkin scavenger ... Read more
Boneheads Hilarious Haunted House at the University of Bridgeport
Boneheads Hilarious Haunted House offers an interactive Halloween experience combining spooky surprises, comedy, and eccentric characters. Guests can explore immersive rooms filled with scares and unexpected encounters, with an optional escape room experience for those looking for an additional challenge. The haunted house takes place on Fridays and Saturdays, October 16–17, 23–24, and 30–31, from ... Read more
Ragtime at Thomaston Opera House
Three families from different backgrounds find their lives intertwined in New York City at the dawn of the 20th century in Ragtime, a Tony Award-winning musical exploring the American Dream, justice, family, courage and hope. Presented at a time when Thomaston commemorates its 150th anniversary, this sweeping musical offers a powerful story of transformation and ... Read more
Sunday, October 18, 2026
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October 18, 2026 - RecurringFace Painting & Faerie Hair at Florence Griswold Museum
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October 18, 2026 -Face Painting by Lara at Lyman Orchards
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October 18, 2026 -Lambert Corners Walking Tour at Wilton Historical Society
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October 18, 2026 -Spooktacular at Connecticut Science Center
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October 18, 2026 -Family Event: Autumn Tree Tour at Florence Griswold Museum
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October 18, 2026 -Art Adventures: Cardboard Creatures at Bruce Museum
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October 18, 2026 - RecurringRagtime at Thomaston Opera House
Face Painting & Faerie Hair at Florence Griswold Museum
Add a touch of faerie magic to your visit during Face Painting & Faerie Hair at the Florence Griswold Museum on Sundays, October 4 through 25, 2026, from 10 am to 3 pm. As part of Gemstone Station Salon, creative artists from April’s Balloon Creations will transform visitors into colorful works of art with elaborate ... Read more
Face Painting by Lara at Lyman Orchards
Children can add a colorful touch to their fall visit with face painting by Face Painting by Lara. The artist will be at Lyman Orchards on Sunday, October 18, 2026, from 10 am to 4 pm. Pricing varies by design. Lyman Orchards is located at 32 Reeds Gap Road, Middlefield, CT.
Lambert Corners Walking Tour at Wilton Historical Society
Explore Wilton’s architectural and cultural history on a guided walking tour of Lambert Corner with Wilton Historical Society Director Nick Foster on Sunday, October 18, from 10:30 to 11:30 am. The hour-long tour visits the Society’s collection of preserved historic buildings, offering a look at how structures from a traditional New England rural community have ... Read more
Spooktacular at Connecticut Science Center
The Connecticut Science Center’s Halloween celebration features a building-wide trick-or-treat trail with treats, giveaways, samples, and activities from community partners. The first 100 families will receive a swag bag from CT Kids Passport. Activities include pumpkin bucket and ghost wand crafts, face painting, a Halloween photo booth, mini pumpkins, and appearances by Glinda and Elphaba, ... Read more
Family Event: Autumn Tree Tour at Florence Griswold Museum
Discover the trees of Gemstone Station during the Family Event: Autumn Tree Tour at Florence Griswold Museum on October 18 from 1–3 pm. Led by the museum’s tree expert, Kyle’s Magical Mystery Autumn Tree Tour explores why leaves change color, how to identify different types of trees, and how to determine the age of a ... Read more
Art Adventures: Cardboard Creatures at Bruce Museum
Children and families can explore their creativity during Art Adventures: Cardboard Creatures at Bruce Museum on Sunday, October 18, from 1–3 pm. Participants can create their own articulated cardboard creature inspired by the imaginative sculptures of David Butler. The hands-on activity encourages young artists to experiment with shapes, movement, and creative design. Art Adventures is ... Read more
Ragtime at Thomaston Opera House
Three families from different backgrounds find their lives intertwined in New York City at the dawn of the 20th century in Ragtime, a Tony Award-winning musical exploring the American Dream, justice, family, courage and hope. Presented at a time when Thomaston commemorates its 150th anniversary, this sweeping musical offers a powerful story of transformation and ... Read more
