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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
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Connecticut’s Revolution at Museum of Connecticut History
Museum of Connecticut History 231 Capitol Ave, Hartford
Science Solvers: Chemical Reaction Paintings at Bruce Museum
Bruce Museum One Museum Drive, Greenwich
Sensory-Friendly Day at Connecticut Science Center
Connecticut Science Center 250 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford
Chris Perondi’s Stunt Dog Experience at The Bushnell
Belding Theater at The Bushnell 166 Capitol Avenue, HartfordWeek 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
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
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
Pinocchio at Playhouse on Park
Playhouse on Park presents Greg Banks’ musical retelling of Carlo Collodi’s Pinocchio, with music by Victor Zupanc. Five actors bring the story to life with live instruments, shadow puppetry, and imaginative storytelling as Pinocchio learns about courage, love, and what it means to be alive. Recommended for children in grades K–5, the production is part ... Read more
Science Solvers: Chemical Reaction Paintings at Bruce Museum
Children ages 4 and up and their families can combine science and art by experimenting with colorful chemical reactions to create unique artwork inspired by A Great Breach in Nature: Aerial Photography by J Henry Fair. The drop-in program takes place Saturday, November 7, and Sunday, November 8, 2026, from 1 pm to 3 pm ... Read more
Monday, November 2, 2026
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Tuesday, November 3, 2026
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November 3, 2026 -Schools OUT! | Memories in Motion: Photography and Scrapbooking at Mattatuck Museum
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November 3, 2026 - RecurringBruce Beginnings: Moving Mobiles at Bruce Museum
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November 3, 2026 -Open Election Day at Connecticut Science Center
Schools OUT! | Memories in Motion: Photography and Scrapbooking at Mattatuck Museum
Students can spend their day off exploring visual storytelling through photography and scrapbooking during Schools OUT! at the Mattatuck Museum on Tuesday, November 3, from 8 am to 5 pm. Inspired by the work of Ming Smith, campers will learn to see the world through a creative lens, experiment with photography, and turn their images ... Read more
Bruce Beginnings: Moving Mobiles at Bruce Museum
Children ages 2½ to 5 and their caregivers can explore balance and kinetic sculpture through a story, gallery tour, and hands-on craft. The program is free with general admission, but space is limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Check in at the Visitor Services desk upon arrival. Sessions are Tuesday, November 3, 2026, ... Read more
Open Election Day at Connecticut Science Center
Make Election Day a day of family discovery at the Connecticut Science Center. Explore more than 165 hands-on exhibits, catch a live science demonstration, play in KidSpace for ages 7 and under, or see a giant-screen movie. Visitors can also experience the Sharks exhibition, included with general admission, before it closes. The Butterfly Encounter is ... Read more
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
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November 4, 2026 -Bruce Beginnings Junior: Moving Shapes & Mobile Play at Bruce Museum
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November 4, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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November 4, 2026 - RecurringBruce Beginnings: Moving Mobiles at Bruce Museum
Bruce Beginnings Junior: Moving Shapes & Mobile Play at Bruce Museum
Children ages 12 to 30 months and their caregivers can explore shapes and dynamic sculptures through songs, movement, and a hands-on sensory activity. The program takes place Wednesday, November 4, 2026, from 10 am to 10:45 am. Space is limited to 10 children; tickets are required for children only and can be purchased online or ... 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
Bruce Beginnings: Moving Mobiles at Bruce Museum
Children ages 2½ to 5 and their caregivers can explore balance and kinetic sculpture through a story, gallery tour, and hands-on craft. The program is free with general admission, but space is limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Check in at the Visitor Services desk upon arrival. Sessions are Tuesday, November 3, 2026, ... Read more
Thursday, November 5, 2026
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November 5, 2026 - Recurring43rd Annual Christmas Cottage Craft Fair 2026 at St. Matthew Lutheran Church
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November 5, 2026 - RecurringStudio Beginnings at Grace Farms
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November 5, 2026 - RecurringGrace Farms Tour at Grace Farms
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November 5, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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November 5, 2026 - RecurringOpen Mic at Molten Java
43rd Annual Christmas Cottage Craft Fair 2026 at St. Matthew Lutheran Church
Start holiday shopping early at the 43rd Annual Christmas Cottage Craft Fair 2026 at St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Avon. The fair features beautiful crafts and fine arts for sale by 30 local juried artisans. The event takes place Thursday, November 5, from 9 am–6 pm; Friday, November 6, from 9 am–6 pm; and Saturday, ... Read more
Studio Beginnings at Grace Farms
Young children can explore art through weekly prompts inspired by the River building and surrounding landscape. Led by Grace Farms Arts Educator Nancy Jameson, this open-ended studio experience encourages children to experiment with texture, form, line, color, and space through making and play. Studio Beginnings takes place every Thursday from 10 am to 12 pm ... Read more
Grace Farms Tour at Grace Farms
Explore the River building and Barns on a comprehensive tour highlighting the architecture, sustainable design, curated interiors, and material choices. Guests can take in views of the surrounding landscape and sample tea from Grace Farms Tea & Coffee, a Certified B Corp focused on ethical and sustainable supply chains. Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning firm SANAA, ... 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
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. ... Read more
Friday, November 6, 2026
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November 6, 2026 - Recurring43rd Annual Christmas Cottage Craft Fair 2026 at St. Matthew Lutheran Church
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November 6, 2026 - RecurringBunny Book Group at Grace Farms
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November 6, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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November 6, 2026 -Disney Worlds Collide Concert Tour at PeoplesBank Arena
43rd Annual Christmas Cottage Craft Fair 2026 at St. Matthew Lutheran Church
Start holiday shopping early at the 43rd Annual Christmas Cottage Craft Fair 2026 at St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Avon. The fair features beautiful crafts and fine arts for sale by 30 local juried artisans. The event takes place Thursday, November 5, from 9 am–6 pm; Friday, November 6, from 9 am–6 pm; and Saturday, ... Read more
Bunny Book Group at Grace Farms
Stories and hands-on activities invite young children to explore how ideas can grow into creative, innovative creations. Each week features a different book from the Grace Farms Library, paired with activities inspired by the site’s architecture, art, and landscape. The program takes place every Friday, with sessions from 10:15 am to 10:45 am and 11 ... 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
Disney Worlds Collide Concert Tour at PeoplesBank Arena
Stars from Disney’s Descendants, ZOMBIES, and Camp Rock franchises come together for an arena concert featuring hit songs, new mashups, choreography, special effects, and fan interactions. The lineup includes Malachi Barton, Liamani Segura, Dara Reneé, Mekonnen Knife, Hudson Stone, Swayam Bhatia, Kiara Romero, and Alexandro Byrd. The concert takes place Friday, November 6, 2026, at ... Read more
Saturday, November 7, 2026
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November 7, 2026 - Recurring43rd Annual Christmas Cottage Craft Fair 2026 at St. Matthew Lutheran Church
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November 7, 2026 -Fall Fair at Christ the King Lutheran Church
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November 7, 2026 - RecurringOpen Arts Studio at Grace Farms
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November 7, 2026 - RecurringChess Lessons at Mattatuck Museum
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November 7, 2026 - RecurringExhibit Highlight Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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November 7, 2026 -Pokémon Day at Connecticut Science Center
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November 7, 2026 -Seeds to Success: Holiday Kids Market at Lyman Orchards
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November 7, 2026 -The Lit Stop Mobile Bookstore at Lyman Orchards
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November 7, 2026 - RecurringMuseums on Us at the Mattatuck Museum
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November 7, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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November 7, 2026 -Kid’s Art Workshop: The World I Painted at Mattatuck Museum
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November 7, 2026 -Adopt a Rescue Dog at Lyman Orchards
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November 7, 2026 -Intermediate Art Workshop: Photography, Cityscapes, and Dreams at Mattatuck Museum
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November 7, 2026 -Science on Screen: WALL-E at Connecticut Science Center
43rd Annual Christmas Cottage Craft Fair 2026 at St. Matthew Lutheran Church
Start holiday shopping early at the 43rd Annual Christmas Cottage Craft Fair 2026 at St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Avon. The fair features beautiful crafts and fine arts for sale by 30 local juried artisans. The event takes place Thursday, November 5, from 9 am–6 pm; Friday, November 6, from 9 am–6 pm; and Saturday, ... Read more
Fall Fair at Christ the King Lutheran Church
Browse handmade crafts, jewelry, clothing, produce, toys, books, vintage items, holiday goods, and more from over 45 local vendors. The family-friendly fair also features a large $1 tag sale, live music, fresh food, a bake sale, and a silent auction. Items in the tag sale are 2 for $1 starting at 2 pm. The fair ... Read more
Open Arts Studio at Grace Farms
Children ages 4–11 can explore art through a monthly tactile project led by Grace Farms Arts Educator Nancy Jameson. Open-ended activities encourage creative thinking and draw inspiration from Grace Farms’ artworks, landscape, and community. The studio is open every Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm. Adult caregivers must accompany children, and visitors should arrive ... 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
Pokémon Day at Connecticut Science Center
Trainers can search for hidden Pokémon, trade cards, learn the Pokémon Trading Card Game in the Play Lab, and explore live science demonstrations inspired by Pokémon abilities. Complete the scavenger hunt for a special prize, visit the center’s Pokémon GO PokéStop, and wear a favorite Pokémon or Trainer costume. A special guest appearance and meet-and-greet ... Read more
Seeds to Success: Holiday Kids Market at Lyman Orchards
Shop for holiday gifts and support young entrepreneurs at this market featuring children ages 5 to 17 selling products and services they have developed. Offerings may include handmade items, crafts, games, and other goods; food sales are not permitted. The market takes place Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 11 am to 2 pm. Lyman Orchards ... Read more
The Lit Stop Mobile Bookstore at Lyman Orchards
Browse a curated selection of books for children and adults aboard The Lit Stop’s mobile bookstore at the Apple Barrel Farm Market. The event will feature local authors and book signings, along with adoptable dogs from DogStar Rescue and booths at the Kids Market. It takes place Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 11 am to ... Read more
Museums on Us at the Mattatuck Museum
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
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
Kid’s Art Workshop: The World I Painted at Mattatuck Museum
Young artists can explore their creativity during Kid’s Art Workshop: The World I Painted at the Mattatuck Museum on Saturday, November 7, from noon to 1 pm. Inspired by Waterbury painter Franne Davids, participants will use paint and canvas to reimagine folk art and create imaginative scenes that reflect how they see the world. The ... Read more
Adopt a Rescue Dog at Lyman Orchards
Meet dogs looking for homes and learn about fostering, volunteering, and donating with DogStar Rescue on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 12 pm to 2 pm. The outdoor event takes place in the parking lot behind the Apple Barrel Farm Market. The Kids Holiday Market will also be open on the Apple Barrel Patio from ... Read more
Intermediate Art Workshop: Photography, Cityscapes, and Dreams at Mattatuck Museum
Teens can explore photography and painting in a creative workshop at the Mattatuck Museum on Saturday, November 7, from 2 to 3:30 pm. Participants will take cityscape photographs and use paint to transform their images into dreamlike landscapes, experimenting with blur, movement, light, shadow, and layering. Through this hands-on activity, teens will reimagine familiar urban ... Read more
Science on Screen: WALL-E at Connecticut Science Center
Experience Pixar's beloved animated classic during Science on Screen: WALL-E at the Connecticut Science Center on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 3 pm to 5:30 pm. This family-friendly event combines an inspiring film with the educational spirit of the Science on Screen series. Set hundreds of years in the future, WALL-E follows the last robot ... Read more
Sunday, November 8, 2026
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November 8, 2026 -Sensory-Friendly Day at Connecticut Science Center
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November 8, 2026 - RecurringChris Perondi’s Stunt Dog Experience at The Bushnell
Sensory-Friendly Day at Connecticut Science Center
Explore the Connecticut Science Center in a calmer, more comfortable setting. The day includes reduced sound levels, adjusted lighting where possible, quiet spaces for breaks, flexible exhibit exploration, and staff ready to assist. The event is open to anyone who may benefit from a less stimulating environment, including neurodivergent visitors, people with sensory sensitivities, and ... Read more
Chris Perondi’s Stunt Dog Experience at The Bushnell
Amazing canine athletes take center stage when Chris Perondi's Stunt Dog Experience comes to The Bushnell on November 8, 2026. This family-friendly show features an energetic cast of talented rescue and performance dogs showcasing incredible tricks, athletic feats, comedy routines, and crowd-pleasing stunts. Created by renowned dog trainers Chris and Suhey Perondi, the Stunt Dog ... Read more
