Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport is gearing up for another season of Zoo Patrol, an immersive summer youth program that brings children face-to-face with wildlife through hands-on learning and outdoor ... Read more

Creativity, history, and hands-on discovery come together during Camp Matt at the Mattatuck Museum, running from June 29 through August 7. The Museum’s School’s OUT! Summer Adventures Camp will feature ... 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 ... Read more

Young historians can step back in time during the Hands-On-History Summer Experience at Glebe House Museum, taking place August 3–7, 2026. Designed for children ages 6–12, this week-long program offers ... Read more

Lake Compounce celebrates America's 250th birthday and the park's 180th anniversary with the All-American Summer Celebration, a season-long event filled with patriotic entertainment, family activities, special attractions, and summer fun ... Read more

Celebrate the creativity of local student artists during the Milford Student Exhibit 2026, on view at the Milford Arts Council from Tuesday through Friday, June 17 through August 6. The ... Read more

Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport is gearing up for another season of Zoo Patrol, an immersive summer youth program that brings children face-to-face with wildlife through hands-on learning and outdoor adventure. Designed for curious young animal lovers, this popular program offers a behind-the-scenes look at the Zoo while inspiring the next generation of conservationists. Throughout ... Read more

Creativity, history, and hands-on discovery come together during Camp Matt at the Mattatuck Museum, running from June 29 through August 7. The Museum’s School’s OUT! Summer Adventures Camp will feature six themed weeks designed to immerse children in artmaking, storytelling, history, and interactive learning experiences inspired by the Museum’s galleries and exhibitions. Camp sessions run ... 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

Young historians can step back in time during the Hands-On-History Summer Experience at Glebe House Museum, taking place August 3–7, 2026. Designed for children ages 6–12, this week-long program offers an immersive journey into life in 18th- and 19th-century Connecticut through hands-on activities, historical exploration, and creative learning. Now in its 35th year, the Summer ... Read more

Introduce young readers to the joy of books and historic transportation during Storytime Tuesdays at The Shore Line Trolley Museum. Held each Tuesday in July and August from 10 am to 12 pm, this family-friendly program combines storytelling, hands-on fun, and a ride aboard a vintage trolley. Storytime sessions begin at 10 am and 11 ... Read more

Lake Compounce celebrates America's 250th birthday and the park's 180th anniversary with the All-American Summer Celebration, a season-long event filled with patriotic entertainment, family activities, special attractions, and summer fun from July 3 through August 22, 2026. This limited-time celebration brings together classic American traditions and exciting new experiences throughout the park. Guests can enjoy ... Read more

The Shore Line Trolley Museum offers a Sensory-Friendly Trolley Ride every Tuesday in July and August, providing a welcoming experience for individuals and families who benefit from a quieter, lower-stimulation environment. The program begins at 12 pm and is designed to create a calm and predictable visit from arrival through the trolley ride. To support ... Read more

Celebrate the creativity of local student artists during the Milford Student Exhibit 2026, on view at the Milford Arts Council from Tuesday through Friday, June 17 through August 6. The seasonal exhibition showcases a variety of artwork created by talented student artists from the community and offers visitors the opportunity to support and appreciate emerging ... Read more

Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport is gearing up for another season of Zoo Patrol, an immersive summer youth program that brings children face-to-face with wildlife through hands-on learning and outdoor adventure. Designed for curious young animal lovers, this popular program offers a behind-the-scenes look at the Zoo while inspiring the next generation of conservationists. Throughout ... Read more

Creativity, history, and hands-on discovery come together during Camp Matt at the Mattatuck Museum, running from June 29 through August 7. The Museum’s School’s OUT! Summer Adventures Camp will feature six themed weeks designed to immerse children in artmaking, storytelling, history, and interactive learning experiences inspired by the Museum’s galleries and exhibitions. Camp sessions run ... 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

Young historians can step back in time during the Hands-On-History Summer Experience at Glebe House Museum, taking place August 3–7, 2026. Designed for children ages 6–12, this week-long program offers an immersive journey into life in 18th- and 19th-century Connecticut through hands-on activities, historical exploration, and creative learning. Now in its 35th year, the Summer ... Read more

Lake Compounce celebrates America's 250th birthday and the park's 180th anniversary with the All-American Summer Celebration, a season-long event filled with patriotic entertainment, family activities, special attractions, and summer fun from July 3 through August 22, 2026. This limited-time celebration brings together classic American traditions and exciting new experiences throughout the park. Guests can enjoy ... Read more

Step aboard a piece of transportation history with Scenic Trolley Rides & Museum Tours at The Shore Line Trolley Museum. Offered Wednesday through Sunday from 11 am to 3 pm, this family-friendly experience includes unlimited rides on historic trolley cars and access to the museum's campus and collection. Visitors can ride aboard authentic antique trolleys ... 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

Celebrate the creativity of local student artists during the Milford Student Exhibit 2026, on view at the Milford Arts Council from Tuesday through Friday, June 17 through August 6. The seasonal exhibition showcases a variety of artwork created by talented student artists from the community and offers visitors the opportunity to support and appreciate emerging ... Read more

Readers are invited to join the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History's Short Attention Span Literary Club on August 5, 2026, from 1 pm to 2 pm for a relaxed online discussion of a contemporary short story. Designed for readers who enjoy meaningful conversations without the commitment of a traditional book club, the program meets ... Read more

Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport is gearing up for another season of Zoo Patrol, an immersive summer youth program that brings children face-to-face with wildlife through hands-on learning and outdoor adventure. Designed for curious young animal lovers, this popular program offers a behind-the-scenes look at the Zoo while inspiring the next generation of conservationists. Throughout ... Read more

Creativity, history, and hands-on discovery come together during Camp Matt at the Mattatuck Museum, running from June 29 through August 7. The Museum’s School’s OUT! Summer Adventures Camp will feature six themed weeks designed to immerse children in artmaking, storytelling, history, and interactive learning experiences inspired by the Museum’s galleries and exhibitions. Camp sessions run ... 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

Young historians can step back in time during the Hands-On-History Summer Experience at Glebe House Museum, taking place August 3–7, 2026. Designed for children ages 6–12, this week-long program offers an immersive journey into life in 18th- and 19th-century Connecticut through hands-on activities, historical exploration, and creative learning. Now in its 35th year, the Summer ... Read more

Lake Compounce celebrates America's 250th birthday and the park's 180th anniversary with the All-American Summer Celebration, a season-long event filled with patriotic entertainment, family activities, special attractions, and summer fun from July 3 through August 22, 2026. This limited-time celebration brings together classic American traditions and exciting new experiences throughout the park. Guests can enjoy ... Read more

Step aboard a piece of transportation history with Scenic Trolley Rides & Museum Tours at The Shore Line Trolley Museum. Offered Wednesday through Sunday from 11 am to 3 pm, this family-friendly experience includes unlimited rides on historic trolley cars and access to the museum's campus and collection. Visitors can ride aboard authentic antique trolleys ... 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

Celebrate the creativity of local student artists during the Milford Student Exhibit 2026, on view at the Milford Arts Council from Tuesday through Friday, June 17 through August 6. The seasonal exhibition showcases a variety of artwork created by talented student artists from the community and offers visitors the opportunity to support and appreciate emerging ... Read more

Discover the art of comic creation during the Family Craft Workshop: Connecticut Cartooning on August 6, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History. Families and aspiring artists ages 8 and up are invited to explore Connecticut's rich cartooning history while learning the fundamentals of comic storytelling. Led ... Read more

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.

Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport is gearing up for another season of Zoo Patrol, an immersive summer youth program that brings children face-to-face with wildlife through hands-on learning and outdoor adventure. Designed for curious young animal lovers, this popular program offers a behind-the-scenes look at the Zoo while inspiring the next generation of conservationists. Throughout ... Read more

Creativity, history, and hands-on discovery come together during Camp Matt at the Mattatuck Museum, running from June 29 through August 7. The Museum’s School’s OUT! Summer Adventures Camp will feature six themed weeks designed to immerse children in artmaking, storytelling, history, and interactive learning experiences inspired by the Museum’s galleries and exhibitions. Camp sessions run ... 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

Young historians can step back in time during the Hands-On-History Summer Experience at Glebe House Museum, taking place August 3–7, 2026. Designed for children ages 6–12, this week-long program offers an immersive journey into life in 18th- and 19th-century Connecticut through hands-on activities, historical exploration, and creative learning. Now in its 35th year, the Summer ... Read more

Lake Compounce celebrates America's 250th birthday and the park's 180th anniversary with the All-American Summer Celebration, a season-long event filled with patriotic entertainment, family activities, special attractions, and summer fun from July 3 through August 22, 2026. This limited-time celebration brings together classic American traditions and exciting new experiences throughout the park. Guests can enjoy ... Read more

Step aboard a piece of transportation history with Scenic Trolley Rides & Museum Tours at The Shore Line Trolley Museum. Offered Wednesday through Sunday from 11 am to 3 pm, this family-friendly experience includes unlimited rides on historic trolley cars and access to the museum's campus and collection. Visitors can ride aboard authentic antique trolleys ... 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

The Norwalk Seaport Association and the Greens Ledge Light Preservation Society will offer special five-hour lighthouse adventure cruises on June 6, July 11, and August 8, inviting guests to explore two of New England’s most historic maritime landmarks in a single excursion. Departing at 8:30 am from the Norwalk Seaport Association dock at 90 Water ... Read more

Introduce young explorers to the Connecticut River during the RiverQuest Kid's Cruise on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 10 to 11 am. Designed for children and their families, this special one-hour cruise aboard RiverQuest features hands-on learning about the river's wildlife, ecology, and history. Young participants will learn how to use binoculars, identify local birds, ... 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

Creativity takes to the shoreline during the 49th Annual Sand Sculpture Contest on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at Walnut Beach in Milford. This longtime community tradition invites participants of all ages to build imaginative sand creations while enjoying a day by the water. Registration begins at 10:30 am, giving individuals, families, and groups the opportunity ... Read more

Children and families are invited to Children's Storytime in the Fairfield Forest every Saturday from 11 am to 2 pm at the Fairfield University Store in downtown Fairfield. Led by local reading teacher and Fairfield University Store employee Steve Gaynes, this weekly event celebrates the joy of reading through engaging stories and activities for young ... Read more

Step aboard a piece of transportation history with Scenic Trolley Rides & Museum Tours at The Shore Line Trolley Museum. Offered Wednesday through Sunday from 11 am to 3 pm, this family-friendly experience includes unlimited rides on historic trolley cars and access to the museum's campus and collection. Visitors can ride aboard authentic antique trolleys ... Read more

Enjoy a day of art, history, and family-friendly activities during FREE Admission – Access for All on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 11 am to 5 pm at the Mattatuck Museum. Held on the second Saturday of each month, the Access for All program provides free Museum admission for everyone, making it easy for visitors ... Read more

Lake Compounce celebrates America's 250th birthday and the park's 180th anniversary with the All-American Summer Celebration, a season-long event filled with patriotic entertainment, family activities, special attractions, and summer fun from July 3 through August 22, 2026. This limited-time celebration brings together classic American traditions and exciting new experiences throughout the park. Guests can enjoy ... 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

Explore the art of screen printing during the second session of the Screen Printing Workshop: Create Your Own Portrait on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 1 pm to 3 pm at the Mattatuck Museum. Presented in conjunction with the exhibition About Face: 250 Years of American Portraits, this free adult art workshop is led by ... Read more

Train enthusiasts of all ages are invited to experience the Railroad Museum at Boothe Park during its 2026 Summer Open House season. Throughout the summer, visitors can explore an impressive collection of indoor and outdoor model train layouts while enjoying the sights, sounds, and craftsmanship of model railroading in a family-friendly setting. The museum's Open ... Read more

Celebrate America 250 with Wayback Fare Day at The Shore Line Trolley Museum on August 9, August 19, and September 5, 2026, from 11 am to 3 pm. On these special dates, visitors can enjoy discounted admission at 2016 prices while exploring one of the nation's oldest continuously operating suburban street railways. Wayback Fare Day ... Read more

Lake Compounce celebrates America's 250th birthday and the park's 180th anniversary with the All-American Summer Celebration, a season-long event filled with patriotic entertainment, family activities, special attractions, and summer fun from July 3 through August 22, 2026. This limited-time celebration brings together classic American traditions and exciting new experiences throughout the park. Guests can enjoy ... Read more