Week of Events
Monday, August 31, 2026
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August 31, 2026 - RecurringTree Swallow Sunset Trips on Onrust & RiverQuest at Connecticut River Museum
Tree Swallow Sunset Trips on Onrust & RiverQuest at Connecticut River Museum
Experience one of nature's most remarkable evening spectacles during the Tree Swallow Sunset Trips aboard Onrust and RiverQuest, offered from August 21 through September 23, 2026. These evening cruises travel to a special location along the Connecticut River where hundreds of thousands of tree swallows gather at sunset before settling into the reeds for the ... Read more
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
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September 1, 2026 - RecurringTree Swallow Sunset Trips on Onrust & RiverQuest at Connecticut River Museum
Tree Swallow Sunset Trips on Onrust & RiverQuest at Connecticut River Museum
Experience one of nature's most remarkable evening spectacles during the Tree Swallow Sunset Trips aboard Onrust and RiverQuest, offered from August 21 through September 23, 2026. These evening cruises travel to a special location along the Connecticut River where hundreds of thousands of tree swallows gather at sunset before settling into the reeds for the ... Read more
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
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September 2, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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September 2, 2026 - RecurringTree Swallow Sunset Trips on Onrust & RiverQuest at Connecticut River Museum
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
Tree Swallow Sunset Trips on Onrust & RiverQuest at Connecticut River Museum
Experience one of nature's most remarkable evening spectacles during the Tree Swallow Sunset Trips aboard Onrust and RiverQuest, offered from August 21 through September 23, 2026. These evening cruises travel to a special location along the Connecticut River where hundreds of thousands of tree swallows gather at sunset before settling into the reeds for the ... Read more
Thursday, September 3, 2026
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September 3, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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September 3, 2026 - RecurringTree Swallow Sunset Trips on Onrust & RiverQuest at Connecticut River Museum
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September 3, 2026 - RecurringOpen Mic at Molten Java
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
Tree Swallow Sunset Trips on Onrust & RiverQuest at Connecticut River Museum
Experience one of nature's most remarkable evening spectacles during the Tree Swallow Sunset Trips aboard Onrust and RiverQuest, offered from August 21 through September 23, 2026. These evening cruises travel to a special location along the Connecticut River where hundreds of thousands of tree swallows gather at sunset before settling into the reeds for the ... 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, September 4, 2026
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September 4, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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September 4, 2026 - RecurringTree Swallow Sunset Trips on Onrust & RiverQuest at Connecticut River Museum
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September 4, 2026 -The Magic of Michael Grandinetti: Master Illusionist at Westport Country Playhouse
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
Tree Swallow Sunset Trips on Onrust & RiverQuest at Connecticut River Museum
Experience one of nature's most remarkable evening spectacles during the Tree Swallow Sunset Trips aboard Onrust and RiverQuest, offered from August 21 through September 23, 2026. These evening cruises travel to a special location along the Connecticut River where hundreds of thousands of tree swallows gather at sunset before settling into the reeds for the ... Read more
The Magic of Michael Grandinetti: Master Illusionist at Westport Country Playhouse
Experience an evening of mind-bending illusions when Master Illusionist Michael Grandinetti takes the stage at Westport Country Playhouse on Friday, September 4, 2026. The 8 pm performance features the internationally acclaimed magician, whose work has been showcased on NBC's The World's Greatest Magic, The CW's Masters of Illusion, and POP's Don't Blink. Blending spectacular illusions ... Read more
Saturday, September 5, 2026
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September 5, 2026 - RecurringChess Lessons at Mattatuck Museum
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September 5, 2026 - RecurringExhibit Highlight Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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September 5, 2026 - RecurringChildren’s Storytime in the Fairfield Forest at Fairfield University Store
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September 5, 2026 -River Tales at Connecticut River Museum
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September 5, 2026 - RecurringAmerica 250 Wayback Fare Day – Ride at 2016 Prices at The Shore Line Trolley Museum
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September 5, 2026 - RecurringMuseums on Us at the Mattatuck Museum
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September 5, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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September 5, 2026 - RecurringTree Swallow Sunset Trips on Onrust & RiverQuest at Connecticut River Museum
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
Children’s Storytime in the Fairfield Forest at Fairfield University Store
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
River Tales at Connecticut River Museum
Families with young children are invited to enjoy River Tales at the Connecticut River Museum on Saturday, September 5, 2026. Sessions are offered from 11 am to 12 pm and 1 to 2 pm. Designed for children ages 4 and older and their caregivers, this engaging program features a storytime followed by a take-home craft ... Read more
America 250 Wayback Fare Day – Ride at 2016 Prices at The Shore Line Trolley Museum
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
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
Tree Swallow Sunset Trips on Onrust & RiverQuest at Connecticut River Museum
Experience one of nature's most remarkable evening spectacles during the Tree Swallow Sunset Trips aboard Onrust and RiverQuest, offered from August 21 through September 23, 2026. These evening cruises travel to a special location along the Connecticut River where hundreds of thousands of tree swallows gather at sunset before settling into the reeds for the ... Read more
Sunday, September 6, 2026
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September 6, 2026 - RecurringMuseums on Us at the Mattatuck Museum
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September 6, 2026 - RecurringFamily Storytime at Connecticut Museum of Culture and History
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September 6, 2026 - RecurringTree Swallow Sunset Trips on Onrust & RiverQuest at Connecticut River Museum
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 Sunday of the month, participating guests can visit the Museum from 11 am to 4 pm at ... Read more
Family Storytime at Connecticut Museum of Culture and History
Families with young children can enjoy an afternoon of stories and creativity during Family Storytime at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History on June 7, August 2, and September 6 from 3 pm to 3:30 pm. The recurring program invites children and caregivers to relax on beanbags while listening to stories centered around creativity, ... Read more
Tree Swallow Sunset Trips on Onrust & RiverQuest at Connecticut River Museum
Experience one of nature's most remarkable evening spectacles during the Tree Swallow Sunset Trips aboard Onrust and RiverQuest, offered from August 21 through September 23, 2026. These evening cruises travel to a special location along the Connecticut River where hundreds of thousands of tree swallows gather at sunset before settling into the reeds for the ... Read more