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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
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Connecticut’s Revolution at Museum of Connecticut History
Museum of Connecticut History 231 Capitol Ave, Hartford
Tree Swallow Sunset Trips on Onrust & RiverQuest at Connecticut River Museum
Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex
Bishop’s Fall Festival at Bishop’s Main Orchard
Bishop’s Main Orchard 480 New England Road, Guilford
Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides & Trackless Train at Lyman Orchards
Lyman Orchards Apple Barrel Farm Market 32 Reeds Gap Road, Middlefield
Seeds to Success: Children’s Entrepreneurial Market at Lyman Orchards
Lyman Orchards Apple Barrel Farm Market 32 Reeds Gap Road, MiddlefieldWeek 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
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
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
The Wall That Heals at Murphy Park
Experience The Wall That Heals when the traveling Vietnam Veterans Memorial visits Putnam from September 10–13, 2026. Hosted at Murphy Park, this free event is open to the public 24 hours a day throughout its stay. Created by the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund, The Wall That Heals is a traveling three-quarter-scale replica of the Vietnam ... Read more
Norwalk Oyster Festival at Veterans Memorial Park
Enjoy live music, family entertainment, great food, carnival rides, and seaside fun during the 48th Annual Norwalk Oyster Festival, taking place September 11–13, 2026, at Veterans Memorial Park in Norwalk. The three-day festival features nationally recognized performers, local attractions, and activities for all ages. This year's entertainment lineup includes rock icon Lita Ford on Friday, ... Read more
Monday, September 7, 2026
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September 7, 2026 -Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides & Trackless Train at Lyman Orchards
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September 7, 2026 -Seeds to Success: Children’s Entrepreneurial Market at Lyman Orchards
Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides & Trackless Train at Lyman Orchards
Lyman Orchards will offer two family-friendly activities on Monday, September 7, with Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides and the Roaming Railroad Trackless Train at the Apple Barrel Farm Market in Middlefield. Horse-drawn wagon rides run from 10 am to 3:30 pm, taking guests along a scenic hayride trail past the historic Lyman Homestead. Admission is $6 for ... Read more
Seeds to Success: Children’s Entrepreneurial Market at Lyman Orchards
Lyman Orchards will host the Seeds to Success: Children’s Entrepreneurial Market on Monday, September 7, from 11 am to 2 pm at the Apple Barrel Farm Market in Middlefield. The award-winning program gives children ages 5 to 17 an opportunity to experience what it takes to run a business, from developing a product or service ... Read more
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
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Wednesday, September 9, 2026
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September 9, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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
Thursday, September 10, 2026
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September 10, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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September 10, 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
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 11, 2026
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September 11, 2026 - RecurringFree Theater Tours at Westport Country Playhouse
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September 11, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
Free Theater Tours at Westport Country Playhouse
Go behind the scenes at the historic Westport Country Playhouse during free guided theater tours on Friday, September 11, and Saturday, September 12, 2026. Beginning at 10:30 am, these 90-minute tours offer visitors a unique opportunity to explore one of Connecticut's most celebrated performing arts venues. Originally opened in 1931 in a converted cow barn, ... 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
Saturday, September 12, 2026
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September 12, 2026 -Fairy Tails Day at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo
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September 12, 2026 - RecurringCorn Maze & Cider Donut Harvest Music Festival at Lyman Orchards
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September 12, 2026 - RecurringChess Lessons at Mattatuck Museum
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September 12, 2026 - RecurringFree Theater Tours at Westport Country Playhouse
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September 12, 2026 - RecurringExhibit Highlight Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
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September 12, 2026 -Museum Movers at Bruce Museum
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September 12, 2026 - RecurringChildren’s Storytime in the Fairfield Forest at Fairfield University Store
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September 12, 2026 - RecurringPequot Village Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
Fairy Tails Day at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo
Storybook characters will come to life at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo during Fairy Tails Day on Saturday, September 12, from 10 am to 2 pm. The family-friendly event will fill the Zoo with whimsical activities and opportunities for children to enjoy a day of fantasy and fun. Guests can meet and take photos with storybook princesses ... Read more
Corn Maze & Cider Donut Harvest Music Festival at Lyman Orchards
Fall festivities take over Lyman Orchards on Saturday, September 12, and Sunday, September 13, from 10 am to 4 pm during the Corn Maze & Cider Donut Harvest Music Festival. Admission to the festival is free, with live music, family activities, food trucks, and seasonal farm attractions throughout the weekend. This year’s Corn Maze theme ... 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
Free Theater Tours at Westport Country Playhouse
Go behind the scenes at the historic Westport Country Playhouse during free guided theater tours on Friday, September 11, and Saturday, September 12, 2026. Beginning at 10:30 am, these 90-minute tours offer visitors a unique opportunity to explore one of Connecticut's most celebrated performing arts venues. Originally opened in 1931 in a converted cow barn, ... 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
Museum Movers at Bruce Museum
Children ages 3–6 and their grownups can explore the Bruce Museum through movement, breath, group games, and creative activities during Museum Movers on Saturday, September 12, from 11 am–12 pm. The program begins with a sensory and experiential exploration of the museum’s galleries, followed by an exhibition-inspired yoga class. Participants should wear comfortable clothing and ... 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
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
Sunday, September 13, 2026
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September 13, 2026 - RecurringCorn Maze & Cider Donut Harvest Music Festival at Lyman Orchards
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September 13, 2026 - RecurringDiscovery Sundays at Florence Griswold Museum
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September 13, 2026 -East Haven Fall Festival at the Museum at The Shore Line Trolley Museum
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September 13, 2026 -Science Solvers: Chemical Reaction Paintings at Bruce Museum
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September 13, 2026 -Pilobolus Day at Devereux | The Glenholme School
Corn Maze & Cider Donut Harvest Music Festival at Lyman Orchards
Fall festivities take over Lyman Orchards on Saturday, September 12, and Sunday, September 13, from 10 am to 4 pm during the Corn Maze & Cider Donut Harvest Music Festival. Admission to the festival is free, with live music, family activities, food trucks, and seasonal farm attractions throughout the weekend. This year’s Corn Maze theme ... Read more
Discovery Sundays at Florence Griswold Museum
Hands-on art activities invite visitors of all ages to explore creativity during Discovery Sundays at the Florence Griswold Museum, held Sundays from April through September, from 11 am to 4 pm. Families and other visitors can drop in at the Hartman Education Center and choose from a variety of activities designed to encourage artistic exploration. ... Read more
East Haven Fall Festival at the Museum at The Shore Line Trolley Museum
Celebrate the East Haven Fall Festival with a visit to The Shore Line Trolley Museum on Sunday, September 13, 2026. As part of the community celebration, the museum will offer special festival hours from 12 pm to 5 pm, inviting guests to enjoy historic trolley rides and explore the museum grounds. Visitors can experience antique ... Read more
Science Solvers: Chemical Reaction Paintings at Bruce Museum
Children and families can combine science and art during Science Solvers: Chemical Reaction Paintings at Bruce Museum on Sunday, September 13, from 1–3 pm. Participants will experiment with colorful chemical reactions to create unique works of art while exploring the connection between scientific discovery and creativity. The program is designed for children ages 4 and ... Read more
Pilobolus Day at Devereux | The Glenholme School
Pilobolus Day returns to Washington on Sunday, September 13, from 1:30 to 5 pm at Devereux | The Glenholme School, offering an afternoon of dance, movement, creativity, and community connection for all ages. The event features a matinee performance showcasing new work and beloved Pilobolus classics, followed by a choice of three movement workshops led ... Read more
