The 9 Best Mini Golf Courses in Connecticut!

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Safari Golf, Berlin, CT

Open since 1985, Safari Golf has been wowing families with tons of hole-in-one fun with their jungle themed mini golf course. This 18-hole course features model animals, a cave, and even animal… Read More

The 11 Best Historic Theaters in Connecticut!

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The Bushnell, Hartford, CT

The Bushnell was built in tribute to Horace Bushnell by his daughter, Dotha Bushnell Hillyer, as a center for performing arts in her home city. The theater opened in 1930 and unlike many of the other… Read More

8 Best Comedy Clubs in Connecticut!

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Playhouse on Park, West Hartford, CT

With numerous exciting events on the schedule, Playhouse on the Park is a great option for live entertainment in the heart of Connecticut. With improv shows and battles, comedy nights, plays, and… Read More

9 Best Arcades in Connecticut!

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Shooter’s Billiards and Arcade, Southington, CT

In addition to pool tables and darts, Shooter’s has arcade games, air hockey, foosball, and pinball. Kids love birthday parties held at Shooter’s Billiards and Arcade. Shooter’s… Read More

The 14 Most Amazing Wonders to Discover in Connecticut!

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Wethersfield Ancient Burying Ground, Wethersfield, CT

Located in Connecticut’s oldest town is the Wethersfield Ancient Burying Ground, which provides a glimpse into life in the 1700 and 1800s. When visiting the cemetery, something to note is that… Read More

The 14 Best Family-Friendly Attractions in Connecticut!

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The Children’s Museum, West Hartford, CT

Be welcomed to the Children’s Museum with a walk through a huge model whale, occasionally spraying water through its blowhole. Talk about a grand entrance! The rest of the Children’s… Read More

The Best Art Galleries in Connecticut!

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Real Art Ways, Hartford, CT

At this cinema, art gallery, and theater, visitors can enjoy a variety of alternative arts created by contemporary artists. Real Art Ways (RAW) shows emerging and career artists from Connecticut, the… Read More

10 Best Rainy Day Activities in Connecticut!

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Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art, Hartford, CT

An inclement weather day is the perfect opportunity to enjoy a bit of culture and artistry. Take in Hartford’s revered Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art for special exhibits as well as an… Read More

9 Best Live Theater Venues in Connecticut!

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The Bushnell, Hartford, CT

Located in a landmark building, The Bushnell is one of Connecticut’s most iconic playhouses. With musicals, movies, comedy, ballet, and theater, there is really something on the events calendar… Read More

7 Best Escape Rooms in Connecticut!

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Complexity Rooms: A Puzzling Adventure, Farmington, CT

Work together with your team of a minimum of two people to solve a complex puzzle. Options currently available include the Mall, Cat Burglar, and the Pirate. The rooms here are different levels of… Read More

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Chip Rutan: “Space and Time” @ CT State Community College Middlesex

Monday, Dec 15, 2025

CT State Community College - Middlesex’s Niche and Pegasus Gallery.

CT State Community College Middlesex

Middletown, CT

Chip Rutan: “Space and Time” @ CT State Community College Middlesex

Tuesday, Dec 16, 2025

CT State Community College - Middlesex’s Niche and Pegasus Gallery.

CT State Community College Middlesex

Middletown, CT

The Milk Carton Kids

Tuesday, Dec 16, 2025 at 8:00pm

Infinity Hall Hartford

Hartford, CT

Chip Rutan: “Space and Time” @ CT State Community College Middlesex

Wednesday, Dec 17, 2025

CT State Community College - Middlesex’s Niche and Pegasus Gallery.

CT State Community College Middlesex

Middletown, CT

Samantha Fish, Cedric Burnside and more

Wednesday, Dec 17, 2025 at 8:00pm

Infinity Hall Hartford

Hartford, CT

Chip Rutan: “Space and Time” @ CT State Community College Middlesex

Thursday, Dec 18, 2025

CT State Community College - Middlesex’s Niche and Pegasus Gallery.

CT State Community College Middlesex

Middletown, CT

WHS presents A Christmas Carol in the Hurlbut-Dunham House

Thursday, Dec 18, 2025 at 6:00pm

Wethersfield Historical Society

Hurlbut Dunham House

Wethersfield, CT

REPRISE: A Phish Experience

Thursday, Dec 18, 2025 at 8:00pm

Infinity Hall Hartford

Hartford, CT

Public Works

Thursday, Dec 18, 2025 at 8:00pm

Hartford Webster Theatre

Hartford, CT

Chip Rutan: “Space and Time” @ CT State Community College Middlesex

Friday, Dec 19, 2025

CT State Community College - Middlesex’s Niche and Pegasus Gallery.

CT State Community College Middlesex

Middletown, CT

Winter Festival Holiday Market

Friday, Dec 19, 2025

Powder Ridge Mountain Park and Resort

Middlefield, CT

Jon B

Friday, Dec 19, 2025 at 8:00pm

Hartford Webster Theatre

Hartford, CT

Consider the Source

Friday, Dec 19, 2025 at 9:00pm

Arch Street Tavern

Hartford, CT

Winter Festival Holiday Market

Saturday, Dec 20, 2025

Powder Ridge Mountain Park and Resort

Middlefield, CT

Winterfair: Hartford’s Holiday Market

Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 from 11:00am to 4:00pm

Hartford, CT

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