CONNECTICUT, USA — A warm week kicking off November will lead to a cooler weekend, making it the perfect weather to get out and explore what events are happening in Connecticut!
Despite the temps cooling, you can take it one step further this Sunday with Leah's Polar Plunge! This event began during the pandemic in 2020 with the idea of helping local families struggling with food insecurities. The plunge then grew with support from the community, local rotaries, and Liberty Bank. Over the last four years, the plunge has contributed over $87,500 to local and surrounding food pantries! This event will occur at 218 W. Main Street, Chester, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Learn more here.
With late autumn here, you can get a Taste of the Season down at the Apple Barrel Farm at Lyman Orchards! This event will take place on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and guests can delight in a culinary collection of local Connecticut vendors lined up for a free tasting extravaganza! Make sure you save your appetite for this event as you taste your way through a seasonal smorgasbord of free samples, including local cheeses, specialty products, and baked delicacies. Best part? This event is free! Learn more about the event here.
Head to Mashantucket this weekend for the Honoring the Veterans Powwow! This event unites and honors native and non-Native Americans who have bravely served side by side in the U.S. Armed Forces for more than 200 years. This event draws in nearly 1,000 veterans, active-duty service members, families, and members each year; attendees will be immersed in breathtaking performances, amazing hand-crafted regalia, and traditional music. The event will run on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Learn more here.
Explore the world of art at the 16th Annual Bridgeport Art Trail, which will take place from Thursday to Sunday. It's a city-wide open studio art celebration that features over 200 artists, venues, organizations, and initiatives at seven different art studio buildings. You can explore vibrant galleries, studios, theaters, and pop-up locations all over the city! Learn more about this event here.
Get in the mood for an early Christmas at this weekend's New England Christmas Festival happening at Mohegan Sun! This festive, three-day event is a holiday shopping extravaganza that kicks off Friday and includes more than 350 artisan shops nationwide. These shops will sell handmade gifts, specialty food items, seasonal decor, and more. It's a perfect holiday shopping destination for everyone. Learn more about this event here.
Gotta catch 'em all at the Pokemon Weekend event at Connecticut Science Center in Hartford! Get ready for an electrifying weekend of fun and adventure. Whether you're a fan of Pokemon or just looking for fun and engaging activities to do with the kids, this event has something for everyone. Guests are encouraged to dress up, snap pictures with characters, and participate in exciting live science experiences. Activities will include trading card games, scavenger hunts, movies, science demonstrations, and more. Learn more about this event here.
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These aren't the only events happening this weekend. For more ideas, head to CT Visit.
See you next weekend!
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