Looking for the best things to do in Connecticut this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list!
Summertime is for food, fun, and live outdoor music in Connecticut. So ride the rides, enjoy live tunes, and dig into the huge food truck train at the Norwich Carnival & Food Truck Festival. Or listen to every type of music, from Reggae to Rock to Indie, at the Mystic River Jam Music Fest. Got a dinosaur-lover in the family? This is also opening weekend for the Dino Trolley at Connecticut Trolley Museum. Buy your tickets and hop onboard to see life-size dinosaurs on your travels.
And you can still get your fill of colorful fireworks! Join the Independence Day Celebration in Torrington or the Enfield 4th of July Town Celebration.
Looking for more fun? Check out our list of 100 Unforgettable FREE Summer Activities for Kids in Connecticut 2025.
