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🎄Christmas Festivals, 🐕Canine Acrobats, + More This Week in CT
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It’s Monday, and Christmas week is officially here! With just days until the holiday, we’ve put together a guide full of family-friendly events, festive activities, and fun for adults to help you celebrate.
Here’s what’s inside:
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Brighten your season with dazzling lights across Connecticut
From dazzling displays to charming small-town streets, Connecticut is full of spots to enjoy the magic of holiday lights. Whether you’re looking for drive-through experiences or cozy neighborhood strolls, our guide has all the must-see destinations👇.
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FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENTS
Fun for all ages this week:
🎅 74th Annual Christmas Village at Bridgeport P.A.L. Complex (Ongoing): Celebrate the season at this whimsical Christmas village.
🚂 Santa Express at Railroad Museum of New England (Today is the Final Day!): Hop aboard for a magical train ride with Santa and his helpers.
🎁 Holiday Wish Express at Stamford Town Center (Ongoing): Share your holiday wishes in a festive setting at this family-friendly event.
✨ Hartford for the Holidays (Ongoing): Downtown Hartford transforms with festive lights, music, and shopping.
⛸️ Disney on Ice Presents Frozen & Encanto at Total Mortgage Arena (Monday): Experience the magic of Disney with this dazzling skating performance.
🦌 16th Annual Greenwich Reindeer Festival (Only two days left!): Meet Santa and his live reindeer before they head back to the North Pole.
🌟 Glow Hartford Holiday Light Festival & Market (Ongoing): Enjoy stunning lights and a holiday market in downtown Hartford.
🏮 Winter Lantern Festival at Lyman Orchards (Ongoing): Explore illuminated displays and festive cheer at Lyman Orchards.
👻 A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story of Christmas at Hartford Stage (Ongoing): Catch a captivating performance of this holiday classic.
🐧 Home for the Holidays at Mystic Aquarium (Ongoing): Dive into a festive underwater adventure with holiday lights and décor.
🔭 Holiday Enchantment at Connecticut Science Center (Ongoing): Hands-on holiday exhibits and activities for the whole family.
🎄 Holiday Trolley Rides at Shore Line Trolley Museum (Thursday): Take a ride back in time on a festive trolley.
📽️ Polar Express Night at Wilton Historical Society (Friday): Enjoy a cozy evening watching this holiday favorite.
FUN FOR ADULTS
Festive events perfect for grown-ups this week:
🎤 John Campanelli at New York Comedy Club Stamford: Laugh the night away with this hilarious stand-up performance.
👻 Ghosts of Christmas Past Downtown Stroll in Mystic: Explore Mystic’s haunted history with a festive twist.
🎶 Live Music with GemSong Productions at Paradise Hills Vineyard: Sip wine while enjoying live music in a cozy setting.
🔍 The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year at Aquila’s Nest Vineyards: Solve a holiday mystery at this interactive dinner theater experience.
🎲 Heavy Game Night at Back Again Board Game Café: Challenge your friends to board game fun with snacks and drinks.
🎤 Gianmarco Soresi at New York Comedy Club Stamford: Catch this rising comedy star live in Stamford.
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Prepare to be wowed by incredible stunts and heartwarming moments as The Canine Stars showcase their amazing skills at The Stamford Palace Theatre. This fun-filled performance is perfect for dog lovers and audiences of all ages.
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DID YOU KNOW?
Connecticut is home to the oldest continually operating ferry in the United States. The Rocky Hill-Glastonbury Ferry has been running since 1655, making it a piece of living history you can still experience today.
🐾 MEET SOME ADORABLE REINDEER GOATS
Snuggle up with festive animals at Lyman Orchards
Meet adorable reindeer goats (yes, you read that right) for the ultimate holiday cuddle session.
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We hope your Christmas week is filled with joy, laughter, and holiday magic. Share this guide with a friend to spread the festive spirit, and we’ll see you next time!
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