🥾 Connecticut’s Perfect Halloween Weekend Lineup

Happy Halloween Friday, Connecticut! The weekend’s looking fantastic, and we’ve gathered some of the top events happening across the state—whether you’re craving trick or treating, outdoor adventures, live music, or fun for the whole family.

You can click on any event below to get more details, and if you're looking for even more ideas, check out our full Weekend Guide for a complete list of things to do across Connecticut.

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ALL WEEKEND LONG

• Shining Light on Truth: Black Lives at Yale & in New Haven at Yale Schwarzman Center (New Haven): This exhibition highlights the significant and often overlooked roles of Black individuals throughout Yale University’s and New Haven’s histories.

• The View from Here: Accessing Art Through Photography at Yale Schwarzman Center (New Haven): This exhibition showcases the work of thirteen student-photographers from Greater New Haven who participated in a collaborative photography program.

• Call of the Dolphins (3D) at the Connecticut Science Center (Hartford): Narrated by Academy Award® winner Mary Steenburgen, Call of the Dolphins takes audiences on an inspiring underwater adventure into the captivating world of wild dolphins.

• River Tales: The River That Flows Beside Me at the Connecticut River Museum (Essex): Children and their caregivers can dive into the wonders of nature during River Tales: The River That Flows Beside Me at the Connecticut River Museum.

FRIDAY EVENTS ACROSS CONNECTICUT

• Mania: The ABBA Tribute at Bushnell Theater (Hartford) - Relive your favorite ABBA hits performed with energy and glamour.

• Hartford Wolf Pack vs Lehigh Valley Phantoms at PeoplesBank Arena (Hartford) - Join the Wolf Pack as they take on the Phantoms.

• Halloween on the Farm! at Lyman Orchards (Middlefield) - Celebrate Halloween with fun activities and trick-or-treating at the Corn Maze.

• Docent Tour | Permanent Collection at Yale Center for British Art (New Haven) - Explore the highlights of the British Art collection with a knowledgeable docent.

• Docent Tour | Collection Highlights at Yale Center for British Art (New Haven) - Join an interactive exploration of collection highlights led by volunteer educators.

• Find Your Story Here: John Hicklin’s “Ladies of Llangollen” book at Yale Center for British Art (New Haven) - Discover captivating stories about the "Ladies of Llangollen" in this program.

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SATURDAY EVENTS ACROSS CONNECTICUT

• French Canadian Jam (Hartford) - Join this monthly jam session to get acquainted with French Canadian traditional tunes.

• UConn Football vs UAB (East Hartford) - UConn Football returns home to take on UAB at Pratt & Whitney Stadium.

• Tina — The Tina Turner Musical (Waterbury) - Experience the inspiring journey of Tina Turner in this electrifying musical.

• Hartford Wolf Pack vs Lehigh Valley Phantoms (Hartford) - Watch the Hartford Wolf Pack face off against the Lehigh Valley Phantoms.

• The Way of an Athlete | Kerri Walsh Jennings (New Kanaan) - A powerful experience with Olympic Gold Medalist Kerri Walsh Jennings focused on elite athletics and personal growth.

• Call of the Dolphins (3D) (Hartford) - This documentary takes you on a journey into the world of wild dolphins, narrated by Mary Steenburgen.

• Powder Ridge Ski Swap (Middlefield) - Upgrade your old ski equipment or sell your used gear at the swap from 9 AM to 3 PM.

• Cia Marco Flores Rayuela (Fairfield) - Enjoy a new dance work inspired by a celebrated novel, celebrating the game of hopscotch.

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SUNDAY EVENTS ACROSS CONNECTICUT

• Bridgeport Islanders vs. Springfield Thunderbirds (Bridgeport) - Cheer for the Bridgeport Islanders as they take on the Springfield Thunderbirds.

• Autism Speaks Empower Walk & 5K (Hartford) - Join a celebration of community and progress with this exciting 5K run and walk.

• A Violin Portrait (Hartford) - Experience chamber music with Hartford Symphony Orchestra musicians in a vibrant museum setting.

• Open VISIONS Forum Kaitlan Collins Good Ethics for Bad News: The New Red Lines of Broadcast Journalism Today (Fairfield) - Kaitlan Collins discusses the state of modern American media and her experiences as a journalist.

• New Haven Symphony Orchestra: MONTGOMERY VARIATIONS (New Haven) - Explore themes of resilience and remembrance through a powerful musical program.

• Lyman Orchards Pick Your Own- Open Daily! (Middlefield) - Enjoy a day of wholesome fun picking nearly 100 varieties of fruits at Lyman Orchards.

• A Cappella Brunch with Mixed Company: A Yale University Group at 1741 Pub & Grill (Middlefield) - Delight in a brunch experience with live a cappella performances from Mixed Company of Yale.

• EveryBody Dances with Raymond Pinto (New Haven) - Join a welcoming dance workshop focusing on improvisation and creative movement led by Raymond Pinto.

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TODAY IN CONNECTICUT HISTORY

Halloween Pranks and Merry Mischief in Early 20th-Century Connecticut

Long before modern celebrations, Halloween in Connecticut featured many of the familiar sights we enjoy today—jack o’ lanterns, cider, masquerades, witches, and ghosts. But alongside these festive touches came a fair share of mischief that sometimes tested the patience of local authorities.

Police reports from 1905 show that young pranksters caused headaches across towns like Bristol, unhinging gates, tossing rotten vegetables through windows, and even creating fire hazards with jack o’ lanterns. While officials supported “reasonable” celebrations, repeated antics prompted extra patrols to keep the peace.

By the 1920s, Halloween hijinks had escalated in some areas. Hartford firefighters handled small blazes started by pranksters, while trolley lines were disrupted by dummies on tracks or obstacles such as oil barrels. Elsewhere, inventive troublemakers in Windsor suspended sleighs from buildings and repositioned carts in unexpected locations, delighting some and frustrating others.

These stories remind us that Halloween mischief has long been a Connecticut tradition, blending creativity, chaos, and the timeless thrill of the season.

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Thanks!

Thanks for taking a few moments to plan your weekend with us! We hope you get out there and try something new or exciting. If you know someone who would enjoy discovering fun events like these, don’t hesitate to share this email.

Wishing you an amazing weekend!

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