📸Photos with Santa, Drive-Thru Light Shows, & More This Weekend

December 06, 2024

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Good morning, Connecticut!

It’s Friday, which means the weekend is here, and it’s packed with festive fun for the whole family! Whether you’re snapping photos with Santa, exploring holiday light displays, or strolling through winter markets, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

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Here’s where you can capture holiday memories with Santa across the state…

Looking for the perfect spot to snap a picture with Santa? We’ve rounded up the best places in Connecticut to meet the big guy in red, whether it’s at a festive breakfast, a local event, or a holiday market. Click the button below for the full guide 👇

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CAN'T MISS EVENTS THIS WEEKEND

Here’s what’s happening across Connecticut this weekend:

🎄 Holiday Lights Spectacular at Olde Mistick Village (All Weekend): Stroll through a beautifully illuminated holiday village filled with festive cheer.

🎁 Hartford for the Holidays at Downtown Hartford (All Weekend): Enjoy holiday markets, light displays, and seasonal entertainment downtown.

🚂 Northern Lights Limited at The Railroad Museum of New England (All Weekend): Take a magical holiday train ride with Santa and twinkling lights.

🍬 14th Annual Gingerbread House Festival: Snowed Inn (All Weekend): Marvel at intricate gingerbread creations and festive displays.

✨ Festival of Trees and Traditions at Wadsworth Atheneum (All Weekend): Celebrate the season with beautifully decorated trees and performances.

🌟 Glow Hartford Holiday Light Festival & Market (All Weekend): Explore one of the top holiday light displays in the country.

🛍️ Holiday Market at Noah Webster House (All Weekend): Find unique gifts from local artisans at this charming market.

🏒 Hockey Weekend at The Bruce Museum (All Weekend): Learn about the history of hockey and enjoy fun activities.

🦌 16th Annual Greenwich Reindeer Festival & Santa’s Workshop (Fri & Sat): Meet live reindeer and Santa at this family-favorite event.

🕯️ 22nd Annual Downtown Milford Lamplight Stroll (Fri & Sat): Wander through downtown Milford with lamplight, carolers, and festive fun.

🎅 Holiday Open House at the Governor’s Residence (Fri & Sat): Tour the Governor’s Residence decked out in holiday splendor.

🔥 Firelight Festival at Henry Whitfield State Museum (Sat): Experience a cozy evening with fireside activities and holiday cheer.

🎅 Heights & Lights at Landmark Square and Latham Park (Sun): See Santa rappel from a building and kick off the holiday season.

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