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šøPhotos with Santa, Drive-Thru Light Shows, & More This Weekend
Good morning, Connecticut!
Itās Friday, which means the weekend is here, and itās packed with festive fun for the whole family! Whether youāre snapping photos with Santa, exploring holiday light displays, or strolling through winter markets, thereās something for everyone to enjoy.
Here are a few things you'll discover below:
Find the best places for photos with Santa
Top holiday events happening across Connecticut this weekend
Explore the Ghosts of Christmas Past in Mystic

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Hereās where you can capture holiday memories with Santa across the stateā¦
Looking for the perfect spot to snap a picture with Santa? Weāve rounded up the best places in Connecticut to meet the big guy in red, whether itās at a festive breakfast, a local event, or a holiday market. Click the button below for the full guide š
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CAN'T MISS EVENTS THIS WEEKEND
Hereās whatās happening across Connecticut this weekend:
š Holiday Lights Spectacular at Olde Mistick Village (All Weekend): Stroll through a beautifully illuminated holiday village filled with festive cheer.
š Hartford for the Holidays at Downtown Hartford (All Weekend): Enjoy holiday markets, light displays, and seasonal entertainment downtown.
š Northern Lights Limited at The Railroad Museum of New England (All Weekend): Take a magical holiday train ride with Santa and twinkling lights.
š¬ 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.
š Glow Hartford Holiday Light Festival & Market (All Weekend): Explore one of the top holiday light displays in the country.
šļø Holiday Market at Noah Webster House (All Weekend): Find unique gifts from local artisans at this charming market.
š Hockey Weekend at The Bruce Museum (All Weekend): Learn about the history of hockey and enjoy fun activities.
š¦ 16th Annual Greenwich Reindeer Festival & Santaās Workshop (Fri & Sat): Meet live reindeer and Santa at this family-favorite event.
šÆļø 22nd Annual Downtown Milford Lamplight Stroll (Fri & Sat): Wander through downtown Milford with lamplight, carolers, and festive fun.
š Holiday Open House at the Governorās Residence (Fri & Sat): Tour the Governorās Residence decked out in holiday splendor.
š„ Firelight Festival at Henry Whitfield State Museum (Sat): Experience a cozy evening with fireside activities and holiday cheer.
š 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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Experience a hauntingly festive holiday tour
Explore the spooky side of the holiday season with the Downtown Mystic Ghost Tour. Hear tales of holiday hauntings and Christmas legends as you stroll through the historic streets of Mystic.
Click below to find out moreā¦
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DID YOU KNOW?
Connecticutās Old State House in Hartford is the oldest state house in the country, completed in 1796 and steeped in history.

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