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Kick off 2025 with fun and free things to do in Connecticut this January! Family Day event photo courtesy of the Yale University Art Galleries.

Fun Free Activities for Kids in January 2025: Free Things To Do in CT with Kids

Connecticut is filled with fun (and free!) activities for January 2025!

Bubbles are a classic free fun activity for Connecticut kids

Guide to Free Fun Things to Do for Connecticut Kids

Find the best FREE things to do with kids in Connecticut.

By land, by sea, by river—however!— families are coming to the best Museums in Connecticut! Connecticut River Museum photo by Ally Noel for Mommy Poppins

Best Museums for Kids in Connecticut: Children’s Museums and Family-Friendly Museums

Explore hands-on fun at these kid-friendly museums in CT!

Our ultimate family bucket list has all the things to do in Connecticut before kids grow up. Photo courtesy of Lake Compounce

100 Things To Do in Connecticut Before Kids Grow Up

Explore our picks for the very best family activities in Connecticut.

Grab some friends for some birthday laps around the track. Photo courtesy of RPM Raceway

Fun Birthday Party Places in Connecticut for Tweens and Teens

Great venues in CT for older kids to celebrate.

Indoor spots offer plenty of adventure in Connecticut.

Connecticut Guide to Indoor Play Spaces & Fun Zones

Where to go and what to do with Connecticut Kids when you can't play outside!

Don't sweat the weather, because the best indoor water parks in New England are waiting for year-round fun! Photo courtesy of Jay Peak Resort

Best Indoor Water Parks in New England for Easy Family Getaways

In any kind of weather, New England indoor water parks mean family fun!

New England Family Travel Guide

The best towns, museums, and more family-friendly attractions in New England.

Groupon's online marketplace offers tons of discounts on activities for kids and families.

Save On Top-Rated Connecticut Outings and Experiences for Kids and Families

Discounted bowling, movies, and more from Groupon.

Bike the ground of Fort Trumbull. Photo courtesy Visit CT

Connecticut Day Trips & Weekend Getaways Guide

Plan an easy weekend getaway or exciting day trip with the kids!

Costumed interpreters share stories of colonial life along the historic Mystic seaport. Photo courtesy of the Mystic Seaport Museum

Mystic, Connecticut with Kids: Top Things to Do on a Weekend Getaway

With its charming seaport and renowned aquarium, Mystic, CT offers year-round family fun.

Photo courtesy of Flamig Farm

Best Petting Zoos in Connecticut: Animals Up Close at Farms and Petting Zoos

Find fun animal encounters at these CT farms and petting zoos.

Find a sweet treat for the whole family at the best places for breakfast in Connecticut with kids! Photo courtesy of Hotcakes

Best Breakfast Restaurants in Connecticut

Explore kid-friendly spots in Connecticut for pancakes, waffles, French toast, and more!

As classic as the roller rink or modern as a VR experience, these fun indoor places are perfect spots for teens and tweens to hang out! Photo by Ally Noel

Fun Places in Connecticut Where Tweens and Teens Can Hang Out Indoors

Find fun indoor spots in Connecticut tailor-made for teens and tweens!

Parents can enjoy some relaxation when their kids spend time at the

10 Family-Friendly Hotels and Spa Resorts in Connecticut

Find rest, relaxation, and family fun at these hotels and resorts.

A double slide at Jonathan's Dream. Photo courtesy of O'Brien and Sons Landscape Structures

The Best Tot Lots and Toddler Playgrounds in Connecticut

Great playgrounds for preschoolers.

Ball pit fun at Chelsea Piers.

Great Birthday Party Places in Connecticut for Preschoolers

Fun parties for the toddler set.

Those eight crazy nights are approaching and we’ve got everything you need to celebrate Hanukkah with your family. Photo courtesy Cottonbro Studios

8 Ways to Celebrate Hanukkah with Kids: Hanukkah Gifts, Fun Crafts, and a Little History

Put on your yarmulkes, it's time for Hanukkah!

Flat walking trails make Wharton Brook State Park a sure bet for kid hikers. Photo by Mommy Poppins

A Dozen Short Hikes in Connecticut for Preschoolers and Toddlers

Discover hikes under a mile that are just enough for the youngest.

Take a step back in time with a visit to Mystic Seaport. Photo courtesy of Ally Noel

Top Attractions in Connecticut: Best Things to See and Do with Kids

Families visiting the Nutmeg State will find tons of kid-friendly fun.

From rolling hills and lakes to scenic views and summits, there's great outdoor adventure for families at Connecticut state parks. Photo courtesy of Visit CT

25 Connecticut State Parks and Forests That Are Great to Visit with Kids

Free Connecticut state parks and forests are great outdoor family destinations.

Outdoor fun and healthy activity await at one of the top Connecticut playgrounds! Jonathan's Dream playground photo courtesy of O'Brien & Sons

Top Connecticut Playgrounds That Families Will Love

Load up the car and spend a day at one of these must-visit CT playgrounds.

Run through the vineyards at Aquila's Nest. Photo courtesy of Aquila's Nest, Facebook

The Best Family-Friendly Vineyards and Wineries in Connecticut

The kiddos can tag along at these family-friendly wineries.

Practice new skills at Calf's Pasture Beach, photo courtesy of Norwalk Skate Park, Facebook

Top Skate Parks in Connecticut

The best places to skateboard throughout the state.

Create colorful storm clouds out of shaving cream and food coloring.

25 Preschool Science Experiments: Simple Science for Toddlers through Kindergarten Kids

These preschool science experiments are simple and fun.

Revel in nature's majesty at Webb Mountain. Photo by Ally Noel

Best Nature Centers in Connecticut To Visit with Kids

Nature center outings are fun, enriching and affordable.

We’ve rounded up the best escape rooms in Connecticut for a fun family outing!

Awesome Escape Rooms in CT: Kid-Friendly Parties and Family Adventures

For a fun family challenge, try these CT escape rooms.

The festivities get downright magical with Kids' Birthday Party Entertainers in CT! Photo courtesy of Dean Davids Magician

Kids' Birthday Party Entertainers in CT That Come To You

Have the best home party ever using these kids' birthday entertainers.

Find family fare and great deals at these Connecticut restaurants where kids eat free! Photo courtesy of Canva

Kids Eat Free: Connecticut Restaurants for Every Day of the Week

Find great meal deals at these CT restaurants where kids eat free!

The Mermaids Are Back at Mystic Aquarium. Photo courtesy of the event.

Mermaids, Fire and Ice Fun and More Things To Do in CT This Weekend

Enjoy winter fun for the whole family across CT this weekend!

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There's plenty to cheer about with all the fun to be had on February winter break in Connecticut,

15 Cool Things To Do on February Winter Break in Connecticut

Jennifer Coe, Jan 19 - Find kid-friendly activities for enriching fun over February winter break! READ MORE

Don't sweat the weather, because the best indoor water parks in New England are waiting for year-round fun! Photo courtesy of Jay Peak Resort

Best Indoor Water Parks in New England for Easy Family Getaways

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Get up close and personal with art and more at these free museums in Connecticut for kids. Photo courtesy of the New Britain of Museum of Art

Free Museums and Free Museum Days in Connecticut

Jennifer Coe, Jan 17 - Find a CT museum with free admission for kids! READ MORE

Get out in CT this weekend with MLK Community Day at New Britain Museum of American Art. Event photo courtesy of the museum.

MLK Weekend 2025 in Connecticut: Best Things To Do With Kids

Jennifer Coe, Jan 15 - Tributes and family-friendly activities come to CT for MLK Day weekend 2025. READ MORE

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How to Plan Cheap, Crazy, Amazing, and Affordable Family Vacations

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