Get Out: Five Great Things To Do This Weekend

Fourth of July weekend is here! And as usual, we’re telling you to get out there and celebrate! And no, watching previews for the new Captain America movie on repeat doesn’t count. So deck yourself out in your finest red, white and blue—or at least your favorite Old Navy flag T-shirt—and get your Fourth on! 

1. GROTON SUBFEST

WHERE/WHEN: Friday through Sunday from 3 to 11 p.m. at the Naval Submarine Base in Groton.

WHY GO: Music, rides, entertainment, food…need more?

PRICING: $4 admission and $22 for an unlimited rides bracelet.

2. 

WHERE/WHEN: This weekend’s performances at The Goodspeed in East Haddam: Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 3 and 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 and 6:30 p.m.

WHY GO: It’s opening weekend for the American musical! Show runs until Sept. 11.

PRICING: Tickets start at $31.50 each. 

3. 

WHERE/WHEN: Sunday at 6 p.m. on the Lighthouse grounds at Stonington Point.

WHY GO: This kickoff performance, “Broadway Favorites,” will be performed by the Salt Marsh Opera. Bring the family and a blanket!

PRICING: Proceeds benefit the Stonington Historical Society and Salt Marsh Opera. Tickets are $20 at the gate and children under 12 are free. 

4. 

WHERE/WHEN: Monday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

WHY GO: Party like it’s 1876! The Seaport has it all with a dory race, civil war re-enactment, children’s parade, concert and more!

PRICING: Activities are included in museum admission.

5. 

WHERE/WHEN: Monday at 10 a.m. at Poquonnock Plains Park in Groton.

WHY GO: This year’s theme is “Proud to be an American!”

PRICING: Free.