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Massive Bounce Park, Food Fest Return to Milford Mall

The mall is offering a full slate of family-friendly activities this summer with a kickoff this weekend.

The mall is offering a full slate of family-friendly activities this summer.
The mall is offering a full slate of family-friendly activities this summer. (Saul Flores/Patch)

MILFORD, CT — Funbox, the "world's biggest bounce park," opens Saturday at the Connecticut Post Mall. The Milford Food Truck Festival will also be held Saturday through Monday.

Funbox offers "25,000 square ft. of inflatable fun" which includes 10 play zones like Tumble Temple, Marshmallow Mountain, and Gumball's Gallop.

“We are incredibly excited to kick off summer at Connecticut Post Mall with a truly unforgettable Memorial Day Weekend!" Mall General Manager Ken Sterba said in a statement. "Bringing back favorites like the Milford Food Truck Festival and welcoming the grand opening of FUNBOX reinforces our commitment to being a vibrant hub for family fun and community connection.”

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This is the third summer Funbox will be at Connecticut Post Mall. The family-friendly attraction will be open until Labor Day.

The Milford Food Truck Festival & Open Air Market will be Saturday, May 26, to Monday, May 28.

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"Savor incredible flavors and immerse yourself in a vibrant culinary experience!" a mall statement reads. "The Milford Food Truck Festival & Open Air Market returns, featuring top food trucks and craft vendors from across the state. Plus, enjoy endless entertainment for kids, including carnival games, train rides, face painting, and more."

The mall is also offering Toddler Tuesdays each week from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

"Toddler Tuesdays are back! Bring your little ones for a playful and safe environment filled with engaging activities like a toddler library, building blocks, crafts, play tents and tunnels, air forts, giant LEGOs, and much more. No registration is needed."

For more information and full event details, please visit ShopConnecticutPostMall.com.

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