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7 Family-Friendly Summer Activities In New London

Get ready to explore exciting attractions and events right here in our community!

These family-friendly summer activities in New London are sure to be crowd-pleasers for everyone.
These family-friendly summer activities in New London are sure to be crowd-pleasers for everyone. (Shutterstock)

Great news, New London — summer is just around the corner! If you're in search of family-friendly fun, we've put together a list of seven fantastic activities in and around town that are sure to be a hit with everyone. Don't forget to check with the venue ahead of time to confirm hours, ticket availability or any special requirements before you go!


1. Ocean Beach Park

📅 When: Open daily | 8 AM - 10 PM
📍 Where: 98 Neptune Ave, New London, CT 06320
🔗 More info: Click here


2. Custom House Maritime Museum

📅 When: Open Thursday - Sunday | Thursday - Friday 1 PM - 5 PM, Saturday 10 AM - 5 PM, Sunday 1 PM - 5 PM
📍Where: 150 Bank St, New London, CT 06320
🔗 More info: Click here


3. The Garde Arts Center, Inc.

📅 When: Days vary per show | Hours vary per show; see events calendar
📍 Where: 325 State St, New London, CT 06320
🔗 More info: Click here


4. Connecticut College Arboretum

📅 When: Open daily | 7 AM - 9 PM
📍 Where: 270 Mohegan Ave Pkwy, New London, CT 06320
🔗 More info: Click here


5. Great Neck Country Club

📅 When: Open Wednesday - Sunday | Wednesday - Thursday 4 PM - 8 PM, Friday 4 PM - 9 PM, Saturday 11:30 AM - 9 PM, Sunday 11:30 AM - 7 PM
📍 Where: 28 Lamphere Rd, Waterford, CT 06385
🔗 More info: Click here


6. Harkness Memorial State Park

📅 When: Open daily | Sunrise - Sundown
📍 Where: 275 Great Neck Rd, Waterford, CT 06385
🔗 More info: Click here


7. New London-Waterford Speedbowl

📅 When: Open Saturday & Wednesday | Saturday 2 PM - 12 AM, Wednesday 4:30 PM - 11 PM
📍 Where: 1080 Hartford Turnpike, Waterford, CT 06385
🔗 More info: Click here


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