Are your kids telling you they're bored? There's no excuse in Fairfield County! See what's happening in the next two days for kids & families. Many of the activities are FREE!
(In fact, click here for EVERYTHING that's free coming up in our area.)
Sunday, July 20
Find out what's happening in Norwalkfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Fairfield Summer Concerts: The Glamour Girls at Fairfield Parks and Recreation. Enjoy live music on warm evenings at the free summer concert series in Fairfield's Sherman Green Gazebo!
Find out what's happening in Norwalkfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Lorikeets at the Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk! Stop by the Aquarium's special out door aviary and visit with these adorable,colorful birds! For a small fee you'll even be able to feed them the sweet nectar they LOVE.
Chocolate Factory Experience Tour of Fascia's Chocolates! Come to Fascia's Chocolates factory for a tour you won't forget! Check out the manufacturing process and learn how chocolate is made! Of course, you'll sample chocolate and even make your OWN chocolate bar! RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED.
Greenwich's Great Estates at the Greenwich Historical Society. This exhibition draws on the Greenwich Historical Society’s collection of clothing, photographs and objects to explore an era marked by the unbridled spending by America’s elite to build estates of staggering proportions.
Mary Poppins at Westchester Broadway Theatre. One of the most popular Disney movies of all time is capturing hearts in a whole new way: as a hit musical! Mary Poppins is the story of a mysterious nanny who magically appears at the Banks household in London to care for Jane and Michael Banks.
Street Seats in Stamford Downtown, Art in Public Places. Stamford Downtown hosts a distinguished outdoor sculpture exhibit designed to attract local and regional audiences. Art in Public Places features sculptures lining the sidewalks and parks of the Downtown as well as the Stamford Town Center.
Summer Music Sundays at the Mystic Seaport! Mystic Seaport is offering FREE admission to all Sunday evening visitors from 5 - 8 pm. Your family can stroll through the grounds and along the waterfront, relax with friends and enjoy summer music!.
Jiggle a Jelly at the Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk! Gently touch the tops of live moon jellies as they pulse in our new exhibit! How is this possible without being stung? The stinging cells of moon jellyfish hang on tentacles below their bodies and don't hurt people that much anyway!
Camel Rides at Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo! Three Dromedary camels, named Toby, Goliath & Noah, are giving rides from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for $5 per person, which includes photos. Purchase ride tickets at the front gate, gift shop, carousel, and at the camel ride (cash only).
Rainforest Reptile Shows at Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo! Exotic crawlers, unusual slitherers and fascinating creepers, all of which are creatures of the rainforest. Experience direct contact with live animals, artifacts and fascinating stories about these unusual animals and their natural habitats.
Westport Fine Arts Festival! at Westport Downtown Merchants Association. Original, juried works are displayed along the lovely Saugatuck River in beautiful downtown Westport. Live music, special performances, and children's activities make this a festival for everyone!
Hispanic Heritage Celebration at Westchester County. Celebrate Hispanic culture at Kensico Dam Plaza. Bring your blankets and chairs and enjoy a day of live music, food, vendors and more.
41st annual Westport Fine Arts Festival. Families looking for a special summertime event join art collectors for exceptional works of art, live music, unique performances, children's activities, and delicious refreshments from local eateries.
National Zookeeper Week at Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo. Come by the zoo, say hello to our zookeepers, and enjoy the fun-filled activities they have in store for you!
Grand Opening Ceremony & a Performance by Jose Feliciano at Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts. Following the ribbon-cutting ceremony, there will be a special performance by the legendary Jose Feliciano and his quintet.
Mindbender Mansion and The Adventures of MR. POTATO HEAD® at the Connecticut Science Center. Enter a fantastically puzzling world of clues, challenges, & games that will delight puzzlers of all ages. Then go on a spud-tacular jungle safari, archaeological dig, under the sea & in outer space with MR. POTATO HEAD®!
Dinosaurs: Giants of Patagonia 3D at the Connecticut Science Center. Travel back in time to see dinosaurs come to life! Meet the plant-eating Argentinosaur, the largest animal to have ever walked the Earth, and its nemesis, the Giganotosaur, a carnivore who could easily challenge the famous T-rex.
Meet MR. POTATO HEAD®! at the Connecticut Science Center! Come meet MR. POTATO HEAD® at the Connecticut Science Center on Sundays in July! He’ll be here and ready to greet you. You can even take your picture with him! Tag your photos #summerofspud to be featured in our online photo gallery.
Monday, July 21
Lorikeets at the Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk! Stop by the Aquarium's special out door aviary and visit with these adorable,colorful birds! For a small fee you'll even be able to feed them the sweet nectar they LOVE.
Kids Eat Free at Fuji of Japan! Children 10 yrs and under eat free from our Children’s Menu with the purchase of an adult entrée of $16.95 or more. One adult per child. May not be combined with any other offer or gift certificate. Excluded holidays and special event.
Street Seats in Stamford Downtown, Art in Public Places. Each year Stamford Downtown hosts a distinguished outdoor sculpture exhibit designed to attract both local an regional audiences. Art in Public Places features sculptures lining the sidewalks and parks of the Downtown.
Fossil Dig at Stepping Stones Museum for Children! Become a paleontologist and search for buried fossils at the Stepping Stones excavation site. Free with museum admission. Sign up at the Welcome Desk. Limited seating on a first-come, first-served basis. Ages 3 and up. Weather permitting.
Jiggle a Jelly at the Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk! Gently touch the tops of live moon jellies as they pulse in our new exhibit! How is this possible without being stung? The stinging cells of moon jellyfish hang on tentacles below their bodies and don't hurt people that much anyway!
Camel Rides at Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo! Three Dromedary camels, named Toby, Goliath & Noah, are giving rides from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for $5 per person, which includes photos. Purchase ride tickets at the front gate, gift shop, carousel, and at the camel ride (cash only).
Rainforest Reptile Shows at Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo! Exotic crawlers, unusual slitherers and fascinating creepers, all of which are creatures of the rainforest. Experience direct contact with live animals, artifacts and fascinating stories about these unusual animals and their natural habitats.
Family Movie Night at the Western Greenwich Civic Center: Hotel Transylvania! at Town of Greenwich Parks & Recreation. Start the week off right by bringing your families to a fun summer movie at the Western Greenwich Civic Center! The Hotel Transylvania is always a crowd pleaser!!
National Zookeeper Week at Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo. Come by the zoo, say hello to our zookeepers, and enjoy the fun-filled activities they have in store for you!
Zoo Patrol at Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo. Participate in keeper talks, behind-the-scenes tours, animal related games, and crafts!
Mindbender Mansion and The Adventures of MR. POTATO HEAD® at the Connecticut Science Center. Enter a fantastically puzzling world of clues, challenges, & games that will delight puzzlers of all ages. Then go on a spud-tacular jungle safari, archaeological dig, under the sea & in outer space with MR. POTATO HEAD®!
Dinosaurs: Giants of Patagonia 3D at the Connecticut Science Center. Travel back in time to see dinosaurs come to life! Meet the plant-eating Argentinosaur, the largest animal to have ever walked the Earth, and its nemesis, the Giganotosaur, a carnivore who could easily challenge the famous T-rex.
