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Back to School Concert at Castle Hill Farm will feature a performance by Poppi's Planet. Photo courtesy of the artist.
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8/23/23 - By Ally Noel

Looking for the best things to do in Connecticut this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your schedule.

Somehow we made it to the unofficial last weekend of Summer vacation. For many of us, school starts next week, but that doesn't mean you can't go out with a bang. Connecticut families can celebrate the beginning of the new school year at the Back to School Carnival in New Britain, a Back to School Concert in Newtown or Back to School Extravaganza at Hartford's Parkville Market. 

Be sure and check out all the fun activities and events this month with the Best Things To Do in Connecticut August 2023 with Kids. And see our Ultimate Connecticut Kids Summer Vacation Guide for more ideas for fun in the sun!

Editor's note: Slide City Waterpark in Danbury has been canecled.

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Back to school events are happening all over CT this weekend! Event photo courtesy of the Parkville Market
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Things To Do in Connecticut this Weekend with Kids

Dream Show: Farmington Car Show

Farmington - August 25- August 27, 2023
The Dream Cruise and Wrangler Rally is the largest car cruise benefiting The Hometown Foundation, Inc. Hundreds of automotive enthusiasts from across the country convene at The Farmington Club. The Dream Cruise is a twelve mile police-escorted journey where drivers pair up with Dream Riders in their classic or exotic vehicles for a cruise through the Farmington Valley.  READ MORE

The Brooklyn Fair

Brooklyn - August 24 - August 27, 2023
Make memories at one of the oldest continuously run fairs in the United States. Fireworks, baking contests, truck pull, racing pigs, animal competitions, and an entire kids' stage all await.  READ MORE

Van Gogh Sunflower Paint Nite

Windsor - August 25, 2023
Create your own Van Gogh garden. The painting is yours to create, with help! Follow along with skilled artist Virginia as she leads you step-by-step through this painting. Each painting will be unique. READ MORE

Annual Chester Fair

Chester - August 25-August 27, 2023
A member of the Association of CT Agricultural Fairs, the Chester Fair is a major annual regional fair, including livestock and agricultural competitions, animal shows and demonstrations, tractor pulls, a carnival midway, music, food, and more. READ MORE

Sunrise Sip-n-Snip

Goshen - August 26, 2023
Enjoy a cup of coffee and fresh baked goodies while watching the butterflies and bees in the cutting garden at Northern Farm and Flowers. Snip a pail of flowers to start off your weekend! Bring your favorite coffee mug if you’d like; you can even come in your jammies! READ MORE

CT Taco Festival

Shelton - August 26, 2023
The CT Taco Festival is a fun family event. Try gourmet tacos and place your vote for the best one. Also enjoy Lucha Libre wrestling, a taco eating contest, a photo booth, live music, crafts, a kids' zone, and more! READ MORE

International Food Truck Festival

Willimantic - August 26, 2023
Come celebrate with the International Food Truck Festival and Vendor Fair. Enjoy a diverse array of food trucks serving cuisines from around the globe. Plus, support local businesses by shopping for goods, crafts, and novelties. READ MORE

Skateport

Bridgeport - August 26, 2023
Join the fun in Downtown Bridgeport for Skateport's signature pop-up roller skating events.  Skateport features DJs, food trucks, and local small businesses. Skateport is now offering roller skates for rent in Downtown Bridgeport. READ MORE

Hike to the Mic

Simsbury - August 26-August 27, 2023
Journey the trails through Talcott Mountain State Park to the Heublein Tower with great musical entertainment, fantastic food, and the “royal view” from one of Connecticut’s premier destinations. READ MORE

The Young Entrepreneurs Craft Fair

Trumbull - August 26, 2023
Come support young, local entrepreneurs and shop their handmade crafts. There's something here for everyone and it is all handmade by crafters aged 7-16. Check out the latest in homemade slime, bath bombs, baked goods and more.  READ MORE

Sundays on the Farm

Vernon - August 27, 2023
Every Sunday! Returning this summer is Family Sunday’s at Strong Family Farm. See animal visitors, make arts and crafts and ice cream, learn how to do canning, visiting authors and more. Sunday, July 2nd: 4th of July Fun Day at the Farm Pack a picnic basket and bring a picnic lunch down to the farm. Come visit the pigs, play some backyard games, create an American flag craft, and grab a treat from the farm store. READ MORE

2nd Annual Back to School Extravaganza

Hartford - August 27, 2023
Ready to go back to school? In partnership with Wally’s Entertainment, Parkville Market will be handing out backpacks stuffed and prepped with all the back to school essentials.   READ MORE

Back to School Concert at Castle Hill Farm

Newtown - August 26, 2023
Get ready to go back to school with this educational and super fun concert with Poppi's Planet and some of her puppet friends. To foster each unique student, Poppi addresses different personalities and emotions through mindfulness activities, dance, and her puppet friends " READ MORE

Back to School Carnival

New Britain - August 26, 2023
The Annual Back to School Youth Summer Carnival is back. Join NB Recovers at Chesley Park from 4pm-7pm for this free event. There will be carnival games, basketball, food, and many more community resources. READ MORE

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