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Winterfest at Powder Ridge Mountain Park and Resort

Get ready to shop, eat and play at Winterfest! Visit Santa in his igloo and enjoy live music. Get close to the machines that help run the mountain: snow groomers, bulldozers, and snowmobiles. The Winterfest calendar of events is subject to change. Some features and activities have specified hours and additional fees.
Dates: 
12/06/2024
12/07/2024
12/08/2024
Fridays from 5p to 9p, Saturdays Noon to 9p and Sundays Noon to 6p Black Friday 10a – 9p
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Location:

99 Powder Hill Road
Middlefield, CT, 06455
United States

Phone:

(860) 349-3454

Home for the Holidays at Mystic Aquarium

This year’s event is bigger and better than ever! Begin your holiday stroll through our outdoor and indoor habitats, where you'll wave at the whales and take in the sights and sounds of your favorite holiday themes. Experience the magic of the holidays while exploring Mystic Aquarium all decked out in holiday lights and cheer. Enjoy refreshments for purchase, countless photo opportunities, and special guests!
Dates: 
12/06/2024
12/07/2024
12/08/2024
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
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Organization:

Mystic Aquarium

Location:

55 Coogan Blvd.
Mystic, CT, 06355-1997
United States

Phone:

860.572.5955

Annual Holiday Market - The Institute for American Indian Studies

Shop for one-of-a-kind holiday gifts from local and indigenous vendors selling crafts and jewelry. Take advantage of this time to meet and speak with artists while learning about contemporary Native American art and cultures. Stop by to purchase gourds, pottery, jewelry, rattles, artworks, flutes, and more!
Dates: 
12/07/2024
12/08/2024
12/14/2024
11 am - 4 pm
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Location:

38 Curtis Road
Washington, CT, 06793
United States

Forest of Illusions at Connecticut Science Center

Step into the Forest of Illusions, where every twist and turn challenges your perception. Prepare to be amazed by mind-bending optical illusions that blur the line between reality and fantasy. Dive into the interplay of color and light on the interactive light wall and navigate a pitch-black hallway that warps your sense of depth and space. Discover a new perspective peering into a human-sized kaleidoscope and explore the glowing wonders of the UV Cave, where the rocks come alive with color. This forest holds many dark secrets, each daring you to uncover the truth. One thing's for sure: you won't believe your eyes.
Dates: 
12/06/2024
12/07/2024
12/08/2024
10 am
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Location:

250 Columbus Blvd
Hartford, CT, 06103
United States

Phone:

860-520-2167

“Glow Wild” Lantern Festival - Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo

GLOW Wild Lantern Festival at Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo returns! GLOW WILD returns to Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo! Journey through a wonderland of illuminated larger-than-life lanterns inspired by our wild world. Back by popular demand, this illuminating festival of lights is coming back for its third year! Spanning the width and breadth of Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo’s 30 acres, guests are invited to walk through glowing corridors. Displays of flora and fauna will light up the night sky, dazzling guests of all ages! The Glow Wild Lantern Festival is designed for everyone to enjoy –whether a family outing, romantic date, or coworker get-together.
Dates: 
12/06/2024
12/07/2024
12/08/2024
5:30 pm - 9:30 pm
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Location:

1875 Noble Avenue
Bridgeport, CT, 06610
United States

Phone:

203-394-6565