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25 things to do in Connecticut

Cicada Mania
A billionth population of American cicadas come out during final weeks in their lives to rejoice in a huge mating par

New England Christmas Festival
A holiday tradition for superb gift shopping

Durham Fair
The largest agricultural fair with plenty of entertainment in the state

Halloween in Connecticut: Shows, Festivals & Haunted Houses
New England's cemeteries and graveyards invite you for a tour

Christmas Lights
The most spectacular holiday lights festivals and displays around the state

New Haven Fantasy of Lights
A beautiful light display near an old lighthouse in Southern New England

Plainville Hot Air Balloon Festival
One of the largest ballooning events in the Northeast

Connecticut Fall Foliage
The glorious change of season transforms Connecticut

Helen S Kaman Rose Garden at Elizabeth Park
Take in an incomparable fragrance while exploring the pathways of the third-largest rose garden in the USA

Essex Steam Train & Riverboat
Step back in time to 1892 Essex Station to embark on an unbelievable 2.5-hour journey

Kent Falls State Park
Enjoy the beauty of several hiking trails up and around the magnificent gush of water

New England Christmas Festival
A holiday tradition for superb gift shopping

Crazy Brew Bash
Over 70 local breweries participating in a beer festival in Plantsville

New Haven 4th of July Fireworks & Events
Join thousands of city residents in the annual Independence Day celebration

Hebron Harvest Fair
One of the largest and most popular fairs in Connecticut

North Haven Fair
Old-fashioned fun and agriculture exhibits near New Haven

New England Fall Foliage
Check out the most picturesque spots for fall foliage all over the New England region

Winterfest Hartford
Free ice skating in the capital of Connecticut

Connecticut Renaissance Faire
A world of magical merriment in Lebanon, Connecticut

Midsummer Fantasy Renaissance Faire
A fantasy world full of magic and immersive activities

Litchfield Jazz Festival
Litchfield is famous for its annual jazz festival–be sure to check it out!

Glastonbury Apple Harvest & Music Festival
One of the most popular festivals in Connecticut

Connecticut Garlic & Harvest Festival in Bethlehem
Bethlehem Fairgrounds beckons garlic fans for a memorable weekend in early October