CT Kids & Family - July 2024

Summer Fun

Please double check dates, times and any changes before heading out to these great events. Due to Covid some events require you to purchase tickets online and in advance. Out & About in Connecticut

July 2: Bristol

Kid’s Sushi Making Class At The Bristol Bazaar, 67 Race St Bristol. 2- hour class experience, personal time with the chef, all materials & ingredients. Open to kids of all ages. Admission $40 per person!

July 2: East Haven

Sensory Friendly Tuesday Afternoons at The Shore Line Trolley Museum, 17 River St East Haven. Does your child dream of a trolley ride, but crowds, lines, or loud noises pose a challenge? We’ve got the perfect solution! Introducing our special Sensory-Friendly Tuesday Afternoons in July and August.

July 4: Stamford

5th Annual Reading of the Declaration of Independence on the Steps of Hoyt-Barnum, 1508 High Ridge Rd., Stamford. SHC’s Rick Petersen will once again recreate the atmosphere of 1776 Stamford in proclaiming the words of the Declaration from the steps of Stamford’s oldest dwelling, the Hoyt-Barnum House! FREE 10am – 12pm

July 4: Willamantic

39th Annual Boom Box Parade, Downtown, Jillson Square & Memorial Park, Main Street, Willimantic. Come participate in or watch to become a part of the tradition! FREE Formation - 9:00 A.M., Step Off11:00 A.M.

Please double check dates, times and any changes before heading out to these great events. Due to Covid some events require you to purchase tickets online and in advance.

July 5: Simsbury

2024 Celebrate America! Simsbury Performing Arts Center, 933 Hopmeadow Street Simsbury. The HSO presents its annual “Celebrate America!” concert, led by the esteemed Hartford Symphony Orchestra music director Carolyn Kuan. Concert: 7:30 PM, Gates Open: 6 PM. Single Tickets: $5 (child) to $27.50 (adult); Table Seats: $50.

July 6-7: Niantic

Niantic Lions Annual Arts & Craft Show and Food Truck Court. East Lyme Town Hall and Green, 108 Pennsylvania Ave., Route 161, Niantic. One of New England’s finest artists and crafters displaying their creations of juried fine arts and crafts. As well as a Food Court featuring a variety of food trucks serving delectable summer delights.

July 10-August 16: Norwich

Rock the Docks, Howard Park & Norwichtown Green, Elm Ave. & East Town St. Norwich. These free community events are funded by local businesses and sponsors, and are taking place on Wednesdays and Fridays from July to August. Wednesdays & Fridays 6-8 P.M. from July 10 through August 16 - FREE Out & About is

Out & About in Connecticut

Please double check dates, times and any changes before heading out to these great events. Due to Covid some events require you to purchase tickets online and in advance.

July 2

Westport Fireworks

Stratford Fireworks

July 3

Norwich Unicorns Fireworks

Meriden Fireworks

Shelton/Derby Fireworks

West Haven Fireworks

July 4

Lake Compounds Fireworks (4,5,& 6 plus every Sat in July)

Rowayton Fireworks

Quassy Fireworks (3-D)