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3 Magical Hidden Gems You Didn’t Know Existed in Lighthouse Point Park

Beautiful butterflies, an antique carousel, and lots of family fun is hiding inside this coastal park.

by Kim Falchek
on May 1
A sunny view of Lighthouse Point Park in New Haven, Connecticut with the New Haven Lighthouse in the background.
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The 5 Strangest Buildings in Connecticut Are Unlike Anything Else Around

by Jasmine Vieau
on Mar 5
Wide view of the stone Gillette Castle and surrounding grounds in East Haddam, Connecticut.
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3 Iconic Places in Connecticut That Look Way Cooler on Instagram

by Melissa Mahoney
on Dec 2
exterior of the mark twain museum surrounded by green trees in hartford ct
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Your Best Summer Experience in Connecticut Isn’t by Car, It’s on a Boat to a Historic Island Lighthouse

by Jasmine Vieau
on Jul 29
White catamaran ferry, "Sheffield Island Lighthouse," docked in calm water on an overcast day.
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Beat the Heat and Have a Whirlin’ Good Time at the Carousel Museum in Connecticut

by Kim Falchek
on Jul 29
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This Connecticut Family Attraction Is the Perfect Dupe for a Swiss Village

Did you know that there is a little bit of Switzerland hiding right in Connecticut? Visit Matterhorn Mini Golf for a day of Swiss-inspired family fun.

by Kim Falchek
on Mar 27
The Matterhorn Mini-Golf course building in Canton, CT at sunset. Several picnic tables with closed umbrellas are in front of the shop.
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26 Exciting Things to Do in Connecticut in 2026 (You’ll Want to Save This List)

Make this the best year yet with these must-see spots.

by Beth Price-Williams
on Dec 9
a sunny day on the water at Mystic Seaport in Mystic, Connecticut near sailboats and houses
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This Iconic Holiday Event in Connecticut Is the One Thing You Must Do This Season

Ditch the mall for Winterfair, a must-see holiday event in CT. Shop unique gifts, support local artisans, and enjoy festive cheer at Hartford Union Station.

by Jasmine Vieau
on Dec 4
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This Completely Free Bookstore in Connecticut Is a Booklover’s Dream

Explore this free bookstore in New Haven that's brimming with unique finds, from cookbooks to the classics.

by Kim Falchek
on Oct 14
The interior of Volume Two: A Never Ending Books Collective in New Haven, CT. There are many shelves of books and a small table with a puzzle on it.
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Some People Have to Turn Around Before Completing Connecticut’s Most Terrifying Haunted House

Known as the most terrifying haunted house in NYC, Blood Manor has arrived in Stamford with heart-pounding thrills and scares that will have you running for the hills.

by Beth Copenhaver
on Oct 10
A spooky scene at "Blood Manor" featuring a couple in costume, with eerie decorations and purple lighting.