Family events in Capitol Planning Region, CT

Arts on Main features a seasonal twist with a witch walk. Shops plan extended hours for browsing and fun, and the park hosts a scarecrow contest. A bonfire is planned so visitors can enjoy the fall weather, weather permitting. Costumes are welcome, and there will be plenty of witches to see. Off the Rails Brewery presents live music by Ed and Faz. At Stafford Cidery, HennatizeMe offers unique artwork, The Ugly Muffin provides baked goods, and Ro's Creations showcases locally made items. Stores will also accept sealed bags containing individually wrapped candies to support the upcoming Trick or Treat on Main. Free parking is available on Main Street, at the Eagle Mart gas station, and on either side of Town Hall. More details will be shared as they are added.

Enjoy a calm stroll alongside a friendly goat, taking in the scenery while your four-legged companion snacks on fresh grass. Each participant receives a bag of treats for the goats to share during the walk, and there is time to take plenty of photos to remember the experience. Save a few treats for the end so you can feed the herd before you go.

Nightshift returns to the Southington Apple Harvest Festival at Southington Town Green with a lively set. Recognized as one of Connecticut’s leading tourist attractions at the peak of New England’s fall colors, this celebration unfolds on and around the green with entertainment, activities, specialty foods, crafts, and enjoyment for all ages. Food lovers can explore a wide range of treats in a welcoming, high-energy atmosphere centered on families. For many attendees it is a seasonal tradition shared with friends and relatives, and the turnout has grown year after year.

Browse coolers filled with frozen lamb, beef, chicken, pork, and eggs at the market. If you already know what you need, place an advance order online or use the complete order form and your items can be brought to the market for pickup. Curbside pickup by appointment is also available. CSA cards come in several sizes. Subscribe to the email list online for early notice of sales and bundle deals. Quarter and half options are offered year round.

A weekly car show in Connecticut features classic, muscle, and street cars, presented with sponsorship from the Farmer's Cow Calfe. Expect plenty of food, eye-catching vehicles, and a welcoming atmosphere for all ages.

Newington welcomes a family-friendly Halloween celebration as Boo Bash brings back the Newington Parks and Recreation Halloween Party and kicks off a new community tradition. Attendees can decorate pumpkins, enjoy balloon twisting, explore a slime station, build dirt cake cups, and take part in a costume contest with music and dancing throughout. Concessions and festive decorations add to the atmosphere. Whether showing off a costume, crafting spooky treats, or spending time with family and friends, there is something for all ages.

PeoplesBank Arena hosts a head-to-head matchup between the Hartford Wolf Pack and the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins. Fans can anticipate a competitive game as these two teams square off.

Enjoy a guided, behind the scenes visit at Bradley Mountain Farm that blends animal time with a look at the farm craft. Begin in the goat barn to meet the herd, notice their distinct personalities, and see what daily care involves. Friendly farm dogs Lucy and Wyllys often welcome visitors as they make their rounds. Continue to the soap making area for an inside view of how fresh goat milk becomes the soaps the farm is known for, with take home soap samples provided. The experience wraps up along the fence line, where there is unhurried time to pet the goats and capture photos. The tone is relaxed and educational, offering a memorable way to connect with the animals and the land.

A family friendly improv comedy show from Hartford’s professional troupe, the Sea Tea Improv Touring Company, takes the stage at Sea Tea Comedy Theater. Audience members of all ages can call out suggestions that inspire each scene, and some may even be invited to step into a few improv games alongside the performers. The humor is geared to kids, teens, and adults, making it a shared laugh for the whole crowd. Children under 12 can attend for $5.

Follow the outdoor StoryWalk® along the sidewalk down the hill from the library to read Leaves by David Ezra Stein, an acclaimed book about a young bear discovering his first autumn. As leaves tumble, the bear worries that the trees are in trouble, then a long winter sleep arrives and he awakens to a different season. The experience offers a gentle, lighthearted introduction to how the world changes with the seasons, well suited to children who are beginning to notice autumn. This project is supported by the State of Connecticut and the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library Services and Technology Act, administered by the Connecticut State Library.

The Heart & Mind Cafe is a monthly Memory Cafe presented in partnership with Southington Calendar House Senior Center and Pansy Home Care. It welcomes area seniors living with memory loss along with their caregivers. Attendees can relax and talk with care partners and family while enjoying refreshments and programming. Open to the community. Guests who require a personal care attendant must attend with their caregiver. To RSVP, call 860-621-3014.

Homeschool families can gather at Capital Ice Cream for a relaxed meetup centered on connection, imagination, and play. The gathering includes stations with toys and activities, group storytime, and options for both solo and group play, plus opportunities to meet other homeschooling families. Bringing lunch is welcome, and the come-and-go format allows brief visits or a longer stay.

Farm Explorers is a drop-off program for ages 7 to 15 that opens the gate to behind-the-scenes farm life. Participants meet goats, chickens, and other resident animals while learning practical care and management. Each session focuses on hands-on skills such as hoof clipping, basic training, proper feeding, and thoughtful socialization. The experience blends discovery with real-world practice, offering young animal lovers a welcoming introduction to life around the herd.