Family events in Newington, CT

The Wadsworth Mansion transforms its 700 foot vista into an open air market and festival featuring vendors with Connecticut grown and made goods. Guests can wander from tent to tent to find fresh produce, fruit, cheeses, breads, and ready to eat dishes. Local makers such as potters, painters, and jewelers will offer their work. Plan to relax on the lawn with lunch while live music plays from the patio. Families are welcome to spend the day together, with a focus on enjoying music and art and experiencing the tradition of outdoor market shopping. Parking is available at Mercy High School and Vinal High School, with the most convenient option at Mercy. Parking at the mansion is set aside for guests with disabilities and families with strollers. A shuttle connects Vinal High School and the mansion. Well behaved, leashed dogs are welcome outdoors. This event is produced exclusively by the Wadsworth Mansion. All details about vendor availability will come directly from its official accounts.

At the Connecticut Convention Center, the 5th Annual No Hair Left Behind brings together community members, families, volunteers, service providers, and leaders for a barber-led resource fair that ranks among Hartford’s largest. Nonprofits, healthcare providers, workforce development programs, educational institutions, faith-based groups, government agencies, and other community partners are invited to participate. Organizations can secure a resource table, highlight programs and services, recruit volunteers and engage participants, connect with the community face to face, and explore sponsorship and collaboration opportunities. Planning deadlines are approaching, and the focus is on collective service with everyone at the table so no one is left behind.

Presented by NAPA AUTO PARTS, the 29th Annual Cruise Night on Main Street brings a beloved Middletown tradition back to downtown, filling Main Street with classic cars, music, and food as thousands of spectators gather. In collaboration with the City of Middletown, Connecticut Government, the event was moved to better support downtown businesses during a summer with frequent Main Street closures, to offer a cooler evening for the cars, and to complement America 250 activities in the area. It also serves as a festive way to celebrate Labor Day weekend and close out the summer. More information will be available as the event approaches.

Explore a signature Hartford landmark in Bushnell Park, the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch, which commemorates 4,000 local residents who served in the Civil War. Volunteer guides provide free, informal tours that cover the Arch’s history, its design and construction, and the symbolism in its carvings and sculptures. Tours are brief and require no advance registration. Those with only a little time can skip the tour and climb 96 steps to the top for views of the park and the State Capitol. If the forecast is uncertain, the organizers share cancellation updates on their website. Street parking is available around the park, and payment at the kiosk is required.

This weekly Pokemon league welcomes all ages. The format is constructed, and trading is always allowed. To find it in the Riftbound store locator, search for E.E.J.L. with periods.

This weekly Pokémon league welcomes all ages and features both open trading and tournament play every Thursday. Players can choose among three formats... Standard, Gym Leader, and Ditto... with entry fees starting at $5 and varying by event. Register on the official Pokémon website to receive a Player ID, and in-shop assistance is available if you need help signing up. For questions, call (203) 833-1535 or email reyes@eejlworldllc.com.

The NGHL Labor Day Challenge features AA hockey competition for 12U, 14U, 16U, and 19U divisions in Cromwell, Connecticut. About 60 to 65 teams are anticipated, largely representing Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, and Massachusetts.

At the New Britain VFW, the Hard Hittin’ Card Show Friday Night Edition brings more than 70 vendor tables showcasing sports cards, Pokémon and other trading card games, a mix of new and vintage items, memorabilia, Funko figures, toys, and more. Admission is $5 at the door, and children 12 and under are admitted free.

At Dunkin' Park, the Yard Goats take on the Phillies affiliate, with a fireworks show and a concert after the final out. The first 1,000 fans to enter will receive a Goat Horn Bucket Hat. The event is presented by the University of Saint Joseph.

Promoted as Connecticut’s first and largest creator-focused food festival, Foodie Fam Fest fills a single day with food, culture, community, and creator-driven energy. A lively mix of leading food vendors, content creators, and DJs comes together with food lovers for a day of great flavors, an upbeat atmosphere, and exclusive moments. The festival is hosted and created by Daymon "Daym Drops" Patterson, with Jimy Official as co-host.

A weekly Connecticut car show highlights classic, muscle, and street cars, offering a welcoming scene for enthusiasts and families alike. Sponsored by The Farmers Cow Calfé, the gathering pairs tasty food with a display of standout vehicles for an easygoing outing that car lovers of all ages can enjoy.