Family events in Norwich, CT

SpiderGuyCT, a Spider-Man cosplay actor, plans to appear at TerrifiCon with appearance times to be announced. The visit will feature meet and greets, photo opportunities, and autographs. By appointment he can be hired to support vendor booth promotions, collaborate on business projects and special events, and serve as a cosplay character model for professional photographers. Group character photoshoots are also available. For collaboration or booking inquiries, email spiderguyct@gmail.com.

Connecticut's top comic convention returns to Mohegan Sun in Uncasville with comic book creators and stars from television, movies, and anime, plus cosplay. Enjoy three days of family-friendly fun. Parking is free, and children 10 and under receive free admission.

Dog Days brings a canine-friendly twist to the Bozrah Farmers Market, celebrating dogs and those who care for them. Leashed, well-mannered pups are welcome to explore alongside their humans. Browse pet-centered vendors with treats and accessories, then check out more than 60 local sellers offering fresh produce, handmade goods, specialty foods, and other market favorites. The night features activities for dogs and owners, plenty of chances for photos, live music, and a variety of food options. Whether your companion loves making new pals or you prefer the company of fellow animal enthusiasts, this market night is a favorite with visitors.

Ticket access includes a Connecticut Sun presale and a public onsale. Keep an eye out for availability and secure seats during the presale or the general release.

Mohegan Sun Arena hosts the concluding LEAF fundraiser game, centered on STEM Night with the Connecticut Sun. The evening highlights the power of science, technology, engineering, and math in the region. Tickets purchased through the fundraiser support STEM learning and opportunities for Ledyard students.

This event offers a chance to meet available dogs and learn more about each one. Details about the dogs can be found on the organization's website.

Registration is required. Embark on a monthly Dungeons and Dragons tabletop roleplaying session where you can step into the role of a brave knight or a powerful magician. Choose a pre-generated character or build your own with guidance from Dungeon Master Miss Raven. Each meeting is a one-shot adventure, so the story starts and ends in a single session without needing to attend previous games to follow a campaign.

Bank Square Books hosts a storytime and book signing with Jane Carlson-Pickering featuring her picture book Have You Seen the Berry Monster. Told in rhyme, the story follows two children who investigate why their blueberries keep disappearing, using careful observation, science skills, and inductive reasoning to uncover the answer. Its inquiry-focused format gives parents, grandparents, and teachers a springboard for conversations about animals, habitats, the natural world, and how food chains work, keeping learning playful and engaging. The book also encourages young readers to see themselves as scientists who make everyday observations to solve a mystery. Carlson-Pickering brings 34 years of experience teaching from kindergarten through college, with a career centered on gifted education and on integrating multiple intelligences and technology, and she specialized in developing science curriculum for grades K–8. She lives in South County, Rhode Island, with her husband, and they have two grown children.

Explore the Connecticut Kids & Baby Expo at the Hilton, featuring a wide mix of kid and baby focused businesses offering shopping, services, birthday party ideas, and more. Mermaid costume characters from Sugar & Spice Fairytales add to the fun. A pirate theme sets the stage, highlighted by a free Best Pirate Contest with on-site registration, one winner in each age bracket of three and under, 4 to 7, and 8 to 12, and those older than twelve may also express interest in participating. Free tickets are available with sign-up. Exhibitors include Hilton Mystic, Allie’s Naturals LLC, Bright Years Academy, BrightPath Kids, Carolyn M. Sepulveda, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, PLLC, Dacia Vu Photograpy, Donna Andrea-Ennis Independent Mary Kay Beauty Consultants, Emma Guillot Photography, Faerie Apothecary, Hush Little Baby Cakes, Kutcher Travels LLC, Leaf Guard, Long Home, Majestic Beatz Entertainment, Montessori Discovery School, New York Life, Raised on Ridge, Salt Cove Publications, Sugar & Spic Fairytales, and Tree Trails Adventures Mystic.

SpiderGuyCT, a Spider-Man cosplay actor, plans to appear at TerrifiCon. Appearance times are to be announced. Guests can expect meet and greets, photo opportunities, and autographs. By appointment, he is available for vendor booth promotions, networking on collaborative business projects and special events, and professional cosplay character modeling for photographers. Group character photoshoots are also planned. For collaboration or booking inquiries, contact spiderguyct@gmail.com.

Newfoundland dogs known for their strong working heritage practice water rescue skills at the Museum, offering a clear view of training in action. The Land & Sea Newfoundland Training Group leads the effort and focuses on keeping the breed’s abilities sharp in water tasks and in draft work.

Get started with Tamiya Mini 4WD at a welcoming introductory event designed for younger hobbyists and first-time racers. Open to ages 10 and up, participants build their own Mini 4WD car with guidance provided during assembly, then head to the track for friendly racing. The experience focuses on the essentials of assembly along with simple setup and preparation, all in a supportive environment that encourages learning and creativity. No prior experience is required. Bring your enthusiasm, build a car, race it on the track, and enjoy a fun first step into the world of Tamiya Mini 4WD.

Enjoy a free, family-friendly fishing day at the Mohegan Park Pavilion. Children of all ages can cast a line with help on hand to offer pointers and share tips. The first sixty kids to arrive will receive drawstring bags filled with Hooked with J stickers, temporary tattoos, and fishing-themed goodies. The first thirty who check in will get a free T-shirt while supplies last, and a tie-dye station lets them personalize their shirt to take home. Hands-on creativity continues with a make-your-own Rooster Tail lure activity for kids and their guardians, plus a color-your-own wooden fish ornament that is perfect for younger anglers. A hydration station serves drinks in a collectible cup with flavors like Toxic Waste, featuring green apple, and Ocean Water with blue raspberry. Boba add-ons are available in green apple, strawberry, or blueberry, and there are water and soda options for adults. Snacks include pizza, chips, cupcakes, and other treats at the Fish Food Station. Every child in attendance is automatically entered for free raffle prizes with plenty of surprises. A special appearance from the winner of the 2026 Hooked with J Bass Fishing Tournament is possible.

SpiderGuyCT, a Spider-Man cosplay performer, plans to appear at TerrifiCon. Attendees can expect chances to say hello, take photos, and request autographs. He is available by appointment for vendor booth promotions, networking on collaborative business projects and special events, and as a cosplay character model for professional photographers. Group character photoshoots are also planned. Specific appearance times will be announced. For collaboration inquiries, contact spiderguyct@gmail.com.

Enjoy live country music with the Nick Bosse Duo at The Field at The First Congregational Church of Stonington, also known as The Road Church. Bring a chair or blanket for comfortable seating, and plan to stay for fellowship and refreshments in the Parish Parlor. Admission is free, donations are appreciated, and there is plenty of free parking. The concert is rain or shine, with the performance outdoors when the weather allows, or moved inside the church if needed. Nick Bosse is an award-winning singer songwriter and Nashville recording artist with an authentic, soulful country sound. His influences span from Merle Haggard to Tyler Childers, and his music is grounded in tradition, storytelling, and heartfelt patriotism. With his band The Northern Roots, he has performed at Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun, and his single What Happened To Country has earned more than two million streams.

Pick up a take-home activity or craft and complete it whenever it fits your schedule. A new project is offered each week for young makers in preschool through early elementary. Supplies are limited and available while they last.

Spend four days at a summer camp that blends archery training with practical life skills. Young participants build confidence on the range while exploring communication, online safety, boundary setting, and career planning. A certified instructor leads the sessions, safe practice is included, and all equipment is supplied. Newcomers and seasoned archers are equally welcome. Thanks to sponsorship, there is no fee to attend.

Join the Naturalists/Adventurers (ages 11-15) group for a giving-focused day working alongside the farmers and volunteers at the Giving Garden. It is a hands-on opportunity to help out and learn while pitching in.

A bubbly celebration to mark the close of summer, designed for children ages 2 to 5. To sign up for a goody bag, call the library at 860-537-7201.

Registration is required. This hands-on STEAM session invites participants to explore Earth’s moon through creative experiments and projects. Make realistic impact craters, use Oreo cookies to illustrate the phases of the moon, and design small rockets for launching. After a closer look at the moon’s surface, continue with activities that may include a fizzy moon rocks chemistry experiment, creating your own moon rocks, a crater craft, and programming Bee Bot robots to demonstrate lunar phases.

A supportive postpartum group for parents offers a friendly space to connect with others raising infants and young children. It is designed to provide support and community for families throughout the first two years. Attendees are welcome to bring their babies, and partners are encouraged to come too.

Visit the library for a hands-on craft session to create a tie-dyed tote bag for carrying your books. All supplies are included. Capacity is limited, so advance registration is required.

STEAM Summer Classes for Kids is a weekly, hands-on program that lets young learners explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through engaging projects and activities. Sessions are designed for students ages 7 to 15 and include age-appropriate lessons that encourage curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving. Supplies are provided for students attending in person. Registration is closed for this date.

Introduce little ones to the joy of music, rhythm, and movement during a playful library session. This program welcomes infants up to five-year-olds along with their caregivers for an engaging, age-friendly experience. Drop in, as registration is not needed.

Wrap up summer with an event featuring games and crafts, plus other activities. It is designed for children ages 5 and older. To reserve a goody bag, call 860-537-7201.

Enjoy a special summer storytime with author Liz Rosenberg at Gales Ferry Community Center. She will read from Giant Baby, a playful bedtime adventure, and share insights about being an author. Rosenberg has written five adult novels, four poetry books, and more than 30 works for young readers, including picture books, poetry anthologies, and YA biographies. She spent 25 years writing book review columns for the Boston Globe, and her work has appeared in The New York Times, The New Yorker, Harper’s, and Paris Review.

This Pokemon league features organized play with separate divisions for Juniors, Seniors, and Masters. The entry fee is $5. Prizes are awarded based on attendance and final standings.