The best things to do in Torrington

If you want reliable, well-kept fairways and an enclosed, heated and lighted driving range, Stanley Golf Course Maintenance is the behind-the-scenes hero at New Britain’s Stanley Municipal Golf Course. Add leagues, clubs, and an academy, and your game has zero excuses left.

From the New Britain newsletter, October 4, 2026

Laser Planet brings New England's largest multi-level, space-themed laser tag arena, plus UFO bumper cars, VR rides, and an arcade that feeds your inner ticket hoarder. Round up the crew, settle some friendly grudges, and treat the kids, or yourself, to bragging rights.

From the Waterbury newsletter, October 9, 2026

Trampoline park with obstacle courses, plus a virtual-reality ride and arcade, as well as massage chairs and a foam pit.

Stanley Golf Course SGC is a 27-hole public golf course in New Britain with a new Toptracer-powered range featuring heated, covered bays, so your swing excuses just ran out. Grab a lesson at their Teaching Academy, then reward yourself with on-site dining and a browse through the fully stocked Pro Shop.

From the New Britain newsletter, October 10, 2026

Whether you’re in the mood for music, comedy, or family shows, Downtown Live at the Rockwell Theater keeps the calendar stacked September through May with crowd-pleasing performances in a historic local landmark right here in Bristol. It’s the kind of place you suggest once and end up going to all season.

From the Bristol newsletter, October 7, 2026

If you're thinking about leveling up your Hartford weekends, The Hartford Golf Club brings 27 superbly conditioned parkland holes with Donald Ross and Devereux Emmet pedigree, plus tennis, squash, platform tennis and family programs. Old-school heritage, thoughtful renovations and a legit short-game haven...

From the Hartford newsletter, August 26, 2026

If your weekends revolve around fairways and good food, Wampanoag Country Club mixes a renovated, award-winning Donald Ross layout with a sleek clubhouse, pool, platform tennis, and scenic patios for peak sunset unwinding.

From the Torrington newsletter, September 2, 2026

Brass City Raceway & Axe Throwing keeps Waterbury weekends lively with 12-lap heats on one of Connecticut’s longest indoor tracks, then axe lanes, a swing-at-will driving range, arcade, Glow Throws, and the Karaoke Garage. Round up the crew, talk a little smack, and make it a friendly championship.

From the Waterbury newsletter, October 17, 2026

If you crave an open, scenic walk with greens and bunkers kept in great shape, Rockledge Golf Club delivers a true municipal gem just up the road. The new driving range makes tune-ups easy, and afterward the Rockledge Grille deck is perfect for swapping birdie tales with a view.

From the Newington newsletter, September 10, 2026

Large-scale indoor trampoline center hosting open jump, fitness classes, dodgeball & parties.

Extreme Paintball has been dialing up the fun since 1992 with speedball and woods ball fields, solid refs who keep teams fair, and gear rentals if you’re light on equipment. Try open play when you’re short a squad, or book a private game for birthdays and bragging rights.

From the Waterbury newsletter, October 6, 2026

Wine and Cheese Social LLC is a cozy event spot with a Local Wine & Cocktail Social Bar, a sweets menu, and a gorgeous 1828 setting featuring Italian tile floors, an Irish-crafted bar top, and a restored bank vault where friendly ghosts allegedly mingle.

From the Waterbury newsletter, September 30, 2026

Founded in 1899 and known for golf etiquette that keeps rounds under four hours, the Country Club of Waterbury blends classic fairways with a first-class spot for dining and member events. If you’ve been craving a timeless home base for your game, this is your move.

From the Waterbury newsletter, October 14, 2026

Movie theater chain, offering state-of-the-art sound & projection technology.

If you need an easy win this week, Lakewood Lanes blends 42 slick lanes, Galaxy Bowling, a legit arcade with ticket prizes, and the Sports Rock Bar for pool, darts, and their own New England IPA, Life in the Gutter... grab your crew and roll.

From the Waterbury newsletter, October 16, 2026

Chippanee Golf Club delivers a fun, challenging 18-hole round on 150 acres of rolling terrain about 900 feet up, plus a newly renovated clubhouse that stares down the first fairway and Bristol’s hills. Bonus for families, there’s Har-Tru tennis, an Olympic-size pool, and solid on-site dining.

From the Torrington newsletter, October 10, 2026

Large bowling center featuring burgers, pizzas and beer, plus a laser tag arena and an arcade.

Chain of escape rooms featuring inventive puzzles and friendly service.

Whether you're wrangling kids, co-workers, or your competitive streak, Fork and Band Slingshot turns slingshots into a full-on indoor shooting gallery with reactive targets that spin, ring, and light up across Carnival, Outer Space, Sports, and Showtime lanes.

From the Bristol newsletter, October 24, 2026

Informal space boasting trampolines, slides, a ninja course, dodgeball games and basketball hoops.