These are just a few of our favorite things to do in Connecticut this February—we’re adding more events to our family activity calendar every day.
As February arrives amid falling snow and Valentines celebrations, children across Connecticut are bundling up to enjoy a season that blends love, tradition, and wintertime fun. February brings with it plenty of opportunities for kids to celebrate the biggest day of love during the year, Valentine's Day! Tickets are selling fast for the Children's Sweetheart Ball at Stepping Stones Museum, an opportunity for kids to put on their fancy duds and come to the museum to enjoy museum-wide activities and music. Fans of the beloved series will be thrilled for the Rubylicious Book Signing Event at Petite Maison. Also this month, bring your kids to experience a very special Fantasia at the Palace Theater in Stamford with LIVE orchestration.
This month is also the celebration of Lunar New Year and the Year of the Horse will be celebrated at the Lunar New Year Celebration at Connecticut Museum of History and Culture. It's so big it has to be held at a nearby community college!
Please check our calendar every day as we are adding new things all the time, including a lot more Valentine's and February fun!
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Sunday, February 1, 2026
One show only! Movie plus live orchestra, on stage together. Experience Disney’s groundbreaking marriage of symphonic music and animation, Fantasia. With the Sorcerer’s Apprentice, Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony, The Nutcracker Suite, and more. The musical score will be performed live by Orchestra Lumos while Disney’s stunning movie is shown on the big screen! Read More
Monday, February 2, 2026
Come meet Chuckles, Connecticut's official groundhog, as he reveals his prognostication for spring's arrival. Read More
Saturday, February 7, 2026
Calling all little sweethearts – Stepping Stones invites you to a day of heartwarming fun at our annual Sweetheart Ball! Explore a sparkling, museum-wide celebration filled with music, dancing, creativity and playful surprises around every corner. Read More
Saturday, February 7, 2026
Taste chocolate from all over the world and vote for your favorite! Enjoy crafts, giveaways, activities and more Read More
Saturdays, February 7 & 14, 2026
Feel the love at The Apple Barrel Farm Market and celebrate Valentine's Day! Decorate your own Valentine's Day cake (advance tickets required), treat yourself to free sweet treat tastings, and get crafty at a Valentine's Day card-making station. Read More
Saturday, February 7, 2026
Mark your calendars! The renowned author of Pinkalicious returns to our Greenwich Flagship Store for another Pinktastic Event. Read More
Sunday, February 8, 2026
Come pop-in and join us as we prepare appetizers and make a banner for the big game! Calling all football fans...today Stews will be preparing take and bake appetizers, creating a banner for the big game, and creating fun desserts. Read More
Friday, February 13, 2026
Join Giggling Pig for a magical Valentine’s Day Tea Party with Anna + Kristoff ! Our special playdate will feature a meet & greet with Anna + Kristoff herself! Including a storytime and sing along, sensory tables, a very special take home project and “tea” and cookies! Read More
Saturday, February 14 , 2026
With Battle Hill Forge Spend the day creating together at AMP’s Family Day—designed for all ages, from toddlers to teens. With a mix of hands-on art activities, story time, a kid-friendly tour, and a special drop-in studio just for teens, there’s something for everyone in the family. Read More
Saturday, February 14 , 2026
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a sweet, hands-on experience designed especially for kids at Designs by Lee. Children will adopt their very own Love Bug, give it a name, decorate a cozy home, and take home a special keepsake to remember the day. This is a calm, family-friendly Valentine activity that is simple, fun, and perfect for young children. Read More
Saturday, February 14 , 2026
Create gifts for your loved ones from recycled materials. Supplies provided, but feel free to bring small odds and ends—beads, buttons, etc. Create gifts for your loved ones from recycled materials. Read More
Sunday, February 15, 2026
Join Northwest Park for a return visit from Horizon Wings, a rehabilitation center for rescued birds of prey, located in Ashford, CT. Meet some majestic owls up close and learn about these nocturnal creatures’ fascinating behaviors, adaptations, and the important work being done to protect and care for them. Read More
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Experience The Sleeping Beauty, a timeless fairytale told through breathtaking choreography, Tchaikovsky’s unforgettable score, and a truly magical stage design. Follow the journey of Princess Aurora – from her christening and the wicked curse of Carabosse to a century-long slumber and her awakening by true love’s kiss. Read More
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Today, create a Fairy House with natural materials collected from the landscapes surrounding the River building. Our Director of Horticulture, Kimberly Kelly, will facilitate the crafting while discussing the importance of creating a structure that will become part of nature again. Read More
February 19-22, 2026
Explore over 300 booths full of flowers, fresh plants, bulbs, seeds, gardening supplies, books, and much more. Read More
Saturday, February 21, 2026
Join the Yale-China Association to ring in the New Year with their lion dance parade. After the parade, attend workshops, performances, and more inside Downtown New Haven venues. Read More
February 22, 2025
Celebrate the Year of the Horse with Connecticut’s vibrant Asian American Pacific Islander community! Let’s unite as friends, neighbors, and supporters to welcome prosperity and good fortune in the year ahead. Enjoy food, crafts, live performances, and more at this family friendly event. Read More
