๐ February Family Events Around Greater Hartford (2026)
๐ญ Kids Improv Workshop
๐ Feb 1 | 1:00 pm
๐ Sea Tea Improv Studios, Hartford
Get kids moving and laughing with improv games taught by local pros โ fun, active learning and teamwork! Ticketed workshop (usually around $15 + fees).
๐ West Hartford Barnes & Noble Weekly Storytime
๐ Feb 1 | 11:00 am
๐ Barnes & Noble, West Hartford
Classic Saturday storytime for kids in the childrenโs department โ fun and free.
๐งโโ๏ธ Under the Sea VIP โ Mystic Aquarium
๐ Feb 1 (and running through Feb 8)
๐ Mystic Aquarium
See mermaid performers swim among sea life! General aquarium admission includes mermaid viewing; Under the Sea VIP tickets include extra perks like mermaid meet-and-greets, special touch habitats, crafts, and more.
๐ง Storytime Yoga
๐ Feb 5 | 1:30โ2:00 pm
๐ The Friends Learning Center, Avon
A calming blend of storytime, yoga, and mindfulness for young children. (Part of a series running through mid-February.)
๐ Frozen Fun โ Take Your Child to the Library Day
๐ Feb 7 | 10:30 am
๐ East Granby Public Library
Celebrate with bubbles, crafts, comedy, and free fun for kids at the library.
๐จ Dragons & Elves Art Class
๐ Feb 7 | Time TBD
๐ Glastonbury Arts
A multi-session art series for ages 6โ10 โ imaginative projects inspired by mythical creatures. (Series dates TBD; typically ticketed.) โ Local listings
โ๏ธ Winter Festival 2026
๐ Feb 7 | Time TBD
๐ Burr Pond State Park, Torrington
Outdoor winter fun with ice fishing, hiking, bonfires, and live animal encounters. (Often free or low-cost.) โ Local listings
๐ฒ WinterFest 2026 โ Berlin
๐ Feb 7 | Time TBD
๐ Hungerford Nature Center, Berlin
Explore trails and meet nature ambassadors during winter nature play and discovery activities. โ Local listings
๐ Big Game Party for Kids
๐ Feb 8 | 11:00 amโ2:00 pm
๐ Stew Leonardโs, Newington
Football-themed party with take-and-bake appetizers, crafting banners, and themed desserts. See event page for ticket cost and registration. โ Eventbrite listing
๐จ Paint and Play
๐ Feb 10 | 10:30โ11:15 am
๐ Windsor Public Library
Creative play session with paint and stories โ usually free. โ Local library listings
๐ Pinkalicious: The Musical
๐ Feb 14 | 1:00 pm
๐ The Bushnell, Hartford
A family musical performance celebrating friendship and fun โ ticketed. โ Local theatre listing
๐ช Ms. Raeโs School of Magic
๐ Feb 14 | 2:00 pm
๐ The Blackbird House, Wethersfield
Young wizards and witches learn potions and magic basics in this hands-on event. (Ticketed.) โ Local listing
๐ฌ School Vacation Week @ Connecticut Science Center
๐ Feb 16โ20
๐ Connecticut Science Center, Hartford
Explore hands-on science exhibits, giant screen films, special demonstrations, and seasonal installations โ ticketed but great for winter break. โ Local attraction
๐ Lunar New Year Clay Craft
๐ Feb 17 | 2:00 pm
๐ Noah Webster Library
Grades 3โ6 create clay crafts celebrating Lunar New Year โ typically free with registration.
๐ธ CT Flower & Garden Show
๐ Feb 19 | Time TBD
๐ Connecticut Convention Center, Hartford
A vibrant annual flower & garden exhibition featuring landscaped displays, seminars, vendors, and family activities. Tickets typically start around $17 online and $5 for kids 5โ12 (under 5 free).
๐คฐ Community Baby Shower at KINN
๐ Feb 28 | 1:00โ4:00 pm
๐ KINN (location subject to local listing details)
A community-focused baby shower event with resources and support for families (often including free car seat inspection and gear giveaways for qualifying families).
๐ก Tips for Families
- Many library-based events (storytimes, crafts) are free but may require registration โ check local library websites or call ahead.
- Want more active outings? Science centers, aquarium events, and outdoor festivals offer seasonal fun worth planning for.
- Bookmark events early โ some ticketed shows and workshops fill up fast!
