The Hartford area has 12 Christmas events for kids we could confirm for the 2026 season, from Santa Photos at Westfarms in West Hartford on November 6 to Winterfest Hartford in Hartford, which runs through December 31. 6 of them are free, and every listing links straight to the host. It is one stop on our guide to Christmas events for kids in Connecticut, part of our guide for every state.
The short version
- 12 kids’ Christmas events confirmed in Hartford for 2026, in Hartford, West Hartford, Newington and Manchester
- First: Santa Photos at Westfarms, West Hartford, November 6. Runs latest: Winterfest Hartford, Hartford, through December 31
- Free: Book Nook: Holiday Craft, Winterfest Hartford, The Big Snow Music Show, Holiday on the Plaza, Resin Snowflake Ornaments and Once Upon a Snowman
- Checked on each host’s own page; each listing links straight to it
Below is every event we could confirm, grouped by city, with the date, time, cost and the small things parents ask about (sign-ups, ages, what is included). Looking for a Santa train instead? Those are on our Connecticut Christmas train rides page.
Hartford Christmas events for kids at a glance
- Kids’ Christmas events
- 12 confirmed for 2026
- Cities
- Hartford, West Hartford, Newington and Manchester
- Season
- November 6 to December 31, 2026
- Free events
- 6
- Kinds of events
- holiday story time, holiday crafts, Santa visit and Santa and Mrs. Claus
- Last checked
Plan your December
When each Hartford Christmas event for kids happens
The first is Santa Photos at Westfarms in West Hartford on November 6; the last runs to December 31. Each bar spans an event’s dates, not every hour in them, so check the host’s page for times.
- Santa Photos at WestfarmsWest Hartford · Nov 6 to Dec 24
- Tales and Twirls: The NutcrackerNewington · Nov 12
- Holiday EnchantmentHartford · Nov 14 to Dec 23
- A Christmas CarolHartford · Nov 21 to Dec 27
- Book Nook: Holiday CraftHartford · Nov 27
- Winterfest HartfordHartford · Nov 27 to Dec 31
- The Big Snow Music ShowWest Hartford · Dec 2
- Caring Santa at WestfarmsWest Hartford · Dec 6
- Happy Holidays StorytimeNewington · Dec 10
- Holiday on the PlazaManchester · Dec 11
- Resin Snowflake OrnamentsHartford · Dec 11
- Once Upon a SnowmanWest Hartford · Dec 19
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Christmas events for kids in Hartford
5 confirmed events for kids in Hartford, soonest first.
Hartford: Holiday Enchantment
Santa and Mrs. ClausConnecticut Science Center · Hartford
- Host
- Connecticut Science Center (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Connecticut Science Center, 250 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT 06103
- When
- Sat November 14, Sat November 14 (11 am to 3 pm), Sun November 15 (11 am to 3 pm), Sat November 21 (11 am to 3 pm), Sun November 22 (11 am to 3 pm), Fri November 27 (11 am to 3 pm), Sat November 28 (11 am to 3 pm), Sun November 29 (11 am to 3 pm), Sat December 5 (noon to 2 pm), Sun December 6 (11 am to 3 pm), Sat December 12 (11 am to 3 pm), Sun December 13 (11 am to 3 pm), Sat December 19 (11 am to 3 pm) and Sun December 20 (11 am to 3 pm), 2026
- Cost
- Included with general admission
- Ages
- Whole family
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Holiday Enchantment turns the Connecticut Science Center on the Hartford riverfront into a season long holiday celebration. New this year is Enchanted Lights, an interactive floor of colorful lights that reacts as kids stomp, jump and dance. There is also an indoor sock skating rink, holiday photo backdrops, seasonal science demonstrations with snowy reactions, and the Winter Wonder Lab maker space where kids craft a festive project to take home.
Santa visits on select Saturdays and Sundays, sometimes joined by Mrs. Claus, for photos and holiday wishes. Most Santa sessions run 11 am to 3 pm, with a shorter noon to 2 pm visit on December 5. Everything is included with general admission, and it is also the last chance to see the Sharks exhibition. Parking is in the Science Center Garage with its entrance on Grove Street.
Parent tip: Check the Santa schedule before you go, since he only visits on listed weekend dates. Kids will want socks for the skating rink.
See dates and details from Connecticut Science Center (opens in a new tab)Hartford: A Christmas Carol
Holiday showHartford Stage · Hartford
- Host
- Hartford Stage (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
- When
- Sat November 21 and Sat December 5 (2 pm), 2026
- Cost
- Tickets vary; youth tickets 50% off at off-peak performances
- Ages
- See recommended ages on show page
- Sign-up
- Required ahead of time
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Hartford Stage brings back its holiday tradition, A Christmas Carol, from November 21 through December 27, 2026. The production follows Ebenezer Scrooge on his journey through past, present and future, combining music, spectacle and storytelling, and the theater calls it the perfect way to celebrate the season with family and friends.
Performances run several days a week, with evening shows and weekend matinees. Off-peak performances, marked on the theater's calendar, save $10 on regular tickets and offer youth tickets at 50% off. A sensory friendly performance is scheduled for Saturday, December 5, at 2 pm, with open captioned and audio described matinees on December 6 and 12. The show page links to recommended ages and content warnings, which are worth reading before bringing younger children.
Parent tip: Choose an off-peak date for half price youth tickets, and review the recommended ages note on the show page before booking for young kids.
See dates and details from Hartford Stage (opens in a new tab)Hartford: Book Nook: Holiday Craft
Holiday craftsFreeHartford Public Library · Hartford
- Host
- Hartford Public Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Hartford Public Library, Downtown Library, 500 Main Street, Hartford, CT 06103
- When
- Friday, November 27, 2026, 3 to 5 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- Youth and families
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
On the Friday after Thanksgiving, Hartford Public Library's Downtown Library invites families to stop by the Book Nook between 3 and 5 pm. Kids can choose books for weekend reading and pick up a Holiday Craft activity kit to take home and make together.
The program is listed for youth and families, and there is no fee listed. Because it is a drop-in pickup rather than a scheduled class, it is easy to fit into a long holiday weekend, whether you are downtown for Winterfest skating in nearby Bushnell Park or just looking for a calm activity after Thanksgiving. Coming earlier in the two hour window leaves more time to browse the shelves for weekend books.
Parent tip: Come early in the 3 to 5 pm window to leave time to choose books along with the craft kit.
See dates and details from Hartford Public Library (opens in a new tab)Hartford: Winterfest Hartford
Holiday eventFreeiQuilt Partnership · Hartford
- Host
- iQuilt Partnership (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Bushnell Park rink, next to the Pump House, 60 Elm Street, Hartford, CT 06106
- When
- Friday, November 27, 2026 to Thursday, December 31, 2026 (daily; season continues into January; special hours on Dec 24, 25 and 31), 11 am to 8 pm
- Cost
- Free, online skate waiver required
- Ages
- All ages
- Sign-up
- Required ahead of time
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Winterfest Hartford, produced by the iQuilt Partnership, opens its seasonal skating rink in Bushnell Park on November 27, 2026. The rink offers free skating and free skate rental, plus free skating lessons on Saturdays in December and January from 10 to 11 am, along with other seasonal programming throughout the run.
The rink is open daily from 11 am to 8 pm, with special hours on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, and closes sometime in January. Everyone must complete an online skate waiver before entering. Free street parking is available on Elm Street between Trinity Street and Pulaski Circle and on Jewell Street during Winterfest. The home page posts closings or delays for bad weather.
Parent tip: Fill out the online skate waiver before you go, and check the home page for weather closings. Saturday lessons from 10 to 11 am are free.
See dates and details from iQuilt Partnership (opens in a new tab)Hartford: Resin Snowflake Ornaments
Holiday craftsFreeHartford Public Library · Hartford
- Host
- Hartford Public Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Hartford Public Library, Downtown Library, 500 Main Street, Hartford, CT 06103
- When
- Friday, December 11, 2026, 11 am to noon
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- Youth, teens, families and adults
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Hartford Public Library's Downtown Library on Main Street hosts a Resin Snowflake Ornaments workshop on Friday, December 11, from 11 am to noon. Participants make snowflake ornaments out of resin that can be used to decorate a tree or home this holiday season, or given as a handmade gift.
The program is listed for youth, teens, families and adults, so it works as a shared project for a parent and child or for older kids who enjoy a more detailed craft. There is no fee listed for the program. The late morning weekday time suits homeschool families, preschoolers with a caregiver, or anyone with a day off. Check the event page closer to the date for any updates before you head downtown.
Parent tip: Check the event page for any registration closer to the date, and dress kids in clothes that can handle a messy craft.
See dates and details from Hartford Public Library (opens in a new tab)Christmas events for kids in West Hartford
4 confirmed events for kids in West Hartford, soonest first.
West Hartford: Santa Photos at Westfarms
Santa visitWestfarms · West Hartford
- Host
- Westfarms (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Westfarms, Santa Photo Experience, 1500 New Britain Avenue, West Hartford, CT 06110 (near Hartford)
- When
- Friday, November 6, 2026 to Thursday, December 24, 2026 (daily during Santa hours; mall open 10 am to 8 pm)
- Cost
- Photo packages, prices not listed
- Ages
- All ages
- Sign-up
- Recommended
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Santa returns to Westfarms for the 2026 season, with Santa photos running from November 6 through December 24. The Santa Photo Experience is inside the mall, and the best entrance is the main entrance between Macy's and California Pizza Kitchen.
Families can make a reservation in advance through the link on the mall's page, which goes to whereissanta.com, a good way to avoid long lines on December weekends. The mall is open 10 am to 8 pm, but Santa's own hours and photo package prices are not listed on the page, so check the reservation site before you go. Westfarms also hosts a sensory friendly Caring Santa morning and a pet photo night during the season.
Parent tip: Reserve a time slot online, and use the main entrance between Macy's and California Pizza Kitchen.
See dates and details from Westfarms (opens in a new tab)West Hartford: The Big Snow Music Show
Holiday story timeFreeWest Hartford Library · West Hartford
- Host
- West Hartford Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Noah Webster Library, Meeting Room, 20 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT 06107 (near Hartford)
- When
- Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 10:30 to 11:15 am
- Cost
- Free, registration required
- Ages
- Ages 2 to 5
- Sign-up
- Required ahead of time
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
West Hartford's Noah Webster Library welcomes Michele Urban for The Big Snow Music Show on Wednesday, December 2. This joyful winter musical celebration has little ones walking with penguins, finding their own personal penguins, tossing snowballs and listening to a musical story about an adorable penguin.
The program is for children ages 2 to 5 together with a caregiver, and it runs for 45 minutes in the library's meeting room. Registration is required and opens on November 18 at 7 pm through the library calendar. There is free parking in the Isham Garage for library visitors. Active, musical programs like this are a good fit for toddlers who like to move rather than sit still for a long story.
Parent tip: Register when sign ups open Nov 18 at 7 pm, and park free in the Isham Garage.
See dates and details from West Hartford Library (opens in a new tab)West Hartford: Caring Santa at Westfarms
Santa visitWestfarms · West Hartford
- Host
- Westfarms (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Westfarms, Santa Photo Experience, 1500 New Britain Avenue, West Hartford, CT 06110 (near Hartford)
- When
- Sunday, December 6, 2026, 9 to 10:30 am
- Cost
- Prices not listed, reservation required
- Sign-up
- Required ahead of time
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Westfarms offers Caring Santa, a sensory friendly Santa experience, on Sunday morning, December 6, from 9 to 10:30 am. It is designed to give children who find crowds, noise or long lines difficult a calmer, quieter chance to meet Santa and take photos.
Reservations are required and can be made through the link on the mall's Santa page. The visit takes place at the Santa Photo Experience inside Westfarms, and the main entrance between Macy's and California Pizza Kitchen is the closest door. Photo package prices are not listed on the page, so check the reservation site for details. It is a good option for any family hoping for a quieter, more relaxed Santa visit this year.
Parent tip: Book a reservation in advance, since Caring Santa requires one, and use the main entrance between Macy's and California Pizza Kitchen.
See dates and details from Westfarms (opens in a new tab)West Hartford: Once Upon a Snowman
Holiday story timeFreeWest Hartford Library · West Hartford
- Host
- West Hartford Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Noah Webster Library, Story Room, 20 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT 06107 (near Hartford)
- When
- Saturday, December 19, 2026, 11 to 11:45 am
- Cost
- Free, registration required
- Ages
- Ages 4 to 6
- Sign-up
- Required ahead of time
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Noah Webster Library in West Hartford invites young readers to bundle up for a snowy story adventure on Saturday, December 19. The group reads a fun winter tale together, then kids get creative by building paper snowmen as tall as their names and decorating a snowy background to bring their winter wonderland to life.
The program is for children ages 4 to 6 with a caregiver and lasts 45 minutes in the Story Room. Registration is required and opens on December 2 at 7 pm through the library calendar. Library visitors can park free in the Isham Garage. The Saturday morning timing makes it an easy pick for working families during the last weekend before Christmas week.
Parent tip: Sign up when registration opens Dec 2 at 7 pm; free parking is in the Isham Garage.
See dates and details from West Hartford Library (opens in a new tab)Christmas events for kids in Newington
2 confirmed events for kids in Newington, soonest first.
Newington: Tales and Twirls: The Nutcracker
Holiday story timeLucy Robbins Welles Library · Newington
- Host
- Lucy Robbins Welles Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Lucy Robbins Welles Library, Children's Program Room, 95 Cedar Street, Newington, CT 06111 (near Hartford)
- When
- Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6:30 to 7:15 pm
- Cost
- No cost listed, registration required
- Ages
- Ages 4 and up
- Sign-up
- Required ahead of time
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Newington's library kicks off the holiday season with Tales and Twirls: The Nutcracker on Thursday evening, November 12. Children hear a reading of the Nutcracker story while Clara, the Nutcracker Princess and the Sugarplum Fairy make live appearances to bring the tale to life.
After the story, the ballerinas, who are students of the Evjen Academy of Performing Arts, teach the kids some basic ballet steps. The program is for children ages 4 and up and takes place in the Children's Program Room. Registration opened October 29 and is required, so check the library's event page for open spots. It is a lovely introduction to the Nutcracker for young dancers or for kids getting ready to see the full ballet this season.
Parent tip: Register on the library's event page, and dress kids in clothes that are easy to move and twirl in.
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Holiday story timeLucy Robbins Welles Library · Newington
- Host
- Lucy Robbins Welles Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Lucy Robbins Welles Library, Children's Program Room, 95 Cedar Street, Newington, CT 06111 (near Hartford)
- When
- Thursday, December 10, 2026, 10:30 to 11 am
- Cost
- No cost listed, registration required
- Ages
- Ages 3 to 5 with caregiver and siblings
- Sign-up
- Required ahead of time
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
The Newington library's Happy Holidays Storytime on Thursday morning, December 10, celebrates the season with books and songs for Kwanzaa, Hanukkah and Christmas. It is a gentle way for young children to learn how different families celebrate in winter.
The half hour program is for children ages 3 to 5, who attend with a caregiver, and siblings are welcome too. Registration begins November 25 on the library's event page. The story time is sponsored by the Friends of the Library and takes place in the Children's Program Room. Because preschool story times often fill up in December, it is worth signing up soon after registration opens.
Parent tip: Set a reminder for November 25, when registration opens.
See dates and details from Lucy Robbins Welles Library (opens in a new tab)Christmas events for kids in Manchester
1 confirmed event for kids in Manchester, soonest first.
Manchester: Holiday on the Plaza
Holiday craftsFreeTown of Manchester · Manchester
- Host
- Town of Manchester (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Eastside Plaza, 140 Spruce Street, Manchester, CT 06040 (near Hartford)
- When
- Friday, December 11, 2026, 6 to 8 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- Families
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
The Town of Manchester hosts Holiday on the Plaza on Friday, December 11, 2026, from 6 to 8 pm at Eastside Plaza on Spruce Street. The town calls it a family fun winter event, with holiday crafts for kids, warm hot cocoa, a live ice sculpture carved on site, and a Holiday Artisan Market featuring unique handcrafted gifts.
The event is free to attend. It is a good chance to let kids make something festive while grown ups shop local for gifts, and watching an ice sculpture take shape tends to hold children's attention. The town notes that more details are coming, so check the calendar page closer to the date for any added activities. Since it is outdoors in December, dress everyone warmly.
Parent tip: Bundle up for an outdoor evening, and check the town page closer to the date for added details.
See dates and details from Town of Manchester (opens in a new tab)Looking further afield? Our Connecticut Christmas events for kids guide lists every confirmed event in the state, and we have city guides for New Haven. The national search sorts every event by distance from your town.
A story for the drive home
A morning with Santa or an evening of holiday stories tends to end the same way: tired kids, a long drive and one more book before bed. Our picture book follows Rally the corgi on his first train ride to see his grand-paw-rents, and every page is painted by hand. If your family is spending December missing someone, it was written for that too. For the car, print our free corgi and train coloring pages.
A bedtime story after seeing SantaRally Takes the Train is a five-minute rhyming picture book about a corgi’s first train ride, hand-painted in real watercolor by Leslie Dunn. $16.99 on Amazon, ages 0 to 8.
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What Christmas events for kids are in Hartford in 2026?
We confirmed 12 Christmas events for kids in Hartford for 2026 on each host’s own page: Santa Photos at Westfarms in West Hartford (November 6), Tales and Twirls: The Nutcracker in Newington (November 12), Holiday Enchantment in Hartford (November 14), A Christmas Carol in Hartford (November 21), Book Nook: Holiday Craft in Hartford (November 27), Winterfest Hartford in Hartford (November 27), The Big Snow Music Show in West Hartford (December 2), Caring Santa at Westfarms in West Hartford (December 6), Happy Holidays Storytime in Newington (December 10), Holiday on the Plaza in Manchester (December 11), Resin Snowflake Ornaments in Hartford (December 11) and Once Upon a Snowman in West Hartford (December 19). Every one is listed below with times, cost and a link to the host.
What Christmas events for kids are in Hartford, Connecticut?
For families in and around Hartford, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Holiday Enchantment (Nov 14 to Dec 23; Santa on select weekends, included with general admission); A Christmas Carol (Nov 21 to Dec 27, select performances, tickets vary; youth tickets 50% off at off-peak performances); Book Nook: Holiday Craft (Fri, Nov 27, 3 to 5 pm, free); Winterfest Hartford (Daily from Nov 27, 11 am to 8 pm, free, online skate waiver required); Resin Snowflake Ornaments (Fri, Dec 11, 11 am to noon, free). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Hartford section of this page.
What Christmas events for kids are in West Hartford, Connecticut?
For families in and around West Hartford, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Santa Photos at Westfarms (Nov 6 to Dec 24, photo packages, prices not listed); The Big Snow Music Show (Wed, Dec 2, 10:30 to 11:15 am, free, registration required); Caring Santa at Westfarms (Sun, Dec 6, 9 to 10:30 am, prices not listed, reservation required); Once Upon a Snowman (Sat, Dec 19, 11 to 11:45 am, free, registration required). Details and the host’s link for each are in the West Hartford section of this page.
What Christmas events for kids are in Newington, Connecticut?
For families in and around Newington, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Tales and Twirls: The Nutcracker (Thu, Nov 12, 6:30 to 7:15 pm, no cost listed, registration required); Happy Holidays Storytime (Thu, Dec 10, 10:30 to 11 am, no cost listed, registration required). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Newington section of this page.
What Christmas events for kids are in Manchester, Connecticut?
For families in and around Manchester, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Holiday on the Plaza (Fri, Dec 11, 6 to 8 pm, free). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Manchester section of this page.
Are there free Christmas events for kids in Hartford?
Yes. 6 of the 12 events here are free: Book Nook: Holiday Craft in Hartford, Winterfest Hartford in Hartford, The Big Snow Music Show in West Hartford, Holiday on the Plaza in Manchester, Resin Snowflake Ornaments in Hartford and Once Upon a Snowman in West Hartford. Some free events still ask you to register, so check each listing.
Where can kids see Santa in Hartford this December?
Santa appears at Santa Photos at Westfarms in West Hartford (November 6), Holiday Enchantment in Hartford (November 14) and Caring Santa at Westfarms in West Hartford (December 6). Times and booking rules are in each event’s listing above.
Where are there Christmas story times for kids in Hartford?
Holiday story times on this page: Tales and Twirls: The Nutcracker in Newington, The Big Snow Music Show in West Hartford, Happy Holidays Storytime in Newington and Once Upon a Snowman in West Hartford. Library story times are usually free; story times with a meal or show are ticketed.
Which Hartford Christmas events are best for toddlers?
These are aimed at babies, toddlers and preschoolers: The Big Snow Music Show in West Hartford (Ages 2 to 5).
Are there kids' Christmas events in Hartford on Christmas Eve or after Christmas?
Yes: Santa Photos at Westfarms in West Hartford (through December 24), A Christmas Carol in Hartford (through December 27) and Winterfest Hartford in Hartford (through December 31).
How much is Santa Photos at Westfarms in West Hartford?
Photo packages, prices not listed. Santa Photos at Westfarms is on Friday, November 6, 2026 to Thursday, December 24, 2026 (daily during Santa hours; mall open 10 am to 8 pm) at Westfarms, Santa Photo Experience. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Tales and Twirls: The Nutcracker in Newington?
No cost listed, registration required. Tales and Twirls: The Nutcracker is on Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6:30 to 7:15 pm at Lucy Robbins Welles Library, Children's Program Room. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Holiday Enchantment in Hartford?
Included with general admission. Holiday Enchantment is on Sat November 14, Sat November 14 (11 am to 3 pm), Sun November 15 (11 am to 3 pm), Sat November 21 (11 am to 3 pm), Sun November 22 (11 am to 3 pm), Fri November 27 (11 am to 3 pm), Sat November 28 (11 am to 3 pm), Sun November 29 (11 am to 3 pm), Sat December 5 (noon to 2 pm), Sun December 6 (11 am to 3 pm), Sat December 12 (11 am to 3 pm), Sun December 13 (11 am to 3 pm), Sat December 19 (11 am to 3 pm) and Sun December 20 (11 am to 3 pm), 2026 at Connecticut Science Center. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is A Christmas Carol in Hartford?
Tickets vary; youth tickets 50% off at off-peak performances. A Christmas Carol is on Sat November 21 and Sat December 5 (2 pm), 2026 at Hartford Stage. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Book Nook: Holiday Craft in Hartford?
Free. Book Nook: Holiday Craft is on Friday, November 27, 2026, 3 to 5 pm at Hartford Public Library, Downtown Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Winterfest Hartford in Hartford?
Free, online skate waiver required. Winterfest Hartford is on Friday, November 27, 2026 to Thursday, December 31, 2026 (daily; season continues into January; special hours on Dec 24, 25 and 31), 11 am to 8 pm at Bushnell Park rink, next to the Pump House. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is The Big Snow Music Show in West Hartford?
Free, registration required. The Big Snow Music Show is on Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 10:30 to 11:15 am at Noah Webster Library, Meeting Room. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Caring Santa at Westfarms in West Hartford?
Prices not listed, reservation required. Caring Santa at Westfarms is on Sunday, December 6, 2026, 9 to 10:30 am at Westfarms, Santa Photo Experience. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Happy Holidays Storytime in Newington?
No cost listed, registration required. Happy Holidays Storytime is on Thursday, December 10, 2026, 10:30 to 11 am at Lucy Robbins Welles Library, Children's Program Room. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Holiday on the Plaza in Manchester?
Free. Holiday on the Plaza is on Friday, December 11, 2026, 6 to 8 pm at Eastside Plaza. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Resin Snowflake Ornaments in Hartford?
Free. Resin Snowflake Ornaments is on Friday, December 11, 2026, 11 am to noon at Hartford Public Library, Downtown Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Once Upon a Snowman in West Hartford?
Free, registration required. Once Upon a Snowman is on Saturday, December 19, 2026, 11 to 11:45 am at Noah Webster Library, Story Room. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
Are there Christmas train rides for kids in Hartford?
Yes, but they have their own guide. Santa trains and holiday train rides are listed in our Hartford Christmas train rides guide, so this page sticks to story times, Santa visits and other events off the rails.
How do you confirm these events?
We list an event only after we find this season’s date on the host’s own website or an official city or tourism calendar. We last checked every listing on November 2, 2026. Hosts change details, so always confirm on the host’s page before you go.
Event names belong to their hosts. Rally Takes the Train is a family picture book and is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by any host listed here. Confirm dates, times and prices on each host’s own site before you go.
