36 Things to Do in Connecticut This March

1. Fly in the sky. Float through the early spring sky with one of Connecticut’s hot air balloon companies! Make unforgettable memories at Aer Blarney Balloons and Berkshire Balloons!

2. Take in sights of nature. All across Connecticut, hikers are coming out of their homes to celebrate the first day of Spring on March 20th. Ring in this new season with a nature walk through one of Connecticut’s top hiking trails or get away with these great towns for hiking.

3. Skate your heart out. Visit one of Connecticut’s indoor roller rinks and test out your ability to stay under pressure on wheels. Plan a trip to Ron-A-Roll Indoor Roller Skating Center in Vernon – all levels of skaters are encouraged!

4. Climb, swing, and zip. Have you ever wondered what it’d feel like to swing through the jungle like a monkey? Try out the world’s largest indoor ropes course in New Haven. IT Adventure Ropes Course has many adrenaline-pumping activities for all participants, no matter their age! Or experience a variety of obstacle courses at Thrillz High Flying Adventure Park in Danbury.

5. Try acrobatics. Take an aerial yoga class or a variety of acrobatic-inspired activities from pole dancing for fitness to equestrian vaulting and more at Aerial Arts Fitness in Jewett City.

6. Go window shopping. Enjoy Connecticut’s spring weather by taking in a leisurely day of window shopping at one of the state’s many lovely walkable town centers or these great towns for shopping. You’ll never know what you’ll find around every corner.

7. Get grounded. Spend a day de-stressing by practicing yoga in a blissful new location: a salt cave. Try a yoga class at Salt Cave of Darien or meditation-based yoga at Soulshine Salt Cavern in Durham for a whole new level of relaxation.

8. Take a stroll. Enjoy the newly spring weather and take a relaxing stroll through one of Connecticut’s many charming towns. From the rolling hills of Kent to the quaint oceanside town of Stonington, explore all the hidden gems Connecticut has to offer.

9. Sip some liquid inspiration. Coffee is known to fuel and energize the brain – explore a new coffee shop to get your creative juices flowing! Small, medium, or large, discover your perfect cup of joe at Higher Grounds Coffee Shop in East Haddam, Cheshire Coffee in Cheshire,  Dom’s Coffee in Avon, JavaHut Cafe in Guilford, or Molten Java in Bethel. And find more must-try coffee shops here.

10. See eagles, osprey & seals. March is a perfect time to watch wildlife. Take a boat tour to view the majestic eagles, or land tour with experienced tour operators. See the breathtaking sights of bald eagles at Shepaug Dam Observation Area in Southbury.

11. Take a historical tour. Tour one of Connecticut's many history museums including the Keeler Tavern Museum in Ridgefield, Greenwich Historical Society, the Hill-Stead Museum in Farmington, Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme, New Haven Museum, and more.

12. Get creative. Take a trip to Fired Up in Branford and paint your own pottery! Or, try their virtual pottery classes. If you’re feeling like trying out a different type of medium, check out Muse Paint Bar in West Hartford.

13. Go on the (antique) hunt. Connecticut is filled with fascinating vintage treasures waiting to be found. Start your treasure hunt on the Antiques Trail.

14. Attend the Black Excellence Speaker Series. Get inspired by dynamic speakers facilitating insightful discussions on pressing issues of race, diversity, social justice, and the future of black brilliance. 

15. Dine in unique locations. Taste a few of Connecticut’s best cuisines, in some of the most unexpected locations. Enjoy a craft beer in a repurposed engine room, authentic barbeque in a gas station, Mediterranean entrees in an old library, and many more unique dining experiences!

16. 'Tis the season: maple edition. Did you know that March is maple sugar season in Connecticut? Celebrate the sweet liquid gold by picking up products at maple syrup farms like Lamothe's Sugar House in Burlington and Sweet Wind Farm Sugarhouse & Farm Stand in East Hartland.

17. Try out 1, 2, or 3 new cocktails. Sip on The B's Knees cocktail and Spicy Passionfruit Margarita while safely journeying along Connecticut’s signature cocktail trail. For extra fun, be sure to make reservations to stay over to continue on the trail the next day!

18. Sample some chocolate. Prolong Valentine's Day and take a trip down the Chocolate Trail to find the best goodies for your loved ones (and treat yourself while you’re at it!)

19. Enjoy craft breweries. Connecticut’s craft beer scene is growing. Visit these destination breweries. Many even offer curbside pickup or delivery!

20. Taste Apizza heaven. Stroll downtown New Haven and pop in to try the #1 pizza in America. While you're at it, sample the six different Connecticut pizza spots that rank in the nation's top 50.

21. Be a foodie fan. Love Iron Chef or Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives? Many of the best celebrity chefs actually have restaurants in Connecticut that are fun and easy to check out – and delicious too.

22. Try top restaurants. Sample award-winning flavors at Connecticut's Best Restaurants, recently announced by the Connecticut Restaurant Association.

23. Celebrate the Irish way. Want to feel the warmth of the Irish this St. Patrick's Day? Find a hefty pint of Guinness Connecticut’s many Irish pubs, or take home a traditional Irish feast the whole family will savor. Check out the St. Patrick's celebrations in the state.

24. Hang with dinosaurs. Explore the magical world of flower and gardens and dinosaur adventures at the Connecticut Convention Center's Jurassic Quest Showcase. Play with adorable baby Dinos, excavate fossils, or even train a raptor while surrounded by a Spinosaurus and a larger-than-life Tyrannosaurus rex! 

25. Become Sherlock Holmes. Grab your magnifying glass, detective hat, and come together as a family to crack the code that’s needed to exit one of Connecticut’s many escape rooms! Can you escape from Mind Factory Escape Games, Mystified Escape Rooms, Mission Escape Games, or Wigwam Escape?

26. Plan a day trip to the tropics. Receive a truly tropical experience by heading into the Butterfly Enclosure at the Connecticut Science Center! Experience 40-50 different species of magnificent and educational butterflies free-flying right above your head.

27. Make learning fun. Take a tour of one of Connecticut’s children’s museums. Visit animals at Lutz Children's Museum in Manchester, or experience the award-winning Stepping Stones Museum for Children in Norwalk.

28. Get some fresh air. Looking to get outdoors? Round up the kids and explore these parks they're sure to love.

29. Have serious fun. With bumper cars, laser tag, black light mini golf, and more, Nomads Adventure Quest has 65,000 square feet of fun for kids of all ages. Plan a family outing for memories that will last.

30. Celebrate Easter. From Easter Bunny visit to brunch destinations and more, get out with the family to celebrate Easter March 31.

31. Chase sunsets. Spring brings not only more light, but warmer nights. What better way to celebrate the changing of the seasons than by watching the sunset with your special someone at one of Connecticut’s picturesque beaches. Cozy up with warm blankets and a bottle of wine to watch the show in the sky.

32. Plan date night. Take your special someone out to SoNo (South Norwalk), where you’ll find endless food and drink options, along with picturesque views.

33. Whisk them away. Connecticut has so many romantic winter getaways. Check out these spots for a relaxing retreat, or take advantage of an entire romantic Connecticut towns.

34. Dinner by candlelight. Sit fireside for a romantic evening full of intimate conversation and warm embraces while enjoying a batch of steamed Cape Cod Bay Mussels. Explore a seaside romance at Fresh Salt in Old Saybrook.

35. Paint your love together. Looking for a new fun date night activity? Master the art of painting together at one of Connecticut’s painting studios! Create a classic beach scene or fruit basket at the Art Studio of Connecticut in Berlin.

36. Try a little of everything. From art, escape rooms, and casinos, to spas, distilleries, and nature centers, plan the perfect day with your special someone, experiencing something new at every corner.