Winter Fun for Connecticut Kids

Did you know you have a lot of places to go skiing right here in Connecticut? At Mohawk Mountain (above), you’ll find a lovely little mountain that is perfect spot to learn how to ski. Each month, the resort features family-friendly events where Goggles the Yeti, the mountain mascot, comes out to meet all the children and ski with them. The events are free to the public and usually include face painting, obstacle courses, fun games, and coloring stations. 

If not skiing, how about tubing? You can actually tube year-round at Powder Ridge in Middlefield, but there is something extra special about gliding down a snow covered mountain. Unlike skiing, tubing requires absolutely no skill. All ages are allowed on the course but be aware that riders must ride alone. 

Too cold out there? In New Haven, IT Adventure Ropes Course is one of the world's largest indoor rope course attractions. Experience fun with the entire family.

Just because it’s freezing outside doesn’t mean you have to lose touch with nature. Head over to the Discovery Depot at Nature’s Art Village and dig for minerals, pan for gold, and more!  

Of course, a casino may not be the most obvious place to bring your family. But, Foxwoods Resort Casino is actually loaded with family fun! With the Tree House Arcade, bowling alleys, the scrumptious Sugar Factory, a museum that showcases the life and story of the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, and much more can be found at this family friendly spot chock full of family fun.  

Don't forget about indoor water park Great Wolf Lodge, next door to Foxwoods. It's kept at 84 degrees all year round, with thrilling water slides, a lazy river, and other fun attractions that'll make you forget the chilly temperatures outside..

Connecticut’s first location of RPM Raceway is filled with so much more than go-karts. It has a bowling alley, arcade, a full-service restaurant, virtual reality simulators, and more. You need to be at least 6 years old and 48 inches to race. However, don’t let that stop you from planning a fun family day. The arcade is no joke! It's huge and filled with tons of new games (and a few classics for mom like Pac Man and Space Invaders). There's also a bowling alley and a bunch of virtual reality experiences.

New England isn’t short on science museums, but the Connecticut Science Center’s 165+ interactive exhibits keep even the youngest patrons entertained for hours. Warm up in the tropical Butterfly Encounter’s Winter Wonderland or slide on over to the Sock Skating Rink that will be open through President’s Day. Let your imagination soar at the New England Air Museum, located in Windsor Locks. Travel through the history of aviation by exploring the museum's three huge exhibit hangers.

Photo Credits: Mommy Poppins