Get ready for a fun-filled end of February! This weekend (Feb 28 - Mar 1) in and around New Haven, we have theater for young audiences, science cruises on the river, and fun art exhibits downtown. Don't miss the chance to see Snow White or explore winter wildlife!
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Exhibit | Francis: Pope of the Peripheries
Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center
A free, downtown New Haven exhibit running Saturday morning.
Snow White
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Catch a matinee performance of Theatre for Young Audiences this Saturday.
Family Storytime: "Our Joyful Noise"
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A dedicated storytime session Saturday morning focusing on children's literature.
· February 28
3SNOW WHITE : Catch a fun, laugh-filled version of Snow White specifically tailored for young audiences. This looks like a fantastic indoor event for the afternoon.It's a dedicated TYA show happening Saturday afternoon.
GETTING STARTED : This 30-minute family program at the Yale Art Gallery offers engaging activities focused on looking at art together. A great, quick dip into culture downtown on Saturday.It’s a short, dedicated family program at a New Haven institution confirmed for Saturday.
SATURDAY DRAWING CLUB: A CREATURE A DAY : If your kids love to draw, this two-hour Saturday club focusing on animals sounds perfect. They explore different prompts and materials to boost creativity.It's a dedicated Saturday art workshop happening in New Haven.
· March 1
3: Take the kids out for an evening hike guided by the Sanctuary Director of Education to experience the outdoors under the full moon. Make sure to bundle up!It’s an interesting evening activity for Sunday that capitalizes on the specific date.
: Start your Sunday morning right with an all-you-can-eat pancake and sausage breakfast supporting Flanders' education programs. This is a classic community event.It's a specific Sunday morning fundraiser breakfast that sounds very family-oriented.
FRED ELSER FIRST SUNDAY SCIENCE: ECOSYSTEM INTERACTIONS: SHARING THE SHORE : This is part of the 'First Sunday Science' series, focusing on shore ecosystems. If you can find the specific time, this should be an educational Sunday option.It's explicitly a 'First Sunday' science event tied to March 1st.
Also On· anytime this weekend
9: Meet author Gabriele Davis for a storytime session featuring her children's books, including 'Our Joyful Noise.' This is a great relaxed morning activity if you know where the venue is.It's a direct reading event tied to a specific Saturday morning.
FREE : This event at a local farm sounds like a lovely Sunday morning outing, possibly involving animals or outdoor activities based on the name. It might be free or very low cost.It's an early morning farm event listed specifically for Sunday.
FREE : Visit this free exhibit downtown showcasing Pope Francis’s international outreach. It’s a quiet, indoor option perfect for Saturday morning viewing.It's a confirmed free, indoor event happening Saturday in New Haven.
FREE : Check out this free exhibit featuring historic Columbia Magazine covers showing everyday American life from the 50s through the 80s. A nice, low-key Sunday activity downtown.This exhibit is running Sunday and is free admission.
: Take a warm, heated boat cruise focused on spotting winter wildlife like eagles on the Connecticut River. Book the morning slot on Saturday for this unique nature experience.It's a specific, exciting wildlife experience running on Saturday morning.
FREE : Head to the Peabody for ongoing free activities designed for curious kids interested in nature and science. Since the time is vague, check their schedule for a Saturday morning slot!It’s free, it's in New Haven, and it's happening Saturday at the well-loved Peabody.
: Celebrate maple sugaring season with festival fun at the Nature Center. This runs on Sunday and sounds like a great way to get outside and learn something new.It's a seasonal festival happening this Sunday.
: Head out on the water on Sunday to watch seals in the cooler weather. While the exact time isn't listed, this specialized cruise is worth checking out for animal lovers.It's a specific, exciting nature activity scheduled for Sunday.
: The description says this is a four-session series running Sundays from March 1st through March 22nd, meaning the first session is this Sunday! Kids learn to design and sew their own stuffed animals.Even though it's a series, the first session is scheduled precisely for Sunday, March 1st.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in New Haven this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 28-01) there are two confirmed free events in New Haven: The 'Exhibit | Francis: Pope of the Peripheries' and family programs at the Yale Peabody Museum.
Are there any kid-friendly outdoor activities scheduled for Sunday?
Yes, Sunday, March 1st offers the 'Full Moon Hike' in Newtown or the 'Maple Sugar Fest Sundays' in Stamford, as well as the 'Seal Watch Cruise.'
Where can I find creative workshops for my children this weekend?
The 'Saturday Drawing Club: A Creature a Day' at Creative Arts Workshop on Saturday and the launch of the 'Cozy Creations: Stuffed Animal Workshop Series' at MakeHaven on Sunday are great creative options.
