New Britain Fun Activities Guide

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  Castle Hill Farm

  Newtown

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  Castle Hill Farm is located in Newtown, Connecticut and has been owned and operated by the Paproski family for four generations. Currently a retired dairy farm, Castle Hill Farm was once the second largest supplier of dairy products in Fairfield County! The farm is approximately one hundred acres in size and is known to be a fun and educational attraction to many in the fall season. Castle Hill Farm is the proud owner of Paproski's 4 acre Pumpkin Patch and 7 acre Corn Maze. Visit us in the fall for Hay Rides, Pick-your-own Pumpkins, Our Petting Zoo, Corn Maze, Pony Rides, and much more!

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  Classic Harbor Line - Boston

  Boston

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  See Boston like you never have on this 2 hour sail aboard the Adirondack III, a wooden 80-foot pilot schooner. Within five minutes of leaving the dock, you'll forget the mayhem and noise of the City, and you'll feel the relaxing breeze of Boston Harbor! Give your child an experience that is safe, fun and unique! Join us for a Day Sail! (less) ... Read more

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  Classic Harbor Line - NYC

  New York

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  Family Friendly Boat Tours of Manhattan

     Dedicated to helping locals and visitors alike enjoy the unique wonders of New York City, Classic Harbor Line hopes for the privilege of escorting you on a relaxing, inspiring and breathtaking sightseeing cruise through the waters we proudly call home. Our classic yachts - the Schooner Adirondack & Adirondack III and the Schooner America 2.0 (our sailboats), and the Luxury Yacht Manhattan (our motorized yacht) are reminiscent of the classic boats that cruised New York Harbor a hundred years ago. (less) ... Read more

  10% off any Classic Harbor Line Cruise!

  Receive 10% off each ticket purchased at www.sail-nyc.com using ONLINE promo code FAMILY10 - Valid for any cruise or sail with Classic Harbor Line! Join us with your family to take in the s…

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  Lake Compounce

  Bristol

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  With over 402 acres of fun, Lake Compounce is the oldest continuously operating amusement park in North America, welcoming families since 1846. Lake Compounce has ten cozy catering pavilions and plenty of room to host your next birthday, party, family reunion, and corporate event! Lake Compounce combines unique and exciting thrill rides and coasters for all ages with a full-sized water park'"all for one low price.As the park continues to delight families from all around the New England area and beyond, the balance of evolution and tradition continues to play an important role at the nation's first amusement park.

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  On Location Tours

  New York

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  For over 17 years, On Location Tours has been taking people to multiple locations from their favorite TV shows and movies filmed in New York City. These unique sightseeing bus tours and walking tours offer a variety of options including the NYC TV & Movie Tour, Sex & the City Hotspots Tour, The Real Housewives of New York City Tour, When Harry Met Seinfeld Tour, TCM Classic Film Tour, Gossip Girl Sites Tour, Sopranos Sites Tour, Holiday Lights & Movie Sites Tour (seasonal), and Central Park TV & Movie Sites Tour. All On Location NYC tours are led by local actors with on-set experience who will guide you through the best Big Apple landmarks and neighborhoods to provide an experience you'll never forget. (less) ... Read more

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  Quassy Amusement Park & Waterpark

  Middlebury

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  Season Passes on Sale Now!

     Connecticut's Affordable Family Park! Family amusement park with rides, waterpark, beach, arcade, games, restaurant, entertainment. Ride the award-winning Wooden Warrior roller coaster and conquer the new water slides at Splash Away Bay. The Quassy Quest Laser Maze awaits you in the huge arcade building. Other activities include boat rides on Lake Quassapaug, discount bargain days - Monday & Wednesday during height of season - and family specials Friday and Saturday evenings at 5 o'clock. (less) ... Read more

  $50 Saturday Evening Carload Special

  $50 Saturday Evening Carload Special - After 5 p.m., up to 10 persons in one car receive and evening wristband for only $50, parking included. Valid Saturday evenings May 26 - Sept. 1, 2018.…

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  Story Land

  Glen

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  Story Land - where fantasy lives! Story Land is a safe and natural setting where children and their imaginations can run free. We provide a great value to our guests every day, with all-inclusive rides, shows & attractions, reasonably-priced admission ticket, FREE parking, and FREE pet kennels. Featuring birthday parties and character dinners, Story Land is a celebration for the young at heart. This world of fantasy is punctuated by the kaleidoscope of flowers and emerald fields of New Hampshire's beautiful White Mountains. Timeless characters like Humpty Dumpty, the Old Woman in the Shoe, the Three Little Pigs, and Peter Rabbit came to life here in 1954. (less) ... Read more

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  The Ride

  New York

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  THE RIDE is a unique experience, equal parts theatrical show and immersive tour. See spectacular performances and classic New York City sights from the comfort of our technologically-advanced moving theater motorcoach. Experience the best of New York City. Get on, and Experience THE RIDE. Insider Tip: The Ride uses the bus to include prizes, music and live performances - so it's perfect for birthday parties. The Tour is their new product and is "The New Generation of Sightseeing". Visit www.experiencetheride.com to learn more about both!

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  The Tour

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  Let's face it. There isn't much variety available when choosing a New York City tour. Well, that model is about to change! The Ride, the world's only mobile theater, has consistently won awards and critical acclaim (Trip Advisor, Fodor's and Viator, etc.) for its unique entertainment/attraction model making the streets the stage. And NOW, due to popular demand, the producers of The Ride have created The Tour! Board The Tour's spacious motor coach and settle into the VIP comfort of its stadium style seating which faces the street and provides a head-on view of the city through a wall of floor-to-ceiling glass. The coach comes equipped with 40 flat screen monitors, 3,000 LED lights and surround sound. The ninety minute route will introduce you to New York's most iconic neighborhoods and landmarks as seen on movies, TV shows and more. The Tour, powered by The Ride is the only discriminating choice in a crowded field of the ordinary. So be extraordinary! Insider Tip: The Tour is perfect for deluxe bus sightseeing. The Ride uses the bus to include prizes, music and live street performances - so it's perfect for birthday parties. Visit www.experiencetheride.com to learn more about both! (less) ... Read more

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  Lyman Orchards

  Middlefield

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  Established in 1741 and celebrating its 275th Anniversary in 2016, Lyman Orchards is recognized as the twelfth oldest family owned business still in operation. Enjoy picking fresh fruits in season from strawberries in June to blueberries and raspberries in July, from peaches in August to Apples, Pears and Pumpkins in the fall! Get lost in one of two agricultural mazes: the Sunflower Maze in August and the Corn Maze in September and October. Group discounts available.

Family Activities

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  Classic Harbor Line - Boston

  Boston

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  See Boston like you never have on this 2 hour sail aboard the Adirondack III, a wooden 80-foot pilot schooner. Within five minutes of leaving the dock, you'll forget the mayhem and noise of the City, and you'll feel the relaxing breeze of Boston Harbor! Give your child an experience that is safe, fun and unique! Join us for a Day Sail! (less) ... Read more

  15% Off Classic Harbor Line - Boston

  Join us for a Day Sail aboard Schooner Adirondack III. Use online promo code: 15Family and receive 15% off each ticket you purchase!

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  Classic Harbor Line - NYC

  New York

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  Family Friendly Boat Tours of Manhattan

     Dedicated to helping locals and visitors alike enjoy the unique wonders of New York City, Classic Harbor Line hopes for the privilege of escorting you on a relaxing, inspiring and breathtaking sightseeing cruise through the waters we proudly call home. Our classic yachts - the Schooner Adirondack & Adirondack III and the Schooner America 2.0 (our sailboats), and the Luxury Yacht Manhattan (our motorized yacht) are reminiscent of the classic boats that cruised New York Harbor a hundred years ago. (less) ... Read more

  10% off any Classic Harbor Line Cruise!

  Receive 10% off each ticket purchased at www.sail-nyc.com using ONLINE promo code FAMILY10 - Valid for any cruise or sail with Classic Harbor Line! Join us with your family to take in the s…

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  Quassy Amusement Park & Waterpark

  Middlebury

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  Season Passes on Sale Now!

     Connecticut's Affordable Family Park! Family amusement park with rides, waterpark, beach, arcade, games, restaurant, entertainment. Ride the award-winning Wooden Warrior roller coaster and conquer the new water slides at Splash Away Bay. The Quassy Quest Laser Maze awaits you in the huge arcade building. Other activities include boat rides on Lake Quassapaug, discount bargain days - Monday & Wednesday during height of season - and family specials Friday and Saturday evenings at 5 o'clock. (less) ... Read more

  $50 Saturday Evening Carload Special

  $50 Saturday Evening Carload Special - After 5 p.m., up to 10 persons in one car receive and evening wristband for only $50, parking included. Valid Saturday evenings May 26 - Sept. 1, 2018.…

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  Watch Ya' Mouth

  Watch Ya' Mouth

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  Watch Ya' Mouth Throwdown Edition is the evolution of the original, wildly popular, hilarious Watch Ya' Mouth game. Rather than just speak phrases, players now go head-to-head with hilarious and challenging tasks - while wearing mouthpieces. Throwdown Edition takes competition - and laughter - to the next level and builds on the multigenerational gaming phenomena. Throwdown Edition has already been Awarded Top Holiday Toy of 2017 by Toy Insider & selected for the 2017 Amazon Holiday Toy List.

Preschool Activities

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  My Gym - Enfield

  Enfield

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  My Gym has developed an extraordinary program and facility devised to help children 6 weeks thru 13 years of age develop physically, cognitively and emotionally. We have hundreds of locations in more than 30 countries offering structured, age-appropriate, weekly classes that incorporate music, dance, relays, games, special rides, gymnastics, sports and more. Children have loads of fun as they gain strength, balance, coordination, agility and flexibility while developing social skills, confidence and self-esteem. Our state-of-the-art facility, extensively trained staff, award-winning class programs, and excellent student/teacher ratio have earned My Gym the reputation as the best early learning program of its kind. (less) ... Read more

  Summer Camp!

  Camp Pricing: $30 per day 20% off siblings! Perfect for ages 2.5 and up! Summer Camp Schedule: June 18th thru August 30th Mondays 9am-12pm Wednesdays 1pm-4pm Thursdays 9am-12pm …

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  My Gym - West Hartford

  West Hartford

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  My Gym has developed an extraordinary program and facility devised to help children 6 weeks through 13 years of age develop physically, cognitively, and emotionally. We have hundreds of locations in more than 30 countries offering structured, age-appropriate, weekly classes that incorporate music, dance, relays, games, special rides, gymnastics, sports, and more. Children have loads of fun as they gain strength, balance, coordination, agility, and flexibility while developing social skills, confidence, and self-esteem. Our state-of-the-art facility, extensively trained staff, award-winning class programs, and excellent student/teacher ratio have earned My Gym the reputation as the best early learning program of its kind. (less) ... Read more

  Summer Camp!

  Camp Pricing: Members: $30/day Non-Members: $40/day Summer Camp Schedule: June 18th thru August 28th Mondays 9am-12pm Tuesdays 1pm-4pm Thursdays 9am-12pm Thursdays 1pm-4pm Su…

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  Tiny Tykes

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  TinyTykes Pre-School Soccer Programs - 20 Connecticut Programs

     Child development through Challenger's nationally acclaimed innovative pre-school soccer program! TinyTykes is an innovative program, created by childcare specialists that introduces children aged 2 to 5-years to the basic skills of soccer. Both our Cubs (2- 3 years) and our Lions (4-5 years) modules use fundamental soccer activities, games and stories to develop their skills in the following areas: Balance, Agility and Coordination Technical Skills Gross motor skills Physical Development Social skills Self confidence Communication Teamwork