This Weekend During COVID-19

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In light of the State of Connecticut’s guidelines related to COVID-19, we are suspending event promotion for now. But, there are still ways you can enjoy Connecticut’s tourism offerings this weekend.

Takeout/Delivery

Takeout and Delivery Restaurants in Connecticut

Here’s a list of a few Connecticut restaurants, breweries and wineries offering takeout or delivery.

Virtual Activities

Virtual Activities for At-Home Experiences

Here are a few popular attractions across Connecticut that are offering special virtual experiences to entertain, teach and engage everyone at home.

At-Home Dining Experiences and Takeout/Delivery

Ways to Dine Out While Staying In

Here’s a list of a few restaurants across the state that are offering notable at-home dining experiences along with takeout or delivery services.

Outdoor/Hiking

Social Distance-Friendly Hikes

Check out this list of a few Connecticut parks, forests and trails for solitary outdoor enjoyment.

Outdoor Activities

Outdoor Activities for Solitary Enjoyment

From golfing to fishing to self-guided art walks, here’s a few creative ways to get fresh air while practicing social distance.

Virtual Activities

Virtual Activities for Families

Check out these great virtual activities designed by popular Connecticut attractions for families and kids to enjoy at home.

Virtual Escape

Instagrammable Connecticut: Virtual Escapes

For a brief virtual escape, enjoy this list of beautiful Instagram photos of Connecticut captured by residents and visitors.

Virtual Activity

Be a Part of the Historical Record

The Connecticut Historical Society invites you to become a part of the historical documentation of this COVID-19 pandemic by digitally contributing your own story of how it has impacted you.

Photos/Video Walk-through

Mystic Seaport Museum

Featuring a one-stop source for all existing videos, photographs, and blog posts for the museum. You can even watch a video walk-through of historic Boat storage area, normally closed to the public.

Red Panda "Zoo Cam"

Connecticut Beardsley Zoo

Watch the Red Pandas on the "zoo cam". And tune into the zoo’s Facebook page every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 2:00 p.m. where they’ll go live to discuss different animals at the zoo.

Pictures/Video/Live Content

Mystic Aquarium

Featuring live streamed animal feedings, Q&A’s about the animals, a Live Penguin Feed that brings the beloved penguins right to your computer screen, as well as a Facebook watch series "Aquarium Rehab" that goes behind the scenes with the aquarium's animal care professionals.

Interactive Content

Connecticut Science Center

Posting engaging activities on the science center’s blog including a spring scavenger hunt that families can do at home. Also enjoy the Science Center’s exciting Facebook content including Animal Encounters and Field Trip Fridays during the week and #MuseumFromHome on weekends