Arts, Culture, Recreation in the Fairfield County Connecticut Area | What’s happening in Fairfield County, CT

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Mermaids at Mystic Aquarium!

Mermaids are swimming back the first three Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays in November: November 6-8, 13-15, 20-22. Back by popular demand, Mermaids at Mystic is making a splash this fall! Dive into an enchanting underwater experience and see mermaids take to the water in one of our habitats — included with general admission!
Dates: 
11/13/2026
11/14/2026
11/15/2026
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Location: 
55 Coogan Boulevard, Mystic, CT, USA
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Connecticut Post Mall Share the Warmth

Help Us Share the Warmth This Season! Connecticut Post Mall is proud to partner with One Warm Coat this season. Together, we can spread warmth and hope to those in need. October 15 – December 31 you can drop off your new or gently used coats in the white donation boxes located upper level next to Macy's.
Dates: 
11/09/2026
11/10/2026
11/11/2026
Mall hours
Location: 
Connecticut Post Mall, 1201 Boston Post Rd, Milford, CT 06460, United States
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GLOW Wild Lantern Festival - Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo

Journey through a breathtaking wonderland of illuminated larger-than-life lanterns inspired by wildlife from around the world at GLOW Wild presented by ASML. This unforgettable nighttime experience features more than 40 spectacular displays and hundreds of new handcrafted illuminated lanterns and interactive experiences, transforming Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo into one of the region's premier fall attractions.
Dates: 
11/12/2026
11/13/2026
11/14/2026
5:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Location: 
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, 1875 Noble Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06610, USA
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2026 Radio City Rockettes’ Christmas Spectacular

Starting November 4, 2026 - The Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes returns to Radio City Music Hall Nov 4, 2026 with 230 performances — the most ever — and now featuring TEN show-stopping Rockettes numbers! Secure your tickets today!
Dates: 
11/10/2026
11/11/2026
11/12/2026
Show Times Vary
Location: 
Radio City Music Hall, 6th Avenue, New York, NY, USA
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