Free · Outdoor
Fall Gather-ing Artisan Market
Arts and crafts, food and live music at this Simsbury art studio's outdoor market.
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Simsbury, Connecticut
Things to do with kids in Simsbury this weekend
Verified, kid-friendly plans for ages 2–10 in and around Simsbury, CT. Updated every Thursday.
This weekend in Simsbury.
Weekend of Oct 16–18, 2026. Checked against each source on Oct 13, 2026.
Also nearby · Free · Indoor · All ages
Family Matinee: Monsters, Inc.
Big-screen movie with popcorn. Rated G. Register each person: 860-844-5275.
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Also nearby · Free · Indoor · Ages 2–7
Story Time at Barnes & Noble
Weekly story time in the Kids Corner. No RSVP needed.
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Free this week.
Free · Drop-in · 0–6
Music & Movement
Songs, dancing and the parachute. Birth to 6, drop-in.
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Free · Drop-in · 1–5
Toddler Art: Halloween Cauldrons
Dot markers, pom-poms and stickers. Ages 1–5 with a caregiver, drop-in.
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Also nearby · Free · 1–5
Fall Stories & Scribbles
Story time, then coloring in the art studio. Ages 1–5.
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Every week in Simsbury.
Recurring story times and toddler programs. Full Valley calendar ›
| Program | Day | Time | Ages | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Books & Bubbles Storytime | Monday | 10:30–11 AM | 1–5 | Drop-in. Come Monday or Thursday each week. | Simsbury PL |
| Born to Read | Tuesday | 10–10:30 AM | Babies (not crawling) | Drop-in, followed by Baby Playgroup 10:30–11. | Simsbury PL |
| Music and Movement | Wednesday | 10:30–11 AM | 0–6 | Drop-in, with the parachute. | Simsbury PL |
| Books & Bubbles Storytime | Thursday | 10:30–11 AM | 1–5 | Same program as Monday; pick one day. | Simsbury PL |
| Toddler Time (open play) | Thursday & Friday | 10 AM–1 PM | Toddlers | Paid open play at Fun Max. | Fun Max |
Go-to spots in Simsbury.
Parks, hikes, libraries and indoor play, good any weekend.
Simsbury · Indoor
Fun Max Adventure Park
Trampolines, foam pits, a ninja course, a rock wall and a 4-level playground. Toddler time Thu & Fri 10 AM–1 PM.
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Simsbury · Free · Indoor
Simsbury Public Library
Discovery Center and free weekly drop-in programs for little kids.
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Simsbury · Outdoor
Flamig Farm
Petting zoo, pony rides and hayrides. A good dry-day backup.
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Free · Outdoor · Accessible
Rotary Park Boundless Playground
Fully fenced, accessible playground with a soft rubber surface, swings and slides. Next to the rail-trail, so pair it with a bike ride.
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Free · Stroller-friendly
Stratton Brook State Park
Connecticut's first fully wheelchair-accessible state park. A flat, pine-shaded trail with a covered bridge. Free for CT-registered cars.
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Free · Meadows
Holcomb Farm Eastern Trails
Mowed meadow paths through the arboretum, then woodland trails. Some trails have moderate climbs. Leashed dogs OK.
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Free · Woods
McLean Game Refuge
20+ miles of trails and forest roads. Pick a short loop. No bikes, and dogs aren't allowed on some trails.
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Kids' menu
Antonio's Restaurant
In its 61st year, with quirky vintage decor and trivia cards on the tables. Reservations for 7+: (860) 651-3333.
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Guides for any weekend.
Playgrounds
Five town parks for little climbers.
Easy hikes
Short, gentle walks.
Rainy-day finder
Indoor spots by town and age.
Weekly calendar
Story times and toddler programs.
Kid-friendly restaurants
Kids' menus, no side-eye.
Sign-up deadlines
Rec leagues and camps.
Birthday party spots
Art studios, farms, indoor play.
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