If you are looking for some fun things to do in CT this weekend, you have come to the right place.
Whether you’re looking for family fun, something for couples, or something just for you, we’ve got some great suggestions to keep you busy and having a great time!
The busy holiday season is over and things have been a little slower event-wise. There’s still some great stuff to do, though.
Some great events are going on this weekend, though! Some for just adults and some for the whole family.
Whatever you’re looking for, we’ve got some great events right here for you.
You’ve gotta love indoor events when the weather is super cold!
So, let’s dive in – it’s going to be a great weekend!
What is there to do in CT this weekend?
The weekend is upon us and there is a ton of fun stuff going on. Here’s a sample of what you’ll find going on in CT this weekend.
Read on for more information, event links, times, dates, addresses, and prices.
- Bret Micheals Concert with Mark McGrath
- Poetry and Karaoke Open Mic Pot Luck
- Eddie Griffin Show
- Psychic Vendor Fair
- Hartford Wolfpack vs Charlotte Checkers
- Alice in Chains MTV Unplugged Tribute
8 Top Things to Do in CT this Weekend (February 7th, 8th, & 9th, 2025)
39th Annual Connecticut Wedding & Bridal Expo – Hartford
Whether your big day is coming up or you’re just interested in browsing ideas and daydreaming, bridal and wedding expos can be a ton of fun.
This weekend at the Connecticut Convention Center, come to the 39th Annual Connecticut Wedding & Bridal Expo brought to you by Jenks Productions.
Here, you’ll find plenty to do including:
- gown and tuxedo fashion show
- DJs and live music
- vendors
- tasting sample
- games and prizes
Get the girls together or grab your fiance. This is going to be so much fun!
- Date: Saturday & Sunday, February 8th & 9th, 2025
- Time: 11am – 4pm (both days)
- Address: 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT
- Cost: $12
Galentine’s Day Downtown – Hartford
Ok, it’s not quite Valentine’s Day yet, but that’s no reason not to celebrate!
This celebration is just for the ladies, though.
Ladies, grab your bestie and head to Pratt Street in Hartford for some serious fun.
Here, you will find things like shopping, tattoos, psychic readings, massages, and more.
Plus, there will be plenty of food and beverages to enjoy.
- Date: Saturday, February 8th, 2025
- Time: 12pm – 6pm
- Address: 42 Pratt Street, Hartford, CT
- Cost: Free (individual events are for fee)
Bret Micheals Concert with Mark McGrath – Uncasville
There’s nothing quite like 80s rock n’ roll. The guitars were heavy and so was the make-up.
Bret Micheals was an 80s icon as the lead singer of the rock band Poison. He also managed to get back into the spotlight on the VH1 hir series “Rock of Love”.
This weekend he’ll be playing some of his greatest hits, as well as some of his newer tracks at the Mohegan Sun Resort & Casino.
Mark McGrath from the late 90s pop band Sugar Ray will be performing, as well.
- Date: Friday, February 7th, 2025
- Time: 8pm
- Address: 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd., Uncasville, CT
- Cost: $55+
Poetry & Karaoke Open Mic Pot Luck – New Haven
Black History Month is here and it’s time to celebrate the culture and its contributions and to have some fun.
Wear black, bring a dish, and come ready to sing your heart out at the New Haven Peoples Center!
This is a celebration for the culture and by the culture.
- Date: Friday, February 7th, 2025
- Time: 7pm – 11pm
- Address: 37 Howe St, New Haven, CT
- Cost: $10
Eddie Griffin Show – Mashantucket
We could all use a little cheering up when the skies are cloudy and the air is cold.
Get out and have some laughs this weekend at Foxwoods Casino & Resort.
Eddie Griffin is one of the top modern-day funny men (one of the greatest comedians of all time, actually) and he’s here to lighten the mood and make you laugh this weekend.
- Date: Friday, Febraury 7th, 2025
- Time: 7:30pm
- Address: 350 Trolley Line Blvd., Mashantucket, CT
- Cost: $44+
Psychic Vendor Fair – Plainfield
If you’re interested in numerology and psychic readings, this event is for you. It’s the Love is in the Air Psychic Vendor Fair.
This weekend, come to the Plainfield Town Hall for psychic readings, tarot card readings, water readings, and more.
There will also be tons of vendors selling handcrafted items and other goods.
For those who want readings, you’ll need to check out the Facebook page in the link above and call the number to make your reservations.
- Date: Saturday, February 8th, 2025
- Time: 10am – 4pm
- Address: 8 Community Ave, Plainfield, CTÂ
- Cost: Free
Hartford Wolf Pack vs Charlotte Checkers – Hartford
If you’re a sports fan, there’s a great hockey game happening at the XL Center in Hartford this weekend.
The Hartford Wolfpack will be taking on the Charlotte Checkers.
These games are always so much fun. So, come have a blast with us!
- Date: Friday, February 7th, 2025
- Time: 7 pm
- Address: 225 Trumbull Street, Hartford, CT
- Cost: $20+
Alice in Chains MTV Unplugged Tribute – Norwich
Alice in Chains was one of the best bands to come out of Seattle in the 90s.
One of the best, most popular performances they did was for MTV’s Unplugged show.
This weekend, come down to Strange Brew Pub in Norwich for an amazing lineup of musicians that will be performing the amazing tunes from the MTV special.
These musicians are top-notch and this is going to be a great show.
- Date: Saturday, February 8th, 2025
- Time: 9pm – 11:30pm
- Address: 86 Water Street, Norwich, CT
- Cost: $18
There you have it! The 8 best things to do in CT this weekend.
This weekend should be pretty fun, as usual.
Enjoy yourselves and stay safe!