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Zip 06042 06042
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Weekend of January 23-25, 2026
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WEEKEND SNAPSHOT
Cold and crisp; highs near 34°F, lows dipping to 18°F. Mostly clear skies with a chance of light flurries Saturday night.
I-84 Eastbound exit 60-62 (Buckland Hills area) seeing moderate weekend congestion due to ongoing bridge maintenance.
⚡ If You Only Do One Thing
Urban Air Platinum Glow Night
Friday, Jan 23, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
"It is the ultimate high-energy, temperature-controlled environment for families to burn off energy while staying completely shielded from the 20-degree evening wind chill."
PRO TIP: Sign the digital waiver online before arrival to skip the 30-minute kiosk line at the door.
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📍 Top Spots
Winter Vinyl & Casks at Elicit Brewing
Saturday, Jan 24, 7:00 PM • 165 Adams St, Manchester
A curated indoor music experience featuring local DJs spinning classic vinyl paired with small-batch winter ales.
Best For: Active professionals and craft beer fans • Cost: No cover; pay-as-you-go
Family Board Game Jam
Saturday, Jan 24, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM • Manchester Public Library (Main)
An indoor community event featuring a massive library of strategy and classic games for all ages.
Best For: Families and budget-conscious groups • Cost: Free
Indoor Glow Golf Tournament
Sunday, Jan 25, 12:00 PM • Nomads Adventure Quest
Climate-controlled blacklight mini-golf and arcade challenges located just minutes from the Manchester border.
Best For: Kids and teens • Cost: $12 - $15 per person
Choose Your Mode
Mode: Active & Social
Winter STEM Lab: Physics of Flight
$20 - $25
Saturday, 11:00 AM • CT Science Center (Hartford)
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Tip: Validate your parking ticket at the front desk for discounted rates at the Adriaen's Landing garage.
Mode: Date Night / Foodie
Winter Tasting Series
$30 - $50
Friday Night • Indigo Indian Bistro
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Tip: Reservations are highly recommended after 6:30 PM as this spot fills up with shoppers from the nearby mall.
Weekend at a Glance
Friday 6:00 PM
Urban Air Glow Jump
FAMILY
Saturday 7:00 PM
Vinyl Night at Elicit
SOCIAL
⚠️ Logistics Watch Outs
Buckland Hills Retail Congestion
Saturday 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM near the Shoppes at Buckland Hills
Approach via Tolland Turnpike rather than the main I-84 exit to avoid the heaviest signal delays.
Extreme Nighttime Temperatures
Friday/Saturday nights after 9:00 PM
Ensure vehicles have winter-grade washer fluid; temps are expected to drop fast enough to cause flash-icing on late-night windshields.
🍿 Movies
Top Box Office
Zootopia 2 (PG): The long-awaited sequel follows Judy and Nick as they track a mysterious reptile through the urban jungle.
The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants (PG): SpongeBob travels to the depths of the ocean to confront the Flying Dutchman in this high-energy animated adventure.
SOULM8TE (R): An edge-of-your-seat sci-fi thriller about an AI companion that takes its protective programming too far.
📅 Plan Ahead
| Date |
Event |
Action |
| February 14, 2026 |
Valentine's Indoor Artisan Market |
Low - Mark your calendar for local gifts. |
| March 14, 2026 |
Greater Hartford St. Patrick's Day Parade |
High - Requires early arrival for parking and spot-saving. |