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Manchester, CT 06042
Weekend of February 20-22, 2026
WEEKEND SNAPSHOT
Cold and crisp with highs near 38°F and lows around 24°F; mostly clear skies expected.
Ongoing 'Soft Opening' phase for new downtown eateries is driving high foot traffic to Main Street.
⚡ If You Only Do One Thing
Stars Hollow Snow Festival
Saturday, Feb 21, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
"This Gilmore Girls-themed winter fest at the Lutz Children's Museum perfectly balances local nostalgia with kid-friendly activities like 'snow' games and themed treats."
PRO TIP: Arrive 15 minutes early to secure street parking on South Main, as the museum lot fills quickly for special events.
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📍 Top Spots
Casa Mezcal Soft Opening
Friday - Saturday, 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM • 867 Main Street, Manchester
A brand new Mexican-Puerto Rican fusion spot featuring 'loaded tostones' and creative mocktails while they await their liquor license.
Best For: Foodies looking to try the newest table in town. • Cost: $15 - $30 per person
French Classics Cooking Class
Saturday, Feb 21, 6:00 PM • The Hidden Kitchen at Hilliard Mills
An intimate, hands-on culinary workshop focused on traditional French techniques followed by a multi-course dinner.
Best For: Active professionals on a date night or friend outing. • Cost: $85+ (registration required)
Mardi Gras Party at Elicit
Saturday, Feb 21, 8:00 PM - Late • Elicit Brewing Co., 165 Adams St
A high-energy celebration featuring live music from 'The Change Up,' a DJ, and New Orleans-inspired food specials.
Best For: Social groups and nightlife seekers. • Cost: $5 - $10 cover charge
Choose Your Mode
Mode: Family Adventure
Open Play at Urban Air
$20 - $35
Friday 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM • Buckland Hills
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Tip: Check the website for 'T-shirt Thursday' holdover deals if visiting right before the weekend.
Mode: Active & Social
Amped Live Music Night
$10 cover
Friday, Feb 20, 9:00 PM • Elicit Brewing Co.
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Tip: The kitchen closes earlier than the bar; grab food before 9:30 PM.
Weekend at a Glance
Friday 12:00 PM
Virtual Lunch & Learn
Educational
Friday 9:00 PM
Amped Live Performance
Nightlife
Saturday 10:00 AM
MAA Drawing Workshop
Creative
Saturday 5:00 PM
Stars Hollow Snow Festival
Hero Event
Sunday 2:00 PM
Ken Burns Revolution Talk
History
⚠️ Logistics Watch Outs
Buckland Hills Mall Traffic
Saturday afternoon, Buckland Hills Dr and Pleasant Valley Rd.
Use the back entrance via Tolland Turnpike to access the Funny Bone or Urban Air area.
Limited Downtown Parking
Main Street during Casa Mezcal's evening rush (6-8 PM).
Park in the free municipal lot behind the shops on Forest Street.
🍿 Movies
Top Box Office
The King's Warden (NR) : This 15th-century historical drama is currently the #1 movie in the world, following a deposed monarch in exile.
Avatar: Fire and Ash (PG-13) : James Cameron's third installment remains a dominant box office holdover with stunning volcanic vistas of Pandora.
Iron Lung (R) : Markiplier's claustrophobic horror hit is still drawing massive crowds for its tense submarine-set narrative.
New This Weekend
How to Make a Killing (R) : A24’s black-comedy thriller starring Glen Powell follows a man willing to do anything to reclaim his lost inheritance.
I Can Only Imagine 2 (PG) : Lionsgate's faith-based sequel continues the true story of Bart Millard as he navigates fame and family healing.
📅 Plan Ahead
Date
Event
Action
March 6, 2026
Manchester St. Patrick's Dinner
Tickets sell out by late Feb.
MANCHESTER, CT. SOLVED.
Weekends. Solved.
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