Zip 06042 · Weekend of 2026-04-03

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Weekend of Apr 3 - Apr 5, 2026

WEEKEND SNAPSHOT

Sunny but crisp; high 54°F, low 34°F. Expect a clear, cold Saturday night.

Ongoing bridge rehabilitation at the I-84 and I-384 interchange is causing lane shifts and slow-downs near the Manchester/East Hartford line.

⚡ If You Only Do One Thing

Premiere Weekend: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie

Showtimes Friday–Sunday starting at 11:00 AM

"This is the year's most anticipated family sequel; viewing it at Manchester's Showcase Cinemas ensures a high-quality indoor experience during a cold holiday weekend."

PRO TIP: Select the 'Lux Level' for reserved power-reclining seats to avoid the opening weekend crowds in the standard theaters.

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📍 Top Spots

Downtown Manchester Egg Hop

Saturday, Apr 4, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM • Main Street, Manchester

A family-friendly 'hop' through downtown businesses to collect eggs and visit local shops.

Best For: Families with young children • Cost: Free

Ali Siddiq: The Custom Fit Tour

Saturday, Apr 4, 7:00 PM • The Bushnell, Hartford

A night of stand-up comedy featuring Ali Siddiq's renowned storytelling style.

Best For: Date night or comedy fans • Cost: $35 - $79

Reggae Night with Tribulations

Friday, Apr 3, 9:00 PM • The Main Pub, Manchester

Live roots-reggae performance from a regional favorite in an intimate pub setting.

Best For: Live music and late-night drinks • Cost: $10 cover

Choose Your Mode

Mode: Date Night

Opening Night: The Drama $14 - $18

Friday Night • Showcase Cinemas Manchester

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Tip: The film runs approx. 120 minutes; grab a post-movie drink at Labyrinth Brewing next door.

Mode: Quiet & Indoor

Pokémon Club Free

Friday, 2:30 PM • Mary Cheney Library

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Tip: Parking is easiest in the lot behind the library off Center Street.

Weekend at a Glance

Friday 9:00 PM

Tribulations Live

Live Music

Saturday 1:00 PM

Downtown Egg Hop

Family

Saturday 7:00 PM

Ali Siddiq Comedy

Theater

Sunday 10:00 AM

Easter Service at Crossroads

Community

⚠️ Logistics Watch Outs

I-84 Bridge Construction

I-84 East/West at the I-384 split; all weekend.

Use Route 44 (Burnside Ave) or Route 6 to bypass the interchange if traveling into Hartford.

Easter Sunday Retail Closures

Sunday, April 5; The Shoppes at Buckland Hills.

Confirm restaurant hours beforehand as many major retailers will be closed for the holiday.

🍿 Movies

Top Box Office

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (PG): Mario and Luigi journey into deep space in this blockbuster sequel to the 2023 hit.

Project Hail Mary (PG-13): Ryan Gosling stars as an astronaut who must use science to save Earth from a solar crisis.

New This Weekend

The Drama (R): A couple’s life is upended by secrets revealed just days before their wedding.

A Great Awakening (PG-13): A historical drama based on true events that redefined a community.

📅 Plan Ahead

Date	Event	Action
Apr 7 - 12, 2026	Disney's Beauty and the Beast	High; opening night is just two days after this weekend.
Apr 18, 2026	Prince Royce	Medium; arena concert with high demand.

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