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Weekend Game
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Zip 06042 06042
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Weekend of May 22 - May 24, 2026
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WEEKEND SNAPSHOT
Sunny and mild with highs near 76°F; small chance of stray Sunday showers.
CTDOT has suspended all non-emergency highway construction for the holiday weekend.
⚡ If You Only Do One Thing
Wickham Park Early Summer Season
Saturday, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
"It avoids the parade traffic of nearby towns while offering 280 acres of gardens and the best aviary in Hartford County."
PRO TIP: Bring exactly $7 in cash for the weekend vehicle entry fee to speed up the gate process.
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📍 Top Spots
Heart of the Arts
Friday, 7:00 PM • Unitarian Universalist Society: East
A night of spoken word and music featuring the town troubadour and poet laureate.
Best For: Culture seekers
Wethersfield Memorial Day Parade
Saturday, 9:00 AM • State Street, Wethersfield
A classic 'America 250' themed parade just 10 miles from Manchester.
Best For: Families • Cost: Free
Learnmore Jonasi Live
Fri/Sat, Multiple Times • Funny Bone Comedy Club
High-energy stand-up from an America's Got Talent finalist.
Best For: Date Night • Cost: $25 - $35
Choose Your Mode
Mode: Family
Lutz Children's Museum
$10
Saturday, 9:00 AM • Manchester
Interactive exhibits perfect for toddlers before the afternoon heat.
Tip: Parking is limited; arrive exactly at opening.
Mode: Solo
Case Mountain Summit Hike
Free
Sunday, 8:00 AM • Spring St Trailhead
Clear views of the Hartford skyline before the evening clouds roll in.
Tip: The Spring Street lot fills by 9 AM on holiday weekends.
Mode: Date Night
Dinner & Drinks at E Ticket Brewing
Varies
Saturday, 6:00 PM • Hilliard St
Manchester's industrial-chic vibe with local craft pours.
Tip: Grab a table on the patio to enjoy the late sunset.
Weekend at a Glance
FRI evening
Heart of the Arts Spoken Word
Reflective
SAT morning
Wethersfield Parade
Patriotic
SAT evening
Comedy at Funny Bone
Lively
SUN morning
Memorial Church Service
Solemn
⚠️ Logistics Watch Outs
Holiday Traffic Surge
I-84 West and Route 6 on Friday afternoon
Avoid travel between 2 PM and 7 PM Friday; use local roads like Middle Turnpike.
Main Street Sunday Staging
South United Methodist Church area, 9 AM Sunday
Expect minor delays near 1226 Main St for the Massing of the Colors.
🍿 Movies
Top Box Office
Avengers: Doomsday (PG-13): The Marvel Cinematic Universe returns to its peak with this month's massive crossover.
The Super Mario Bros. Movie 2 (PG): The Nintendo sequel continues to dominate the family market.
Mortal Kombat II (R): The high-stakes martial arts sequel remains a top choice for action fans.
New This Weekend
The Mandalorian and Grogu (PG-13): The Star Wars phenomenon makes its long-awaited transition from TV to the big screen.
📅 Plan Ahead
| Date |
Event |
Action |
| June 6, 2026 |
CT Trails Day |
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