Zip 06109 · Weekend of 2026-01-09
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| Zip 06109 06109 | Weekend of January 9-11, 2026 |
WEEKEND SNAPSHOT
Cold and crisp with highs near 31°F and overnight lows in the teens. Expect clear skies but biting winds.
Ongoing utility work on the Silas Deane Highway may cause minor lane shifts near the Wethersfield-Hartford line.
⚡ If You Only Do One Thing
Hartford Wolf Pack vs. Providence Bruins
Saturday, Jan 10, 7:30 PM
"High-energy AHL hockey offers a professional sports atmosphere that is warmer, more affordable, and more kid-friendly than an NHL game."
PRO TIP: Park in the Church Street Garage; it offers a heated skywalk directly into the XL Center, allowing you to leave your heavy coats in the car.
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📍 Top Spots
UConn Men's Ice Hockey vs. UMass Lowell
Friday, Jan 9, 7:00 PM • XL Center, Hartford
Elite collegiate hockey matchup featuring the Huskies in a high-stakes Hockey East battle.
Best For: Active professionals and alumni • Cost: $20 - $45
Art Explorers: Interactive Family Tour
Saturday, Jan 10, 10:30 AM • New Britain Museum of American Art
A guided, movement-based tour of the galleries specifically designed for families with children ages 6-12.
Best For: Young families • Cost: Museum Admission ($15 adults, children under 12 free)
Dinner at Boqueria West Hartford
All Weekend, Reservations recommended • Blue Back Square
Authentic Barcelona-style tapas and paella in a lively, modern indoor setting.
Best For: Foodies and active professionals • Cost: $$$
Choose Your Mode
Mode: Action
UConn Men's Basketball vs. DePaul
$30+
Saturday, Jan 10, Afternoon • XL Center
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Tip: Doors open 90 minutes early; arrive at least 45 minutes prior to tip-off to clear security.
Mode: Family
New England Air Museum Indoor Hangar Tour
$21 (Adults), $12 (Youth)
Sunday, Jan 11, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM • Windsor Locks (20 min drive)
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Tip: The flight simulators are popular; sign up at the front desk immediately upon entry.
Mode: Chill
Winter Walk & Coffee at Elizabeth Park
Free (except coffee)
Sunday, Jan 11, 11:00 AM • Elizabeth Park, West Hartford
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Tip: Check the Pond House website for Sunday brunch availability if you want a sit-down meal.
Weekend at a Glance
Friday Night
UConn Hockey vs. UMass Lowell
Sports
Saturday Morning
Art Explorers at NBMAA
Kids
Saturday Night
Wolf Pack vs. Bruins
High Energy
Sunday Morning
Pond House Cafe Brunch
Foodie
⚠️ Logistics Watch Outs
Ice/Frost on Silas Deane Highway
Early morning Saturday/Sunday in shaded areas near Wethersfield Cove.
Allow an extra 10 minutes for defrosting and stick to the center lanes which are salted more heavily.
XL Center Event Overlap
Saturday afternoon/evening due to back-to-back basketball and hockey events.
Pre-pay for parking via the LAZ Parking app to guarantee a spot in the nearby garages.
🍿 Movies
Top Box Office
We Bury the Dead (R): Daisy Ridley stars in this survival thriller set in the aftermath of a catastrophic experiment.
Better Man (R): A unique, high-energy musical biopic of Robbie Williams, depicted as a CGI chimpanzee.
New This Weekend
Greenland 2: Migration (PG-13): Gerard Butler returns in this high-stakes sequel as survivors leave their bunkers to find a new home in a frozen wasteland.
Primate (R): A survival horror film where a tranquil getaway turns into a nightmare involving a violent test subject.
📅 Plan Ahead
| Date | Event | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 15-18 | Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto | High; tickets sell out quickly for weekend matinees. |
| March 14 | Hartford St. Patrick's Day Parade | Medium; book downtown brunch reservations now. |