Zip 06109 · Weekend of 2026-01-16
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| Zip 06109 06109 | Weekend of January 16-18, 2026 |
WEEKEND SNAPSHOT
Cold and crisp; highs near 34°F, lows near 19°F. Mostly sunny Saturday.
Standard winter parking bans may apply if flurries develop; check Wethersfield PD social media.
⚡ If You Only Do One Thing
Family Science Saturdays: Engineering & Innovation
Saturday, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
"Fully indoor and climate-controlled, making it the perfect escape from the 30-degree weather while keeping kids engaged with new 2026 interactive exhibits."
PRO TIP: Park in the attached Science Center garage on Bob Steele Way to avoid walking in the wind chill.
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Webb-Deane-Stevens Winter Tours
Friday - Sunday, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM • Old Wethersfield
Guided indoor tours of three 18th-century houses with winter-themed historical storytelling.
Best For: History buffs and professionals seeking a quiet afternoon. • Cost: $15 for adults
Heirloom Market Weekend Brunch
Saturday & Sunday, 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM • Main Street, Wethersfield
A cozy seed-to-table market offering seasonal lattes and locally-sourced breakfast sandwiches.
Best For: Young families and couples. • Cost: Free entry; menu prices vary
Public Skating at Silas Deane
Sunday, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM • Willard Richmond Ice Skating Rink
Traditional outdoor community skating (weather permitting).
Best For: Active professionals and families. • Cost: Free; bring your own skates
Choose Your Mode
Mode: Active Professional
Bushnell Theater: Back to the Future The Musical
$45+
Friday evening, 7:30 PM • Downtown Hartford (Near 06109)
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Tip: Reserve a table at Max Downtown early; it fills up fast before theater shows.
Mode: Young Families
Tot-Time Open Gym
$5 per child
Saturday, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM • Wethersfield Community Center
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Tip: Clean sneakers are required for both adults and children on the gym floor.
Weekend at a Glance
Friday Night
Broadway at The Bushnell
CULTURE
Saturday Morning
Heirloom Market Pastries
FOOD
Saturday Afternoon
CT Science Center Innovation
FAMILY
Sunday Mid-day
Winter History Tour
LOCAL
⚠️ Logistics Watch Outs
I-91 Construction Near Exit 27
Saturday mid-day during peak shopping/event hours.
Use the Silas Deane Highway (Route 99) as an alternate route to Hartford to avoid highway merges.
MLK Weekend Hours
Monday closures; some local businesses may close early Sunday.
Check Instagram pages for small boutiques in Old Wethersfield before heading out Sunday evening.
🍿 Movies
Top Box Office
Avatar: Fire and Ash (PG-13): The third installment of James Cameron's saga explores the aggressive 'Ash People' of Pandora.
Five Nights at Freddy's 2 (PG-13): The animatronic terror continues in this highly anticipated sequel to the 2023 hit.
New This Weekend
Weapon (R): A high-octane thriller from the director of Barbarian, making its wide theatrical debut today.
The Mousetrap (PG-13): The long-awaited cinematic adaptation of Agatha Christie's record-breaking stage play.
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| Date | Event | Action |
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| February 7, 2026 | Wethersfield Winterfest | High; requires early ticket purchase for bonfire pit rentals. |