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Marlborough 06447
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Weekend of January 9-11, 2026
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WEEKEND SNAPSHOT
Cold and crisp with highs near 36°F and lows in the low 20s. Expect clear skies on Saturday, shifting to overcast by Sunday evening.
Typical winter road maintenance on Route 2 may cause minor delays; check for black ice on back roads early Saturday morning.
⚡ If You Only Do One Thing
Second Saturdays for Families: Hands-on Hobbies
Saturday, Jan 10, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
"It is the gold standard for indoor family engagement. The Wadsworth Atheneum offers free admission during these hours, featuring museum tours and art-making that keeps kids warm while professionals enjoy world-class galleries."
PRO TIP: Park in the Front Street North Garage and bring your ticket to the museum desk for validation to save on Hartford parking fees.
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📍 Top Spots
Snow Tubing at Powder Ridge
Friday – Sunday, various sessions • 99 Powder Hill Rd, Middlefield, CT
High-speed winter tubing on groomed lanes with a magic carpet lift.
Best For: Active families and thrill-seekers. • Cost: $32 - $45 per session
Interactive Science Exhibits
Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM • Connecticut Science Center, Hartford
165+ hands-on exhibits including the Butterfly Encounter and the new Exploring Space gallery.
Best For: Curious kids and parents looking for a long-duration indoor activity. • Cost: $15 - $25
Global Cuisines at Parkville Market
Friday & Saturday till 10:00 PM • 1400 Park St, Hartford
Connecticut’s first large-scale food hall with over 20 vendors ranging from Brazilian to Vietnamese.
Best For: Groups who can't agree on what to eat; young professionals. • Cost: Varies by vendor
Choose Your Mode
Mode: Family Adventure
Butterfly Encounter
$7 addition to Science Center admission
All Weekend • Hartford
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Tip: Timed entry is required; book your slot when you purchase general admission online.
Mode: Active Professional
SoleTies Live: The Conversation & Crafts Experience
$28
Friday, Jan 9, 6:30 PM • The Russell, Hartford
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Tip: Arrive by 6:15 PM to secure seating near the main stage for the talk session.
Weekend at a Glance
Friday Evening
Parkville Market Social Hour
Social
Saturday Morning
Wadsworth Hands-on Hobbies
Kids
Saturday Afternoon
Powder Ridge Tubing Session
Active
Sunday Morning
Winter Science Exploration
Learning
⚠️ Logistics Watch Outs
Powder Ridge Waiver Delays
Saturday morning at the ticketing windows.
Complete the digital liability waiver on your phone before leaving the house to bypass the kiosk lines.
Downtown Hartford Parking
Saturday mid-day near the Wadsworth Atheneum.
Use the Front Street North Garage for easiest access and museum validation.
🍿 Movies
Top Box Office
Zootopia 2 (PG): The beloved fox and bunny duo return to solve a new case involving a mysterious reptile.
David (PG): A grand animated musical retelling of the biblical story of the young shepherd turned king.
New This Weekend
Greenland 2: Migration (PG-13): Released Jan 9, 2026. Gerard Butler returns as the Garrity family leaves their bunker to find a new home in the frozen wasteland.
Primate (R): Released Jan 9, 2026. A sci-fi horror thriller from Paramount and director Johannes Roberts.
📅 Plan Ahead
| Date |
Event |
Action |
| Jan 17, 2026 |
Candlelight: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons |
High; tickets sell out 1-2 weeks in advance. |
| Jan 24, 2026 |
The Crescent Ball |
Medium; formal attire required. |