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Marlborough 06447
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Weekend of February 6-8, 2026
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WEEKEND SNAPSHOT
Frigid arctic blast; highs near 10°F on Saturday with sub-zero wind chills. Friday sees flurries with a high of 28°F.
Extreme cold alert active for Hartford County; town DPW suggests checking exterior pipes for insulation.
⚡ If You Only Do One Thing
Valentine's Heart Cake Workshop
Saturday, Feb 7, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
"It is a fully indoor, heated activity at Lyman Orchards (20 mins from Marlborough) that keeps kids engaged during the weekend's coldest hours."
PRO TIP: Bring your own apron to the Apple Barrel building to save your winter layers from inevitable frosting mishaps.
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Coventry Winter Farmers' Market
Sunday, Feb 8, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM • Coventry High School (Indoor)
A massive indoor gathering of 70+ vendors featuring local meats, winter greens, and artisan gifts.
Best For: Young families and foodies • Cost: Free entry
Sicilian Oven Grand Opening
Fri-Sun Dinner • 2878 Main St, Glastonbury
The highly anticipated new Italian eatery from the owners of Middletown's 'Sicily', opening in the former Bertucci's space.
Best For: Active professionals and date nights • Cost: $$ - $$$
Historic Hearth Dining
Friday Evening • Marlborough Tavern
Traditional New England comfort food in a building that has stood since 1740.
Best For: History buffs and cozy vibes • Cost: $$
Choose Your Mode
Mode: Indoor Family Play
Lyman Orchards Valentine's Party
$10-$15
Saturday, All Day • Middlefield
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Tip: The event happens in the Apple Barrel Farm Market; use the north entrance to avoid the checkout lines.
Mode: Active Professional Night Out
Dancing With The Stars: Live!
Varies
Saturday, 8:00 PM • Mohegan Sun Arena
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Tip: Park in the Winter Garage for the shortest indoor walk to the arena entrance.
Weekend at a Glance
Friday Night
Pizza & Cocktails at Sicilian Oven
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Saturday Morning
Lyman Orchards Cake Workshop
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Sunday Morning
Coventry Winter Market
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⚠️ Logistics Watch Outs
Flash Freezing & Icy Patches
Friday night after the 4:00 PM sunset on Route 66 and Route 2.
Marlborough's elevation often leads to black ice; reduce speed and ensure your washer fluid is rated for -20°F.
Car Battery Failure
Saturday morning during the -5°F wind chill dip.
If your battery is over 3 years old, pre-heat your engine for 10 minutes to ensure a successful start for errands.
🍿 Movies
Top Box Office
Dog Man (PG): The long-awaited Dreamworks adaptation of the graphic novel sensation by Dav Pilkey.
Mickey 17 (PG-13): Bong Joon-ho’s sci-fi epic about an expendable employee on a frozen world.
Solo Mio (PG): Kevin James stars as a man taking his planned Italian honeymoon solo after a wedding disaster.
New This Weekend
Dracula (2026) (R): Luc Besson’s gothic reimagining of the classic vampire story starring Caleb Landry Jones.
The Strangers: Chapter 3 (R): The final chapter in the trilogy showdown between Maya and the masked pursuers.
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| Date |
Event |
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| Feb 13, 2026 |
Wuthering Heights Premiere |
Book tickets early for the Margot Robbie/Jacob Elordi adaptation. |