Let's face it. Winter in Connecticut can be long. Like War & Peace long. But, even on the bleakest of winter days, there is a myriad of indoor and outdoor winter activities to be had. From winter hikes to indoor rock climbing, go-karting to ice skating, here are some ideas to get you through winter here in Greater New Haven. To make sure that you don't miss any events, programs or promotions, subscribe to our free weekly newsletters and follow us on Facebook and Instagram!
1. Check out the largest indoor ropes course in the world at IT Adventure Indoor Ropes Course.
2. Don’t worry, adventure can happen anywhere – including indoors. Try out an exciting day of rock climbing at one of Connecticut’s rock climbing gyms like City Climb Gym in New Haven.
3. Catch amazing views of eagles at the Shepaug Dam in Southbury.
4. Sweeten your day with some hot chocolate at Book Trader Cafe.
5. Celebrate with a pizza lunch for National Pizza Day which is also on February 9 – take a bite out of some of the best pizza in America.
6. For National Bagels and Lox Day on February 9, visit the boutique “bagelry” at OLMO in New Haven for unique bagel creations.
7. Winter is a magical season. Get some fresh air on a winter walk.
8. Play some board games at Hawkwood Game Cafe.
9. Create a painted piece of pottery to take home at The Clay Date.
10. Lace up your skates and head to one of the local frozen ponds. We love Osbornedale State Park in Derby.
11. Take & Make a project at home with your kiddos from The Painted Plank in Milford.
12. Head to Powder Ridge for some serious mountain-top snow tubing thrills.
13. If you're a seafood fan, visit Captain's Catch on February 25 for National Clam Chowder Day.
14. Bring the whole family to see the PEZ motorcycle, the world's largest PEZ dispenser and more at the PEZ Visitor Center.
15. Got the need for speed? If you’re in the mood for some fast-paced fun, head to OnTrack Karting for some epic go-karting in Wallingford
