50 things to do this weekend in Connecticut, Nov. 9-11

Looking for plans for this upcoming weekend? Here are 50 things to do around Connecticut.

By Andrew DaRosa

on November 8, 2018 3:00 PM

The 10th Annual Bridgeport Art Trail will lead guests on an artistically enlightening path through the city of Bridgeport, all weekend long. Find out more.

The 10th Annual Bridgeport Art Trail will lead guests on an artistically enlightening path through the city of Bridgeport, all weekend long. Find out more.
Photo: Christian Abraham / Hearst Connecticut Media
In conjunction with the 10th Annual Bridgeport Art Trail, the American Fabrics Arts Building will open their doors for their 13th Annual Open Studios on Saturday and Sunday. Find out more.

In conjunction with the 10th Annual Bridgeport Art Trail, the American Fabrics Arts Building will open their doors for their 13th Annual Open Studios on Saturday and Sunday. Find out more.
Photo: Christian Abraham / Hearst Connecticut Media
Trevor Noah of "The Daily Show with Trevor Noah" will be hosting an evening of comedy, music, and art at the Klein Memorial Auditorium on Sunday. Find out more.

Trevor Noah of "The Daily Show with Trevor Noah" will be hosting an evening of comedy, music, and art at the Klein Memorial Auditorium on Sunday. Find out more.
Photo: Evan Agostini, Evan Agostini/Invision/AP
Benedict Cumberbatch lends his voice to everybody's favorite holiday grouch. "The Grinch" hits theaters on Friday. Find out more.

Benedict Cumberbatch lends his voice to everybody's favorite holiday grouch. "The Grinch" hits theaters on Friday. Find out more.
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Josh Groban performs at Mohegan Sun Arena with special guest Idina Menzel on Saturday. Find out more.

Josh Groban performs at Mohegan Sun Arena with special guest Idina Menzel on Saturday. Find out more.
Photo: Brian Bowen Smith / Contributed Photo
Starting Saturday, cider connoisseurs can partake in the state's Cider Week, with deals and tastings of cider all throughout the Nutmeg State. Find out more.

Starting Saturday, cider connoisseurs can partake in the state's Cider Week, with deals and tastings of cider all throughout the Nutmeg State. Find out more.
Photo: Lindsay Niegelberg
Week 10 of Connecticut high school football kicks off on Friday. Find out more about this week's schedule.

Week 10 of Connecticut high school football kicks off on Friday. Find out more about this week's schedule.
Photo: Christian Abraham / Hearst Connecticut Media
Grammy-award winning comedian Lewis Black will be bringing his The Joke's on US tour to the Shubert Theatre on Sunday evening. Find out more.

Grammy-award winning comedian Lewis Black will be bringing his The Joke's on US tour to the Shubert Theatre on Sunday evening. Find out more.
Photo: Clay McBride / Contributed Photo
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The Sound Tigers are back in action this weekend as they take on the Providence Bruins on Saturday and the Charlotte Checkers on Sunday. Find out more.

The Sound Tigers are back in action this weekend as they take on the Providence Bruins on Saturday and the Charlotte Checkers on Sunday. Find out more.
Photo: Brian A. Pounds / Hearst Connecticut Media
The Yonder Mountain String Band will be throwing down a good 'ol fashioned bluegrass jam on Sunday at the Fairfield Theatre Company. Find out more.

The Yonder Mountain String Band will be throwing down a good 'ol fashioned bluegrass jam on Sunday at the Fairfield Theatre Company. Find out more.
“The Christmas Elf 2” will be onstage at Bridgeport’s Downtown Cabaret Theatre starting on Saturday, and running through Dec. 23. Read our preview coverage of the performance.

“The Christmas Elf 2” will be onstage at Bridgeport’s Downtown Cabaret Theatre starting on Saturday, and running through Dec. 23. Read our preview coverage of the performance.
Photo: Runefilm / Contributed Photo
Lucinda Williams and Her Band Buick 6 will be making two quick stops in Connecticut this weekend; at the College Street Music Hall on Friday and at the Wall Street Theater on Saturday. Find out more.

Lucinda Williams and Her Band Buick 6 will be making two quick stops in Connecticut this weekend; at the College Street Music Hall on Friday and at the Wall Street Theater on Saturday. Find out more.
Photo: David McClister / Contributed Photo
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“Sesame Street Live! Lets Party!” marches down to the XL Center for two performances on Friday. Find out more.

“Sesame Street Live! Lets Party!” marches down to the XL Center for two performances on Friday. Find out more.
Photo: Feld Entertainment / Contributed Photo
Everyday, this man writes the book. Elvis Costello and The Imposters will bring their Imperial Bedroom and Other Chambers Tour to the Oakdale Theatre on Friday. Find out more.

Everyday, this man writes the book. Elvis Costello and The Imposters will bring their Imperial Bedroom and Other Chambers Tour to the Oakdale Theatre on Friday. Find out more.
Photo: Matt Licari, Associated Press
The Shoreline Art Trail, set for Saturday and Sunday, features a variety of artists at work in their studios, showing paintings, handcrafted jewelry, ceramics and pottery in Branford, Guilford, and Madison. Find out more. less

The Shoreline Art Trail, set for Saturday and Sunday, features a variety of artists at work in their studios, showing paintings, handcrafted jewelry, ceramics and pottery in Branford, Guilford, and Madison. ... more
Photo: Contributed Photo
Veteran "SNL" cast member Chris Kattan will be bringing the hilarity (and a couple friends too!) to the Stress Factory on Friday and Saturday. Find out more.

Veteran "SNL" cast member Chris Kattan will be bringing the hilarity (and a couple friends too!) to the Stress Factory on Friday and Saturday. Find out more.
Photo: (Photo By Robby Klein/Getty Images), Getty Images
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Milford's Veterans Day Parade will take on place on Sunday afternoon, followed by a concert from the Milford Concert Band. Find out more.

Milford's Veterans Day Parade will take on place on Sunday afternoon, followed by a concert from the Milford Concert Band. Find out more.
Photo: Peter Hvizdak / Hearst Connecticut Media
Southport Galleries in Fairfield is hosting the celebrated rock photographer Jay Blakesberg's exhibition, "Chasing Splintered Sunlight," which will run until December 1. Find out more.

Southport Galleries in Fairfield is hosting the celebrated rock photographer Jay Blakesberg's exhibition, "Chasing Splintered Sunlight," which will run until December 1. Find out more.
Photo: Jay Blakesberg / Contributed Photo
Criss Angel will bring his RAW: The Mindfreak Unplugged tour to Foxwoods for an all weekend residency. Find out more.

Criss Angel will bring his RAW: The Mindfreak Unplugged tour to Foxwoods for an all weekend residency. Find out more.
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The 2018 Connecticut International Auto Show skids into Mohegan Sun all weekend long. Find out more.

The 2018 Connecticut International Auto Show skids into Mohegan Sun all weekend long. Find out more.
Photo: CIAS / Contributed Photo
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Dance the night away with the Ballroom Elegance Dance Studio as they host their Fall Ball on Saturday night. Find out more.

Dance the night away with the Ballroom Elegance Dance Studio as they host their Fall Ball on Saturday night. Find out more.
Photo: Laura Morton, Special To The Chronicle
St. Lucia will be bringing their indie pop charm to the hallowed halls of Toad's Place on Sunday. Find out more.

St. Lucia will be bringing their indie pop charm to the hallowed halls of Toad's Place on Sunday. Find out more.
Photo: Scott Strazzante, The Chronicle
The Tony-award winning play, "The Prisoner," makes its Yale Repertory Theatre run until Nov. 17. Find out more.

The Tony-award winning play, "The Prisoner," makes its Yale Repertory Theatre run until Nov. 17. Find out more.
Photo: Lea Suzuki, The Chronicle
UConn Football is back home this weekend with a showdown versus the SMU Mustangs on Saturday afternoon. Find out more about the Huskies' schedule.

UConn Football is back home this weekend with a showdown versus the SMU Mustangs on Saturday afternoon. Find out more about the Huskies' schedule.
Photo: Jessica Hill / Associated Press
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Hacker Lisbeth Salander (Claire Foy) finds herself in a web of deceit while attempting to uncover a long-line of government corruption in "The Girl in the Spider's Web." In theaters Friday. Find out more.

Hacker Lisbeth Salander (Claire Foy) finds herself in a web of deceit while attempting to uncover a long-line of government corruption in "The Girl in the Spider's Web." In theaters Friday. Find out more.
Photo: Reiner Bajo, Associated Press
Singer Gladys Knight will grace the stage of the Ridgefield Playhouse on Friday evening. Find out more.

Singer Gladys Knight will grace the stage of the Ridgefield Playhouse on Friday evening. Find out more.
Photo: Rich Fury, Stringer
Kids are invited to sleepover at the Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum with their "It's Fall, Y'all! A Sleepover at The Museum" on Saturday. Find out more.

Kids are invited to sleepover at the Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum with their "It's Fall, Y'all! A Sleepover at The Museum" on Saturday. Find out more.
Photo: Jason Mandella / Contributed Photo
Get a headstart for the Christmas season with Milford's Holiday Craft Fair, running both Saturday and Sunday. Find out more.

Get a headstart for the Christmas season with Milford's Holiday Craft Fair, running both Saturday and Sunday. Find out more.
Photo: Autumn Driscoll, Hearst Connecticut Media
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"American Idol" winner David Cook will be performing on his Acoustic Tour at the Infinity Hall in Norfolk on Sunday. Find out more.

"American Idol" winner David Cook will be performing on his Acoustic Tour at the Infinity Hall in Norfolk on Sunday. Find out more.
Photo: Bobby Quillard / Contributed Photo
With sunny yet chilly weather in the forecast for this weekend, why not check out the beautiful landscapes and paths that Connecticut has to offer? Check out the top best trails to hike, climb, and snowshoe in Connecticut. less

With sunny yet chilly weather in the forecast for this weekend, why not check out the beautiful landscapes and paths that Connecticut has to offer? Check out the top best trails to hike, climb, and snowshoe in ... more
Photo: Tyler Sizemore / Tyler Sizemore
Breakfast food and penguins? Count us in when the Mystic Aquarium hosts their limited Pancakes with Penguins event on Saturday. Find out more.

Breakfast food and penguins? Count us in when the Mystic Aquarium hosts their limited Pancakes with Penguins event on Saturday. Find out more.
"Downsized: Small-Scale Sculpture by Contemporary Artists" will run at the Bruce Museum until January 27. On display is "A Continuous Thread: Navajo Weaving Traditions," which will run until Nov. 25. The "ReTool: Highlights from the Hechinger Collection" exhibit will run until Dec. 30. Find out more. less

"Downsized: Small-Scale Sculpture by Contemporary Artists" will run at the Bruce Museum until January 27. On display is "A Continuous Thread: Navajo Weaving Traditions," which will run until Nov. 25. The ... more
Photo: Courtesy Of Walter Martin & Paloma Muñoz / Contributed
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The New England Carousel Museum has something for kids and adults alike with their Bizarre Bazaar, holiday art & craft show, on Saturday. Find out more.

The New England Carousel Museum has something for kids and adults alike with their Bizarre Bazaar, holiday art & craft show, on Saturday. Find out more.
Photo: Noah Berger, Special To The Chronicle
There are farmers markets all over the state of Connecticut. If you want the freshest ingredients for your weekend parties, find out where some of this weekend's farmers markets are happening right here.

There are farmers markets all over the state of Connecticut. If you want the freshest ingredients for your weekend parties, find out where some of this weekend's farmers markets are happening right here.
Photo: Christian Abraham / Hearst Connecticut Media
The Doobie Brothers will be bringing their biggest hits to the Mohegan Sun Arena on Sunday night. Find out more.

The Doobie Brothers will be bringing their biggest hits to the Mohegan Sun Arena on Sunday night. Find out more.
Photo: MACFLY CORP / Andrew Macpherson / Contributed Photo
Need some inspiration for tablescapes to impress your guests this holiday season? Head on down to the 8th Annual Set to Celebrate hosted by the Connecticut Valley Garden Club in Hartford on Friday and Saturday. Find out more. less

Need some inspiration for tablescapes to impress your guests this holiday season? Head on down to the 8th Annual Set to Celebrate hosted by the Connecticut Valley Garden Club in Hartford on Friday and Saturday. ... more
Photo: Vitae Weddings
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Disney's "Newsies" moves from the Big Apple to the Warner Theatre but hurry, performances end on Sunday. Find out more.

Disney's "Newsies" moves from the Big Apple to the Warner Theatre but hurry, performances end on Sunday. Find out more.
Photo: Luke Haughwøut & Mandi Martini / Contributed Photo /
Calling all record collectors. The New Haven Record Riot! will take place on Sunday with many dealers in attendance. Find out more.

Calling all record collectors. The New Haven Record Riot! will take place on Sunday with many dealers in attendance. Find out more.
Photo: H John Voorhees III, Hearst Connecticut Media
A group of soldiers make a grotesque discovery in a secret German lab. "Overlord" hits theaters on Friday. Find out more.

A group of soldiers make a grotesque discovery in a secret German lab. "Overlord" hits theaters on Friday. Find out more.
Photo: Peter Mountain
This is your last weekend of the year to go apple picking at Lyman Orchards. The orchard will close on Sunday but will be back in the summer. Find out more.

This is your last weekend of the year to go apple picking at Lyman Orchards. The orchard will close on Sunday but will be back in the summer. Find out more.
Photo: Catherine Avalone / Hearst Connecticut Media
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Better yet, pick up an apple pie from one of the many farms and bakeries around Connecticut. Check out our slideshow on the best places to get apple pie in Connecticut.

Better yet, pick up an apple pie from one of the many farms and bakeries around Connecticut. Check out our slideshow on the best places to get apple pie in Connecticut.
Celebrate our Nation's bravest women and men as the town of Coventry hosts the Connecticut Veterans Day Patriot Race on Saturday. Find out more.

Celebrate our Nation's bravest women and men as the town of Coventry hosts the Connecticut Veterans Day Patriot Race on Saturday. Find out more.
Photo: Contributed Photo
The Connecticut Audubon Society Coastal Center will be hosting their For the Birds Bazaar in preparation for the holiday season on Sunday. Find out more.

The Connecticut Audubon Society Coastal Center will be hosting their For the Birds Bazaar in preparation for the holiday season on Sunday. Find out more.
Photo: Christian Abraham / ST
Sure, you've seen their YouTube videos that have garnered millions of views, but have you seen them live? Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox will have you shaking your feet and snapping your fingers at the Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts on Friday. Find out more. less

Sure, you've seen their YouTube videos that have garnered millions of views, but have you seen them live? Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox will have you shaking your feet and snapping your fingers at the ... more
Photo: Press Photo
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New England artisans will flock to the 11th Annual Craft Festival & Marketplace in West Hartford on Saturday and Sunday. Find out more.

New England artisans will flock to the 11th Annual Craft Festival & Marketplace in West Hartford on Saturday and Sunday. Find out more.
Photo: Judy Benner
"The Artist's View: Traveling the Merritt Parkway" will be displayed at the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum, highlighting the beauty and architecture of Route 15. The exhibition will be on view until January 6. Find out more. less

"The Artist's View: Traveling the Merritt Parkway" will be displayed at the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum, highlighting the beauty and architecture of Route 15. The exhibition will be on view until January ... more
Photo: Cynthia Mullins / Contributed Photo
“Peppa Pig Live” continues its record-breaking run with two shows at Stamford's Palace Theatre on Friday. Find out more.

“Peppa Pig Live” continues its record-breaking run with two shows at Stamford's Palace Theatre on Friday. Find out more.
Photo: Peppa Pig Live / Contributed Photo
Party all night at the St. Anthony's 86th Anniversary Gala featuring a Midnight in Beirut theme, on Saturday. Find out more.

Party all night at the St. Anthony's 86th Anniversary Gala featuring a Midnight in Beirut theme, on Saturday. Find out more.
Photo: Vic Eng / Hearst Connecticut Media Group
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Cooking classes are the best way to grab recipe ideas and learn the fine nuances of the culinary arts. Find out where some of the best cooking classes are in Southwestern Connecticut.

Cooking classes are the best way to grab recipe ideas and learn the fine nuances of the culinary arts. Find out where some of the best cooking classes are in Southwestern Connecticut.
Still not over the Halloween season? Fright Haven in Stratford is giving you one last chance this weekend to experience true haunts before it closes for the season on Saturday. Find out more.

Still not over the Halloween season? Fright Haven in Stratford is giving you one last chance this weekend to experience true haunts before it closes for the season on Saturday. Find out more.
Photo: Christian Abraham / Hearst Connecticut Media
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The 10th Annual Bridgeport Art Trail will lead guests on an artistically enlightening path through the city of Bridgeport, all weekend long. Find out more.

Photo: Christian Abraham / Hearst Connecticut Media

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50 things to do this weekend in Connecticut, Nov. 9-11

By Andrew DaRosa

on November 8, 2018 3:00 PM