Things to Do Manchester

Lotus Yoga has been making yoga accessible for the community for the past decade. The Manchester studio's main focus is Kripalu Yoga, which combines breathing, stretching, and various postures to release tension and stress. They also offer flow yoga, which is a little more intensive and will have you working up a sweat. With a… Read more »

This winter, hit the slopes at Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort, one of the largest mountains in Connecticut. During the spring, summer, and fall, the mountain serves as the perfect backdrop for mountain biking. But when ski season takes over on November 1, the mountain transforms into a winter sports haven. Season lift tickets… Read more »

The Manchester Road Race will return for its 80th year on Thanksgiving Day. With over 7,000 runners already registered, it's always an event for the books, with participants and supporters gathering together for a day of friendly competition and celebration. The course is just under 5 miles and starts and ends on Main Street with… Read more »

Is there anything better than fall in New England? For some of the best views of the changing leaves and the perfect place to enjoy the cool fall air, pencil in a visit to the Shenipsit State Forest. The forest is one of the largest in the state, measuring in at over 7,000 acres. The… Read more »

The Mark Twain House & Museum is a local landmark we’ve all been to a time or two, but have you been there for an event yet? While the museum is entertaining in itself, the events calendar is extensive and has a little bit of something for everyone. Their 2016 Family Series offers monthly events… Read more »

Do you have an aspiring rockstar in your family? Or are you looking to learn a new hobby? Since 1995, Summit Studios has been the place to go for budding musicians. The studio offers everything from voice lessons to guitar, bass, banjo, and about everything in between. Enrollment is year-round, so you can register at… Read more »

Who doesn’t love tasting great food for a local cause? The Manchester Chamber of Commerce is proud to present the 4th Annual Manchester’s Annual Chef’s Challenge on September 25, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Cheney Hall on Manchester Road. The event brings together chefs from a handful of local restaurants who battle it… Read more »

Since 1953, the Lutz Children’s Museum in Manchester has provided a safe and nurturing environment for little ones to learn while also having fun. Designed for kids between the ages of 2 and 10, interactive exhibits invite young learners to experience everything from art to science. Current exhibits include a Main Street 1953 exhibit for… Read more »

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