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7 Family-Friendly Summer Activities In East Hampton-Portland

Get ready to explore exciting attractions and events right here in our community!

These family-friendly summer activities in East Hampton-Portland are sure to be crowd-pleasers for everyone.
These family-friendly summer activities in East Hampton-Portland are sure to be crowd-pleasers for everyone. (Shutterstock)

Great news, East Hampton-Portland — summer is just around the corner! If you're in search of family-friendly fun, we've put together a list of seven fantastic activities in and around town that are sure to be a hit with everyone. Don't forget to check with the venue ahead of time to confirm hours, ticket availability or any special requirements before you go!


1. Nature’s Art Village

📅 When: Open daily | 10 AM - 6 PM (activity hours vary; see website)
📍 Where: 1650 Hartford-New London Turnpike, Oakdale, CT 06370
🔗 More info: Click here


2. Hurd State Park

📅 When: Open daily | Sunrise to sunset
📍 Where: 74 Hurd Park Rd, East Hampton, CT 06424
🔗 More info: Click here


3. Portland Recreational Complex

📅 When: Open daily | Sunrise to sunset
📍 Where: 301 Gospel Ln, Portland, CT 06480
🔗 More info: Click here


4. Supercharged

📅 When: Open daily | Mondays - Thursdays 3 PM - 9 PM, Fridays 3 PM - 11 PM, Saturdays 10 AM - 11 PM, Sundays 10 AM - 8 PM
📍 Where: 1 Sachatello Industrial Dr, Oakdale, CT 06370
🔗 More info: Click here


5. Kickback n' Bowl

📅 When: Open bowl available Friday-Sunday; weekday availability varies| Fridays: 9:15 PM - 11 PM, Saturdays 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM, Sundays 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
📍 Where: 9 Bear Swamp Rd, East Hampton, CT 06424
🔗 More info: Click here


6. Eli Whitney Museum and Workshop

📅 When: Saturdays and Sundays | 10 AM - 3 PM (workshops available during the week; see Summer 2025 schedule)
📍 Where: 915 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06517
🔗 More info: Click here


7. Laser Planet Plus

📅 When: Thursday - Sunday | Thursdays and Fridays 4 PM - 8 PM, Saturdays 12 PM - 8 PM, Sundays 12 PM - 6 PM
📍Where: 2457 E Main St Rear Plaza, Waterbury, CT 06705
🔗 More info: Click here


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