December 8th - 23rd
Carl Bozenski's Christmas Village
A Holiday Tradition in Torrington, CT
Carl Bozenski's Christmas Village in Torrington, Connecticut, has been a holiday tradition since 1947. This free holiday attraction enchants visitors young and old. Bring your children to the village and experience this exciting opportunity to meet Mr. and Mrs. Claus, the elves, snowflake and all his friends!
CHRISTMAS VILLAGE OPENING DAY PARADE: The opening day parade takes place on Sunday, December 8th, starting at approximately 12:30 PM. The parade will start at the Armory, continuing on Main Street, up Mason Street to the Village. Come welcome Santa! If you belong to a group that would like to participate in the parade, please contact the Parks & Recreation Department by November 15th.
Location: 258 Main St, Torrington, CT
Hours:
- Daily Hours: Dec. 8 to 23, 1:00 - 8:30 PM
- Christmas Eve Hours: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Volunteers are needed for Christmas Village. If you would be interested in volunteering, please complete an application at Torrington Parks and Recreation Dept. in the Armory at 860-489-2274
There are Christmas light displays and then there is "this" Christmas light display! For over three decades a little house on Main Street has been transformed by it owner into one of the most outrageous Christmas displays in Connecticut.
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Bringing about 20,000 visitors to Torrington each year and requiring 800 kilowatts of energy every night, the glowing "Christmas House" is a cross between an awesome attraction and what some would say is an eyesore. However, most would agree it is impossible not to feel ridiculously, excessively, wonderfully festive at this home.
Greeting visitors at the gate of his home with an offer of hot chocolate... "I do it to bring people into Torrington," explained owner Ron Merriman, the mastermind behind the town's famous light display. He has also started decorating for Thanksgiving, Valentine's Day and Halloween in recent years.
- Address: 258 Main St, Torrington, CT
- Admission: Donations Accepted
- Hours: Inside from 6 pm to 9 pm. Outside: 6 pm to 11 pm
Santa is coming to Town!
Wednesday, December 18th from 6-7pm
Listen to the Night Before Christmas and get a chance to meet Santa! There will be Hot Cocoa! Ages 3 and up! Registration begins December 2nd
Location: The Torrington Library will host the event at the library in the Program room.
Wednesday, December 18th from 6-7pm
Listen to the Night Before Christmas and get a chance to meet Santa! There will be Hot Cocoa! Ages 3 and up! Registration begins December 2nd
Location: The Torrington Library will host the event at the library in the Program room.
The Grinch
Saturday, December 21, 20013
Want to know how the Grinch stole Christmas? Well join us for this fun event and meet the Grinch!
Saturday, December 21, 20013
Want to know how the Grinch stole Christmas? Well join us for this fun event and meet the Grinch!
- Children's Room (map)
- Times:
~ 10:30am – 11:00am
~ 11:30am – 12:00pm - Ages: 4 and up
- Registration begins November 18th
Holiday BINGO!
Mon, December 23, 4pm – 5pm
A classic game with a holiday twist! Join us at the Torrington Library and get a chance to win a prize!
Mon, December 23, 4pm – 5pm
A classic game with a holiday twist! Join us at the Torrington Library and get a chance to win a prize!
- Ages 6-12
- Registration begins December 2nd
- Program Room (map)
New Year Calendar Special
Saturday, December 28, 11am – 12pm
Bring in the New Year with a super cool calendar! Let your imaginations flow with pictures, markers, glue, glitter! The ideas are endless with these calendars!
Saturday, December 28, 11am – 12pm
Bring in the New Year with a super cool calendar! Let your imaginations flow with pictures, markers, glue, glitter! The ideas are endless with these calendars!
- Where: Program Room (map) Description
- Ages 6-12
