Spring in Mystic, CT

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Happy Spring! I’m thrilled that the warmer weather will be here (we already had some ‘teaser’ days!) and we can enjoy the outdoors more. I’m also excited for all of the flowers to bloom across Mystic. I love that Mystic is an ideal town to visit year-round. Here are some suggestions for things to do this spring:


DAFFODILS @ DENISON HOMESTEAD MUSEUM

The unofficial kick-off to spring in Mystic starts with 10,000 beautiful daffodils blooming at Denison Homestead Museum! It usually starts in late March/early April. The field is directly in front of the house, which is visible from the road. It is open to the public from dawn-dusk. Stop by, enjoy them and take photos! Also a head’s up - the field can be muddy so be sure to wear rain boots! Don’t miss the Daffodil Festival usually held in the first week of April where you can tour the historical house, there are craft activities for kids and enjoy food/drinks. Extend your visit to the daffodil field with a hike on 10+ miles of trails at Denison Nature Center located across the street.

LENTEN FISH FRY

Every Friday during Lent, there are several locations that fry up delicious fish and chips! Open to anyone of any faith to enjoy. Stop by:

  • Portuguese Holy Ghost Society in Stonington Borough from 11am-7:30pm

  • Mystic Fire Department at Hoxie House from 5-8pm

  • J&R Seafood Market from 11am-7pm

  • St. Edmund’s Retreat at Enders Island starts at 6pm

ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE

One of the best days in Mystic! The parade is one of the region’s largest held on the Sunday after St. Patrick’s Day. The parade route starts at the south parking lot of Mystic Seaport, goes to Broadway, Main Street (Downtown Mystic) and ending at Mystic Art Museum. It usually draws 30K visitors to enjoy the festive event so be sure to arrive early to find a parking spot! Read more about St. Patrick’s Day in Mystic on a previous blog here.

TAKE THE MYSTIC PIZZA TOUR

You know that movie with Julia Roberts? It really was inspired by Mystic Pizza right here in Mystic, CT! The pizza restaurant may not be the actual filming location but there are many nearby in Mystic, Stonington, Pawcatuck, Noank and Westerly, RI. Take a spring day road trip to check out the locations! The addresses of the locations can be found on this blog: Mystic Pizza Tour.

VISIT MUSEUMS/AQUARIUM

Mystic has plenty of things to do and see, which includes museums and aquarium!

  • Mystic Museum of Art - a small museum with beautiful curated art works. Opened year around with free admission (unless there is a special exhibition) but donations are appreciated. Don’t miss out on the waterfront views from the back of the museum.

  • Mystic Aquarium - the aquarium is one of the largest in the United States. It’s easy enough to spend an entire day there. I always look so forward to the sea lions show as well visit the penguins and the whales.

  • Mystic Seaport Museum - this 19th century seafaring village is one of my favorite spots in Mystic. There’s always something to photograph and I also enjoy walking around the grounds with my pup! I suggest waiting until April 1st when the full museum is opened (only half is opened right now).

SHOP AT OLDE MISTICK VILLAGE

Opened year-round, this colonial 18th century village has over 50+ unique shops! The village consists of a luxury movie theater, restaurants, unique shops and more. There is something for absolutely everyone. Don’t forget to bring your fur kiddos as it is dog-friendly too!

ABBOTT’S OPENING FOR THE SEASON

Mark your calendar for the opening day of Abbott’s Lobster in the Rough in Noank, CT in the first week of May! Read more about Abbott’s on a previous blog here.

DOWNTOWN MYSTIC

Enjoy a stroll around downtown where there are plenty of local shops and restaurants to support. Mystic River Park is also a wonderful spot to relax, sit in one of the many benches and watch all the activity around the park.

Mystic holds a lot of charm and I love how it is an ideal spot to visit year-round. I hope you find this spring guide helpful and enjoy your visit. Pop over to my Instagram @knotsoloud and see more of Mystic on my feed. I would love to hear about your visit to Mystic!