Get Out: Five Great Things To Do This Weekend

So laundry is piled up to your ears and the refrigerator is beyond empty. And the dog needs a bath and the garbage desperately needs to be taken out. If that to-do list has taken on a life of its own…well, that’s just too bad. Sorry, but we’re not sorry. We’ve got your weekend planned out already! Don’t worry, those chores can wait until Monday.

1. WESTBROOK FIRE DEPARTMENT CARNIVAL

WHERE/WHEN: Carnival opens at 6 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday behind the Fire House on Ted Lane Field.

WHY GO: Rides, carnival food, games and Model T rides!

PRICING: Wristbands will be available for each night! There will be special deals on Saturday and be sure to check the coupon book for wristband discounts!

2. SAILFEST

WHERE/WHEN: Friday through Sunday in downtown New London.

WHY GO: , live entertainment, rides, the “,” Tall ship…?

PRICING: Cost varies by event; some events are free.

3. 

WHERE/WHEN: At the Ivoryton Playhouse in Ivoryton. Friday and Saturday’s shows are at 8 p.m. and Sunday’s is at 2 p.m.

WHY GO: Don’t miss this classic on the local stage! Sorry, but Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick will have to sit this one out.

PRICING: Tickets are $40 for adults, $35 for seniors, $20 for students and $15 for kids.

4. MAHOGANY MEMORIES CLASSIC BOAT SHOW

WHERE/WHEN: Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Connecticut River Museum in Essex.

WHY GO: After checking out these beautiful boats, you’ll be dying for one of your own.

PRICING: Admission is free.

5. 

WHERE/WHEN: At the Mystic Aquarium on Saturday. (Sessions will also be held on July 30, Aug. 13 and Sept. 3.) Programs will be held at 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.

WHY GO: You won’t catch birds like these hanging around your backyard! Don’t miss ‘em when they hit the aquarium’s Sea School Green Stage.

PRICING: Included in museum admission.