Summer sports events make a great activity for the whole family! With a lively atmosphere that’s sure to entice everyone and snacks galore… it’s a win win! Check our list of 8 great sporting events for families in our area this summer!
Hartford Yard Goats
The Hartford Yard Goats are the the Double-A affiliate of the Colorado Rockies and play at Dunkin’ Park in Hartford. Several of the games feature family friendly activities like character appearances, Lego building, kids run the bases… and more! Plus there are family bathrooms with changing tables and what every kid needs at a baseball game… ice cream in a helmet!
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Greenwich Polo Club
Spend a Sunday at the Greenwich Polo Club. For lawn seating, you can bring blankets and low chairs. If you have tickets to sit on the East side of the field including East Lawn Cabana, East Lawn Umbrella, East Lawn General Admission you may bring your own food and drinks. There is also full bar services available, dining options from Polo Bistro by Marcia Selden Catering and a selection of gourmet food trucks.
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New York City Football Club Soccer
The New York City Football Club made its debut in 2015. They won their first title in 2021. While they typically play at Yankee Stadium, they do occasionally play at Citi Field. The plan is to move to a new stadium in 2027. Some games feature a kids night!
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The New York Liberty
Watch the New York Liberty play at Barclays Center. The team was founded in 1997 and is one of the eight original franchises of the WNBA.
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Connecticut Sun
The Connecticut Sun play at Mohegan Sun Arena. They compete in the Eastern Conference of the WNBA and are currently the only major league professional sports team based in Connecticut.
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New York Mets
Watch the Mets play at Citi Field. A Saturday or Sunday afternoon game is always fun for the kids!
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New York Yankees
Head to a Yankee game at Yankee Stadium. The train from Stamford to the stadium makes it an easy ride!
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FIFA Club World Cup
The FIFA Club World Cup is playing at MetLife Stadium in June and July!
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U.S. Open Tennis
The U.S. Open begins on August 19 at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, NY with Fan Week (when The USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center grounds will be free and open to the public!) With a number of activities, food and fun throughout the Open, Arthur Ashe Kids Day is a fun part of Fan Week!
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Pre-Season Football
Watch the Jets and the Giants play in a pre-season game on August 16 & 21 at MetLife Stadium.
Watch the Jets and the Eagles play in a pre-season game on August 22 at MetLife Stadium.
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