Winter Welcome

We invite residents and friends of all ages to join in the free, frosty fun.
Winter Welcome is free and open to everyone!

Winter Activities

Enjoy Frosty Fun Around Betsy Paterson Square, Courtesy Of:

Mansfield Public Library: Puzzle Swap: Bring A Puzzle You Have Completed, Drop It Off, And Take Home A New Challenge!

Mansfield Human Services: Snowman Game

Ct State Museum Of Natural History: Learn About Animals In Winter

Villari’s Martial Arts Of Mansfield: Enjoy Our Seasonal Display And Learn About Our Dojo

Uconn Kids: Activity Tba

Miss Kelly’s Productions/Mansfield Park & Recreation’s Community Nutcracker: Activity Tba

Uconn Woodsmen: Try Your Hand At One Of Our Events & Learn More About Our Sport

Mansfield Academy Of Dance: Activity Tba

Waldron’s Studio 88: Create Wintry Crafts By Upcycling Old Sheet Music

Eastern Highlands Health District (Ehhd): Receive Your Flu Vaccine And A Blood Pressure Reading

Mansfield Downtown Partnership: Vote For Our Favorite Trim-A-Tree Entry & Receive A Gift (While Supplies Last)

And, Be Sure To Pick Up A Sweet Treat From Oh My Ganache, Who Will Have Baked Goods Available For Purchase!

Visit With Santa And Mrs Claus

Listen For The Sound Of Tubas (Yes, Tubas!) And Look For Some Jolly Friends To Arrive Around 4:00 Pm Near Betsy Paterson Square!

Santa And Mrs. Claus Will Visit With Friends Indoors At Barnes & Noble Uconn (1 Royce Circle, Suite 101) From 4:00 Pm To 6:00 Pm!

They Will Arrive On Foot, Escorted By Members Of The Uconn Marching Band Tuba Section!

Stuff-A-Cruiser Toy Drive

Help The Mansfield Resident State Troopers’ Office Stuff Their Cruiser During Winter Welcome!

The Troopers Will Be Stationed Near Betsy Paterson Square To Collect New, Unwrapped Gifts And Toys. Suggested Items Include:

Gift Cards For Local Businesses

Toys For All Ages, Including Teens

Winter Coats And Snow Suits

Stocking Stuffers

All Donated Items Will Be Distributed To Mansfield Families In Need.

Seasonal Treats & Specials

Stop By These Participating Businesses During Winter Welcome For A Seasonal Treat, Special, Or Sale:

Action Packed: Free Gift For Customers (While Supplies Last)

Dog Lane Café (1 Dog Lane): Receive A Free Hot Chocolate With Any Purchase

Nautical Bowls (34 Wilbur Cross Way): Enjoy 20% Off Bowls And Smoothies From 3:00 Pm Until Closing Time

Playa Bowls (1 Dog Lane): Enjoy 20% Off Our Winter Specials From 4:00 Pm Until Closing Time