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Friday, December 26th, 2025
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Christmas, Dec. 25, local nonprofit Hands on Hartford hosted a holiday lunch for hundreds who had no place to go, with volunteers ensuring everyone enjoyed a warm meal. WFSB-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Families facing a harsh post-Christmas cold snap have bundled up to catch new holiday movie releases at the AMC in Plainville today — even as wind chills drop below zero, moviegoers found warmth and excitement in the theater experience. WFSB-TV
- ➤ At Scot's House on Christmas morning, team members shared their childhood memories and described how their holiday traditions have changed over the years. The event featured a special Santa breakfast and gave community members a taste of local holiday spirit. WFSB-TV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Two Powerball tickets in Connecticut won $100,000 each (in the Dec. 24 drawing) while another ticket earned $50,000, according to the lottery's official report. Connecticut Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Ned Lamont activated Connecticut’s severe cold weather protocol; warming shelters remain open from Thursday night until Sunday at 10 a.m. to offer warm spaces and free transportation via 2-1-1. FOX61
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Unrivaled (a popular three on three basketball league) will launch its second season on Jan. 5 at 1 p.m. with six UConn alums, including Paige Bueckers making her debut, while new teams join amid ongoing WNBA labor talks. Fans can expect competitive play and fresh team additions. Connecticut Post
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The Return of Max B
9 PM – 12 AM — 321 Sports and Bar — Ticket information available — Enjoy a night of live music featuring Max B in Hartford.
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Mass Movement Wrestling: New England Debut
3:30-5:30 p.m. — The Lincoln Room — Free entry — Experience thrilling wrestling matches featuring top talent from the region.
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Magic of Lights
11:59 PM - 1:29 AM — Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field — Ticket price varies — Experience the enchanting display of lights to ring in the New Year.
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Nike New England Winterfest Volleyball
Competitive Matches — Jan 10 - 26 — Connecticut Convention Center — Entry Fee Required — Experience the thrill of youth and adult volleyball in an exciting tournament atmosphere.
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Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto
7:00-8:30 p.m. — PeoplesBank Arena — Cost info not provided — Experience the magic of Arendelle and Casita with thrilling performances and beloved songs.
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The Cottage
7:30-9 p.m. — Hartford Stage — $ — A fast-paced farce where love, betrayal, and telegrams collide in a quaint English countryside home.
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The Cottage
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hartford Stage — Unforgettable performance awaits in this captivating theatrical event.
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The Cottage at Hartford Stage
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hartford Stage — Tickets starting at $207 — Experience a captivating performance with The Cottage in downtown Hartford.
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Ghosts of Jupiter with John Ferrara
8-11:30 p.m. — Arch Street Tavern — Ticket details not listed — Experience psychedelic rock with Ghosts of Jupiter and innovative bass compositions by John Ferrara.
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Urgent - A Tribute to Foreigner
8-11 p.m. — New Park Brewing — $0.55+ service fee — Experience electrifying hits from Foreigner brought to life by the premier tribute band Urgent.
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