Good morning, Danbury.

Three historic train services in Connecticut will offer festive rides with Santa during the holiday season.

In Danbury, the Railway Museum’s Santa Trains run from Nov 29 through Dec 22 with a short ride and a meet and greet with Santa & Mrs. Claus while trains in Thomaston and Essex offer themed rides with gifts, carols, and treats for families.

Lottery jackpots have reached a combined $1.5 billion ahead of this weekend's drawings, with the Mega Millions estimated at $965 million (cash option $445.3 million) and the Powerball at $546 million (cash option $255 million); the Powerball drawing will take place tonight while the Mega Millions drawing is set for Friday night. No Connecticut Lottery player has ever won the Mega Millions jackpot since the game began in 2010.

Former Ansonia High football star Steve Coughlin, known as Stanford Steve, signed a multi-year contract extension with ESPN and will provide college football and sports betting analysis on SportsCenter and College Gameday — he earned national recognition with his 'Bad Beats' segments after a standout high school career.

Tarrywile Half Marathon

8 AM — Tarrywile Park — Registration required — Challenge yourself at one of the toughest trail half marathons with stunning scenery and elevation.

Festival of Trees 2025

12-5 p.m. — The Summit at Danbury — Entry fee applies — Experience a magical forest of decorated trees and festive holiday goodies at this signature local event.

Los Inquietos del Vallenato – 30th Anniversary Tour

9:00 p.m. — La Canchita Restaurant & Bar — Ticketed event — Celebrate three decades of vallenato music with energetic performances and nostalgia.

1st Loh Concert

7:30 p.m. — Octagon House — Ticket prices vary — Experience festive classical music with Rimsky-Korsakov and Borodin as young talents shine.

Light the Lights – Winter Festival

3-7 p.m. — Danbury CityCenter Green — Free entry — Experience Downtown Danbury's festive atmosphere with a beautiful 40' holiday tree and seasonal celebrations.

The Nutcracker Performance

3-5:30 p.m. — Danbury High School — Tickets available starting November 1 — Experience a stunning holiday tradition with live orchestral music and over 200 talented dancers.