Lamont announces contest to attend launch of Connecticut Christmas Movie Trail

CONNECTICUT (WTNH) — Gov. Ned Lamont announced on Thursday a contest to attend the launch of the Connecticut Christmas Movie Trail.

The trail highlights locations across the state where more than 20 holiday movies have been filmed, according to a press release from the Governor’s office. Contest winners will be able to meet holiday movie actors Wes Brown, Erin Cahill and Michael Rady and have the chance to be an extra in a holiday movie.

“We are proud to celebrate Connecticut’s role as a premier destination for Christmas movie magic,” Gov. Lamont said. “Connecticut has long been a place where imagination and opportunity come together, and the launch of the nation’s first Christmas movie trail is yet another example of how our state continues to inspire.

Entries must be submitted by Nov. 6.

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