Preschooler Activity Guide for Boston Kids

Boston is full of adventures to please any little tike. Find fun local events, activities, and fun things to do as a family for kids ages 5 and under.

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Kids see forest life firsthand at Puddlestompers. Photo courtesy of the program
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There are toys quieter play after kids get their energy out on the play structures at Jam Time.
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Catch butterflies and make friends with nature in Lincoln. Photo courtesy of Drumlin Farm Camp
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There is plenty of room to play on a cold and rainy day in the Children's Room at the BPL Copley Square branch. Photo courtesy of Arrowstreet
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Tinkergarten gives little ones lots of opportunities to explore natural wonders in safe and age-appropriate ways. Photo courtesy of Tinkergarten.
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Double (or triple) up on jumps at Get Air Trampoline Park. Photo courtesy of the venue
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Race you to the bottom! Photo courtesy of Billy Beez
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See more than 800 animals at Southwick's Zoo. Photo courtesy the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism
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With classic rides and kid-friendly fun, Story Land in New Hampshire has been welcoming families for generations. Photo courtesy of Story Land in New Hampshire
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The Little Tikes Spiralin' Seas Waterpark Play Table brings hours of fun on a hot day.
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The Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston is just one of the great free and cheap afterschool programs for Boston Kids! Photo courtesy of Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston
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Find affordable afterschool programs and classes!
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Take a spin through our top things to do with preschoolers in Boston, with big fun for little ones! Photo courtesy of the Rose Kennedy Greenway Carousel
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Kids birthday parties get festive and fun at these parks and playgrounds around Boston! Photo courtesy of Brookline Recreation
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Find afun outdoor space for your next celebration!
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