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Memorial Day Weekend 2023 in Boston: Festivals, Day Trips, and More Things to Do

Submitted by N Ferreira on Wed, 05/24/2023 - 5:45pm

Stars, Stripes, and smiles take to the streets with parades, celebrations, and more things to do in Boston this Memorial Day Weekend! Photo courtesy of the Middleton MA Memorial Day Parade

Looking for the best things to do in Boston this Memorial Day Weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your schedule.

Memorial Day weekend 2023 has finally arrived in Boston! Fire up the grill for a family BBQ, take some time to remember fallen heroes, and be sure to enjoy a long weekend of extra fun around New England. Discover one of Boston's world-class art museums for free. Want to spend time on the water? Hop aboard the Denis Sullivan, a replica of a Great Lakes schooner for a two-hour cruise around Boston Harbor. For a fun day trip, check out Duxbury Day where you'll find all sorts of activities from sailing to bounce houses and a BBQ. Lexington is shutting down Mass Ave so visitors can walk freely on the street exploring shops and enjoying live music. Families can also find free live music at Rideout Park in Concord and at the Blackstone Memorial Day Carnival. And of course, there will be plenty of Memorial Day Parades including those in Lincoln, Quincy, and Belmont to name a few.

Mother’s Day Weekend 2023 in Boston: Brunches and More Things To Do With Kids

Submitted by N Ferreira on Wed, 05/10/2023 - 5:22pm

Make Way for the Duckling Day Parade in Boston! Photo by Michael Dwyer courtesy of Friends of the Public Garden

Looking for the best things to do in Boston this Mother's Day weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your schedule.

Some moms want a quiet breakfast in bed. But many want to be with their nearest and dearest for some Mother's Day weekend fun (in addition to a special breakfast, of course)! This weekend, Make Way for some extremely cute Ducklings—and their mom. The Walk For Peace also comes to Boston. If you're still unsure of what to get Mom, consider letting her pick out a little treat for herself from one of the little shops featured at the Marblehead Spring Celebration. Or grab her a farm-to-bouquet arrangement at Tulip Fest.

We hope you get out and just have some fun this Mother's Day weekend. Our spring fun guide has even more ideas for embracing mother (nature), and our event calendar this weekend (really, the whole month of May), is packed with seasonal, kid-centric activities. Now, get out there and celebrate mom, family, and spring!

19 Best Things To Do in Boston May 2023 with Kids

Submitted by N Ferreira on Sun, 04/30/2023 - 6:35pm

Make way for ducklings and all the best things to do in Boston with kids this May!

Just like your garden, May is blooming with events in Boston—and we did all the digging to round up the best things to do in Boston for you! You may want to prepare to bring the whole family down to Boston Common to salute Beantown's favorite feathered family, the Mallards, on Duckling Day. Or perhaps you're making plans to celebrate mom at a pop-up party with local food and craft vendors. Maybe you and yours are just ready for summer to start and you're going to head north for opening day of one of New England's favorite places to play: Canobie Lake Park. This month is also packed full of outdoor activities including Lilac Tours in Boston, a Tulip Festival in Amesbury and the Spring BloomFest in North Andover.

Here at Mommy Poppins, we really want to make sure you remember to celebrate mom, so although we've already mentioned some of the brunches and special events to honor her, we also thought it might be helpful to direct you to this list of gift ideas that moms actually, really, truly want.

Finally, while spring is in the air, don't forget summer is just around the corner. So, have you booked your summer camps yet? There are lots of categories and options broken down in our guide, but slots are going fast for the 2023 season!

Great Summer Art Camps for Boston Kids

Submitted by N Ferreira on Sun, 04/09/2023 - 12:42pm

Kids can make their own masterpieces this summer at art camps for Boston kids. Photo courtesy of the MFA Kids Studio Art Classes

Summer art camps let Boston kids get creative on their break from school. Kids usually dabble in art class once a week or so throughout the Massachusetts school year. But if you have a child who really loves to create, a summer art camp might ignite a passion and nurture talent. These visual art camps happening in or near Boston encourage kids to experiment with creating a variety of media, from Eric-Carle-inspired paper projects to 3-D sculptures to graphic novels.

Be sure to check out our complete Boston Camp Guide for other art-based programs, including theater camps and more. And subscribe to our newsletter for the latest events nd activities in Boston for families!

Easter Weekend 2023: 16 Things To Do in Boston With Kids

Submitted by N Ferreira on Wed, 04/05/2023 - 11:05am

Can you hear the Easter Bunny hopping toward Boston? It's Easter Weekend 2023! Photo courtesy of Boston City Cruises

Looking for the best things to do in Boston this Easter weekend 2023? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your schedule.

Happy Easter weekend 2023! If you're in the mood for Easter egg hunts you're in luck, because there are plenty. Enjoy an egg hunt on a farm, by the sea, and even a dino-themed egg hunt. Sunday is packed with Easter brunch options all around the city. If you're looking to get outside and enjoy the spring air Stone Zoo is celebrating their Spring Fling, and Saturday the Boston Nature Center is kicking off a month-long Earth Day Celebration.

To find the right activity to fit all your family’s weekends, peruse our event calendar for activities all over town that suit every age. For more great activities, check out our guide to the Best Free and Fun Things To Do in Boston with Kids April 2023. And be sure to discover the Best Spring Hikes in Boston when you want to get out and explore nature.

Best Free and Fun Things To Do in Boston with Kids April 2023

Submitted by N Ferreira on Sun, 03/26/2023 - 10:14am

Photo courtesy of Mart Productions, Pexels

The best free and fun things to do in Boston with kids include activities for Easter, Passover, and Earth Day. There's lots of fun for kids in Boston this April! Get out those calendars and start saving some dates because April is hopping like the Easter Bunny right before the big day! After you've posed with the Bunny and had your fill of brunches and egg hunts, keep the April fun going and be the first to ride the Swan Boats this season, explore the "Roar" at the Roger Williams Zoo, or tour one of the Greater Boston's National Parks for free. Read on to get the scoop on the events we are most excited about in Boston this month.

Best Free and Fun Things To Do in Boston with Kids March 2023

Submitted by N Ferreira on Sun, 02/26/2023 - 11:00am

Say hello to the best fun and free things to do in Boston with kids in March 2023! Saint Patrick's Day Parade photo courtesy of Visit Massachusetts

It's March, which means the city is gearing up for fun Irish things to do in Boston for St. Patrick's Day. As the first city to celebrate the holiday, South Boston kicks the festivities into high gear with the Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade. Patriot Place will also be joining in the party with an Irish Festival. The Celtic Bells are playing at the JFK Library; the Bierman Autism Center in Needham is hosting a sensory-friendly celebration. And, of course, the Irish Cultural Centre has planned a breakfast with music, arts, and dancing for the whole family. After you've gathered as much luck as possible, check out the Disney Immersive Experience. Don't forget to say hello to Paddington as he takes the stage at the Emerson Colonial Theatre.

Find more Boston area fun for March in our Maple Sugaring List, Hot Cocoa Guide, or 30 Best Winter Activities in Boston.

We’re always adding more events to our family activity calendar every day, so don’t forget to check it frequently.

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Presidents Day Weekend 2023: 17 Things To Do in Boston with Kids

Submitted by N Ferreira on Wed, 02/15/2023 - 3:00pm

It's Presidents Day weekend 2023, so make memories with the top things to do in Boston with kids! Lego Maritime Festival photo courtesy of USS Constitution Museum.

Looking for the best things to do in Boston this Presidents Day Weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list for the long weekend.

President's Day weekend 2023 is bringing plenty of fun to the city! Boston welcomes Blue Man Group on this long holiday weekend. The Disney Princesses arrive in Peabody for an enchanted ball. Bird-watching season kicks off with the 18th annual Merrimack River Eagle Festival and the Great Backyard Bird Count. Little Joe, the big gorilla at the Franklin Park Zoo, is inviting friends to celebrate his 30th birthday. And the USS Constitution Museum is once again hosting the LEGO Maritime Festival, inviting kids to build their own creaions out of LEGO and DUPLO blocks.

For more ideas on what to do this weekend in Boston, find great Winter Day Trips To Take with Kids or look through our list of The 30 Best Winter Activities in Boston.