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Veterans Day Weekend Things To Do in Boston: National Parks, Craft Markets & A Salute to Veterans

Submitted by N Ferreira on Wed, 11/09/2022 - 9:26pm

Get outside and explore nature this Veterans Day Weekend in Boston! Photo by Annie Spratt, courtesy of Unsplash

Get outside and enjoy nature this Veterans Day weekend; explore the National Parks for free, or take a walk in the woods in Medfield, before getting into the holiday spirit and crafting unique circle ornaments in Waltham. Young kids can learn to appreciate the orchestra at the BSYO's family-friendly performance of Peter and the Wolf, and the always popular magician, Mike The Bubble Man, is back at the Coolidge Theater. This is also the last weekend to check out Art Ramble in Concord, where young appreciators of art (including Fido) can explore installations by local artists on a walk through the woods.

Check out our picks for the best November events for kids and free November activities for families, as well as our events calendar and Facebook page. We hope you, your family, and all of our wonderful U.S. veterans enjoy this long weekend!

Free in November: Things To Do with Boston Kids

Submitted by N Ferreira on Fri, 11/04/2022 - 12:40pm

Boston kids have some exciting things to do that are Free in November, like Free Entrance Days in the National Parks on November 11th! Photo by Annie Spratt, courtesy of Unsplash

Some of the best family activities in Boston are free in November. That's great news for parents looking to stretch the buget in preparation for the holidays. Fall fun is winding down, but winter fun is gearing up. America's Hometown Thanksgiving Celebration come to Plymouth. Our National Parks offer free admission. And the holiday season launches with a free tree lighting festival at Patriot Place. Here are our picks for fall fests, parades, and community fun that won't cost a thing.

For more great family fun this fall, check out Foliage Experiences in New England. Explore lots of great getaway ideas in out guide to 15 Fall Day Trips from Boston. And keep up with all the best things to do in Boston—including free family activities—by following our Event Calendar.

10 Holiday Craft Fairs and Christmas Markets Around Boston

Submitted by N Ferreira on Mon, 10/31/2022 - 2:00pm

At the 10-day SoWa Winter Festival, discover a shopping village with 100 vendors, live ice sculpting, and food trucks. Photo courtesy of SoWa Boston, Facebook

This time of year, holiday markets are springing up all around the greater Boston area, from church fairs and school bazaars to high-end artist markets and craft fairs. We’ve highlighted fun finds that feature the handiwork of artisans and makers from both near and far. Many Boston holiday craft fairs and Christmas markets have extra attractions, like food and live entertainment. Santa will also be visiting some craft and gift fairs, like the Westport Magical Holiday Craft Fair Event, where kids can get their faces painted and take pictures with Santa. During the Sleigh Bells Concert and Fair weekend in Quincy, you can catch holiday songs featuring the South Shore Children's Chorus and South Shore Piano School while shopping for handknits and handmade goods. So, skip the lines at the mall, avoid delivery delays, and find some perfect holiday gifts while supporting Boston artists and crafters.

Are you already in the holiday and Christmas spirit? Check out our top Holiday and Christmas Activities, find spectacular Christmas train rides, and explore our Holiday and Christmas Activities Guide.

Best of November: Top Things To Do in Boston with Kids

Submitted by N Ferreira on Sun, 10/30/2022 - 10:30pm

Among the best things to do in Boston with kids—enjoy Free Entrance Days in the National Parks this November! Photo courtesy of Mass Audubon

The best of November is here, and the top things to do in Boston with kids span two seasons! This month, fall beauty transitions into the excitement for approaching holidays and winter days. Thankfully, there are tons of terrific things to do in Boston with kids. Families can line up for the 2022 Boston Veterans Parade to honor those who have served. Kids can experience America's Hometown Thanksgiving Celebration in Plymouth or chow down at the New England Harvest Feast.

The cool, crisp weather is an ideal time to enjoy free admission to National Parks or get outside for a Green Friday hike the day after Thanksgiving. Visits with Santa are also starting this month, with The Polar Express in Woonsocket, RI and The Train to Christmas Town on Cape Cod. Another event high on our list is the long-awaited 'Twas the Night Before Christmas performance from Cirque du Soleil.

Find more top things to do with our list of best fall activities and our Day Trip and Weekend Getaways Guide, and get a jump on tickets for some amazing Polar Express and Christmas Trains.

We’re adding more events to our family activity calendar every day, so make sure to check it frequently.

Halloween Weekend in Boston: Trick-or-Treat and More Things To Do with Kids

Submitted by N Ferreira on Wed, 10/26/2022 - 11:30pm

Put a multicultural spin on spooky fun this Halloween Weekend in Boston at the Day of the Dead Family Fiesta! Photo by Tony Rinaldo, courtesy of the Peabody Museum

Looking for the best things to do this 2022 Halloween Weekend in Boston? Here are the top family-friendly events and activities to add to your list for this weekend, like trick-or-treat and more Halloween fun!

Our list is creeping and crawling with spooky things to do in Boston this Halloween weekend. These Halloween activities have just the right amount of chills and thrills! Making the most of those amazing costumes, kids can take a walk on the wild side at Zoo Howl hosted by Franklin Park Zoo. Or, go trick-or-treating at over 50 stores and restaurants at the returning 28th Annual PruBoo. Other Halloween highlights include the family-friendly Ghosts and Graves of Lexington, the Day of the Dead Family Fiesta in Cambridge and a Sensory-Friendly Boo in the Barnyard featuring farm animals, special sensory kits and visual story guides. And the Comedy PET theater provides a comedic break from the ghouls and goblins!

If you are looking for more, don't miss our guides to Trunk-or-Treat Near Boston and where to find the best neighborhoods to trick-or-treat in Boston. For fall-themed fun, see our list of 30 fall activities in Boston.

Top Free October Events in Boston: Free Halloween Events and More!

Submitted by N Ferreira on Sat, 10/08/2022 - 8:12pm

The Best free activities in Boston this October will make you dance in the streets! Honk! photo by Captive Moment

Looking for the top free October events in Boston? Halloween brings plenty of family activitiess to Boston and New England. Parents can save their money for candy because (woo-hoo!) a lot of October's best events also happen to be free. Here are our picks for seasonal fun that won't break the bank.

For more October activities, see our Halloween Fun Guide for Boston Kids. It has everything from Pumpkin Festivals and Jack-O'-Lantern Displays to 30 Best Kids' Halloween Movies. And check out our Events Calendar for all the best family activities (and fun free events) in Boston every month.

Indigenous Peoples Day Weekend 2022, Things To Do in Boston: StoryWalk, Cambridge Science Festival, and HONK!

Submitted by N Ferreira on Wed, 10/05/2022 - 8:22pm

Indigenous Peoples Day Weekend in Boston sees National Fossil Day come to Cambridge on Saturday, October 8. Photo courtesy of the Harvard Museum of Natural History

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

It's Indigenous Peoples Day Weekend in Boston! There are fun family activities for everyone in and around the city. (You'll find the holiday is still called Columbus Day in some communities.) Celebrate indigenous culture with a visit to the Reflection Room or a StoryWalk at the Discovery Museums. Your STEM-loving kids will enjoy the Cambridge Science Festival or Harvard's dinosaur exhibit on National Fossil Day, also in Cambridge. Young artists will flock to Concord's Art Ramble, while little musicians can explore Songs of Japan, a free class in Somerville.

And don't miss your chance to win! Mommy Poppins is sponsoring a pretty amazing giveaway: The grand-prize winner will get a 2 night all-inclusive trip for 2 adults and 2 children (including airfare from the continental US, food, & beverages) to Velas Vallarta family resort in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Enter to win our Family Fun Resort Getaway.

Best of October: Top Things To Do in Boston with Kids

Submitted by N Ferreira on Fri, 09/30/2022 - 2:55pm

Go wild with your costumes this Halloween in Boston at Zoo Howl at the Franklin Park Zoo. Photo courtesy of the Zoo, Facebook

Fall is in full swing and the best of October brings outdoor festivities and autumn fun! Sample some of the best 'chowdah' around, or whirl and twirl on the rides at America's oldest county fair. And, of course, here come the Halloween celebrations! Walk in famous gardens lit up by 1,500 jack o' lanterns, or trick-or-treat among the animals at the Franklin Park Zoo or Stone Zoo.

Along with all these special events, fall in New England brings tons of seasonal fun so make sure to check our full Fall Fun Guide. If you're looking for learning activities and enrichment, check out our Classes and Activities Guide for Boston kids for the best classes in the area.