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You know Spring has sprung when the Swan Boats return to Boston in April 2025! Swan Boat photo by Elliott & Dena via Flickr 2.0
Easter Egg Hunts and More Best Things To Do in Boston with Kids April 2025
April is blooming with awesome free and fun events in Boston all month long.
Ziplining is one of many adventurous activities at Camp Birch Hill. Photo courtesy of the camp
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Boston Summer Camp Guide
Find the perfect summer camp in Boston for your kids!
Vermont's Mountain Top Resort is as picturesque as a New England family getaway could be. Photo by Gary Hall
This Activity-Packed Resort in Stunning Vermont is an Ideal Family Getaway
Skiing, sledding, horseback riding, and more.
There's something for everyone, even teens, at Apex in Marlboro! Photo courtesy of Apex
25 Fun Things To Do in Boston with Teens
Explore fun activities around Boston for families with teens!
Find the best snow tubing in Boston and around the region, like Bousquet Mountain Tubing in Pittsfield. Photo by Ogden Gigli for the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism
Best Snow Tubing Near Boston for Families
Find amazing snow tubing within driving distance from Boston!
From outdoor events to indoor fun, explore the free things to do in Boston with kids! Riverfest at Assembly Row photo courtesy of Federal Realty
100 Free Things To Do in Boston with Kids
Find Boston's top free and fun family activities!
Jump into fun with the top kids indoor playgrounds and play spaces in Boston! Photo courtesy of Boston Playground
Best Kids Indoor Playgrounds and Play Spaces in Boston
Find all-weather fun at these indoor play spaces and playgrounds!
Family Travel Guide
The very best kid-friendly vacation destinations for making memories.
Indoors and out and about, there are so many thing to do in Boston with kids before they grow up! Photo courtesy of the Rose Kennedy Greenway website
100 Things To Do in Boston Before Kids Grow Up
Explore all the must-do activities for Boston kids!
Teatime meets playtime in Beverly. Photo courtesy of the Children's Piazza
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Guide to Indoor Play Spaces and Fun for Boston Kids
All the best indoor activities for Boston families.
Don't sweat the weather, because the best indoor water parks in New England are waiting for year-round fun! Photo courtesy of Jay Peak Resort
Best Indoor Water Parks in New England for Easy Family Getaways
In any kind of weather, New England indoor water parks mean family fun!
Big league fun awaits at Boston's top attractions for kids. Photo courtesy of Fenway Park
Top Attractions in Boston: Best Things To See and Do with Kids
Explore our guide to the best things to see and do with kids in Boston. These 30 attractions are...
Photo courtesy of Fire+Ice
15 Boston-Area Restaurants Where Kids Can Play While You Eat (and Relax)
These kid-friendly restaurants let parents relax while children play.
New England Family Travel Guide
The best towns, museums, and more family-friendly attractions in New England.
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Find Trusted Babysitters and Nannies Now on Mommy Poppins–Powered by Care.com
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Peek inside a rainforest at Providence's Roger Williams Park Zoo.
Boston Zoos: There's More Than Just the Franklin Park Zoo!
The Franklin Park Zoo is only one of Boston's amazing animal attractions.
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Guide to Boston Classes and Activities for Kids
Find fun classes for kids of all ages and interests!
Explore a new area on a weekend trip with the kids from Boston
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Day Trips and Weekend Getaways from Boston Guide
Weekend getaways and easy day trips with kids in New England.
Free, fun activities can be as simple as blowing bubbles on a sunny day
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Free Things To Do in Boston with Kids Guide
Find the best FREE kids activities in Boston.
Hiking is just one of many things to do in the White Mountains region of New Hampshire, but it sure delivers great views!
25 Things to Do in the White Mountains of New Hampshire with Kids
Mountain hikes, lakes, skiing, and more adventures await in New Hampshire.
10 One-Mile-or-Less Hikes to Take with Your Preschooler Around Boston
With short routes, easy footing, and lots of interesting features—flowers! play areas! volcanic...
Step into family fun in the Merrimack Valley. Photo courtesy of the Salisbury Beach Partnership.
25 Things To Do in the Merrimack Valley with Kids
See what the Merrimack Valley has to offer families.
These boredom-busting activities turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.
75 Indoor Activities for Kids on a Rainy Day
Turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.
Take flight at Story Land in New Hampshire, one of the top New England theme parks for kids and families! Photo courtesy of the park.
Best New England Theme Parks for Kids and Families
Explore local amusement parks that offer fun (and a few thrills) for all ages!
The Robert Gould Shaw and the 54th Massachusetts Regiment Memorial. Photo courtesy of the National Parks Service
Black-Owned Restaurants, Shops, and Landmarks to Discover in Boston
Support the best kid-friendly, Black-owned spots in Boston.
Who you lookin' at?! The Tropical Forest at Franklin Park Zoo. Photo by Don Crasco/Franklin Park Zoo
Franklin Park Zoo: Top Tips for a Great Visit with Kids
The best things to do at Franklin Park Zoo.
Try a little freeze dancing, robot style! Photo courtesy of Pavel Danilyuk via Pexels
30 Exercise Games and Indoor Activities to Get Kids Moving
These easy indoor exercise ideas get everyone moving, laughing, and tired out.
Playing in fall foliage is one of the most beautiful and fun things to do with kids in Boston in the autumn
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Boston Fall Day Trips Guide: Orchards, Farms, Festivals, and Family Getaways 2024
Find the best things to do near Boston with kids this fall.
Science experiments and STEM activities for kids entrance children with their
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Guide to Science Experiments for Kids and Fun STEM Activities
Easy experiments and activities to have fun and learn something new.
New England sleepaway camps get kids out into nature. Photo courtesy of Night Eagle Wilderness Adventure Camp
New England Sleepaway Camps Where Kids Completely Unplug
Get kids unplugged and outdoors at these top New England sleepaway camps.
No messy, dripping fingers when you eat watermelon on a stick.
15 Amazing Mom Hacks That Make Everything Easier
These genius #MomHacks make mothering a little easier.
Photo by Liz Baill
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Games & Activities Guide for Kids
Thousands of games and activities to keep kids minds and bodies active!
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Guide to Online and Virtual Family Fun
Find fun online classes, entertainment, and activities.
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Homeschool & Online Learning Resources for Families
We'll help you navigate a complex school year with these tools and resources.
A water park, beach activities, and more await at Coconut Bay's all-inclusive resort in St. Lucia.
Best All-Inclusive Resorts in the US, Caribbean, and Mexico for Kids
These all-inclusive resorts offer everything you need for the perfect family vacation.
Easter Egg Hunt, Kids Con, and More Things to Do in Boston This Weekend with Kids
From Paw Patrol to the Hungry Caterpillar, kid faves are around this weekend!

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Sea Monsters: Wonders of Nature and Imagination
Harvard Museum of Natural History - 9:00 AM
Harry Potter: The Exhibition
CambridgeSide - 9:00 AM
Toddler Time on Wednesdays - Big Bouncy Party
Big Bouncy Party - 10:00 AM
Family Storytime - Brookline Village
Brookline Village Library - 10:30 AM
Spring Garden Buds (Ages 3-5)
New England Botanic Garden - 10:30 AM
Sea Monsters: Wonders of Nature and Imagination
Harvard Museum of Natural History - 9:00 AM
Harry Potter: The Exhibition
CambridgeSide - 9:00 AM
Big Fish Little Fish at Seacoast Science Center
Seacoast Science Center - 10:00 AM
Grúpa Súgartha - 'Children's Play Group' at the Irish Cultural Centre
Irish Cultural Centre - 10:00 AM
Playspace - Coolidge Corner
Coolidge Corner Branch Library - 10:15 AM
Sea Monsters: Wonders of Nature and Imagination
Harvard Museum of Natural History - 9:00 AM
Harry Potter: The Exhibition
CambridgeSide - 9:00 AM
Musical Tot Shabbat & Challah Bake
Beth Menachem Chabad - 10:30 AM
Nature Play Urbana (Ages 2-4)
Egleston Square Branch Library - 10:30 AM
The Escape Game Dedham
The Escape Room Dedham - various times
Pancakes & Play with the Easter Bunny
- 9:30 AM
Sea Monsters: Wonders of Nature and Imagination
Harvard Museum of Natural History - 9:00 AM
Harry Potter: The Exhibition
CambridgeSide - 9:00 AM
Sanctuary Kids Collective
Sanctuary Cultural Arts Center - 10:00 AM
Family Music Series with Mr. Vic
Sanctuary Cultural Arts Center - 10:00 AM
Kids Con New England
Sheraton - 10:00 AM Pick
Kids Con New England
DoubleTree Hotel - 10:00 AM Pick
Marina Bay Spring Market
Marina Bay Boston - 12:00 PM Pick
Sea Monsters: Wonders of Nature and Imagination
Harvard Museum of Natural History - 9:00 AM
Harry Potter: The Exhibition
CambridgeSide - 9:00 AM
Sea Monsters: Wonders of Nature and Imagination
Harvard Museum of Natural History - 9:00 AM
Harry Potter: The Exhibition
CambridgeSide - 9:00 AM
Future Readers Story Time - Grove Hall
Grove Hall Branch Boston Public Library - 10:30 AM
Slime Time - Coolidge Corner
Coolidge Corner Branch Library - 3:00 PM
The Escape Game Dedham
The Escape Room Dedham - various times
Ben & Jerry's Free Cone Day
Ben & Jerry's Scoop Shop - Participating Locations - - 12:00 PM Pick
Sea Monsters: Wonders of Nature and Imagination
Harvard Museum of Natural History - 9:00 AM
Harry Potter: The Exhibition
CambridgeSide - 9:00 AM
Family Storytime - Coolidge Corner
Coolidge Corner Branch Library - 10:30 AM
Building for Babies and Toddlers - Brookline Village
Brookline Village Library - 10:30 AM

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