Best Kid-Friendly Activities in Boston

Top family-friendly events, parks, and activities for kids in Boston. Storytime, playgrounds, classes, and more.

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Cybersecurity: A Class Series for Staying Safe Online— Protecting your Privacy and Information on the Internet

Starts in 4 hrs · Tue, Apr 7, 6:30 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Central Library in Copley Square Branch

Join BPL’s cybersecurity analyst and instruction librarians for a five-week series that will focus on different cybersecurity topics with the aim of helping patrons stay safe while surfing online and savvy against scams. This class will focus on protecting your privacy and information while using...

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Children's Music Show with Phoebe Neilsen

Tue, Jun 16, 2:30 PM–3:00 PM UTC · South End Branch · Ages Up to 5

Join Phoebe Neilsen, the BPL's new Children's Musician-in-Residence, for a joyful morning of music and movement. Inspired by folk, jazz, and musical theater traditions, Phoebe's sets are energetic, whimsical, and sure to spark your child's creativity. Originally from Tarrytown, NY, Phoebe has been..

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Children's Yoga with Freckle Face Studios

Starts in 5 hrs · Tue, Apr 7, 7:30 PM–8:15 PM UTC · North End Branch · Ages 5+

Join Freckle Face Yoga Studio for a relaxing afternoon of yoga designed just for kids! Fun poses, shapes, and flows. Simple mindfulness tools and playful yoga games. Inclusive for all kids. No prior experience needed. Participants may bring their own mats or towels to use. This program is best...

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Board Games Club

In 6 days · Mon, Apr 13, 5:30 PM–7:30 PM UTC · West End Branch

Join us for our weekly Board Games Club. Bring your friends and play your choice of classic games. Our games include Chess, Clue, Scrabble, Monopoly, and more! Board Games Club meets every Monday from 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM.

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Job Board Navigation (Job Search Fundamentals)

Starts in 4 hrs · Tue, Apr 7, 7:00 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Central Library in Copley Square Branch

In this workshop, you'll discover how to effectively navigate the top job boards and optimize your search using advanced search techniques and automated email alerts to stay on top of the latest job postings. Join us for more of the Job Search Fundamentals workshops, which explain the job search...

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Still Here: A Journey of Public Art in Boston

Happening now · Feb 3 – Apr 26 · Central Library in Copley Square Branch · Ages 10–17

Still Here: A Journey of Public Art in Boston, an art exhibition featuring works created by the 2024-2025 Teen Photography Collective program at the Institute of Contemporary Art / Boston. In collaboration with the Boston Research Center , a digital community history partnership between Boston...

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Art & Architecture Tour

Wed, Apr 8, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Central Library in Copley Square Branch

Join us for a public tour of the Central Library in Copley Square. This guided tour is a one-hour introduction to the history of the Boston Public Library—the first large free municipal library of the United States—and the art and architecture of its historic Central Library. Tours are limited to...

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Crafternoon

In 2 days · Thu, Apr 9, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · North End Branch

Join us on the second Thursday of the month for a special craft time. All materials are provided. For kids 6 to 13. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations....

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Chinese Brush Painting Workshop

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Chinatown Branch

Join us at the Chinatown Branch for a Chinese Brush Painting Workshop with artist Olivia Huang. This workshop will include hands-on sessions where participants will learn brush techniques, color mixing, and composition. Each session will be guided by the instructor who will provide both practical...

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Becoming Boston: Eight Moments in the Geography of a Changing City

Happening now · Mar 31 – Feb 1 · Central Library in Copley Square Branch

Maps trace out the complicated history of places, and we can use them to document geography in much the same way that we can use diaries and letters to document biography. In the eight cases of this exhibition, we follow the changing spatial forms of the place we now call Boston—from before the...

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Vase Painting for Tweens & Teens

In 2 weeks · Fri, Apr 24, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Chinatown Branch · Ages 8–18

Celebrate springtime by decorating a small vase that’s perfect for flowers! Due to limited supplies, registration is required. This event is ONLY for particpants ages 8-18.

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Aquarium New England

Boston, MA

Visitors are invited to enjoy daily presentations in the Marine Mammal Center, at the top of the Giant Ocean Tank, or at the Harbor Seal Exhibit. Watch our penguin aquarists feed the penguins daily and ask questions about our animals and their habitat. This schedule is subject to change. Please...

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Gurari Collections

460B Harrison Avenue Boston, MA 02118

Gurari Collections was established in 1999 by Russ Gerard. Ten years on Beacon Hill, and the last 16 years in the South End of Boston, the gallery continues to offer antique works-on-paper, select contemporary art, unusual objects and artifacts which cohabitate the gallery space.

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Kids Yoga with Storytelling

In 4 weeks · Mon, May 4, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · West End Branch · Ages 6–10

Chavi Bansal, certified yoga and meditation instructor, dancer, ​​and educator born and raised in India will lead children ages 6-10 years old in the Kids Yoga with Storytelling program. It is a playful, movement-based program that blends yoga, imagination, and storytelling to support children’s...

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Abigail Ogilvy Gallery

Boston, MA

Abigail Ogilvy Gallery is a contemporary art gallery located in Los Angeles. We exhibit contemporary art with a heavy emphasis on concept-driven artwork by emerging to mid-career artists located across the country and internationally. Owner Abigail Ogilvy Ryan founded the gallery in Boston in 2015,.

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STEAM Team, Ages 6-12

In 6 days · Mon, Apr 13, 8:00 PM–8:45 PM UTC · Central Library in Copley Square Branch · Ages 6–12

Join us for our weekly science, technology, engineering, arts, and math program! Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, please contact the Children's Room at lkoenig@bpl.org or call (617) 859-2476. Please allow.

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Franklin Cafe

Boston, MA

A South End staple for more than 25 years, The Franklin Café serves a full menu of modern American cuisine until 1:30 a.m. every night, among creative craft cocktails from the city’s best bartenders, world-class wines at an unbeatable value, and local micro brews.

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Drop-In Gaming Time

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 4:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Chinatown Branch

Do you have what it takes to beat your friends or family at board games? Whether you’re looking for competition or just wanting to have fun, you’ll have plenty of games to choose from at our weekly gaming time. Drop by any time between 12:30 pm and 4:30 pm every Friday and start your weekend with...

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Puritan Canoe Club

Boston, MA

Puritan Canoe Club is located at 1819 Columbia Rd in South Boston - Boston, MA - Suffolk County and is a business listed in the categories Foundations, Clubs, Associations, Etcetera, Boat Clubs, Associations, Clubs, & Organizations, Boating Clubs, Membership Organizations, Nec, Civic And Social...

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New England Aquarium

Boston, MA

Visitors are invited to enjoy daily presentations in the Marine Mammal Center, at the top of the Giant Ocean Tank, or at the Harbor Seal Exhibit. Watch our penguin aquarists feed the penguins daily and ask questions about our animals and their habitat. This schedule is subject to change. Please...

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USS Constitution Museum

USS Constitution Museum

USS Constitution Museum is a vibrant museum in Boston, MA offering exhibits, events, and more. Exhibits and attractions include Discover + Learn, Explore the Collection, Join the Crew! - Online Exhibit, Museum + Ship and 233 more. Offers 1920s Save "Old Ironsides" Campaign. Hosts upcoming events. Fr

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Zaz

Boston, MA

Stay tuned for our class schedule and registration details as we prepare to embark on this exciting culinary adventure together. Dates and further information will be coming soon, so keep an eye on our website and social media channels for updates!

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Alpha Gallery Inc

460 Harrison Avenue Boston, MA, 02118

<p><span>Alpha Gallery was founded in 1967 with a mission to represent the best of contemporary art in the Boston area. Over the years, the gallery repertoire has expanded to include artists from other areas of the country, as well as modern master prints and American masters of the 20th...

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Franklin Southie

Boston, MA

A South End staple for more than 25 years, The Franklin Café serves a full menu of modern American cuisine until 1:30 a.m. every night, among creative craft cocktails from the city’s best bartenders, world-class wines at an unbeatable value, and local micro brews.