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This weekend with kids in Boston: Dec 4–6

100+ kid-friendly things to do around Boston this weekend, thoughtfully curated for families.

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Top tiny picks this weekend

Upcoming ideas from TinyVoy’s approved events, while this week’s newsletter picks are being selected.

Friday, Dec 4

  • Holiday Market at Faneuil Hall Marketplace

    11:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Quincy Market, second floor · Downtown

  • Snowport Holiday Market

    11:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Snowport Holiday Market · Boston

  • Frozen Fire Festival at The Anchor

    3:00 PM – 11:00 PM · The Anchor Boston · Charlestown

More this weekend

Friday, Dec 4

Toddler Time at Nazzaro Center

Friday, Dec 4 · 9:15 AM – 11:30 AM

BCYF Nazzaro Community Center – Community/Senior Room · North End

Toddler Time meets in the Community/Senior Room on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:15 to 11:30 AM.

Ages 1–3 · See details · indoor

Play Group

Friday, Dec 4 · 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Boston Public Library — Shaw-Roxbury · Shaw-Roxbury

Children take part in Play Group at Boston Public Library — Shaw-Roxbury.

Ages 1–3 · Free · indoor

Holiday Market at Faneuil Hall Marketplace

Friday, Dec 4 · 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Quincy Market, second floor · Downtown

Browse local vendors and small holiday gifts indoors on Quincy Market’s second floor, with food options elsewhere in the marketplace.

All ages · See details · indoor

Little Groove Music and Movement (O'Connell)

Friday, Dec 4 · 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM

Cambridge Public Library — O'Connell Branch · O'Connell Branch

Children take part in music and movement activities in Little Groove Music and Movement (O'Connell).

Ages 0–5 · Free · indoor

Snowport Holiday Market

Friday, Dec 4 · 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Snowport Holiday Market · Boston

Children can make crafts, decorate ornaments and explore sensory bins in the market’s drop-in Creativity Corner while families browse local makers and food stalls.

All ages · Free

Friday Singalong with Jeff Jam

Friday, Dec 4 · 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Play Union · Somerville

A weekly drop-in singalong led by Jeff Jam.

All ages · See details · indoor

Public Skating at Steriti Memorial Rink

Friday, Dec 4 · 12:00 PM – 3:50 PM

DCR Steriti Memorial Rink · North End

Spend some time on the ice during public skating at Steriti Memorial Rink in North End.

All ages · See details

Public Skating at Emmons Horrigan O’Neil Memorial Rink

Friday, Dec 4 · 12:00 PM – 2:20 PM

DCR Emmons Horrigan O’Neil Memorial Rink · Charlestown

Spend some time on the ice during public skating at Emmons Horrigan O’Neil Memorial Rink in Charlestown.

All ages · See details

Public Skating at Murphy Memorial Rink — Large Rink

Friday, Dec 4 · 12:00 PM – 1:50 PM

DCR Murphy Memorial Rink — Large Rink · South Boston

Spend some time on the ice during public skating at Murphy Memorial Rink — Large Rink in South Boston.

All ages · See details

Public Skating at Murphy Memorial Rink — Small Rink

Friday, Dec 4 · 12:00 PM – 5:50 PM

DCR Murphy Memorial Rink — Small Rink · South Boston

Spend some time on the ice during public skating at Murphy Memorial Rink — Small Rink in South Boston.

All ages · See details

Public Skating at Devine Memorial Rink

Friday, Dec 4 · 12:00 PM – 2:20 PM

DCR Devine Memorial Rink · Dorchester

Spend some time on the ice during public skating at Devine Memorial Rink in Dorchester.

All ages · See details

Public Skating at Reilly Memorial Rink

Friday, Dec 4 · 12:00 PM – 1:50 PM

DCR Reilly Memorial Rink · Brighton

Spend some time on the ice during public skating at Reilly Memorial Rink in Brighton.

All ages · See details

Public Skating at Bajko Memorial Rink

Friday, Dec 4 · 12:00 PM – 2:20 PM

DCR Bajko Memorial Rink · Hyde Park

Spend some time on the ice during public skating at Bajko Memorial Rink in Hyde Park.

All ages · See details

Charlestown Toddler Time

Friday, Dec 4 · 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM

BCYF Charlestown Community Center — Community Room · Charlestown

Children ages 1–5 can explore age-appropriate activities, play with peers, and learn through play in the BCYF Charlestown community room.

Ages 1–5 · Free · indoor

Frozen Fire Festival at The Anchor

Friday, Dec 4 · 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM

The Anchor Boston · Charlestown

Watch fire and cirque performers on the Charlestown waterfront, browse the holiday market, and stop for cocoa or s’mores at The Anchor’s Frozen Fire Festival.

All ages · Free · outdoor

Friday Storytime at The Mill Cafe

Friday, Dec 4 · 3:30 PM – 4:15 PM

The Mill Cafe · Arlington

Children join Ms.

All ages · Free

SoWa Christmas Market

Friday, Dec 4 · 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM

SoWa Power Station · South End

SoWa Power Station hosts an indoor winter market with more than 100 regional makers, artists, designers, and specialty food vendors for families to browse.

All ages · See details · indoor

Pokémon Night

Friday, Dec 4 · 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Henry Bear's Park – Arlington · Arlington

Bring Pokémon cards to meet and trade with other collectors.

Ages 5–12 · Free

Jeff Jam Sing-Along at Henry Bear's Park

Friday, Dec 4 · 5:00 PM

Henry Bear's Park – Cambridge · Cambridge

Sing and dance along with local music-time hero Jeff Jam.

Ages 0–5 · Free

Winter Wonderland Yoga Party — Early Pickup

Friday, Dec 4 · 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

Mini Movers Studio · Charlestown

This drop-off kids’ night out combines winter-themed yoga, movement games and a mindfulness craft, with pizza dinner included.

Ages 3–12 · $40 per child · indoor

Winter Wonderland Yoga Party — Full Length

Friday, Dec 4 · 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Mini Movers Studio · Charlestown

Kids can enjoy a drop-off evening of winter-themed yoga, movement games and creative mindfulness crafts, with pizza dinner included.

Ages 3–12 · $60 per child · indoor

Public Skating at Steriti Memorial Rink

Friday, Dec 4 · 7:00 PM – 9:50 PM

DCR Steriti Memorial Rink · North End

Spend some time on the ice during public skating at Steriti Memorial Rink in North End.

All ages · See details

Finding Nemo

Friday, Dec 4 · 7:30 PM

Wheelock Family Theatre · Fenway

Follow Marlin and Dory across the ocean in a musical adventure about family, friendship and finding the courage to try something new.

Ages 3+ · See details · indoor

Public Skating at Murphy Memorial Rink — Large Rink

Friday, Dec 4 · 8:00 PM – 9:50 PM

DCR Murphy Memorial Rink — Large Rink · South Boston

Spend some time on the ice during public skating at Murphy Memorial Rink — Large Rink in South Boston.

All ages · See details

Friday Night Rock ’n Skate

Friday, Dec 4 · 9:00 PM – 9:50 PM

Warrior Ice Arena · Brighton

Skate under fun lighting while a DJ spins top hits at Warrior Ice Arena.

All ages · See details

More Friday library events (14)

Winter Book Sale

Friday, Dec 4 · 9:30 AM – 4:45 PM

Boston Public Library — Jamaica Plain · Jamaica Plain

Ages 0–12 · Free · indoor

Playspace

Friday, Dec 4 · 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM

Boston Public Library — Faneuil · Faneuil

Ages 0–5 · Free · indoor

The Urban Nutcracker

Friday, Dec 4 · 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Boston Public Library — Connolly · Connolly

Ages 0–12 · Free · indoor

Musical Story Time with Sherry Eskin (Ages 0-5)

Friday, Dec 4 · 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Boston Public Library — South Boston · South Boston

Children will participate in a musical story time led by Sherry Eskin.

Ages 0–5 · Free · indoor

Japanese Storytime – 日本語おはなし会

Friday, Dec 4 · 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Brookline Public Library — Brookline Village · Brookline Village

Children attend Japanese Storytime – 日本語おはなし会 at the Brookline Public Library — Brookline Village.

Ages 0–5 · Free · indoor

Baby & Toddler Story Time

Friday, Dec 4 · 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM

Boston Public Library — Brighton · Brighton

Children attend Baby & Toddler Story Time at Boston Public Library — Brighton.

Ages 0–3 · Free · indoor

Little Beats

Friday, Dec 4 · 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Newton Free Library · Newton

Children take part in Little Beats at Newton Free Library.

Ages 0–5 · Free · indoor

Craft Swap, Part 1

Friday, Dec 4 · 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Brookline Public Library — Brookline Village · Brookline Village

Children take part in Craft Swap, Part 1 at the Brookline Public Library — Brookline Village.

All ages · Free · indoor

Paint with a Dog

Friday, Dec 4 · 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Brookline Public Library — Putterham · Putterham

Paint with a Dog is a family painting activity listed at Brookline Public Library — Putterham.

Ages 5–12 · Free · indoor

Kid Run D&D Club

Friday, Dec 4 · 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM

Boston Public Library — Roslindale · Roslindale

Children join a kid-run D&D club at Boston Public Library — Roslindale where they play and run tabletop sessions.

Ages 5–12 · Free · indoor

Game Time! (All Ages)

Friday, Dec 4 · 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM

Boston Public Library — Lower Mills · Lower Mills

Children play games together during Game Time!

Ages 0–12 · Free · indoor

Roblox Coding with Arrayscape

Friday, Dec 4 · 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Boston Public Library — East Boston · East Boston

Ages 5–12 · Free · indoor

Kids' Zine Collective (O'Neill)

Friday, Dec 4 · 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Cambridge Public Library — O'Neill Branch · O'Neill Branch

Children make zines together at Kids' Zine Collective (O'Neill).

Ages 5–12 · Free · indoor

Read to a Dog at West

Friday, Dec 4 · 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

West Branch · Somerville

Read to a Dog at West is on the calendar at West Branch.

Ages 0–12 · Free

Saturday, Dec 5

Toddler Time at Rock Spot — Boston-Dedham

Saturday, Dec 5 · 8:00 AM – 8:50 AM

Rock Spot Climbing — Boston-Dedham · Hyde Park

Toddlers can explore climbing-related activities during a 50-minute session at Rock Spot Climbing Boston-Dedham, with sections of the gym reserved away from general public use.

Ages 1–3 · See details

Home Depot Kids Workshop: Holiday Train

Saturday, Dec 5 · 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Home Depot · Somerville

Kids make a Holiday Train at a free, hands-on Home Depot workshop in Somerville.

Ages 3–12 · Free

Home Depot Kids Workshop: Holiday Train

Saturday, Dec 5 · 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Home Depot · Everett

Build a Holiday Train at this free, hands-on Home Depot Kids Workshop in Everett.

Ages 3–12 · Free

Home Depot Kids Workshop: Holiday Train

Saturday, Dec 5 · 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Home Depot · Watertown

Children build a small Holiday Train using materials provided by the store.

Ages 3–12 · Free

Home Depot Kids Workshop: Holiday Train

Saturday, Dec 5 · 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Home Depot · Chelsea

Build a Holiday Train at this free, hands-on Home Depot Kids Workshop in Chelsea.

Ages 3–12 · Free

Toddler Time at Rock Spot — Malden

Saturday, Dec 5 · 9:00 AM – 9:50 AM

Rock Spot Climbing — Malden · Malden

Toddlers can explore climbing-related activities during a 50-minute session at Rock Spot Climbing Malden, with sections of the gym reserved away from general public use.

Ages 1–3 · See details

Home Depot Kids Workshop: Holiday Train

Saturday, Dec 5 · 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Home Depot · West Roxbury

Children assemble a holiday train from the kit provided at this free, hands-on Home Depot Kids Workshop.

Ages 3–12 · Free

SoWa Christmas Market

Saturday, Dec 5 · 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

SoWa Power Station · South End

SoWa Power Station hosts an indoor winter market with more than 100 regional makers, artists, designers, and specialty food vendors for families to browse.

All ages · See details · indoor

Holly Jolly Kidmas

Saturday, Dec 5 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

The Connector at Winthrop Center · Financial District

Children can take part in arts and crafts, two Little Groove performances, gingerbread-cookie decorating, complimentary face painting, and photos with Santa.

Ages 1–12 · Free

Drop-In Art Making: Expressive Block Printing

Saturday, Dec 5 · 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Museum of Fine Arts · Fenway

Layer shapes and color using wood and foam stamps to create a print to take home.

All ages · Included with admission · indoor

Magician Peter O’Malley at Boston Public Market

Saturday, Dec 5 · 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM

Boston Public Market — The Nook · North End

Children can watch Peter O’Malley’s magic tricks during a half-hour show in The Nook at Boston Public Market.

All ages · Free

Saturday Open Hours at Boston Fire Museum

Saturday, Dec 5 · 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Boston Fire Museum · Seaport

Bring your tiny voyagers inside a historic firehouse to explore antique fire engines, firefighting artifacts, and interactive fire-alarm demonstrations.

Ages 0–12 · Free · indoor

Snowport Holiday Market

Saturday, Dec 5 · 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Snowport Holiday Market · Boston

Children can make crafts, decorate ornaments and explore sensory bins in the market’s drop-in Creativity Corner while families browse local makers and food stalls.

All ages · Free

Children's Yoga with 2 Mindful Girls (for children 3-5)

Saturday, Dec 5 · 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM

Boston Public Library — Charlestown · Charlestown

Children take part in a yoga session led by 2 Mindful Girls (for children 3-5).

Ages 3–5 · Free · indoor

Public Skating at Murphy Memorial Rink — Small Rink

Saturday, Dec 5 · 10:00 AM – 8:50 PM

DCR Murphy Memorial Rink — Small Rink · South Boston

Spend some time on the ice during public skating at Murphy Memorial Rink — Small Rink in South Boston.

All ages · See details

Kids Club: Holiday Slider Card

Saturday, Dec 5 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Michaels — Gateway Centre · Everett

Make a holiday card with a moving piece using construction paper and craft sticks.

Ages 5+ · Free

Kids Club: Holiday Slider Card

Saturday, Dec 5 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Michaels — Porter Square · Cambridge

Make a holiday card with a moving piece using construction paper and craft sticks.

Ages 5+ · Free

Kids Club: Holiday Slider Card

Saturday, Dec 5 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Michaels — Newton · Newton

Make a holiday card with a moving piece using construction paper and craft sticks.

Ages 5+ · Free

Holiday Pops Sensory-Friendly Concert

Saturday, Dec 5 · 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Symphony Hall · Back Bay

Enjoy holiday music with the Boston Pops in a relaxed setting designed for people of any age with autism or sensory sensitivities and their families.

All ages · See details

Minni Family Workshop - Music Makers

Saturday, Dec 5 · 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Minni · Beacon Hill

Little musicians and their caregivers make sounds using repurposed and recycled materials while a Minni instructor guides projects focused on tunes and tones.

Ages 1–3 · See details

Face Painting by FaceArt at Boston Public Market

Saturday, Dec 5 · 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Boston Public Market · North End

Stop by Boston Public Market for free face painting by FaceArt.

Ages 3–12 · Free

Finding Nemo

Saturday, Dec 5 · 10:30 AM

Wheelock Family Theatre · Fenway

Follow Marlin and Dory across the ocean in a musical adventure about family, friendship and finding the courage to try something new.

Ages 3+ · See details · indoor

The Polar Express — Coolidge Kids’ Shows

Saturday, Dec 5 · 10:30 AM – 12:10 PM

Coolidge Corner Theatre · Brookline

Take a holiday movie trip to the North Pole aboard a mysterious train in this animated Christmas adventure featuring Tom Hanks.

Ages 5+ · See details · indoor

Whoville: Painting at Muse Somerville

Saturday, Dec 5 · 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Muse Paintbar – Assembly Row · Somerville

Make your own Whoville painting at Muse Paintbar in Assembly Row.

Ages 5+ · See details

Public Skating at Warrior Ice Arena

Saturday, Dec 5 · 10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Warrior Ice Arena · Brighton

Enjoy a public ice-skating session for all ages and abilities at Warrior Ice Arena.

All ages · See details

Hanukkah Storytime!

Saturday, Dec 5 · 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Parkside Bookshop · Boston

Kids listen to Hanukkah picture books read aloud by the shop fireplace.

All ages · Free · indoor

Brunch with Santa!

Saturday, Dec 5 · 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

High Street Place Food Hall · Downtown

Bring the family to meet Santa, with digital photos, a cookie to decorate with each ticket, holiday music, balloon twisting and a reading of The Night Before Christmas.

All ages · See details

Holiday Market at Faneuil Hall Marketplace

Saturday, Dec 5 · 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Quincy Market, second floor · Downtown

Browse local vendors and small holiday gifts indoors on Quincy Market’s second floor, with food options elsewhere in the marketplace.

All ages · See details · indoor

Frozen Fire Festival at The Anchor

Saturday, Dec 5 · 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

The Anchor Boston · Charlestown

Watch fire and cirque performers on the Charlestown waterfront, browse the holiday market, and stop for cocoa or s’mores at The Anchor’s Frozen Fire Festival.

All ages · Free · outdoor

Taiwanese Storytime - 台語講古時間

Saturday, Dec 5 · 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Brookline Public Library — Coolidge Corner · Coolidge Corner

All ages · Free · indoor

Santa in the City

Saturday, Dec 5 · 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Hynes Court at Prudential Center · Back Bay

Stop by Santa’s Back Bay-inspired living room in Hynes Court at Prudential Center, across from sweetgreen near the Hynes Convention Center.

All ages · See details

Perfect Memory at ICA Boston

Saturday, Dec 5 · 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Institute of Contemporary Art, Boston · Seaport

Visit the ICA's Bank of America Art Lab for Perfect Memory, an installation by Boston artist crystal bi inspired by water, memory, imagination, and belonging.

All ages · Included with admission

MIT Family Day at The Robo Hub

Saturday, Dec 5 · 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

The Robo Hub · Cambridge

Spend a Saturday afternoon at The Robo Hub, a hands-on robotics and STEM learning space for kids in Cambridge, during this family day hosted with MIT Families.

All ages · Free · indoor

Finding Nemo

Saturday, Dec 5 · 2:00 PM

Wheelock Family Theatre · Fenway

Follow Marlin and Dory across the ocean in a musical adventure about family, friendship and finding the courage to try something new.

Ages 3+ · See details · indoor

Hound’s Holiday Home: Painting at Muse Somerville

Saturday, Dec 5 · 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM

Muse Paintbar – Assembly Row · Somerville

Make your own Hound’s Holiday Home painting at Muse Paintbar in Assembly Row.

Ages 5+ · See details

Public Skating at Reilly Memorial Rink

Saturday, Dec 5 · 2:00 PM – 3:50 PM

DCR Reilly Memorial Rink · Brighton

Spend some time on the ice during public skating at Reilly Memorial Rink in Brighton.

All ages · See details

Saturday Storytime at Moon and Back

Saturday, Dec 5 · 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Moon and Back Bookstore · West Medford

Children hear stories together during a Saturday storytime at Moon and Back Bookstore.

Ages 1–12 · Free · indoor

‘Twas: Holiday Improv for Families

Saturday, Dec 5 · 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Improv Asylum · North End

Parent heads-up: Although advertised for all ages, the ticket page warns that the show may contain adult language and includes loud music and flashing lights.

All ages · See details · indoor

Public Skating at Steriti Memorial Rink

Saturday, Dec 5 · 4:00 PM – 9:50 PM

DCR Steriti Memorial Rink · North End

Spend some time on the ice during public skating at Steriti Memorial Rink in North End.

All ages · See details

Public Skating at Murphy Memorial Rink — Large Rink

Saturday, Dec 5 · 7:00 PM – 8:50 PM

DCR Murphy Memorial Rink — Large Rink · South Boston

Spend some time on the ice during public skating at Murphy Memorial Rink — Large Rink in South Boston.

All ages · See details

Public Skating at Devine Memorial Rink

Saturday, Dec 5 · 7:00 PM – 8:50 PM

DCR Devine Memorial Rink · Dorchester

Spend some time on the ice during public skating at Devine Memorial Rink in Dorchester.

All ages · See details

More Saturday library events (11)

FMPL Winter Book Sale

Saturday, Dec 5 · 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Medford Public Library · Medford

FMPL Winter Book Sale is on the calendar at Medford Public Library.

All ages · Free · indoor

Winter Book Sale

Saturday, Dec 5 · 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Boston Public Library — Jamaica Plain · Jamaica Plain

Ages 0–12 · Free · indoor

Craft Swap, Part 2

Saturday, Dec 5 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Brookline Public Library — Brookline Village · Brookline Village

All ages · Free · indoor

All-Ages Story Time

Saturday, Dec 5 · 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Boston Public Library — Mattapan · Mattapan

Children join an All-Ages Story Time at Boston Public Library — Mattapan.

Ages 0–5 · Free · indoor

Chess Club (All Ages)

Saturday, Dec 5 · 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Boston Public Library — Roslindale · Roslindale

Ages 5–12 · Free · indoor

Family Story Time

Saturday, Dec 5 · 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Medford Public Library · Medford

Medford Public Library welcomes families for “Family Story Time.” Check the event page for activity details, age guidance and any registration requirements.

Ages 3–12 · Free · indoor

St. Lucia's Day Craft Workshop

Saturday, Dec 5 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Scandinavian Cultural Center · Newton

Celebrate St.

All ages · See details

Eik the Read Dog

Saturday, Dec 5 · 10:30 AM – 10:45 AM

Newton Free Library · Newton

Eik the Read Dog is on the calendar at Newton Free Library.

Ages 5+ · Free · indoor

Many Faces Create Our Greatness

Saturday, Dec 5 · 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Boston Public Library — Codman Square · Codman Square

Ages 0–12 · Free · indoor

Chess and Checkers with Charlie

Saturday, Dec 5 · 12:30 PM – 4:45 PM

Boston Public Library — Hyde Park · Hyde Park

Ages 5–12 · Free · indoor

Sensory Storytime

Saturday, Dec 5 · 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM

Brookline Public Library — Brookline Village · Brookline Village

Ages 3–12 · Free · indoor

Sunday, Dec 6

Toddler Time at Rock Spot — Boston-Dedham

Sunday, Dec 6 · 8:00 AM – 8:50 AM

Rock Spot Climbing — Boston-Dedham · Hyde Park

Toddlers can explore climbing-related activities during a 50-minute session at Rock Spot Climbing Boston-Dedham, with sections of the gym reserved away from general public use.

Ages 1–3 · See details

Toddler Time at Rock Spot — Brookline

Sunday, Dec 6 · 9:00 AM – 9:50 AM

Rock Spot Climbing — Brookline · Brookline

Toddlers can explore climbing-related activities during a 50-minute session at Rock Spot Climbing Brookline, with sections of the gym reserved away from general public use.

Ages 1–3 · See details

SoWa Christmas Market

Sunday, Dec 6 · 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

SoWa Power Station · South End

SoWa Power Station hosts an indoor winter market with more than 100 regional makers, artists, designers, and specialty food vendors for families to browse.

All ages · See details · indoor

Boston Family Days at the Gardner Museum

Sunday, Dec 6 · 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum · Fenway

Boston school-aged students can visit the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum with up to two guests through the Boston Family Days program.

Ages 5+ · Free · indoor

Seaport Smalls: Little Beats Band – Winter Dance Party

Sunday, Dec 6 · 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

The Paseo at Harbor Way · Seaport

Children can enjoy music and movement with Little Beats Band during “Winter Dance Party.” This free Seaport Smalls session is for ages 0–8 and takes place indoors at The Paseo, 111 Harbor Way, from 10:00–11:00 AM.

Ages 0–12 · Free · indoor

Boston Family Days at ICA

Sunday, Dec 6 · 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Institute of Contemporary Art, Boston · Seaport

Boston school-aged students from Pre-K through grade 12 can visit the ICA free with a Boston Family Days pass and bring up to two family members or guests.

Ages 3+ · Free

Play Date: Free Family Art Day at ICA

Sunday, Dec 6 · 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Institute of Contemporary Art, Boston · Seaport

Enjoy a free family day filled with art-making, gallery activities, performances, and workshops that help kids connect with contemporary art.

Ages 0–12 · Free

Snowport Holiday Market

Sunday, Dec 6 · 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Snowport Holiday Market · Boston

Children can make crafts, decorate ornaments and explore sensory bins in the market’s drop-in Creativity Corner while families browse local makers and food stalls.

All ages · Free

Public Skating at Murphy Memorial Rink — Small Rink

Sunday, Dec 6 · 10:00 AM – 3:50 PM

DCR Murphy Memorial Rink — Small Rink · South Boston

Spend some time on the ice during public skating at Murphy Memorial Rink — Small Rink in South Boston.

All ages · See details

Holiday Market & Wreath Sale

Sunday, Dec 6 · 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Gardens for Charlestown · Charlestown

Gardens for Charlestown’s Holiday Market & Wreath Sale invites the community to shop seasonal wreaths and holiday goods in the gardens.

All ages · See details

Kids Open Gym at Action Athletics Boston

Sunday, Dec 6 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Action Athletics Boston · Brighton

Kids ages 4 and older can explore Action Athletics Boston's obstacle-training gym during this two-hour Sunday open gym.

Ages 3–12 · See details

The Polar Express — Coolidge Kids’ Shows

Sunday, Dec 6 · 10:30 AM – 12:10 PM

Coolidge Corner Theatre · Brookline

Take a holiday movie trip to the North Pole aboard a mysterious train in this animated Christmas adventure featuring Tom Hanks.

Ages 5+ · See details · indoor

Holiday Pops Kids' Matinees

Sunday, Dec 6 · 11:00 AM

Symphony Hall · Back Bay

Introduce little listeners to the Boston Pops with a shorter holiday concert made for young audiences.

All ages · See details

Holiday Market at Faneuil Hall Marketplace

Sunday, Dec 6 · 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Quincy Market, second floor · Downtown

Browse local vendors and small holiday gifts indoors on Quincy Market’s second floor, with food options elsewhere in the marketplace.

All ages · See details · indoor

Matt Heaton’s Burren Boogie: Family Music

Sunday, Dec 6 · 11:00 AM

The Burren · Davis Square

Bring the kids for a family music morning with Matt Heaton at The Burren in Davis Square.

All ages · See details

Holidays in Bikini Bottom: Painting at Muse Somerville

Sunday, Dec 6 · 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM

Muse Paintbar – Assembly Row · Somerville

Make your own Holidays in Bikini Bottom painting at Muse Paintbar in Assembly Row.

Ages 5+ · See details

Urban Nutcracker

Sunday, Dec 6 · 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Boston Public Library — Central Library in Copley Square · Central Library in Copley Square

Ages 0–12 · Free · indoor

Public Skating at Warrior Ice Arena

Sunday, Dec 6 · 1:00 PM – 1:50 PM

Warrior Ice Arena · Brighton

Enjoy a public ice-skating session for all ages and abilities at Warrior Ice Arena.

All ages · See details

Chanukah Kids Party at Shaloh House

Sunday, Dec 6 · 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Shaloh House · Brighton

Celebrate Chanukah with an afternoon of hands-on holiday fun at Shaloh House in Brighton.

All ages · $5 per child

Finding Nemo

Sunday, Dec 6 · 2:00 PM

Wheelock Family Theatre · Fenway

Follow Marlin and Dory across the ocean in a musical adventure about family, friendship and finding the courage to try something new.

Ages 3+ · See details · indoor

Public Skating at Emmons Horrigan O’Neil Memorial Rink

Sunday, Dec 6 · 2:00 PM – 3:50 PM

DCR Emmons Horrigan O’Neil Memorial Rink · Charlestown

Spend some time on the ice during public skating at Emmons Horrigan O’Neil Memorial Rink in Charlestown.

All ages · See details

Public Skating at Murphy Memorial Rink — Large Rink

Sunday, Dec 6 · 2:00 PM – 3:50 PM

DCR Murphy Memorial Rink — Large Rink · South Boston

Spend some time on the ice during public skating at Murphy Memorial Rink — Large Rink in South Boston.

All ages · See details

Public Skating at Devine Memorial Rink

Sunday, Dec 6 · 2:00 PM – 3:50 PM

DCR Devine Memorial Rink · Dorchester

Spend some time on the ice during public skating at Devine Memorial Rink in Dorchester.

All ages · See details

Public Skating at Reilly Memorial Rink

Sunday, Dec 6 · 2:00 PM – 3:50 PM

DCR Reilly Memorial Rink · Brighton

Spend some time on the ice during public skating at Reilly Memorial Rink in Brighton.

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Public Skating at Bajko Memorial Rink

Sunday, Dec 6 · 2:00 PM – 3:50 PM

DCR Bajko Memorial Rink · Hyde Park

Spend some time on the ice during public skating at Bajko Memorial Rink in Hyde Park.

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Public Skating at Steriti Memorial Rink

Sunday, Dec 6 · 3:00 PM – 6:50 PM

DCR Steriti Memorial Rink · North End

Spend some time on the ice during public skating at Steriti Memorial Rink in North End.

All ages · See details

Santa Stitch: Painting at Muse Somerville

Sunday, Dec 6 · 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Muse Paintbar – Assembly Row · Somerville

Make your own Santa Stitch painting at Muse Paintbar in Assembly Row.

Ages 5+ · See details

Torch Light Music School

Sunday, Dec 6 · 3:00 PM

The Burren · Somerville

Live show from Torch Light Music School students presented at The Burren.

Ages 5+ · See details

Holiday Dance & Movie Night

Sunday, Dec 6 · 4:30 PM

Mini Movers Studio · Boston

An evening event with a dance class, a family-friendly movie, a craft and pizza.

Ages 3–12 · $55 per child · indoor

Holiday Dance & Movie Night

Sunday, Dec 6 · 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM

Mini Movers Studio · Charlestown

Ages 5–12 · $55 per child

Monthly Game Night

Sunday, Dec 6 · 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Henry Bear's Park – Charlestown · Charlestown

Henry Bear’s Park brings out new board games for a relaxed monthly group game night.

Ages 5+ · Free

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What are free things to do with kids in Boston this weekend?

This weekend’s free Top Tiny Picks include Snowport Holiday Market and Frozen Fire Festival at The Anchor, plus 56 more free events. Check each event for registration requirements and any optional paid extras.

What can we do with kids in Boston if it rains?

For a rainy day, our indoor Top Tiny Picks include Holiday Market at Faneuil Hall Marketplace, plus 53 more indoor events. Check the event details before heading out.

What's good for toddlers this weekend?

Options with baby, toddler or all-ages listings include Toddler Time at Nazzaro Center; Winter Book Sale; Playspace; The Urban Nutcracker. Check the individual age guidance and whether a caregiver needs a ticket.

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The weekend dates roll forward each week, and listings refresh automatically as TinyVoy’s event data changes. New newsletter picks arrive every Thursday. Always check the organizer’s page before you go.

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