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A moms village · Peabody
Ages 0–5 · See details · indoor
This weekend with kids
This weekend with kids in North Shore: Nov 27–29
23 kid-friendly things to do around North Shore this weekend, thoughtfully curated for families.
Updated Tue, Nov 10 · New Top Tiny Picks drop every Thursday · Suggest a fix
Within 10 miles of 01970. Results stay within North Shore.
Top tiny picks this weekend
Upcoming ideas from TinyVoy’s approved events, while this week’s newsletter picks are being selected.
Friday, Nov 27
- Mornings at the Museum: Make a winter button
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM · Wenham Museum · Wenham
- PEM Friday Art: Noguchi-Inspired Light Sculptures
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM · Peabody Essex Museum — Create Space Studios · Salem
Sunday, Nov 29
- Sea Shanties with the Fo'c'sle Four at PEM
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM · Peabody Essex Museum — Main Atrium · Salem
More this weekend
Friday, Nov 27
Busy Bees
Cape Ann Early Intervention · Beverly
Children learn and play together through arts and crafts, science experiments, outdoor adventures, and collaborative activities in a mixed-age group.
All ages · Free · outdoor
Mornings at the Museum: Make a winter button
Wenham Museum · Wenham
Children and caregivers make a winter button together.
Ages 0–5 · Included with admission · indoor
PEM Friday Art: Noguchi-Inspired Light Sculptures
Peabody Essex Museum — Create Space Studios · Salem
Experiment with shape, pattern and light while making a paper lampshade or lantern inspired by Isamu Noguchi's Akari sculptures.
Ages 5+ · See details · indoor
Santa's Arrival & Holiday Tree Lighting (Salem)
Salem Common / Hawthorne Hotel; procession to Lappin Park · Salem
Gather by Salem Common at 5:45 PM to watch Santa arrive atop the Hawthorne Hotel at 6 PM, with help from the Salem Fire Department.
All ages · Free
Saturday, Nov 28
Yoga For Littles !
Little Explorers Early Childhood Education & Care · Danvers
Miss Selena leads children ages 2–5 through themed yoga, music, movement games, breathing, mindfulness and a creative craft at Little Explorers Early Childhood Education & Care in Danvers.
Ages 1–5 · See details
Mommy and Me Zumba
A moms village · Peabody
Mommy & Me Zumba | Saturdays, 10:15–11 AM Dance, move, and groove with your little one!
Ages 1–12 · See details
Toddler Yoga + Craft Fall Series 2
The GreenHouse Children’s Yoga Studio · Saugus
Children ages 1–3 and their adults take part in gentle yoga with songs, movement games, sensory activities, breathing, and a hands-on craft.
Ages 1–3 · See details · indoor
Family Circle Time
The Salem Public Library · Salem
Head to The Salem Public Library for Family Circle Time.
Free · indoor
Bath Pressings at Lush
Lush Cosmetics at MarketStreet · Lynnfield
Little makers and their grown-ups can press a bath bomb or bubble bar at Lush in MarketStreet.
All ages · See details
PEM Weekend Art: Playground Collages
Peabody Essex Museum — Create Space Studios · Salem
Make a playground collage inspired by artist Isamu Noguchi's flowing shapes and playful designs.
Ages 3+ · See details · indoor
Christmas at The Gables
The House of the Seven Gables · Salem
A special holiday tour of the House of the Seven Gables meant to share festive decorations and seasonal storytelling.
All ages · $35
"The Magic of the Nutcracker" Storytime
The Salem Public Library · Salem
Head to The Salem Public Library for "The Magic of the Nutcracker" Storytime.
Free · indoor
Christmas at The Gables
The House of the Seven Gables · Salem
A special holiday tour of the House of the Seven Gables meant to share festive decorations and seasonal storytelling.
All ages · $35
More Saturday library events (4)
All-Ages Wreath Decorating
Sohier Room · Beverly
Choose one of these separate sessions: 10:00 AM–11:00 AM; 1:00 PM–2:00 PM.
All ages · Free
Winter Arts & Crafts Fair
Tech Lab · Peabody
Browse and buy from local makers in the library Tech Lab.
Ages 0–12 · Free
All-Ages Wreath Decorating
Main Library · Beverly
All-Ages Wreath Decorating is on the calendar at Main Library.
All ages · Free · indoor
Children's Movie Matinee: PETS ON A TRAIN
Hamilton-Wenham Public Library · South Hamilton
Head to Hamilton-Wenham Public Library for Children's Movie Matinee: PETS ON A TRAIN.
Free · indoor
Sunday, Nov 29
Drop-In Crafting & Shopping at Hammer & Stain North Shore
Hammer & Stain North Shore · Beverly
Make something colorful together during Drop-In Crafting & Shopping at Hammer & Stain North Shore.
Ages 3–12 · See details
Sea Shanties with the Fo'c'sle Four at PEM
Peabody Essex Museum — Main Atrium · Salem
Hear rollicking sea shanties and historic ballads from Salem and Gloucester with the Fo'c'sle Four in PEM's Main Atrium.
All ages · See details · indoor
PEM Weekend Art: Playground Collages
Peabody Essex Museum — Create Space Studios · Salem
Make a playground collage inspired by artist Isamu Noguchi's flowing shapes and playful designs.
Ages 3+ · See details · indoor
Christmas at The Gables
The House of the Seven Gables · Salem
A special holiday tour of the House of the Seven Gables meant to share festive decorations and seasonal storytelling.
All ages · $35
Christmas at The Gables
The House of the Seven Gables · Salem
A special holiday tour of the House of the Seven Gables meant to share festive decorations and seasonal storytelling.
All ages · $35
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What are free things to do with kids in North Shore this weekend?
Free options in this list include Busy Bees; Santa's Arrival & Holiday Tree Lighting (Salem); All-Ages Wreath Decorating; Family Circle Time, plus 3 more. Check each event for registration requirements and any optional paid extras.
What can we do with kids in North Shore if it rains?
For a rainy day, our indoor Top Tiny Picks include Mornings at the Museum: Make a winter button, PEM Friday Art: Noguchi-Inspired Light Sculptures and Sea Shanties with the Fo'c'sle Four at PEM, plus 8 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 Indoor Music; Busy Bees; Santa's Arrival & Holiday Tree Lighting (Salem); All-Ages Wreath Decorating. Check the individual age guidance and whether a caregiver needs a ticket.
How often is this page updated?
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.