Books
Boston Public Library
Organized by Boston Public Library
Back Bay · 2.7 mi
Ages: All ages
Beautiful building with an impressive kids’ section; younger ones can hunt for fossils in the staircases. (Bridges & Balloons)
Kid-friendly things to do in Allston-Brighton
334 finds within 3 mi of 02134—events, play, eats and stays, picked for tiny voyagers.
Everything coming up near you
Ice Cream
J.P. Licks - Newbury Street
Organized by J.P. Licks - Newbury Street
Back Bay · 2.7 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
Back Bay's J.P. Licks keeps stroller crews fueled with homemade scoops and famous frozen yogurt right on Newbury Street — an easy treat…
Ice Cream
Ben & Jerry's - Newbury Street
Organized by Ben & Jerry's - Newbury Street
Back Bay · 2.7 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
The Vermont classic's Back Bay scoop shop — Cherry Garcia, Tonight Dough, and every wacky flavor kids know from the freezer aisle…
Free · Park
Corbett-McKenna Park
Organized by Corbett-McKenna Park
Somerville · 2.7 mi
A small neighborhood pocket park offering simple, push-button water misters.
Hotel
Fairmont Copley Plaza
Copley Square · 2.8 mi
Ages: 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
An iconic hotel that quietly excels at family fun. Meet the Canine Ambassador, enjoy in-hotel scavenger hunts, and kids under 5 eat free.
American
OAK Long Bar & Kitchen
Organized by OAK Long Bar & Kitchen
Back Bay · 2.8 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
Inside the historic Fairmont Copley Plaza, this elegant spot treats tiny diners like VIPs. Breakfast brings funfetti pancakes and…
Park
Larz Anderson Park Playground
Organized by Larz Anderson Park Playground
Brookline · 2.8 mi
Ages: 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Perched on the edge of Larz Anderson Park, this playground features unique play structures in a beautiful tree-lined setting with bathrooms…
Books
Hummingbird Books
Organized by Hummingbird Books
Chestnut Hill · 2.9 mi
Ages: All ages
A warm, welcoming bookshop at The Street Chestnut Hill with a wonderful children's section and regular Sunday storytimes. Hummingbird is a…
Seafood
Legal Sea Foods
Organized by Legal Sea Foods
Chestnut Hill · 2.9 mi
Classic New England seafood restaurant known for fresh, high-quality dishes.
Free · Park
Albion Playground
Organized by Albion Playground
Somerville · 2.9 mi
A unique neighborhood park featuring a climbing structure and a stylized water spray zone.
Pizza
American Flatbread at Sacco's Bowl Haven
Organized by American Flatbread at Sacco's Bowl Haven
Davis Square · 2.9 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
This Davis Square gem pairs American Flatbread's wood-fired, organic-ingredient pizzas with candlepin bowling under one roof — the ultimate…
Free · Park
Reverend Thomas J. Williams Park
Organized by Reverend Thomas J. Williams Park
Cambridge · 2.9 mi
A quiet residential park with basic, ground-level water spraying elements.
Brewery
Lamplighter Brewing - Cambridge Crossing
Organized by Lamplighter Brewing - Cambridge Crossing
Cambridge Crossing · 2.9 mi
Ages: All ages
Lamplighter's second location at Cambridge Crossing offers the same flavor-driven beers in a bright, modern space with outdoor seating near…
Boutique
Copley House
Back Bay · 2.9 mi
Ages: All ages
A cozy brownstone stay with pack-and-play options and a calm, residential feel—perfect for families wanting a relaxed Back Bay base.
Free · Park
Stony Brook Spray Deck
Organized by Stony Brook Spray Deck
Jamaica Plain · 2.9 mi
Located next to the T station, featuring quick-activating ground sprays and a playground.
Free · Park
Kenney Park
Organized by Kenney Park
Somerville · 2.9 mi
A cozy neighborhood park with a small splash area and classic playground equipment.
Free · Park
Lexington Park
Organized by Lexington Park
Somerville · 2.9 mi
A local favorite corner park with summer water sprays and room to play.
American
Mothership Alewife
Organized by Mothership Alewife
Alewife · 2.9 mi
Space-themed family restaurant with creative American fare and fun galactic decor. Kids love the atmosphere while parents enjoy quality…
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Allston-Brighton with kids
Families in Allston-Brighton have 205 upcoming kid-friendly events within 3 miles right now, including Toddler Time at Rock Spot — Brookline, Kids Open Gym at Action Athletics Boston and Drop-In Art Making: Sculpted Pendants. Add 129 nearby places to play, eat and stay, and there’s always somewhere new to try. Everything below starts with what’s coming up soonest, so planning the week takes a minute, not an evening.