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Kid-friendly things to do in Back Bay

673 finds within 3 mi of 02115—events, play, eats and stays, picked for tiny voyagers.

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  • Free · Stories & Songs

    Brookline CFCE Community Playgroup — Brookline Village

    Organized by Brookline CFCE / BEEP / Public Library of Brookline

    Tue, Jun 8 · 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM

    Brookline Village · 1.6 mi

    Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5

    A free community playgroup for children ages 0–5 and their grownups, offered by BEEP and the Public Library of Brookline with Coordinated…

  • $ · Arts & Crafts

    Family ART-trek at ICA

    Organized by ICA Boston

    Sun, Jun 13 · 11:00 AM

    Seaport · 2.6 mi

    Ages: 3–5, 5–12

    Join an ICA educator for a playful, family-friendly gallery tour using games, drawing, and other interactive activities to explore artists'…

  • Free · Special Event

    Atlantic Wharf’s Summer Bash

    Organized by Atlantic Wharf

    Sat, Aug 7 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

    Fort Point · 2.2 mi

    Ages: All ages

    Plan a summer morning by the water with free family entertainment, hands-on activities, and games at Atlantic Wharf. The event welcomes all…

  • Mediterranean

    Tatte Bakery & Cafe - Huntington

    Organized by Tatte Bakery & Cafe - Huntington

    Fenway · 0.2 mi

    Ages: All ages

    Near the Museum of Fine Arts and Northeastern, this spacious Tatte is perfect for post-museum family treats. Little ones love the colorful…

  • Museum

    Museum of Fine Arts

    Organized by Museum of Fine Arts

    Fenway · 0.2 mi

    Ages: All ages

    Surprisingly good for families: there's a dedicated kids’ guide and themed trails to engage younger visitors in the galleries. (Bridges &…

  • Burgers

    Tasty Burger - Fenway

    Organized by Tasty Burger - Fenway

    Fenway · 0.4 mi

    Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12

    A retro fast-food burger joint steps from Fenway Park, flipping fresh flat-patty burgers with quick counter service that's easy with kids…

  • Hidden Gem

    Bodega Sneaker Speakeasy

    Organized by Bodega Sneaker Speakeasy

    Back Bay · 0.4 mi

    Ages: All ages

    A hidden "secret door" bodega in the Back Bay that opens into a cool sneaker store—older kids absolutely LOVE the reveal. A Boston hidden…

  • Seafood

    Eventide Fenway

    Organized by Eventide Fenway

    Fenway · 0.4 mi

    Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12

    The fast-casual Fenway outpost of Portland's famous Eventide Oyster Co., serving their legendary brown butter lobster roll counter-style…

  • Ice Cream

    J.P. Licks - Boylston Street

    Organized by J.P. Licks - Boylston Street

    Fenway · 0.4 mi

    Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12

    J.P. Licks near the Fenway — the reliable post-game or post-museum cone, with dozens of homemade flavors, dairy-free options, and soft…

  • Mediterranean

    Tatte Bakery & Cafe - Fenway

    Organized by Tatte Bakery & Cafe - Fenway

    Fenway · 0.4 mi

    Ages: All ages

    Near Fenway Park, this spacious Tatte location is perfect for pre-game family fuel-ups. Little ones can enjoy kid-friendly pastries while…

  • Mediterranean

    Tatte Bakery & Cafe - Symphony

    Organized by Tatte Bakery & Cafe - Symphony

    Symphony · 0.4 mi

    Ages: All ages

    Near Symphony Hall and the Berklee campus, this Tatte location offers families a cultured dining experience with outstanding pastries and…

  • Sports

    Red Sox Game at Fenway Park

    Organized by Red Sox Game at Fenway Park

    Fenway · 0.4 mi

    Ages: All ages

    America's most beloved ballpark offers an unforgettable experience for young sports fans. Catch a game, see the Green Monster up close, and…

  • Park

    Emerald Necklace – The Ramble

    Organized by Emerald Necklace – The Ramble

    Fenway · 0.5 mi

    Ages: All ages

    A maze-like woodland adventure in Boston's Emerald Necklace, perfect for little wanderers who love discovering secret bridges, winding…

  • Ice Cream

    FoMu

    Organized by FoMu

    Fenway · 0.5 mi

    Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12

    Plant-based ice cream so creamy that dairy devotees don't notice — FoMu's coconut-milk base and natural sweeteners make it a hero for…

  • Hotel

    Hotel Commonwealth

    Kenmore Square · 0.5 mi

    Next to Fenway Park, this stylish hotel's "Family Fenway Excursion" offers game tickets, treat baskets, and space for families to spread…

  • Hotel

    Sheraton Boston Hotel

    Back Bay · 0.5 mi

    Home of the whimsical "Goodnight Moon Suite," inspired by the classic bedtime story; includes themed décor, cookies & milk turndown, and…

  • Free · Park

    Splash Fountain at Christian Science Plaza

    Organized by Splash Fountain at Christian Science Plaza

    Back Bay · 0.5 mi

    A large, elegant grid of synchronized open-air pavement fountains popular on hot days.

  • Books

    Trident Booksellers & Café

    Organized by Trident Booksellers & Café

    Back Bay · 0.5 mi

    Ages: All ages

    Newbury Street's iconic bookstore-café combo — browse the kids' section, then settle in for pancakes or smoothies with your little reader…

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Back Bay with kids

Families in Back Bay have 417 upcoming kid-friendly events within 3 miles right now, including Drop-In Art Making: Sculpted Pendants, Jeff Jam at Boston Public Market and Seaport Smalls: Magic Fred Show — Magic Show Fun. Add 256 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.