Arts & Crafts
Craft Loft Cambridge
Organized by Craft Loft Cambridge
East Cambridge · 2.5 mi
Ages: 5–12, 13+
Host a creative birthday at Craft Loft's CambridgeSide studio. Children's parties are designed for ages 6 and up, with choices that include…
Kid-friendly things to do in Downtown
548 finds within 3 mi of 02101—events, play, eats and stays, picked for tiny voyagers.
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Pizza
Blaze Pizza - Cambridge
Organized by Blaze Pizza - Cambridge
East Cambridge · 2.5 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
Build-your-own fast-fire'd pizzas near the CambridgeSide Galleria — kids love picking their own toppings and watching their pie blaze…
Ice Cream
J.P. Licks - South Boston
Organized by J.P. Licks - South Boston
South Boston · 2.6 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
Southie's J.P. Licks on West Broadway — homemade ice cream and frozen yogurt a short walk from Castle Island adventures and M Street…
Mexican
Loco Taqueria & Oyster Bar
Organized by Loco Taqueria & Oyster Bar
South Boston · 2.6 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
A lively Southie taqueria on West Broadway where the corn tortillas keep things naturally gluten-free friendly — GF tacos, churros…
American
Lincoln Tavern & Restaurant
Organized by Lincoln Tavern & Restaurant
South Boston · 2.6 mi
Ages: 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
A beloved South Boston gathering spot where families can grab a booth up front and enjoy wood-fire-grilled American classics. Known for…
Mexican
Yellow Door Taqueria - South End
Organized by Yellow Door Taqueria - South End
South End · 2.6 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
The South End outpost of Yellow Door brings the same creative corn-tortilla tacos and vibrant, art-filled vibe to Harrison Ave. Corn…
Pizza
OTTO Pizza - South End
Organized by OTTO Pizza - South End
South End · 2.6 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
Portland-born OTTO brings its inventive slices — think mashed potato-bacon-scallion — to the South End. Every pie is available on…
Italian
Capo
Organized by Capo
South Boston · 2.6 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
A Southie favorite serving red-sauce Italian classics in warm, 19th-century-inspired rooms with big, comfortable booths. The gluten-free…
Free · Water Play
BCYF Condon
Organized by BCYF Condon
South Boston · 2.6 mi
An indoor community pool at BCYF Condon in South Boston — free swim for the whole family with a BCYF membership (free for Boston…
Brewery
Lamplighter Brewing - Cambridge Crossing
Organized by Lamplighter Brewing - Cambridge Crossing
Cambridge Crossing · 2.6 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…
Park
Charles River Esplanade
Organized by Charles River Esplanade
Back Bay · 2.6 mi
Ages: All ages
Beautiful riverside park perfect for biking, walking, and picnics along the Charles River. Summer concerts, playgrounds, and stunning city…
Park
Esplanade Playspace
Organized by Esplanade Playspace
Back Bay · 2.6 mi
Ages: 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Located near the Hatch Shell and the Arthur Fiedler Footbridge, this playground features state-of-the-art equipment designed to increase…
Free · Park
Sweeney Playground Splash Pad
Organized by Sweeney Playground Splash Pad
South Boston · 2.6 mi
A South Boston neighborhood park offering basic cooling spray nozzles for local kids.
Mediterranean
Tatte Bakery & Cafe - Back Bay
Organized by Tatte Bakery & Cafe - Back Bay
Back Bay · 2.6 mi
Ages: All ages
Families flock to this stunning Back Bay location for flaky croissants, colorful salads, and the famous halva mousse. The bright, airy…
American
Park City South Boston
Organized by Park City South Boston
South Boston · 2.7 mi
A massive 30,000-sq-ft outdoor hangout—swings, lawn games, food stalls, and space for kids to roam.
Mediterranean
Life Alive Organic Café
Organized by Life Alive Organic Café
Back Bay · 2.7 mi
Vibrant organic café serving colorful, plant-based bowls and smoothies. A healthy, kid-friendly spot where the whole family can fuel up…
Pizza
Posto — South End
Organized by Posto — South End
South End · 2.7 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
Posto's South End location serves up wood-fired Italian dishes in a cozy neighborhood setting. All locations welcome families with a…
Brewery
Night Shift Owl's Nest - Esplanade
Organized by Night Shift Owl's Nest - Esplanade
Esplanade · 2.7 mi
Ages: All ages
Night Shift's seasonal open-air beer garden right on the Charles River Esplanade — riverside picnic tables, lawn space, and snacks steps…
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Downtown with kids
Families in Downtown have 366 upcoming kid-friendly events within 3 miles right now, including Face Painting by FaceArt at Boston Public Market, SoWa Open Market and Tall Ship Boo Bash!. Add 182 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.