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Organized by Boston Centers for Youth & Families
Fri, Oct 30 · 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Charlestown · 1.9 mi
Ages: 1–3, 3–5
Make space for an afternoon of play at BCYF Charlestown. Children ages 1–5 can explore age-appropriate activities, spend time with other…
$ · Active Play
Organized by Rock Spot Climbing
Sat, Oct 31 · 8:00 AM – 8:50 AM
South Boston · 2.8 mi
Ages: 1–3
Toddlers can explore climbing-related activities during a 50-minute session at Rock Spot Climbing South Boston, with sections of the gym…
$ · Arts & Crafts
Organized by Essem Art Studio
Sat, Oct 31 · 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM
Charlestown · 1.6 mi
Ages: 1–3, 3–5
Little artists ages 1.5–4 explore new art materials and processes with age-appropriate choices that build confidence and self-expression…
Free · Arts & Crafts
Organized by Boston Public Market
Sat, Oct 31 · 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
North End · 1.7 mi
Ages: All ages
Make time for a hands-on seasonal craft in The Nook while visiting Boston Public Market. This free, self-guided activity welcomes all ages…
Free · Special Event
Organized by Boston Public Market Association
Sat, Oct 31 · 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Downtown Boston · 1.7 mi
Ages: All ages
Celebrate Halloween at Boston Public Market, then follow the Pumpkin Stroll along the Rose Kennedy Greenway. The market's free Family…
Free · Active Play
Organized by Boston Fire Museum
Sat, Oct 31 · 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Seaport · 1.8 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
Bring your tiny voyagers inside a historic firehouse to explore antique fire engines, firefighting artifacts, and interactive fire-alarm…
Free · Arts & Crafts
Organized by Minni
Sat, Oct 31 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Beacon Hill · 2.4 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
Come celebrate Halloween at Minni with Halloween-themed crafts for all ages! Costumes are encouraged, so come ready for a little spooky…
Free · Arts & Crafts
Organized by Boston Public Market
Sat, Oct 31 · 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM
North End · 1.7 mi
Ages: 3–5, 5–12, 13+
Add a colorful stop to your family's market visit with free face painting by FaceArt. The organizer recommends this activity for children…
$ · Arts & Crafts
Organized by ICA Boston
Sat, Oct 31 · 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Seaport · 1.5 mi
Ages: All ages
Visit the ICA's Bank of America Art Lab for Perfect Memory, an installation by Boston artist crystal bi inspired by water, memory…
Free · Active Play
Organized by Asian Community Development Corporation
Sat, Oct 31 · 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Chinatown · 2.2 mi
Ages: 3–5, 5–12
SaturPLAY brings kids and families to Auntie Kay & Uncle Frank Chin Park for an afternoon of creative, youth-led activities that spark…
Free · Special Event
Organized by ICA Boston
Sun, Nov 1 · 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Seaport · 1.5 mi
Ages: 3–5, 5–12, 13+
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…
Free · Arts & Crafts
Organized by ICA Boston
Sun, Nov 1 · 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Seaport · 1.5 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
Enjoy a free family day filled with art-making, gallery activities, performances, and workshops that help kids connect with contemporary…
Free · Special Event
Organized by SoWa Boston
Sun, Nov 1 · 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
South End · 3 mi
Ages: 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
One of Boston's largest open-air markets, SoWa transforms pedestrian-only Thayer Street into a Sunday gathering with regional farmers…
Free · Cards & Games
Organized by Henry Bear's Park
Sun, Nov 1 · 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Charlestown · 2.5 mi
Ages: 5–12, 13+
Henry Bear’s Park brings out new board games for a relaxed monthly group game night. Try unfamiliar games, meet other players, or bring a…
$ · Active Play
Organized by Boston Centers for Youth & Families
Mon, Nov 2 · 9:15 AM – 11:30 AM
North End · 1.4 mi
Ages: 1–3
Make time for a toddler morning in the North End. BCYF Nazzaro Community Center's fall schedule includes Toddler Time in its…
$ · Active Play
Organized by Allo Boston
Mon, Nov 2 · 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Charlestown · 1.3 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
Enjoy a morning of indoor play at Allo Playground in the Charlestown Navy Yard, with access to the climbing gym and Allo Playroom. The…
$ · Active Play
Organized by Little Groove Music & Art
Mon, Nov 2 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Charlestown · 1.9 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5
Children ages 6 months to 4 years can explore toys, building materials, a basketball hoop, imaginative-play areas, and plenty of room to…
$ · Active Play
Organized by Little Lovage Club
Mon, Nov 2 · 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
South End · 2.8 mi
Ages: 1–3, 3–5
Children ages 1–4 move, stretch, hop, stomp, and dance with Miss Gaby using songs, instruments, props, parachute play, and bubbles…
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