77 finds within 3 mi of 02126—events, play, eats and stays, picked for tiny voyagers.
$ · STEM Learning
Organized by Modern Party Art
Tue, Dec 22 · 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Dorchester · 2.9 mi
Kids explore science through hands-on creative projects, with dinner included. This date’s published activity is Squishy making. The series…
$ · Arts & Crafts
Organized by Modern Party Art
Mon, Dec 28 · 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Dorchester · 2.9 mi
Kids choose a pre-printed canvas design and paint at their own pace with guidance from the studio’s artists. Each child receives a slice of…
$ · Arts & Crafts
Organized by Modern Party Art
Tue, Dec 29 · 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Dorchester · 2.9 mi
EBT/SNAP cardholders can stop in to paint a canvas or wooden round for $5 per person, for up to four people per EBT card or household…
$ · Arts & Crafts
Organized by Modern Party Art
Tue, Dec 29 · 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Dorchester · 2.9 mi
A gentle, toddler-paced art session with simple, mess-friendly projects for little hands. This date’s published activity is Sensory…
$ · STEM Learning
Organized by Modern Party Art
Tue, Dec 29 · 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Dorchester · 2.9 mi
Kids explore science through hands-on creative projects, with dinner included. This date’s published activity is Resin art. The series…
Free · Water Play
Organized by BCYF Mattahunt (Opens Mid-Summer)
Mattapan · 0.6 mi
Heads up: currently closed for maintenance, reopening mid-summer 2026. An indoor community pool at BCYF Mattahunt in Mattapan — free swim…
Free · Water Play
Organized by BCYF Mildred Avenue
Mattapan · 0.7 mi
An indoor community pool at BCYF Mildred Avenue in Mattapan — free swim for the whole family with a BCYF membership (free for Boston…
Free · Park
Organized by Ryan Wading Pool
Mattapan · 0.8 mi
A large, shallow pool on the Mattapan riverfront perfect for toddlers to splash safely. Check the pool's website for current open hours…
Indoor Play
Organized by Dream Kid Spa
Braintree · 1.6 mi
Ages: All ages
Kid-focused pampering palace offering mani-pedis, glitter tattoos, slime parties, and themed spa birthdays. Little ones feel like royalty…
Mexican
Organized by Yellow Door Taqueria - Lower Mills
Lower Mills · 1.6 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
A colorful Lower Mills taqueria slinging creative tacos on corn tortillas — naturally gluten-free friendly territory — plus playful sides…
Ice Cream
Organized by The Ice Creamsmith
Lower Mills · 1.6 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
A 50-year family-run Lower Mills gem making small batches from fresh, whole ingredients. The short flavor list is the point — endless…
Free · Water Play
Organized by BCYF Flaherty Pool
Roslindale · 1.8 mi
An indoor community pool at BCYF Flaherty in Roslindale — free swim for the whole family with a BCYF membership (free for Boston…
Free · Water Play
Organized by BCYF Perkins
Dorchester · 2 mi
An indoor community pool at BCYF Perkins in Dorchester — free swim for the whole family with a BCYF membership (free for Boston residents)…
Free · Park
Organized by John T. Moynihan Spray Deck
Hyde Park · 2.1 mi
A spacious state-run deck with multiple spray columns and adjacent green fields.
Free · Park
Organized by Olsen Spray Deck
Hyde Park · 2.4 mi
Features multiple colorful spray poles and loops right next to a public swimming pool.
Museum
Organized by Franklin Park Zoo
Roxbury · 2.5 mi
Ages: All ages
Boston's beloved zoo featuring exotic animals, nature play areas, and educational programs. Kids connect with wildlife from around the…
Park
Organized by Franklin Park Zoo Playground
Roxbury · 2.5 mi
Ages: 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Let your little animals run wild at the zoo's 10,000 square foot wildlife-inspired playground! Climb tiger-shaped structures, balance…
Shop
Organized by Merry Go Rounds - Boston
Dorchester · 2.5 mi
Ages: 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Curated kids' consignment. Merry Go Rounds makes shopping for, and reselling, kids' goods more sustainable, affordable, and fun. Free…
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Families in Mattapan have 59 upcoming kid-friendly events within 3 miles right now, including Boston Lights: A Lantern Experience, Kids Public Paint Party (Monday) and Card to Culture Tuesdays. Add 18 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.