596 finds within 3 mi of 02143—events, play, eats and stays, picked for tiny voyagers.
Ice Cream
Organized by Toscanini's - Central Square
Central Square · 1.4 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
The Cambridge legend famously crowned the world's best ice cream — dense, custardy scoops in inventive house-made flavors (burnt caramel is…
American
Organized by Sunnyside Café
Charlestown · 1.4 mi
Sunnyside All Day Brunch Cafe, nestled in Charlestown, MA, offers a delightful dining experience for brunch enthusiasts with an extensive…
American
Organized by Urban Wild
Charlestown · 1.4 mi
A lively, modern hangout that's part restaurant, part fun-zone. Grab comfort food and snacks while kids burn energy bowling, playing…
Ice Cream
Organized by Toscanini's - Kendall Square
Kendall Square · 1.4 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
Tosci's second Cambridge scoop shop brings the same ultra-rich, house-made ice cream to the Kendall side of town — a perfect post-museum or…
Mexican
Organized by Naco Taco
Central Square · 1.5 mi
Creative taqueria with fresh, flavorful tacos and Mexican street food. Casual atmosphere that welcomes families for a quick, delicious meal…
Ice Cream
Organized by J.P. Licks - Davis Square
Davis Square · 1.5 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
Davis Square's cow-print corner shop — homemade ice cream, soft serve, and fro-yo steps from the bike path. A Somerville family ritual on…
Pizza
Organized by Blaze Pizza - Cambridge
East Cambridge · 1.5 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…
Pizza
Organized by American Flatbread at Sacco's Bowl Haven
Davis Square · 1.5 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
Organized by Gerard Bergin Park
Cambridge · 1.5 mi
A local neighborhood park featuring standard, push-button cooling water fountains.
Free · Park
Organized by Dana Park
Cambridge · 1.5 mi
Features a beautiful neighborhood gathering space with a central cooling spray ring.
Mediterranean
Organized by Life Alive Organic Café (Kendall Square)
Kendall Square · 1.5 mi
Vibrant organic café in the heart of Kendall Square serving colorful, plant-based bowls, wraps, and smoothies. The downstairs level has a…
Mediterranean
Organized by Life Alive Organic Café (Davis Square)
Davis Square · 1.6 mi
Life Alive's Davis Square café pairs perfectly with a Somerville family day — bright plant-based bowls, wraps, and smoothies steps from the…
Park
Organized by North Point Park
Cambridge · 1.6 mi
Ages: 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
A beautiful waterfront park featuring multi-colored spray poles and ground channels.
Brewery
Organized by Lamplighter Brewing - Cambridge Crossing
Cambridge Crossing · 1.6 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…
American
Organized by Shy Bird - Kendall Square
Kendall Square · 1.6 mi
Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12
An all-day rotisserie café in Kendall Square — counter service (no waiting game with hungry kids), great coffee, and spit-roasted chicken…
Arts & Crafts
Organized by Craft Loft Cambridge
East Cambridge · 1.6 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…
Free · Park
Organized by Doherty Playground
Charlestown · 1.6 mi
Ages: All ages
A Charlestown hilltop favorite with views over the Mystic River. The recently renovated park has a playground, a tot spray area for hot-day…
Free · Water Play
Organized by BCYF Clougherty Pool
Charlestown · 1.6 mi
A freshly renovated outdoor community pool at BCYF Clougherty in Charlestown — free swim for the whole family with a BCYF membership (free…
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Families in Somerville have 391 upcoming kid-friendly events within 3 miles right now, including Halloween Party + Open Play — Sunday Special Event, Jeff Jam at Boston Public Market and Somerville Monster Dash Youth Races & 5K. Add 205 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.