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Kid-friendly things to do in South Boston

456 finds within 3 mi of 02127—events, play, eats and stays, picked for tiny voyagers.

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  • $ · Arts & Crafts

    Messy Artist

    Organized by Little Lovage Club

    Thu, Nov 12 · 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM

    South End · 1.4 mi

    Ages: 1–3, 3–5

    Children ages 1½–4 create with Miss Emily through mixed-media art and rotating sensory activities. Smocks are provided, but families should…

  • $ · Active Play

    Toddler Yoga with Miss Emily

    Organized by Little Lovage Club

    Thu, Nov 12 · 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM

    South End · 1.4 mi

    Ages: 1–3, 3–5

    Children ages 1½–4 explore movement with Miss Emily through simple yoga poses, music, and imaginative play. The playful class supports…

  • $ · Active Play

    Toddler Time at Nazzaro Center

    Organized by Boston Centers for Youth & Families

    Fri, Nov 13 · 9:15 AM – 11:30 AM

    North End · 2.3 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

    Morning Play Session at Allo Playground

    Organized by Allo Boston

    Fri, Nov 13 · 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

    Charlestown · 2.8 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

    Soccer Shots at Little Lovage

    Organized by Little Lovage Club

    Fri, Nov 13 · 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM

    South End · 1.6 mi

    Ages: 1–3, 3–5

    Soccer Shots combines soccer skills, active play, and character building for children ages 2–4. Age-appropriate games at Peters Park help…

  • Free · Active Play

    Saturday Open Hours at Boston Fire Museum

    Organized by Boston Fire Museum

    Sat, Nov 14 · 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

    Seaport · 1.3 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…

  • $ · Arts & Crafts

    Minni Moving Machines Workshop

    Organized by Minni

    Sat, Nov 14 · 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

    Beacon Hill · 2.4 mi

    Ages: 3–5, 5–12

    Be prepared for a workshop that literally speeds by, as students ages 4–10 join us for a real “crash course” into the realm of Moving…

  • $ · Arts & Crafts

    Perfect Memory at ICA Boston

    Organized by ICA Boston

    Sat, Nov 14 · 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

    Seaport · 1.3 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…

  • $ · Special Event

    Sensory-Friendly Sunday at USS Constitution Museum

    Organized by USS Constitution Museum

    Sun, Nov 15 · 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

    Charlestown Navy Yard · 2.9 mi

    Ages: All ages

    Explore the USS Constitution Museum before it opens to the public during a quieter, less crowded morning for visitors of all ages and their…

  • $ · Cooking & Food

    Kids Dumpling Class at Mei Mei

    Organized by Mei Mei Dumplings

    Sun, Nov 15 · 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

    South Boston · 0.9 mi

    Ages: 5–12

    Little cooks can practice folding and cooking dumplings in this 90-minute kids’ class at Mei Mei Dumpling Factory. With pre-made wrappers…

  • Free · Special Event

    SoWa Open Market

    Organized by SoWa Boston

    Sun, Nov 15 · 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

    South End · 1.7 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…

  • $ · Arts & Crafts

    Perfect Memory at ICA Boston

    Organized by ICA Boston

    Sun, Nov 15 · 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

    Seaport · 1.3 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…

  • $ · Active Play

    Toddler Time at Nazzaro Center

    Organized by Boston Centers for Youth & Families

    Mon, Nov 16 · 9:15 AM – 11:30 AM

    North End · 2.3 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

    Dance and Movement

    Organized by Little Lovage Club

    Mon, Nov 16 · 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM

    South End · 1.4 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…

  • $ · Active Play

    Afternoon Drop-off Movement with Miss Gaby

    Organized by Little Lovage Club

    Mon, Nov 16 · 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM

    South End · 1.4 mi

    Ages: 1–3, 3–5

    Kids ages 2–5 get their afternoon energy out with Miss Gaby through playful group games such as obstacle courses, Red Light/Green Light…

  • $ · Arts & Crafts

    Kids Public Paint Party (Monday)

    Organized by Modern Party Art

    Mon, Nov 16 · 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

    Dorchester · 2.6 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…

  • $ · Stories & Songs

    Music & Movement with Miss Pilar

    Organized by Little Lovage Club

    Tue, Nov 17 · 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM

    South End · 1.4 mi

    Ages: 1–3, 3–5

    Children ages 1–4 sing, move, and explore rhythm with Miss Pilar through playful songs, instruments, and age-appropriate musical…

  • $ · Arts & Crafts

    Card to Culture Tuesdays

    Organized by Modern Party Art

    Tue, Nov 17 · 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

    Dorchester · 2.6 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…

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South Boston with kids

Southie is all about salt air: Castle Island’s loop path and fort, the long stretch of beaches along Day Boulevard, and neighborhood playgrounds tucked between triple-deckers. Add a local bakery stop or a casual family dinner and you have a full day without leaving the neighborhood.