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Kid-friendly things to do in South End

747 finds within 3 mi of 02118—events, play, eats and stays, picked for tiny voyagers.

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  • $ · Special Event

    SoWa Christmas Market

    Organized by SoWa Boston

    Fri, Nov 20 · 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM

    South End · 0.3 mi

    Ages: All ages

    SoWa Power Station becomes an indoor winter market featuring more than 100 regional makers, artists, designers, and specialty food vendors…

  • $ · Arts & Crafts

    Saturday Art Lab Drop-In at Essem Art Studio

    Organized by Essem Art Studio

    Sat, Nov 21 · 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM

    Charlestown · 2.8 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…

  • $ · Special Event

    SoWa Christmas Market

    Organized by SoWa Boston

    Sat, Nov 21 · 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

    South End · 0.3 mi

    Ages: All ages

    SoWa Power Station becomes an indoor winter market featuring more than 100 regional makers, artists, designers, and specialty food vendors…

  • Free · Arts & Crafts

    Minni Community Drop-In

    Organized by Minni

    Sat, Nov 21 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

    Beacon Hill · 1.4 mi

    Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12

    Minni Community Drop-Ins are designed for the entire family to enjoy creative play and messy materials in our spacious studio. Rotating…

  • Free · Active Play

    Saturday Open Hours at Boston Fire Museum

    Organized by Boston Fire Museum

    Sat, Nov 21 · 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

    Seaport · 1.4 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 · Movies & Shows

    Tiny Troupers at Turtle Books

    Organized by Turtle Books

    Sat, Nov 21 · 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM

    Brookline · 2.4 mi

    Ages: 1–3, 3–5, 5–12

    Tiny Troupers presents an immersive theatrical experience for children exploring family, friendship, kindness, and bravery.

  • $ · Arts & Crafts

    Perfect Memory at ICA Boston

    Organized by ICA Boston

    Sat, Nov 21 · 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

    Seaport · 1.7 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 · Stories & Songs

    Author Gabrielle Rossi Reads Lizzie Learns to Ride

    Organized by Turtle Books

    Sat, Nov 21 · 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

    Brookline · 2.4 mi

    Ages: 3–5, 5–12

    Author and educator Gabrielle Rossi reads her children's book about a girl who is afraid to ride but finds the courage to try. Book…

  • $ · Special Event

    SoWa Christmas Market

    Organized by SoWa Boston

    Sun, Nov 22 · 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

    South End · 0.3 mi

    Ages: All ages

    SoWa Power Station becomes an indoor winter market featuring more than 100 regional makers, artists, designers, and specialty food vendors…

  • $ · Special Event

    The BJ Hickman Magic Show — Coolidge Kids’ Shows

    Organized by Coolidge Corner Theatre

    Sun, Nov 22 · 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

    Brookline · 2.6 mi

    Ages: 3–5, 5–12, 13+

    BJ Hickman’s live magic show mixes audience participation, surprising tricks, mind-reading routines, and plenty of silliness. Part of…

  • $ · Arts & Crafts

    Perfect Memory at ICA Boston

    Organized by ICA Boston

    Sun, Nov 22 · 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

    Seaport · 1.7 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 23 · 9:15 AM – 11:30 AM

    North End · 2 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 23 · 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM

    South End · 0.3 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

    Open Play at Little Groove Charlestown

    Organized by Little Groove Music & Art

    Mon, Nov 23 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

    Charlestown · 2.6 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…

  • Free · Active Play

    Charlestown Toddler Time

    Organized by Boston Centers for Youth & Families

    Mon, Nov 23 · 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM

    Charlestown · 2.9 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

    Afternoon Drop-off Movement with Miss Gaby

    Organized by Little Lovage Club

    Mon, Nov 23 · 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM

    South End · 0.3 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 23 · 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…

  • $ · Stories & Songs

    Music & Movement with Miss Pilar

    Organized by Little Lovage Club

    Tue, Nov 24 · 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM

    South End · 0.3 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…

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Families in South End have 508 upcoming kid-friendly events within 3 miles right now, including Toddler Time at Rock Spot — Brookline, Drop-In Art Making: Sculpted Pendants and Seaport Smalls: Magic Fred Show — Magic Show Fun. Add 239 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.