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Kid-friendly things to do in Gloucester

21 finds within 3 mi of 01930—events, play, eats and stays, picked for tiny voyagers.

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  • $ · Stories & Songs

    Songs & Spells — Early Show at The Cut

    Organized by Alexandra Grace Music Studio

    Sun, Oct 25 · 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

    Gloucester · 0.2 mi

    Ages: All ages

    Spend a Halloween afternoon cheering on young local musicians at The Cut. Alexandra Grace Music Studio’s Songs & Spells early show features…

  • $ · Special Event

    Trick-or-Treat at Hammond Castle

    Organized by Hammond Castle Museum

    Wed, Oct 28 · 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

    Gloucester · 2.7 mi

    Ages: All ages

    Cross the drawbridge and explore winding corridors and the Great Hall during Hammond Castle Museum’s family trick-or-treat celebration…

  • $ · Stories & Songs

    SAFETY 80’s — Early Halloween Show

    Organized by The Cut

    Sat, Oct 31 · 1:00 PM

    Gloucester · 0.2 mi

    Ages: All ages

    Bring the family costumes for an afternoon of live ’80s music and dancing at The Cut. SAFETY’s four lead vocalists cover artists such as…

  • Ice Cream

    Holy Cow Ice Cream Cafe - Gloucester

    Organized by Holy Cow Ice Cream Cafe - Gloucester

    Gloucester · 0.1 mi

    Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12

    The original Holy Cow — nationally award-winning small-batch ice cream born in Gloucester, with creative flavors like the prize-winning…

  • Pizza

    The Cut

    Organized by The Cut

    Gloucester · 0.2 mi

    Ages: 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12

    Families can savor delicious pizza at The Cut, a charming Gloucester spot open Wednesday through Saturday from 5 pm, and Sunday from noon…

  • Hotel

    Beauport Hotel Gloucester

    Gloucester · 0.3 mi

    Ages: 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12

    Families can enjoy a beautiful upscale experience at this waterfront hotel, featuring stunning harbor and ocean views. Little ones can take…

  • Hotel

    Hotel at Cape Ann Marina

    Gloucester · 0.3 mi

    Ages: 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12

    Families can enjoy stunning views of Gloucester Harbor or the Annisquam River from every room at Hotel at Cape Ann Marina. Tiny voyagers…

  • Seafood

    Blue Collar Lobster Co.

    Organized by Blue Collar Lobster Co.

    Gloucester · 0.3 mi

    Ages: 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12

    Families can enjoy a laid-back dining experience at Blue Collar Lobster Co., a delightful waterfront seafood spot. Kids can indulge in…

  • Museum

    Maritime Gloucester

    Organized by Maritime Gloucester

    Gloucester · 0.3 mi

    Ages: 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12

    Families can immerse themselves in Gloucester's fishing history with interactive exhibits and a Sea Pocket Aquarium featuring a touch tank…

  • Café

    Castaways Vintage Cafe

    Organized by Castaways Vintage Cafe

    Gloucester · 0.3 mi

    Ages: 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12

    Families can enjoy the surf shack vibes at Castaways Vintage Cafe, featuring a spacious outdoor patio perfect for little ones to roam and…

  • New England

    Decklyn's

    Organized by Decklyn's

    Gloucester · 0.3 mi

    Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12

    A seasonal waterfront restaurant on Gloucester Harbor serving thoughtfully crafted, New England-inspired food. Families will find a…

  • Coastal American

    Oak to Ember

    Organized by Oak to Ember

    Gloucester · 0.4 mi

    Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12

    A Gloucester Harbor restaurant serving locally sourced Coastal American cuisine, with dinner daily, lunch on Fridays and Saturdays, and…

  • Mediterranean

    Yella on the Water

    Organized by Yella on the Water

    Gloucester · 0.5 mi

    Ages: 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12

    Families can enjoy the delightful flavors of Mediterranean cuisine while taking in stunning harbor views at this waterfront restaurant…

  • Sports

    Cape Ann Lanes

    Organized by Cape Ann Lanes

    Gloucester · 0.7 mi

    Ages: 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12

    Families can enjoy candlepin bowling with bumpers for kids, a mix of arcade games, and a family-friendly Laneside Pub with a kids menu…

  • Seafood

    Mile Marker One

    Organized by Mile Marker One

    Gloucester · 1 mi

    Ages: 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12

    Families can soak in the waterfront coastal vibe at Mile Marker One, where beautiful harbor views create a stunning backdrop. As boats come…

  • Ice Cream

    White Farms Homemade Ice Cream

    Organized by White Farms Homemade Ice Cream

    Gloucester · 1.1 mi

    Ages: 0–1, 1–3, 3–5, 5–12

    The Gloucester outpost of Ipswich's beloved 1953 roadside stand, scooping the same homemade flavors — including kid-magnets like Purple Cow…

  • Park

    Stage Fort Park

    Organized by Stage Fort Park

    Gloucester · 1.3 mi

    Ages: 0-1, 1-3, 3-5, 5-12

    Stage Fort Park is a 60-acre Gloucester gem packed with everything little ones love — a huge pirate-ship playground, two family-friendly…

  • Beach

    Good Harbor Beach

    Organized by Good Harbor Beach

    Gloucester · 1.3 mi

    Ages: 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12

    Families can soak up the sun at Good Harbor Beach, one of Gloucester's most beloved sandy spots. Gentle waves and beautiful views make it…

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Gloucester with kids

Families in Gloucester have 3 upcoming kid-friendly events within 3 miles right now, including Songs & Spells — Early Show at The Cut, Trick-or-Treat at Hammond Castle and SAFETY 80’s — Early Halloween Show. 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.