Boston Events for Kids and Families

HULDUFÓLK: AN ENCHANTED DWELLINGS WALK AND CELEBRATION, Waltham, $
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
You’ve hear of fairy walks, right? Join us for a special Icelandic twist on the idea as we celebrate everything Huldufólk (Iceland’s hidden people) for Huldufólk: An Enchanted Dwellings Walk and Celebration.

Cranberry Bog Tours, Wareham, $
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sun, November 5, 2023   
We happen to believe that a cranberry bog is beautiful at any time of year…take one of our interesting and fun bog tours and you’ll agree!

Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo (MICE) 2023, Boston, Free
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sun, October 1, 2023   
The Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo (MICE) is New England’s premier independent comics event focused on celebrating comics as a creative medium and expressive art form.

Pao Arts Center’s Experience Chinatown Arts Festival Celebration, Boston
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
Experience Chinatown Arts Festival returns to celebrate the rich cultural fabric of Boston Chinatown and the Asian American Pacific Islander creative community through vibrant window murals, live performances, and creative activities for all. 

Songwriters in the Round Feat. Kat Kennedy, Joe Holt, Emily Anderson, and Jessic, Back Bay, $$
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
Kat Kennedy, Joe Holt, and Emily Anderson (along with Jessica Woodlee) are three Berklee College of Music alumni back on the road from Los Angeles and New York.

Pedal Power: Celebrating Community Through Biking, Boston
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
Join the Museum of Science, Boston, as we welcome the region’s bicycling community organizations to celebrate the bicycle ecosystem's engineering, community wellness, and environmental benefits.

19th-Century Photo Fair by The Daguerreian Society, Boston, $
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
Photo Fair offers chance to hold history in your hand; rare, original photos – some 150+ years old – will be featured at Boston event Sept. 30.

Boston Conservatory Wind Ensemble: A Brass Celebration, Back Bay, Free
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
As part of Boston Conservatory's Brass Festival Weekend (September 30–October 1), an exciting performance conducted by Matthew Marsit presents the New England premiere of Adam Gorb's Out of the Darkness as well as others.

THE BRITISH INVASION-ENCORE, Stoughton, $$
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
Back By Popular Demand for one Night Only ! An Encore Presentation of our spring show so if you missed now is your chance! Filled with lots of great music songs

PJ Library Sukkot Art Ramble with The Umbrella Arts, Concord, $
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
Celebrate the joy of Sukkot, the fall harvest holiday, and the appreciation of nature. Join PJ Library for an outdoor, art walk to view nature-inspired works that explore how and why nature is ever-changing.

buildOn 2023 Back-To-School Service Day & Community Celebration, Dorchester, Free
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
Join us at CASH High School in Dorchester for a 3-hour service event followed by lunch and a celebration. Together, we’ll build community, support local students, and look forward to an exciting year ahead!

RoboBoston 6th Annual Robot Block Party, Boston, Free
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
RoboBoston is a celebration showcasing universities, startups, companies and student teams with cutting-edge robotics, AI and technology. This year’s 6th Annual Robot Block Party includes robot demonstrations and hands-on interactions with robots, games, and more.

Maynard Fest, Maynard, Free
Sat, September 30, 2023   
Dozens of sidewalk sales, over 100 vendors and free family entertainment. It is sure to please both young and old, including free children's events such as the trackless train ride.

New England Carnivorous Plant Society Show & Sale at NEBG, Boylston, $
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sun, October 1, 2023   
The award-winning New England Carnivorous Plant Society (NECPS) returns to showcase a fascinating group of plants sure to captivate and amaze. Visit the Venus Fly Trap feeding station.

Follow Your Art - Chalk Walk, Melrose, $
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
Claim a chalk square and join the celebration of Arts for All! Proceeds benefit tuition and adaptive assistance, as well as free creative community programs for all at Follow Your Art in Melrose, MA.

Haverhill Healthy Living Expo, Haverhill, Free
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
This event will focus on health and wellness within the community. Take a walk along the Merrimack River and discover new ways to maintain or improve your health.

Evan Goodrow, Somerville, $
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
24 Hour Concerts and The Burren Backroom Series presents: Evan Goodrow - original soul, funk, blues, and rock music in the back room of The Burren!

Cardboard Explosion! by Paper Heart Puppets, Brookline, $
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sun, October 8, 2023   
Join Brad Shur, beloved former resident artist of Puppet Showplace, on a choose-your-own-adventure featuring cardboard creations assembled before your very eyes! Save the cardboard city from a giant baby!

New England Music Hall of Fame, Arlington, $
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
3rd Annual Awards Event with Live Performances New England Music Hall of Fame 3rd Annual Awards Event with Live Performances Including Lizzie Borden & Axes and Robin Lane w/ performances from Andrea Gillis Band and Justine

Free Outdoor Concerts: The 2023 World Music Concert Series, Medford, Free
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sun, October 1, 2023   
Free Outdoor Concerts part of The 2023 World Music Concert Series, Celebrate Diversity, Build Community Medford Featuring Greek Music, Mediterranean Rhythms, Global Jazz and Afropop.

Boston A Cappella Music Festival, Allston, Free
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
The Boston A Cappella Festival is a free, public, outdoor arts event that celebrates the human voice and its ability to produce high-quality and genuine musical experiences.

The Dating Game LIVE, Beverly, $
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
Local Contestants. Live Audience. Three Episodes. One Night! Back by popular demand! The Dating Game LIVE returns! Much like the original game show from the 70s

New Bedford Annual Chowder Festival, New Bedford, $$
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
The 18th Annual New Bedford Seaport Chowder Festival will have local restaurants and caterers competing for your vote. Sample delicious chowders and soups, and cast your vote for your favorite one.

The Great Northeast Jug Band Festival, Arlington, Free
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
New England’s ONLY Jug Band Festival will highlight traditions from the 1920’s and 30’s, and the modern evolution of this good-time music. This event is free and open to the public.

Pumpkin Festival at Charmingfare Farm, New Hampshire, $
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Mon, October 9, 2023   
Bring the whole family and join us for Annual Pumpkin Festival. Fall is the best time of year to visit our farm. This delightful event offers a festive and fun-filled experience for the whole family.

Huldufólk: An Enchanted Dwellings Walk and Icelandic Celebration, Newton, $
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
This Huldufólk celebration is an Icelandic take on a fairy walk. It’s a family-friendly adventure inspired by the rich world of Huldufólk, Iceland’s elusive and magical hidden folk.

Reel Fun Fishing Day at Nut Island, Quincy, $
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
Come to Nut Island to help celebrate two very special Boston Harbor Islands National & State Park anniversaries with a day of fishing and fun!

Learning Express - Reptile Show - Birthday Event, Newton, Free
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
Show Starts at 1 PM - fun all day -Animal & Reptile Show 1-2pm -Arts and Crafts throughout the day -Bounce House and More! It will be fun for all!

Alewife Mural Celebration, Cambridge, Free
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
Join us as we celebrate two new murals in the Alewife area in North Cambridge! Bring the whole family for free food, activities, and music.

Funktoberfest at Bow Market, Somerville, Free
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sun, October 1, 2023   
Oktoberfest returns to Bow Market with our freshest batch of Fest Lager ever, and a FULL line up of funky tunes to keep you groovin'.

LEAP Lab: Isabel and the Invisible World, Cambridge, Free
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
Join us to celebrate Isabel and the Invisible World, the second book from renowned physicist and New York Times best selling author Alan Lightman, with hands-on colorful activities and a reading of the book.

Model Train Show: Rail Fair, Boxborough, $$
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sun, October 1, 2023   
The Nashua Valley Model Railroad Assn (NVRRA) announces its 58th annual “Railfair 2023” model train show on September 30 - October 1st 2023 from 10 am - 2pm at the Boxboro Regency Hotel & Conference Center in Boxboro MA.

Oktoberfest at Wachusett Mountain, Princeton, $
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sun, October 1, 2023   
Eat, drink and be merry, German style! Enjoy beautiful foliage, tasty beer and comraderies among friends! Raise your steins and toss the empty kegs as you celebrate with live German music, contests, shows, crafts and farmers market vendors, and activities for the whole...

RoboBoston: 6th Annual Robot Block Party, Boston, Free
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
This year’s 6th Annual Robot Block Party, free and open to the public, will include robot demonstrations and hands-on interactions with robots, games and more. All ages Welcome!

Jeff Jam Family Dance Party!, Somerville, $
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
24 Hour Concerts and The Burren Backroom Series presents: Jeff Jam and The Burren are best of friends! Come join us for family fun in the backroom of The Burren!

Free outdoor concerts: The 2023 World Music Concert Series, Medford
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sun, October 1, 2023   
Free Outdoor Concerts: The 2023 World Music Concert Series, Celebrate Diversity, Build Community Medford. Presents a weekend of music featuring Greek Music, Mediterranean Rhythms, Global Jazz, and Afropop

Discovery Gala: Make the Connection, a 21+ event, Acton
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
Discovery Museum is a hands-on museum for families that blends science, nature, and play. Advance reservations are required to visit the museum. Visit discoveryacton.org to learn more.

Finding Fungi Guided Mushroom Hike, Southborough, $$
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
Stroll through Chestnut Hill Farm’s historic 170-acre property while discussing the role mushrooms play in our ecosystem, how sustenance foraging can be utilized to diversify our diets and combat food insecurity, and much more.

Rockin' with Raptors Festival, Boston, Free
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
Rockin' with Raptors is a community event that's fun for all ages. Get up-close with live raptors, learn about bees, and watch charming puppet shows.

Access MBA In-Person Event | Boston, Boston, Free
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
Top programs trust Access MBA to engage with unique candidates just like you. Get matched with your best b-school options at one of the last 2023 in-person events in your city.

De and Me- The Songs We Never Get to Sing, Stoughton, $$
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
Join DE and ME in The Songs We Never Get To Sing! One Night Only with De Moody and Paris Kampanelas. A fun night of a true friendship with jokes, stories and amazing music.

Ronan Tynan Performs in Quincy, Quincy, Free
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
Quincy Mayor Thomas P. Koch and the City of Quincy invite the public to enjoy an evening of music and song on Saturday, September 30th with internationally acclaimed Irish Tenor Ronan Tynan.

Bolton & Harvard Open Studios, Bolton, Free
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sun, October 1, 2023   
Please join us to support our local artists in our Sixth Annual “Open Studio” weekend on September 30 (10-4) and October 1 (12-4). We are opening our studios, setting up tables and tents to sell our artwork, and sharing our creativity with our communities.

The Arts Wayland Expo, Wayland, Free
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
On Saturday, September 30th at the Town Green (Andrew Ave, Wayland), the stage will rise again for the Arts Wayland Expo, so bring a picnic blanket and your sunglasses and come on down!

Lexington's East Village Fair, Lexington, Free
Sat, September 30, 2023  -  Sat, September 30, 2023   
Celebrate Fall by joining us for the 185th Annual East Village Fair! This family-friendly festival features our signature Flea Market, children’s games & activities, music, crafts, baked goods, hot/cold foods, and so much more!

Trot for Tots 5K, Andover, $
Sun, October 1, 2023  -  Sun, October 1, 2023   
We are excited to celebrate our 31st year of the Trot on Sunday, October 1, 2023 at 32 Osgood Street in Andover. The 5K race kicks off at 10:00 a.m. followed by the 1M walk. 

32nd Annual Walk Against Domestic Violence, Newburyport, Free
Sun, October 1, 2023  -  Sun, October 1, 2023   
The Jeanne Geiger Crisis Center is thrilled to announce our 32nd Annual Walk Against Domestic Violence. Walk with us as we advocate for change and raise awareness for domestic violence.

Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk 2023, Boston
Sun, October 1, 2023  -  Sun, October 1, 2023   
Make every step count — virtually! Participants are encouraged to “Walk Your Way” to support patient care and research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

Photographer Needed - boston spin4 crohn’s & colitis cures, Boston
Sun, October 1, 2023  -  Sun, October 1, 2023   
Looking for a photographer to take candid shots during our boston spin4 crohn's & colitis cures event on Sunday, October 1st, 2023! No is experience necessary!

SoWa Sundays, South End, Free
Sun, October 1, 2023  -  Sun, October 29, 2023   
You already know we’re open every Sunday of the year, 11am-4pm. And in October, there are five SoWa Sundays filled with art, color, and life.

Big Sports Card & Autograph Show, Massachusetts, $
Sun, October 1, 2023  -  Sun, October 1, 2023   
Cardboard Promotions Big Sports Card & Memorabilia Show, 2 Autograph Guests, a 30 year tradition in Mansfield Cardboard Promotions Big Sports Card & Memorabilia Show, 2 Autograph Guests, a 30 year tradition in Mansfield

Franklin Park Zoo Winter Activities & Exhibits, Boston, $$$
Sun, October 1, 2023  -  Sun, March 31, 2024   
Franklin Park Zoo has the cure for cabin fever during long New England winters, so hold off on hibernating, because they’ve got plenty of amazing animals that don’t!

Stone Zoo Winter Activities and Exhibits, Stoneham, $$
Sun, October 1, 2023  -  Mon, April 1, 2024   
Stone Zoo has the cure for cabin fever during long New England winters, so hold off on hibernating, because we’ve got plenty of amazing animals that don’t!

ANTYTILA, Massachusetts, $$
Sun, October 1, 2023  -  Sun, October 1, 2023   
LIVE in Arlington... The Ukrainian rock band Antytila! ANTYTILA Sunday, October 1st- 7:30pm LIVE in Arlington... https://cli.re/49218-antytila Regent Theatre 7 Medford St. Arlington, MA 02474

Ghosts and Gravestones Ghost Tour 2023, Boston
Sun, October 1, 2023  -  Tue, October 31, 2023   
Ghosts & Gravestones tour explores Boston’s most chilling haunted places, murder sites and includes exclusive nighttime access into two of Boston’s oldest burying grounds.

Hanson's Haunted Hayride, Framingham
Sun, October 1, 2023  -  Tue, October 31, 2023   
For lovers of Halloween everywhere - Hanson's Haunted Hayride has been a local tradition since 1993! Join us Every FRIDAY and SATURDAY night in the month of OCTOBER from 7:00pm to 10:00pm.

South Coast Harvest Festival, Westport, $$
Sun, October 1, 2023  -  Sun, October 1, 2023   
We are celebrating the harvest from land and sea! Fall garden displays, scarecrows ,antique tractors, live music, fall food, kids 'corner'. This will be a spectacular harvest celebration under the full harvest supermoon!

CollegeFest Boston, Boston, Free
Sun, October 1, 2023  -  Sun, October 1, 2023   
Join us in Boston for the 36th annual CollegeFest at Fenway Park! Grab your friends and visit and interact with your favorite brands, get FREE SWAG, and enter to win prizes and sweepstakes, for FREE!

Walk from Obesity, Boston, $
Sun, October 1, 2023  -  Sun, October 1, 2023   
Boston, MA - The community of Boston is coming together to support healthy living and raise awareness about the dangers of obesity at the walk.

26th Annual Step Out for Hospice Walk/Run, Woburn, $
Sun, October 1, 2023  -  Sun, October 1, 2023   
Put on your sneakers and make a difference on Sunday, Oct. 1! Our in-person walk and run will kick-off at the Irish American Club of Woburn, 147 Main St. You can help local residents facing a terminal illness by joining us.

Studio Belt: Monomyth, Somerville, $
Sun, October 1, 2023  -  Sun, October 1, 2023   
24 Hour Concerts and The Burren Backroom Series presents: Students of Studio Belt outline the infamous hero's journey, Monomyth, through song in the backroom of The Burren!

Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour, Boston
Sun, October 1, 2023  -  Sun, October 1, 2023   
Blippi is coming to Boston for the ultimate curiosity adventure in Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour! So get ready to shake those wiggles out and OJ Twist your way through this brand-new musical party!

Onset Harvest Moon Festival & Fireworks: RESCHEDULED to (10/1), Onset
Sun, October 1, 2023   
Join us for the reimagined Harvest Moon Festival! Vendors! Food Trucks! Carved Pumpkin Contest! Live Music! Antique/Classic Car Show presented by The Rusty Nuts Car Club of Wareham and fireworks at dusk.

Arogya Yoga Ashram, Brookline, $
Sun, October 1, 2023  -  Sun, December 31, 2023   
Yoga Teacher Training program in Rishikesh India will be the foundational stone in your journey to advance your Yoga practice and to feel acquainted with different layers of Yoga & Science.

Access Masters In-Person Event | Boston, Boston, Free
Sun, October 1, 2023  -  Sun, October 1, 2023   
Are you ready to find the Masters program that will help you achieve your goals? The Access Masters event in Boston will introduce you to all of that.

Celebrate Sukkot!, Newton, $
Sun, October 1, 2023  -  Sun, October 1, 2023   
Welcome to JCC Greater Boston’s Sukkot Party! Celebrate Sukkot, the New Year, and the fall season. Enjoy a fall morning of music, crafts, the playground, food and drink for purchase, and more for all ages.

Sound Healing - Autumnal Equinox Event, Newton, $
Sun, October 1, 2023  -  Sun, October 1, 2023   
Join Sound Therapist Joe Hayes for this sonic journey into stillness, release, and serenity via exquisite sound & tone as we mark the turning of the wheel into autumn.

Welcome Baby Bagels & Babies at the Park, Arlington, Free
Sun, October 1, 2023  -  Sun, October 1, 2023   
Gather over bagels and schmooze with other local Welcome Baby families. Please bring your own blankets and beverages. Bagels and cream cheese provided. For families with babies 0-2 yrs; siblings welcome.

boston spin4 crohn’s & colitis cures, Boston, $
Sun, October 1, 2023  -  Sun, October 1, 2023   
Here's how spin4 crohn’s & colitis cures works: •Create/join a team or come solo •Raise the required fundraising commitment (starting at $250) •Join the party on event day and get your sweat on!

NRT's 50th Harvest & Craft Fair, Easton, $
Sun, October 1, 2023  -  Sun, October 1, 2023   
This fun-filled, community centered event is once again taking place at NRT’s Sheep Pasture where thousands of people from all over join us to welcome the fall season and enjoy various seasonal activities!

Tales and Tombstones Tour of Salem, Salem, $$
Sun, October 1, 2023  -  Fri, October 27, 2023   
See the spookier side of Salem in these one-hour nighttime trolley tours past graveyards, haunted houses, underground passageways, and more. Visit scenes of grisly murders and ghastly executions, hear tales, both mischievous and malevolent.

Sunnydaze, Somerville, $
Tue, October 3, 2023  -  Tue, October 3, 2023   
24 Hour Concerts and The Burren Backroom Series presents: Sunnydaze - an eclectic soul, rock, and funk band that will have you grooving all night long in the backroom of The Burren!

Brian O'Donovan presents: Scottish Fish, Somerville, $
Wed, October 4, 2023  -  Wed, October 4, 2023   
Brian O'Donovan, 24 Hour Concerts, and The Burren Backroom Series presents: World class traditional and contemporary music from around the Celtic world - Scottish Fish in the backroom of The Burren!

The Lonely Seal, Massachusetts, $
Wed, October 4, 2023  -  Sun, October 8, 2023   
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Take Aparts, Acton
Wed, October 4, 2023  -  Wed, October 4, 2023   
Discovery Museum is a hands-on museum for families that blends science, nature, and play. Advance reservations are required to visit the museum. Visit discoveryacton.org to learn more.

Fall Cookie Decorating Class, Pembroke, $$
Wed, October 4, 2023  -  Wed, October 4, 2023   
This beginners cookie decorating class will walk you through decorating 6 themed appropriate cookies in a small group setting. No experience is necesscary. So, let's go bake cookies!

The Newtalians, Somerville, $
Thu, October 5, 2023  -  Thu, October 5, 2023   
24 Hour Concerts and The Burren Backroom Series presents: The Newtalians - a Boston-based band that reinvents your favorite Italian music and beloved international songs in the backroom of The Burren!

Building a Career on the German Abitur, Virtual/Online, Free
Thu, October 5, 2023  -  Thu, October 5, 2023   
Join us online for an insightful panel discussion featuring distinguished alumni from the German International Schools in Washington, New York, Boston, Montreal, and Silicon Valley.

Andris Nelsons conducts Beethoven, Mozart, Maskats, and Strauss with Rudolf Buch, Boston, Free
Thu, October 5, 2023  -  Fri, October 6, 2023   
Andris Nelsons conducts Beethoven, Mozart, Maskats, and Strauss with Rudolf Buchbinder, piano. Andris Nelsons, conductor Rudolf Buchbinder, piano BEETHOVEN Consecration of the House Overture MOZART Piano Concerto No. 23 in A, K.488 Arturs

Seaweed Roundtable: Arts and Culture, New Bedford, $
Thu, October 5, 2023  -  Thu, October 5, 2023   
Roundtable discussion with experts in the culture and aesthetics of seaweed – including in painting, decorative arts, literature, and visual and material culture – moderated by Naomi Slipp, Chief Curator, NBWM.

The Children's Trust Gala, Boston
Thu, October 5, 2023  -  Thu, October 5, 2023   
Please join us for The Children’s Trust Gala on October 5, 2023 at the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport, and enjoy a memorable evening to benefit our work to end child abuse.

Toddler Story Time Painting @ The Painting Place, Wellesley, $$
Thu, October 5, 2023  -  Thu, October 5, 2023   
Come to The Painting Place for toddler story time - we will read a book and paint a themed project. Meet new friends and join our disco lights dance party!

HONK! Festival: 18th Annual Festival of Activist Street Bands, Somerville, Free
Fri, October 6, 2023  -  Sun, October 8, 2023   
HONK! Festival 2023 held in October: festival of activist street bands, with a wide variety of free outdoor events being planned for Somerville, Cambridge, and Boston, Mass.

Israel in Egypt, Boston, $$
Fri, October 6, 2023  -  Sun, October 8, 2023   
Join the Handel and Haydn Society for a night in Joseph Handel's Egypt October 6 and October 8, directed by Jonathan Cohen, at Boston's Symphony Hall.

Warner, NH Fall Foliage Festival, New Hampshire, Free
Fri, October 6, 2023  -  Sun, October 8, 2023   
Share the natural splendors of NH's vibrant autumn colors while enjoying food, entertainment, carnival rides, and fine crafts along the main streets of Warner.

Kid's Night Out at Old Colony YMCA, Middleboro, $
Fri, October 6, 2023  -  Fri, October 6, 2023   
Join us for an unforgettable evening of fun and excitement at the Old Colony YMCA Middleboro Branch! Kid's Night Out is the perfect for your little ones to socialize, play, and make new friends.

SoWa First Friday, South End, Free
Fri, October 6, 2023  -  Fri, October 6, 2023   
First Friday is October 6th, and a great way to experience year-round color in the world of art. Friday, October 6, 2023, 5pm-9pm. Save the date!

Kingsley Flood w/special guest The Shang Hi Los, Somerville, $
Fri, October 6, 2023  -  Fri, October 6, 2023   
24 Hour Concerts and The Burren Back room Series presents: KINGSLEY FLOOD with special guest The Shang Hi Los in the back room of The Burren!

The Cowsills, Arlington, $$
Fri, October 6, 2023  -  Fri, October 6, 2023   
The inspiration behind the hit T.V. Series The Partridge Family. One of the biggest touring acts of the late ’60s! Fifteen albums, multiple Super Hits!

Lanterns in the Village 2023, Salem, $
Fri, October 6, 2023  -  Fri, October 6, 2023   
Salem haunted happenings must-see family-friendly event! Be wowed by the faint light of jack-o-lanterns at Pioneer Village! Come stroll through historic Pioneer Village for this 10th annual family-friendly event.

Phantoms by Firelight at Old Sturbridge Village, Sturbridge, $$
Fri, October 6, 2023  -  Sun, October 29, 2023   
Phantoms by Firelight returns to Old Sturbridge Village for 12 nights this Fall…and it’s bigger than ever! Step into the firelit shadows of history and uncover its eerie tales.

Shatterproof Walk, Dorchester, Free
Sat, October 7, 2023  -  Sat, October 7, 2023   
The Shatterproof Walk supports Shatterproof’s work in advocating for changes in federal and state policy as well as programming focused on saving lives and changing the conversation about addiction.

Autumn Adventure on Peddocks Island, Boston, $
Sat, October 7, 2023  -  Sat, October 7, 2023   
Celebrate the season with a special fall exploration of Peddocks Island with music, hiking, s'mores and more - don't miss the last chance to visit the Island until next year!

The 51st Annual Harvard Flea Market, Harvard, $
Sat, October 7, 2023  -  Sat, October 7, 2023   
The largest outdoor flea market northwest of Boston. Shoppers come to visit over 160 booths filled with antiques and collectibles – toys, games, jewelry and vintage clothing, seasonal décor, artwork, paintings, pottery and more.

$5 Ferry Weekend, Boston, $
Sat, October 7, 2023  -  Mon, October 9, 2023   
Visit Georges Island for just $5 in celebration of the Boston Harbor Islands National & State Park 2023 season! Visit Georges Island for just $5 from Saturday, October 7 through Monday, October 9!

51st Annual Harvard Flea Market - Largest Outside Flea Market outside of Boston, Harvard, $
Sat, October 7, 2023  -  Sat, October 7, 2023   
The League of Women Voters and the Harvard Schools Trust are pleased to announce the 48th Annual Harvard Flea Market. Thousands of bargain hunters will descend upon Harvard this Weekend to attend the Flea Market.

Family Friendly Pumpkin Carving, Peabody, $
Sat, October 7, 2023  -  Sat, October 7, 2023   
Kick off October with our family friendly pumpkin carving event! Join us for family-friendly pumpkin carving! Bring your own brunch! See you there and let's enjoy this season's event!

Build Your Own Stuffed Animal & Kid's Activities, Other Boston Area, $$
Sat, October 7, 2023  -  Sat, October 21, 2023   
Join us at Chatham Bars Inn and have your child build their own stuffed animal, play games, take home a coloring book & more. Recommended for ages 4-12!

Cotuit Harvest Festival, Barnstable, Free
Sat, October 7, 2023  -  Sat, October 7, 2023   
Join us at Cotuit Library on the Cotuit Village Green for our second annual Harvest Festival! Peruse our pumpkin patch, paint your pumpkins, grab a delicious treat!

Methuen Day, Methuen, Free
Sat, October 7, 2023  -  Sat, October 7, 2023   
Methuen Day is on October 2nd from 10 am - 3 pm. Check out - over 60 vendors, live music, food truck row, carnival games, face painting, and more.

The Red Room, Back Bay, $$
Sat, October 7, 2023  -  Sat, October 7, 2023   
From their earliest self-released EPs to 2021’s Cast-Iron Pansexual—the album that earned praise from Rolling Stone and American Songwriter for its examination of faith, sexual identity, and self-acceptance.

Oktoberfest Invitational Quadball Tournament, Cambridge, $
Sat, October 7, 2023  -  Sat, October 7, 2023   
COME SEE QUADBALL PLAYED IN YOUR BACKYARD! The ninth annual Oktoberfest Invitational Quadball Tournament will take place October 7 in Harvard Stadium, hosted by Harvard quadball.

Return to the Renaissance, Gloucester, $$
Sat, October 7, 2023  -  Sat, October 7, 2023   
Join us as we Return to the Renaissance on our oceanside lawn with a live musical performance, a demonstration of a Knight's battle, and some family-friendly improv by none other than Shakespeare himself!

Annual Oktoberfest at Hood Park in Charlestown, Charlestown, Free
Sat, October 7, 2023  -  Sat, October 7, 2023   
Hood Park in Charlestown is hosting a family-friendly Oktoberfest on Saturday, Oct. 7th at 11 AM. The event will have German-inspired food and drink, pumpkin carving, festive face painting, and more!

Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse Live in Concert, Boston, $$
Sat, October 7, 2023  -  Sat, October 7, 2023   
Featuring a soundtrack that blends orchestral music with hip-hop, Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse Live in Concert pairs a screening of the Academy Award® winning animated film with an orchestra, band, and turntables live on stage.

Four Orchestral Premieres by BMOP at Jordan Hall One-Night Only, Back Bay, $
Sat, October 7, 2023  -  Sat, October 7, 2023   
The Boston Modern Orchestra Project begins its 26th season at Jordan Hall, October 7th. The ambitious program celebrates three world premieres and one East Coast premiere commissioned by BMOP and written during the Pandemic.

Enchanted Weekend at New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill, Boylston, $
Sat, October 7, 2023  -  Mon, October 9, 2023   
Experience a weekend full of legends and lore this autumn as the mythical guests of New England Botanic Garden’s newest exhibition, Myths, Magic, and Monsters

National Fossil Day, Cambridge, $$
Sat, October 7, 2023  -  Sat, October 7, 2023   
What treasures are found in the Harvard University paleontology collections? Meet Harvard paleontologists to find out! See their favorite fossils, learn about their research, and ask questions.

Quincy Food Truck & Music Festival, Quincy
Sat, October 7, 2023  -  Sat, October 7, 2023   
Mayor Thomas P. Koch invites Quincy residents and friends from the surrounding communities to Quincy’s annual Food Truck & Music Festival, Saturday, October 7th, from noon to 6:00PM.

Evening for Families with Visual Impairment, Acton, Free
Sat, October 7, 2023  -  Sat, October 7, 2023   
Discovery Museum is a hands-on museum for families that blends science, nature, and play. Advance reservations are required to visit the museum. Visit discoveryacton.org to learn more.

Discovery Museum Reflection Room: Whose Land are We On?, Acton
Sat, October 7, 2023  -  Mon, October 9, 2023   
Discovery Museum is a hands-on museum for families that blends science, nature, and play. Advance reservations are required to visit the museum. Visit discoveryacton.org to learn more.

SHERRI DUSKEY RINKER VISIT, Massachusetts, Free
Sat, October 7, 2023  -  Sat, October 7, 2023   
Bestselling children’s book author Sherri Duskey Rinker will be visiting the Wenham Museum during her 2023 national book tour! DATE- Oct 7, 2023, 10:00am to 4:00pm EDT Event Address:- Wenham Museum 132 Main Street Wenham, MA 01984

Opening Night at Symphony Gala, Boston, Free
Sat, October 7, 2023  -  Sat, October 7, 2023   
Opening Night at Symphony Gala - Boston Symphony Orchestra. Andris Nelsons, conductor Rudolf Buchbinder, piano Aaron Diehl Trio (Ellington) BEETHOVEN Consecration of the House Overture MOZART Piano Concerto No. 23 in A, K.488

Introduction to Bird Photography, Boston, $$
Sat, October 7, 2023  -  Sat, October 7, 2023   
In this workshop, we will cover settings, composition, equipment, light conditions, and more to help you improve your skills at photographing birds. You will receive guidance during the walk to help you get optimal results.

Urban Foraging: DIY Candles and Herbal Oils, Boston, $
Sat, October 7, 2023  -  Sat, October 7, 2023   
Join us as we head out on the trails to forage for local plants. Participants will use their foraged plant materials to create fragrant candles and herbal oils.

Fall Tree Identification, Boston, $
Sat, October 7, 2023  -  Sat, October 7, 2023   
In this program, you will learn about the adaptations that help trees transition from the sun of summer to the snows of winter as well as identification techniques.

Boston 10K for Women 2023, Boston, $
Sat, October 7, 2023  -  Sat, October 7, 2023   
With thousands of runners and spectators each year, Boston 10K for Women is New England’s largest all-women’s road race. The race features a course through Boston’s Back Bay neighborhood and Memorial Drive in Cambridge.

Berkshire Harvest Festival, Stockbridge, $
Sat, October 7, 2023  -  Sun, October 8, 2023   
Berkshire Botanical Garden’s annual Harvest Festival, an iconic Berkshire event dating back to our founding, will take place Oct. 7-8, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, 5 West Stockbridge Rd., Stockbridge, Mass.

Fall Bird Walk at BNC, Boston, $
Sun, October 8, 2023  -  Sun, October 8, 2023   
Join us at the Boston Nature Center to observe resident birds and fall migrants in a unique urban habitat that is a favorite stomping ground for many bird species.

Diwalifest, Boxborough, Free
Sun, October 8, 2023  -  Sun, October 8, 2023   
Diwalifest is a youth-run community based event dedicated to fostering community connections in Acton/Boxborough/Littleton, MA, and cultural knowledge following the inclusion Diwali as a holiday on local school calendars.

Fall Storytime with Reneé Kurilla, Boston, Free
Sun, October 8, 2023  -  Sun, October 8, 2023   
Fall storytime event with Reneé Kurilla!! Fall into a day of fun at our outdoor storytime during Open Newbury on October 8th! Costumes are not just welcome; they're encouraged!

The Vampire Circus, Beverly, $$
Sun, October 8, 2023  -  Sun, October 8, 2023   
The Vampire Circus has been called a mix of circus cabaret and theater and is the result of a fusion of Tim Burton and Cirque Du Soleil. Enjoy a phenomenal night of live entertainment!

Second Sundays at the Arnold Arboretum, Boston, Free
Sun, October 8, 2023  -  Sun, October 8, 2023   
Bring your family and friends to Peters Hill for an afternoon of free tours, crafts, family activities, and more! Did we mention free ice cream and bubbles?

Bulls & Boot-Scootin' - Mechanical Bull Riding and Line Dancing, Waltham, Free
Sun, October 8, 2023  -  Sun, October 8, 2023   
Bulls & Boot-Scootin' is a family-friendly event featuring country line dancing, and mechanical bull riding! Line dancing and bull riding are FREE! See you there!

Finding Trust in a Changing World, Sharon, Free
Sun, October 8, 2023  -  Sun, October 8, 2023   
A free talk on Christian Science. All are welcome! What can we confidently depend on? Recognizing a loving, divine presence can bring the reliable stability and support needed for progress.

Mad Love Music Festival, Hingham, $$
Sun, October 8, 2023  -  Sun, October 8, 2023   
This outdoor festival features local musicians, food, drink, and activities for the whole family. An annual one-day music festival in Hingham, MA in honor of Dave Jodka. Proceeds benefit Future Rockers in Dave's name.

Indigenous People's Day at the ICA, Boston, Free
Mon, October 9, 2023   
In honor of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, the ICA is offering FREE museum admission for all on Monday, October 9. Advanced timed tickets required to ensure a safe capacity.

Opening Our Doors, Boston, Free
Mon, October 9, 2023  -  Mon, October 9, 2023   
Monday, October 9th from 10AM-4PM is the 22nd Annual FREE art + cultural festival Opening Our Doors day! Visit the Fenway for art exhibitions and activities, cultural experiences, musical and dance performances, and more!

Vacation Day: Tennis Clinic (5-8 yrs), Newton, $
Mon, October 9, 2023  -  Mon, October 9, 2023   
Enjoy the beautiful fall weather and join Coach Haim in this 2-hour workshop to develop and practice your tennis skills! Work on balance, rallying, different strokes and finish the clinic with a fun game!

Vacation Day: Science Clinic (5-9 yrs), Newton, $
Mon, October 9, 2023  -  Mon, October 9, 2023   
Join the JCC for a deep dive into science with hand-on experiments, cool science facts and more! Get messy and have a blast in this 2-hour science laboratory adventure!

Vacation Day: Tennis Clinic (7-10 yrs), Newton, $
Mon, October 9, 2023  -  Mon, October 9, 2023   
Enjoy the beautiful fall weather and join Coach Haim in this 2-hour workshop to develop and practice your tennis skills! Work on balance, rallying, different strokes and finish the clinic with a fun game!

Fall Chess Tournament (Grades 1-8), Newton, $
Mon, October 9, 2023  -  Mon, October 9, 2023   
JCC Greater Boston invites you to spend this vacation day competing in our non-elimination Unrated, 3-Round Swiss System Fall Chess Tournament. Sections may be adjusted or added based on the number of players registered.

Opening Our Doors, Boston, Free
Mon, October 9, 2023  -  Mon, October 9, 2023   
Boston’s longest running & largest day of free cultural experiences in Boston’s art + cultural hub, the Fenway Cultural District! Performances, art, music, dance, crafts, historic walking tours, nature walks, garden tours, and more!

Big Columbus Day Sports Card Show, Massachusetts, $
Mon, October 9, 2023  -  Mon, October 9, 2023   
Sports Card & Memorabilia Show, 2 Autograph Guests Cardboard Promotions Big Sports Card & Autograph Show, Columbus Day, October 9, 8:30 to 2:15, Holiday Inn, Dedham. buy-sell-trade old & new sports cards & memorabilia, graded & ungraded cards

Kids' Free Day at Hammond Castle Museum, Grafton, $
Mon, October 9, 2023  -  Mon, October 9, 2023   
Let young minds ignite with curiosity as they explore the towering medieval castle adorned with ancient treasures. Join us at Hammond Castle Museum for Kid's Free Day!

Character Visits at Jam Time: West Natick, Natick
Mon, October 9, 2023  -  Mon, October 9, 2023   
Come meet Spiderman at Jam Time in West Natick and enjoy a morning of playtime, hugs, high-fives and pictures with Spiderman! We will also have arts & crafts in our party room!

Character Visits at Jam Time: Natick Mall, Natick
Mon, October 9, 2023  -  Mon, October 9, 2023   
Come meet Cookie Monster from Sesame Street at Jam Time in the Natick Mall and enjoy a morning of playtime, hugs, high-fives and pictures! We will also have arts & crafts in our party room!

Character Visits at Jam Time: Norwood, Norwood
Mon, October 9, 2023  -  Mon, October 9, 2023   
Come meet Skye from Paw Patrol at Jam Time in Norwood and enjoy a morning of playtime, hugs, high-fives and pictures with Skye! We will also have arts & crafts in our party room!

Pumpkin Festival at Chris' Farm Stand, Bradford, $
Mon, October 9, 2023  -  Wed, November 1, 2023   
Pick your own pumpkins and enjoy fall games and displays. There will also be a haunted house for kids, fresh vegetables and herbs for sale, photo opps and more.

Arts Wayland Presents: Painting With Watercolor and Oil Pastel, Wayland
Mon, October 9, 2023  -  Mon, November 27, 2023   
Develop or refine your skill in painting with watercolor and oil pastels, beginning on Monday, October 9th. The class will be held in a studio setting and will focus on fundamental skills.

Not-So-Haunted Family Farm Halloween Day, Westford, $
Tue, October 10, 2023  -  Tue, October 10, 2023   
Join us for a fun family Halloween event at the farm! With exciting activities that your whole family will love, visit us on the 29th of October! See you there!

Character Meet and Greets at the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular, Rhode Island, $
Tue, October 10, 2023  -  Wed, October 11, 2023   
Meet and Greet dragons and princesses at the Zoo before enjoying a stroll through the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular pumpkin trail! Fall family fun for all ages!

Jeremie Albino, Boston, $$
Tue, October 10, 2023  -  Tue, October 10, 2023   
Jeremie Albino’s grainy ballads are inflected with a joyous tenor that has found him a distinct space in the world of Americana, folk, blues, and country. Catch him at the Red Room on October 10!

Writer-in-Residence Welcome Reception and Reading | Associates of the Boston Pub, Boston
Tue, October 10, 2023  -  Tue, October 10, 2023   
The Associates of the Boston Public Library welcomes Danielle Emerson as the 2023-2024 Writer-in-Residence at this Reception and Reading. Emerson will read from her anthology of ten short stories of Diné (Navajo) culture.

Bio-Planning for a Garden in Lexington, Lexington, Free
Wed, October 11, 2023  -  Wed, October 11, 2023   
Diana will talk about the plants and trees that are beneficial for planting in Lexington and the surrounding area for the health and well-being .

Sensory-Friendly Trunk-or-Treat Extravaganza!, Randolph, Free
Wed, October 11, 2023  -  Wed, October 11, 2023   
Grab your favorite costumes and prepare for an enchanting evening of trick-or-treating fun! Our haunted halls beckon all, from ghouls to goblins, for a night of fall fun.

Brian O'Donovan presents: Niamh Parons and Graham Dunne, Somerville, $
Wed, October 11, 2023  -  Wed, October 11, 2023   
Brian O'Donovan, 24 Hour Concerts, and The Burren Backroom Series presents: World class traditional and contemporary music from around the Celtic world - Niamh Parsons and Graham Dunne!

We Were Famous, You Don’t Remember: The Embarrassment, Massachusetts, $$
Wed, October 11, 2023  -  Wed, October 11, 2023   
The Great Plain’s gawkiest and greatest lost rock band! The long-awaited feature documentary! Ignited by punk’s invasion of the Great Plains, America’s gawkiest

Colonial Cocktails And Radical Minds: A Revolutionary Book Launch, Charlestown, $
Wed, October 11, 2023  -  Wed, October 11, 2023   
Chattermark Distillers and Harvard University Press proudly present The Book Launch of KING HANCOCK: The Radical Influence of a Moderate Founding Father by historian Brooke Barbier.

The Red Room, Back Bay, $$
Wed, October 11, 2023  -  Wed, October 11, 2023   
The Signature Series presents award winning vocalist, flutist, composer, and song-writer Elena Ayodele Pinderhughes leading the Elena Pinderhughes Berklee Sextet. Tickets are on sale now!

Kids at the Cabot: Mister G, Beverly, $
Wed, October 11, 2023  -  Wed, October 11, 2023   
Ben Gundersheimer is a Latin GRAMMY Award-winning artist, author and educator. His dynamic, interactive bilingual performances aim to dissolve borders and foster cross-cultural connections. Hailed as “a bilingual rock star” by The Washington Post

Growing up in Public with Dr. Devorah Heitner, Southborough, Free
Thu, October 12, 2023  -  Thu, October 12, 2023   
Dr. Devorah Heitner will be at Fay School in Southborough on Thursday, October 12 at 7:00 PM as part of their Ideas&Insights speaker series for parents.

Boston Public Market Harvest Party, Boston, $$
Thu, October 12, 2023  -  Thu, October 12, 2023   
Join us on the evening of Thursday, October 12th, for our 6th Harvest Party, a celebration in support of the Boston Public Market’s mission to cultivate a diverse community around food!

This Is The Kit, Back Bay, $$
Thu, October 12, 2023  -  Thu, October 12, 2023   
Songwriter/banjo strummer/pinhole camera lover Kate Stables is making albums of cataclysmic honesty and welcoming tonal embraces. You really don't want to miss them!

Cold Truths for Heating Cities, Chestnut Hill, Free
Thu, October 12, 2023  -  Thu, October 12, 2023   
How can we make our cities more climate responsive? As part of our programming for our exhibition, 'Reservoir: What the Water Knows,' join us for a multidisciplinary panel discussion moderated by curator Arlinda Shtuni

5th Annual Music of Mass Incarceration, Boston, $
Thu, October 12, 2023  -  Thu, October 12, 2023   
This concert features original musical compositions written and performed by Berklee students who have completed their LENS: Contemporary Issues/Mass Incarceration course.Stacey Borden of New Beginnings Women's reentry services will speak about her foundation

Andris Nelsons conducts Haydn, Shostakovich, and Habibi with Yo-Yo Ma, cello, Massachusetts, Free
Thu, October 12, 2023  -  Sun, October 15, 2023   
Andris Nelsons conducts Haydn, Shostakovich, and Habibi with Yo-Yo Ma, cello HAYDN Symphony No. 22, Philosopher SHOSTAKOVICH Cello Concerto No. 2 Iman HABIBI Zhiân (BSO commission) SHOSTAKOVICH Cello Concerto No. 1

Symphony Hall, Boston, Free
Thu, October 12, 2023  -  Thu, October 12, 2023   
High School Open Rehearsal at Boston Symphony Orchestra - Symphony Hall Andris Nelsons, conductor Yo-Yo Ma, cello HAYDN Symphony No. 22, Philosopher SHOSTAKOVICH Cello Concerto No. 2

Rainbow Readers Book Club (3rd - 5th Grade), Arlington, Free
Thu, October 12, 2023  -  Thu, October 12, 2023   
A monthly book club for children that fall under the LGBTQ+ rainbow umbrella. We will have a fun discussion, play games, and make crafts! See you there!

Bleach the Sky: A Five Year Anniversary Bash ft. Joey T & the Dirty Burners, Somerville, $
Thu, October 12, 2023  -  Thu, October 12, 2023   
24 Hour Concerts and The Burren Backroom Series presents: Bleach the Sky celebrate five years ft. Joey T & the Dirty Burners in the backroom of The Burren!

The Company Theatre: Misery The Play, Norwell, $$
Fri, October 13, 2023  -  Sun, October 29, 2023   
From the mind of Stephen King comes the live version of this intense thriller. A famous romance novelist is held captive by a deranged woman claiming to be his no.1 fan or is she?

Frightful Fridays: Scary Tales in the Mansion, Waltham, $$$
Fri, October 13, 2023  -  Fri, October 27, 2023   
Our popular Halloween season program Frightful Fridays returns in October! Enjoy spooky stories as you move through the beautiful 1806 Mansion. The 45-minute program features 4 spooky tales!

Battleship Cove Boo Bash, Fall River, $$
Fri, October 13, 2023  -  Fri, October 27, 2023   
Trick-or-treat aboard the historic naval vessels at Battleship Cove and meet friendly costumed characters as you tour the museum. Price includes candy, activities, and admission to the museum.

Talking Smack with Jackie Mac, Massachusetts, $
Fri, October 13, 2023  -  Fri, October 13, 2023   
Jackie MacMullan brings stories and humor collected from her decades as a beat writer, columnist, author and ESPN “Around the Horn” personality covering both local teams and major national sports events

Houston Bernard and Friends, Arlington, $
Fri, October 13, 2023  -  Fri, October 13, 2023   
Country Night at Arlington's Showplace!Houston Bernard and Friends Country Night at Arlington's Showplace! Rising Country Music star Houston Bernard is joined on-stage by Tyler James Kelly ...of The Silks and Scarlett Drive

The Len Price 3 w/The Chelsea Curve, Justine & The Unclean, Somerville, $
Fri, October 13, 2023  -  Fri, October 13, 2023   
24 Hour Concerts and The Burren Backroom Series presents: High-energy garage combo from the Medway district of North Kent in the United Kingdom - The Len Price 3 with special guests in the backroom of The Burren!

Fall Festival on the Greenway, Boston
Fri, October 13, 2023   
Taste your way through 10+ food trucks and enjoy a free round of Glow in the Dark Mini Golf. There will be music from DJ O, a variety of artisan vendors, local brews from Trillium, lawn games, kids activities, and a costume contest to win free Carousel tickets.

Death and the Maiden, Rhode Island, $$
Fri, October 13, 2023  -  Sun, October 15, 2023   
A pair of powerful works casts light into darkness. From Jose Limon’s The Moor’s Pavane, exploring the central drama of Shakespeare’s Othello exploring the central drama of Shakespeare’s Othello, to a world premiere set.

Taylor Swift Painting Party @ The Painting Place, Wellesley, $$$
Fri, October 13, 2023  -  Fri, October 13, 2023   
Join us on lucky Friday the 13th, and paint your own creations with Taylor Swift Eras inspired designs - Choose between a canvas or a usable plate.

Newton Harvest Fair, Newton, Free
Sat, October 14, 2023  -  Sun, October 15, 2023   
Stop by the carnival on Saturday, then come back Sunday to share good food from food trucks, shop unique hand-crafted goods, learn about local businesses, and enjoy more carnival fun.

Annual Harvest Festival at Verrill Farm, Concord, $
Sat, October 14, 2023  -  Sat, October 14, 2023   
The annual Harvest Festival at Verrill Farm will be Saturday, October 15 from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Activities include hay rides, pumpkin picking, games, a petting zoo, pony rides, more.

37th Annual AppleFest at Wachusett Mountain, Princeton, $
Sat, October 14, 2023  -  Sun, October 22, 2023   
39th Annual Applefest featuring all things apple, local beer, great food, live music and more! Join us for our second weekend of fall themed fun. Family entertainment throughout the weekend!

Water Lantern Festival Boston, Boston, $
Sat, October 14, 2023  -  Sat, October 14, 2023   
Watch your unique lantern drift out into the water as it joins other lanterns carrying hope, love, happiness, healing, peace, and connection. It's a night that you'll never forget.

Newburyport Fall Fest 2023, Newburyport, Free
Sat, October 14, 2023  -  Sun, October 15, 2023   
The Greater Newburyport Chamber of Commerce invites you to FALL in LOVE with Newburyport! Enjoy live local bands, food trucks & libations, artisans and crafters.

OCB Kids Halloween Cookie Decorating Class, Whitman, $
Sat, October 14, 2023  -  Sat, October 14, 2023   
Each student will receive their own cookie decorating kit. All materials will be provided and step-by-step instructions will be given. Class is best suited for children ages 6-14.

Fall Bird Walk at Millennium Park, Boston, Free
Sat, October 14, 2023  -  Sat, October 14, 2023   
Join us at Millenium Park to observe resident birds and fall migrants in a unique urban habitat that is a favorite stomping ground for many bird species.

Recycled Poems: Found Poetry, Boston, $
Sat, October 14, 2023  -  Sat, October 14, 2023   
Give new life to old texts by writing found poetry, which is poetry composed by cutting up and/or manipulating preexisting texts and turning them into new poems.

Wellfleet Oyster Festival, Cape Cod
Sat, October 14, 2023  -  Sun, October 15, 2023   
Enjoy a celebration of the town's famous oysters and shellfishing traditions. Local seafood, arts & crafts, kayak & road races, walking tours, live music and theater. Activities for children will o=also be on hand.

Partial Solar Eclipse Observing with the McAuliffe Center, Framingham
Sat, October 14, 2023  -  Sat, October 14, 2023   
All are welcome to safely observe the partial solar eclipse and participate in hands-on activities! McAuliffe Center staff will facilitate hands-on activities, guide your observations, and answer questions about eclipses. Maximum eclipse: 1:25 PM.

TiE Young Entrepreneurs (TYE) Academy, Cambridge, $$$
Sat, October 14, 2023  -  Sat, May 11, 2024   
The TYE Entrepreneurship Academy is a global program dedicated to fostering future generations of industry leaders by teaching Boston area high school students the rewards and challenges of becoming an entrepreneur.

Half-day Ocean Therapy Retreat at Webb Memorial State Park, Weymouth, $$
Sat, October 14, 2023  -  Sat, October 14, 2023   
Take some time to slow down and awaken your senses for a few hours on an Ocean Therapy Retreat at Webb Memorial State Park in Weymouth.

2023 Boston Arts Academy Honors, Boston, $$$$
Sat, October 14, 2023  -  Sun, October 15, 2023   
Boston Arts Academy Foundation will host its annual BAA Honors event on Saturday, October 14th at the Intercontinental Hotel. This year’s event will be the capstone to Boston Arts Academy’s (BAA) 25th Anniversary year.

Hansel & Gretel and The Firebird, Andover, $$
Sat, October 14, 2023  -  Sat, October 14, 2023   
Dance Prism Ballet will open its 41st season with a pre-Halloween pairing of magical tales of fiendish spirits vanquished by kindness and beauty. Don't miss this beautiful and slightly spooking event!

The Baffo Box Show by Modern Times Theater, Brookline, $
Sat, October 14, 2023  -  Sun, October 15, 2023   
Performed in a one-of-a-kind wearable stage, this show packs classic hand puppetry, colorful scenery, and stand-up comedy into a cardboard box and delivers it live on stage!

Nautical Maker Series, Charlestown, $
Sat, October 14, 2023  -  Sat, October 14, 2023   
Join us in the courtyard and get into the Fall spirit! Create your own rope pumpkin to take away and add to your Fall décor!

4th Annual Fall Fair, Marblehead, Free
Sat, October 14, 2023  -  Sat, October 14, 2023   
The 4th Annual Fall Fair in the Lee Mansion Gardens in Marblehead will feature local artists, live music and fun activities for adults and kids.

14th Annual Blues After Hours, Massachusetts, $$
Sat, October 14, 2023  -  Sat, October 14, 2023   
Honoring the legacy of Mai Cramer Honoring the legacy of Mai Cramer Boston born 'Monster' Mike Welch returns to a familiar stage with...'...direct, full-throttle, hard blues' in the Blues Event-of-the-Year...

Applefest at Wachusett Mountain, Princeton, $
Sat, October 14, 2023  -  Sun, October 15, 2023   
Our most popular fall festival celebration including over 100 craft exhibitors, a farmers' market, kids entertainment and peak fall foliage viewing from the SkyRide. Also enjoy live music, Apple Pie Baking and Eating Contests, along with additional family entertainment.

Laura Doherty & The Heartbeats, Beverly, $
Sat, October 14, 2023  -  Sat, October 14, 2023   
Touring Laura Doherty & the Heartbeats acoustically rock your kid’s world with breezy folk-pop tunes from Doherty’s award-winning albums, which feature her adorable puppet friends Jazzasaurus, Paulette the Purple Dragonette, and Domingo the Flamingo!

Boo at the Zoo and Baby Boo at Buttonwood, New Bedford, $$
Sat, October 14, 2023  -  Sun, October 29, 2023   
Boo at the Zoo returns, with extra precautions, during the daytime to satisfy all your fall, Halloween and cool weather cravings. Want to show off your little ghosts and goblins? Baby Boo is for you! Baby Boo is geared towards children 5 and under, but any age is welcome!

Oktoberfest at Good Pickin' Farm, Westford, $
Sat, October 14, 2023  -  Sat, October 14, 2023   
Oktoberfest at the farm! Multiple breweries, concessions and fun for all ages! Enjoy multiple breweries, paint-your-own-pumpkin, pony rides & animal snuggles, hayrides & food, live music, vendors and more!

Cannabis Cabaret, Boston, $
Sat, October 14, 2023  -  Sat, October 14, 2023   
Welcome to Cannabis Cabaret! The THC-themed HIGH DRAG extravaganja! At Jacques' Cabaret on Saturday October 14. $15 -- outside food allowed so BYOMUNCHIES. Hosted by: Tara Dikhof Featuring: Violencia! - Chito - Jamie Zolanski - Keeli...

The Addams Family: A New Musical Comedy, Boston, $$$
Sat, October 14, 2023  -  Sun, November 19, 2023   
A comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family, features an original story and it’s every father’s nightmare: Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love!

The Rashi School Summer Camp Fair, Dedham, Free
Sun, October 15, 2023  -  Sun, October 15, 2023   
The Rashi School and Summer 365 will host a summer camp fair. Families will meet with over 30 representatives from the leading summer sleep away camps across the country.

South Street Youth Center 5K Family Fun Run/Walk, Boston, $$
Sun, October 15, 2023  -  Sun, October 15, 2023   
South Street Youth Center 5K Family Fun Run/Walk - co-hosted by Sazama Real Estate South Street Youth Center 5K Family Fun Run/Walk - co-hosted by Sazama Real Estate

Chris Funk: Music & Magic Wonderist, Arlington, $$
Sun, October 15, 2023  -  Sun, October 15, 2023   
Chris Funk, The Wonderist brings you a masigc show with live music! People of all ages and backgrounds will share an experience that helps them believe that ANYTHING is possible! 

Fall Bird Walk at Great Meadows NWR, Boston, $
Sun, October 15, 2023  -  Sun, October 15, 2023   
Let's explore Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge in Concord! We'll look for ducks, rails, bittern, Bald Eagles, and fall migrants. Great Meadows is a fantastic birding destination in any season.

Cultural Deferences, Cambridge, Free
Sun, October 15, 2023  -  Sun, October 15, 2023   
MIPSTERZ x MIT MSA x MIT Mobin present: CULTURAL DEFERENCES, a multisensory event celebrating Muslim creative voice! This showcase brings together thinkers and creatives for a soul-enriching evening of speech, music, and dramatic performance.

Hansel & Gretel and The Firebird, Littleton, $$
Sun, October 15, 2023  -  Sun, October 15, 2023   
Dance Prism Ballet will open its 41st season with a pre-Halloween pairing of Hansel and Gretel and The Firebird, magical tales of fiendish spirits vanquished by kindness and beauty.

Belmont Day School Admissions Open House, Belmont
Sun, October 15, 2023  -  Sun, October 15, 2023   
Enjoy Belmont Day School's beautiful campus and meet faculty and administrators. BDS is a pre-kindergarten to grade 8 independent school. Student ambassadors will provide tours and our faculty will share insights into their curriculum.

Kids' Art Brunch at the Ford Tavern, Medford, $
Sun, October 15, 2023  -  Sun, October 15, 2023   
Kids' Art Brunch at the Ford Tavern - where kids can have fun, parents can relax, and families can enjoy a delicious meal together! This event sells out every time so grab your tickets now!

Overnight Camp Fair, Dedham, Free
Sun, October 15, 2023  -  Sun, October 15, 2023   
Join us to meet camp directors from all over New England and beyond. We’ll have lots of campy fun for everyone, from food trucks to face painting to bouncy houses!

15th Annual ALS & MS Walk for Living, Chelsea, $
Sun, October 15, 2023  -  Sun, October 15, 2023   
The 2023 Walk for Living honors the inspiring residents at the Leonard Florence Center. Every single dollar raised goes directly back to patient care and programs for ALS and MS residents.

Davey the Clown, Brookline, $
Sun, October 15, 2023  -  Sun, October 15, 2023   
Davey the Clown is a physical comedian, juggler, unicyclist, and accordionist. Davey's show is big and funny, perfect entertainment that will keep kids and adults convulsed—with laughter!

Belmont Day School Open House, Belmont, Free
Sun, October 15, 2023  -  Sun, October 15, 2023   
Belmont Day School will be hosting an Open House to highlight their amazing faculty, curriculum, and programming. Come learn about Belmont Day's curriculum and educational philosophy.

Great Pumpkin Smash Mountain Bike Race, Westwood, $
Sun, October 15, 2023  -  Sun, October 15, 2023   
Hale's 4-mile route is designed as an XC Olympic race across some of its best trails. It offers opportunities for all ages and abilities. Family members are welcome to attend as spectators & competitors.

Jewish Teen Community Building, Cambridge
Mon, October 16, 2023  -  Mon, November 13, 2023   
Come build community, discuss your Jewish identity & experience, and have fun - games, connections, food, and a raffle! Two sessions: Monday, October 16th and Monday, November 13th, 6pm-8pm

Beginning Acrylic and Mixed Media Class for Adults, Harvard, $$
Mon, October 16, 2023  -  Wed, November 1, 2023   
In this six workshop we'll play with a variety of techniques, styles and media while having fun in this relaxed class. Each session will start with an ex-planation and demonstration.

Cece Coakley/Caroline Culver, Boston, $
Mon, October 16, 2023  -  Mon, October 16, 2023   
Singer songwriter Cece Coakley will be performing live at The Red Room on October 16 at 7 pm. Caroline Culver opens! Don't miss this and get your tickets now!

Virtual Admissions Open House – Preschool & Kindergarten, Virtual/Online, Free
Tue, October 17, 2023  -  Tue, October 17, 2023   
Join German International School Boston for a virtual open house and learn more about the play-based German immersion program for our youngest students in preschool and kindergarten.

Author Event: Judy Foreman & Liz Kinchen In Conversation, Reading, Free
Tue, October 17, 2023  -  Tue, October 17, 2023   
Judy Foreman and Liz Kinchen (authors of new books Let the More Loving One Be Me and Light in Bandaged Places) will be in conversation at Whitelam Books on Tuesday, Oct. 17 at 7 PM.

Backyard and Beyond: Outdoor Yoga, Acton
Tue, October 17, 2023  -  Tue, October 17, 2023   
Discovery Museum is a hands-on museum for families that blends science, nature, and play. Advance reservations are required to visit the museum. Visit discoveryacton.org to learn more.

Brian O'Donovan presents: Jim & Susie Malcolm, Somerville, $
Wed, October 18, 2023  -  Wed, October 18, 2023   
Brian O'Donovan, 24 Hour Concerts, and The Burren Backroom Series presents: World class traditional and contemporary music from around the Celtic world - Jim & Susie Malcolm!

One Hand Don’t Clap, Massachusetts, $$
Wed, October 18, 2023  -  Wed, October 18, 2023   
The history of Calypso and Soca music from their birth through its worldwide diaspora. One Hand Don’t Clap Wedneday, October 18th - 7:30pm Regent Theatre 7 Medford St. Arlington, MA 02474

Farm to Vine Dinner, featuring Hugh Davies of Schramsberg and Davies Wineries an, Lexington, $$
Wed, October 18, 2023  -  Wed, October 18, 2023   
Wine and dine with Hugh Davies, President and Founder of Schramsberg and Davies Vineyards. Join the Inn at Hastings Park in Town Meeting Bistro for the ultimate dining experience.

The Red Room, Boston, $$
Wed, October 18, 2023  -  Wed, October 18, 2023   
“Some moments are best described by music,” offered Zachary Stein, P.K.A Steinza, “and I try my best to bring those moments to life with my songs.”

Harry Potter-y Party @ The Painting Place, Wellesley, $$$
Wed, October 18, 2023  -  Wed, October 18, 2023   
Paint your own Harry Potter themed pottery! Come dressed up (optional!) Drop your kids off for 2 hours of crafting, painting, and games. We will have pizza and butterbeer.

Old North Church & Historic Site Presents Their Chosen Faith: Women of Color, Boston
Thu, October 19, 2023  -  Thu, October 19, 2023   
The Old North Church & Historic Site lecture series discussion will explore how some women of color in the urban North participated in the Episcopal Church during the nineteenth century.

Temple of Mercy, Carrellee, Gretchen and the Banshees, Ghost Painted Sky, Bolton, $
Thu, October 19, 2023  -  Fri, October 20, 2023   
A Curious Production and Resurrection presents Temple of Mercy, Carrellee, Gretchen & the Banshees, and Ghost Painted Sky along with DJ Sawtooth.A Gothic night of live music and dance

Matt Kahn, Massachusetts, $$
Thu, October 19, 2023  -  Thu, October 19, 2023   
LIVE and On-Stage! Healed by Love LIVE and On-Stage! Healed by Love LIVE and On-Stage! Healed by Love LIVE and On-Stage! Healed by Love LIVE and On-Stage! Healed by Love

AEG Presents: Lauren Daigle - The Kaleidoscope Tour, Boston, $$
Thu, October 19, 2023  -  Thu, October 19, 2023   
With over a billion streams and years of sold-out US and international tours to her name, Lauren Daigle continues to cement her status as a modern vocal powerhouse with a global, ever-growing fanbase.

Sailors' Series | “One Might Fancy Oneself at Sea”: New York Yacht Club and its, New Bedford, $
Thu, October 19, 2023  -  Thu, October 19, 2023   
Alice Dickinson, Curator of Collections at the New York Yacht Club wil lecture on the collection of models, fine and decorative arts, housed within the New York City clubhouse and Newport, RI house.

Comedy for Peace, Newton, $
Thu, October 19, 2023  -  Thu, October 19, 2023   
Join us for an extraordinary night of comedy and laughter featuring a stellar lineup of comedians. Join in the laughter, leave with the realization that we share more in common than meets the eye!

Andris Nelsons conducts Kendall and Beethoven Piano Concertos No. 1 and 3 with P, Boston, Free
Thu, October 19, 2023  -  Thu, October 19, 2023   
Andris Nelsons conducts Kendall and Beethoven Piano Concertos No. 1 and 3 with Paul Lewis, piano. Andris Nelsons, conductor Paul Lewis, piano Hannah KENDALL The Spark Catchers BEETHOVEN Piano Concerto No. 1

Sissy Castrogiovanni & The Sicilian Jazz Experience, Boston, $
Thu, October 19, 2023  -  Thu, October 19, 2023   
Join us for a night full of colors, rhythms, and emotions brought together by the unique fusion of the contemporary jazz and traditional Sicilian music.

Ivan Julian, Muck & The Mires, Judy Ann Nock, Somerville, $
Fri, October 20, 2023  -  Fri, October 20, 2023   
24 Hour Concerts and The Burren Backroom Series presents: Ivan Julian, Muck & The Mires, and Judy Ann Nock on the stage in the backroom of The Burren!

Halloweek - Vanessa Trien and the Jumping Monkeys Concert, Newton, Free
Fri, October 20, 2023  -  Fri, October 20, 2023   
Join us for a special glow-in-the-dark, family-friendly Halloween concert with Boston's beloved, Parents Choice Award-winning kids band, Vanessa Trien and the Jumping Monkeys! See you there!

Stoughton Y Trunk-Or-Treat!, Stoughton, $
Fri, October 20, 2023  -  Fri, October 20, 2023   
Kids can trick or treat from trunk to trunk in a line-up of vehicles parked in the parking lot with trunks or tailgates full of goodies.

Monsterbash at NARA Park, Acton, $
Fri, October 20, 2023  -  Fri, October 20, 2023   
Join us for a fun Blacklight DJ Dance Party. This event is held outdoors (dress for the weather). Costumes are not required to attend but certainly encouraged.

Used Book Sale -- Members' Preview Night, Westford, Free
Fri, October 20, 2023  -  Fri, October 20, 2023   
The Friends of the JV Fletcher Library will hold a used book sale on October 20, 21 and 22. Friday is a Members Sale, Saturday is a Public Sale, and Sunday is a Bag Sale.

Psychedelic Cinema by Ken Brown, Massachusetts, $$
Fri, October 20, 2023  -  Fri, October 20, 2023   
Live Accompaniment by Psychedelic Cinema Orchestra Live Accompaniment by Psychedelic Cinema Orchestra... A far-out journey back into the Psychedelic 60’s, revitalizing cult filmmaker Ken Brown’s Super 8 Films once used as light shows

Scarecrow Contest, Hopkinton
Fri, October 20, 2023  -  Sat, October 21, 2023   
Halloween Scarecrow Contest! Gather up your supplies and enter the HCA’s 2023 Scarecrow Contest. Scarecrows can by traditional, whimsical, funny, off-beat. Just be sure that your scarecrow is family friendly.

Boston Philharmonic Orchestra – Rossini / Elgar / Beethoven, Boston, $
Fri, October 20, 2023  -  Fri, October 20, 2023   
Boston Philharmonic Orchestra – Rossini / Elgar / Beethoven live performance at the Symphony Hall Rossini William Tell Overture Elgar Violin Concerto (Guy Braunstein) Beethoven Symphony No. 7 Benjamin Zander, conductor

Andris Nelsons conducts Kendall and Beethoven Piano Concertos No. 2 and 4 with P, Boston, Free
Fri, October 20, 2023  -  Fri, October 20, 2023   
Andris Nelsons conducts Kendall and Beethoven Piano Concertos No. 2 and 4 with Paul Lewis, piano Andris Nelsons, conductor Paul Lewis, piano Hannah KENDALL The Spark Catchers BEETHOVEN Piano Concerto No. 2

Halloween Painting Glow Party @ The Painting Place, Wellesley
Fri, October 20, 2023  -  Fri, October 20, 2023   
Come to our blacklight glow Halloween party! Admission includes a themed pottery project, games, prizes, and a dance party for everyone. Wear your costume! (optional)

Dock Dogs, Boston, Free
Sat, October 21, 2023  -  Sun, October 22, 2023   
The World’s Premier Canine Aquatics Competition is coming to Suffolk Downs! Join us Saturday, October 21st and Sunday, October 22nd for Dock Dogs, a two day competition for dogs and pet owners.

Tricks + Treats, Pembroke, $
Sat, October 21, 2023  -  Sat, October 21, 2023   
Join us for bouncy houses, immersive art, face painting, balloon artists, games, treats, and all kinds of fall activities! Wear your favorite costume or come as you are! Great for the whole family!

Sonic Symphony, Boston
Sat, October 21, 2023  -  Sat, October 21, 2023   
Relive your favorite Sonic moments, brought to life by a symphony orchestra and rock band. Sonic Symphony will be an electrifying tribute to the music that has defined generations of gamers, old and new.

The Music of Tom Petty, Massachusetts, $$
Sat, October 21, 2023  -  Sat, October 21, 2023   
The Greg Klyma Band plays the hits! The Greg Klyma Band! Featuring J. Calder, R. Chane, P. Dalton, G. Klyma and A. Santospago Regent Theatre 7 Medford St. Arlington, MA 02474

Pumpkins, Pumpkins, Pumpkins!, Boston, $
Sat, October 21, 2023  -  Sat, October 21, 2023   
Celebrate the fall season by carving your own pumpkin, playing pumpkin games, and enjoying a fall scavenger hunt. Help us press apples in the cider press and taste some amazing cider!

The Victoria Rose Scholarship Fund's Annual Halloween Party for Kids, Other Boston Area, $
Sat, October 21, 2023  -  Sat, October 21, 2023   
Join us for a spooktacular time for Annual Halloween Party for Kids! Get ready to have a blast with ghoulish games, creepy crafts, and a costume contest that will leave you screaming with excitement.

East View Farm Harvest Festival 2023, Other Boston Area, $
Sat, October 21, 2023  -  Sun, October 22, 2023   
Join us for an unforgettable day of autumn fun at East View Harvest Festival 2023 at East View Farm! Get ready to embrace the vibrant colors and crisp air of the harvest season.

Lego Train at Wenham Museum, Wenham, $
Sat, October 21, 2023  -  Sat, October 21, 2023   
Calling all LEGO fans – we’re excited to welcome the LEGO Train back to the Wenham Museum for a special fall-time visit! EVERYTHING IS AWESOME!

The 4th Annual Boston Irish Beer Festival, Canton, $$
Sat, October 21, 2023  -  Sat, October 21, 2023   
The 4th Annual Boston Irish Beer Festival featuring Ireland's Leading Beers, Stouts & Ciders! A fun day out for all of the family! See you there!

Holliston SEPAC Trunk or Treat!, Holliston, $
Sat, October 21, 2023  -  Sat, October 21, 2023   
Please join us for this fun trick or treating event! Kids have the opportunity to trick or treat from decorated car to decorated goodie bag and get candy or toys and play games!

Arts Wayland Presents: The Wait, Wayland
Sat, October 21, 2023  -  Sat, October 21, 2023   
The Wait, an original roots rock & roll band from Boston, create driving, rocking, and yet, melodic songs that make audiences happy to be alive.

Used Book Sale at JV Fletcher Library, Westford, Free
Sat, October 21, 2023  -  Sat, October 21, 2023   
The Friends of the JV Fletcher Library will hold a used book sale on October 20, 21 and 22. Friday is a Members Sale, Saturday is a Public Sale, and Sunday is a Bag Sale.

Hansel and Gretel by Tanglewood Marionettes, Brookline, $
Sat, October 21, 2023  -  Sun, October 29, 2023   
In this beautiful adaptation of the classic fairytale by the Brothers Grimm, the pages of a giant storybook turn to reveal each scene of Hansel and Gretel’s adventure!

Calmer Con Boston, Weston, Free
Sat, October 21, 2023  -  Sat, October 21, 2023   
Calmer Con is a sensory-friendly comics and pop culture convention designed to accommodate the needs of autistic attendees and those with sensory processing and anxiety concerns.

A Far Cry Presents: Ménage à Trio, Jamaica Plain, $$
Sat, October 21, 2023  -  Sun, October 22, 2023   
Grammy-Nominated chamber orchestra A Far Cry perform string trios by Freya Waley-Cohen, Salina Fisher, Errollyn Wallen, and Jean Cras for an afternoon chamber concert at St. John’s in Jamaica Plain.

Official Boston Halloween Bar Crawl - OCT 21st, 27th, 28th and 31st!, Massachusetts, $$
Sat, October 21, 2023  -  Tue, October 31, 2023   
Come on down to Boston and explore the best bars for our Official Halloween Bar Crawl in Faneuil Hall and Fenway! Prepare yourself for an amazing spooky pub crawl journey in celebration of Halloween!

Wicked Gluten Free Boston North Shore Expo, Danvers, $
Sat, October 21, 2023  -  Sat, October 21, 2023   
Join us for a day of gluten-free sampling, discovering, learning, and eating! 100+ local and national gluten-free brands, businesses, bakeries and restaurants all in place!

Arts Wayland Presents: Polymer Clay Tile Workshop, Waltham
Sat, October 21, 2023  -  Sat, October 21, 2023   
If you have always wanted to create a unique gift for a loved one or just treat yourself to a day of creativity, then this is the class for you!

National Chemistry Week: The Healing Power of Chemistry!, Acton
Sat, October 21, 2023  -  Sat, October 21, 2023   
Discovery Museum is a hands-on museum for families that blends science, nature, and play. Advance reservations are required to visit the museum. Visit discoveryacton.org to learn more.

Little Groove, Brookline, $
Sat, October 21, 2023  -  Sat, October 21, 2023   
Come to the Coolidge Corner Theatre for a real interactive music experience with your child. Little Groove performs fun and educational music for children that adults will also enjoy.

Roslindale Open Studios 2023, Roslindale, Free
Sat, October 21, 2023  -  Sun, October 22, 2023   
A neighborhood art event with over 85 artists! A range of fine art and craft will be available to view and purchase including painting, drawing, photography, sculpture, printmaking, ceramics, woodworking, textiles, jewelry, and mixed-media.

Andris Nelsons conducts Kendall, Lee, and Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 5 with Pa, Boston, Free
Sat, October 21, 2023  -  Sat, October 21, 2023   
Andris Nelsons conducts Kendall, Lee, and Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 5 with Paul Lewis, piano Andris Nelsons, conductor Paul Lewis, piano Thomas Warfield, narrator Hannah KENDALL The Spark Catchers At Symphony Hall 301 Massachusetts Avenue Boston, MA 02115

Youth MTB Intro to Jump Clinics, Westwood, $$
Sat, October 21, 2023  -  Sat, October 21, 2023   
Mountain biking jump clinics teach riders to go from wheel lifts to bunny hops to small gap jumps, and cover the mechanics of how to take off and safely land on flats and descents.

Hale-o-ween, Westwood, Free
Sat, October 21, 2023  -  Sat, October 21, 2023   
Participate in nature activities, arts and crafts, a spooky hike, and s'mores by the fire. The haunted cabin and Madame Curious are back for this Boston Parents Paper Family Favorite—visit if you dare!

HAPPY HOUR HALLOWEEN PUB CRAWL BOSTON, Boston, $
Sat, October 21, 2023  -  Sat, October 21, 2023   
Happy Hour Halloween Pub Crawl For Halloween weekend, the Faneuil Hall district of Boston is brightly lit and frightening! Prepare for a once-in-a-lifetime Halloween pub crawl!

LEGO TRAIN, Massachusetts, $$
Sat, October 21, 2023  -  Sun, October 22, 2023   
Calling all LEGO fans – we’re excited to welcome the LEGO Train back to the Wenham Museum for a special fall-time visit! Calling all LEGO fans

MAME, Broadway's Musical Hit!, Stoughton, $$
Sat, October 21, 2023  -  Sun, November 12, 2023   
Mame a very Classic Musical is based upon the story of Auntie Mame which starred Angela Lansbury and Bea Arthur on Broadway. Boasts many famous songs to include It's Today and the title song MAME.

Pumpkin Dash at Revere Beach, Revere, $$
Sun, October 22, 2023  -  Sun, October 22, 2023   
The Revere Beach Partnership is excited to announce new changes to this year’s Pumpkin Dash! We look forward to hosting all of our runners, as we take on this fast and flat beachside 5K!

Bats and Bones, Boston, $
Sun, October 22, 2023  -  Sun, October 22, 2023   
Get ready for Halloween by appreciating nature at the BNC! In this program you will learn about animal bones, and what makes each bone unique.

Conant Artisan and Craft Fair, Acton, $
Sun, October 22, 2023  -  Sun, October 22, 2023   
Now in its 41st year, we are pleased to welcome 70+ local artisans and crafters to the Conant Artisan and Craft Fair. Come shop for holiday gifts or for yourself!