Arts & Crafts
DROP-IN Paint Pottery, Canvas & Plaster at The Painting Place, , $$
Mon, September 1, 2025 - Tue, September 1, 2026
The Painting Place is a fun, creative paint you own pottery studio for all ages. Make a gift or make something special for yourself. reserve your spot today!
Mon, September 1, 2025 - Tue, September 1, 2026
The Painting Place is a fun, creative paint you own pottery studio for all ages. Make a gift or make something special for yourself. reserve your spot today!
Private School No School Workshops at The Painting Place, , $$
Mon, September 1, 2025 - Mon, June 15, 2026
Drop your kids off for a super fun, creative few hours at The Painting Place! Choose one day ore more… *Individual hours can be added (during checkout) to each day chosen up until 4pm.
Mon, September 1, 2025 - Mon, June 15, 2026
Drop your kids off for a super fun, creative few hours at The Painting Place! Choose one day ore more… *Individual hours can be added (during checkout) to each day chosen up until 4pm.
Art Explorers Club at The Painting Place, , $$
Wed, October 8, 2025 - Wed, June 17, 2026
Join us for a fun-filled weekly Mixed Media Art Class, where creativity has no limits. Each Wednesday, kids will explore a new art form—learning about different styles, famous artists, and cultures from around the world.
Wed, October 8, 2025 - Wed, June 17, 2026
Join us for a fun-filled weekly Mixed Media Art Class, where creativity has no limits. Each Wednesday, kids will explore a new art form—learning about different styles, famous artists, and cultures from around the world.
Drop-In Kids' Craft at Boston Public Market, , Free
Thu, January 1, 2026 - Mon, June 1, 2026
Stop by the Nook at the Boston Public Market every Saturday at 10:00 am for FREE drop-in kids' crafts. Bring the whole family for hands-on seasonal fun at the Boston Public Market Association.
Thu, January 1, 2026 - Mon, June 1, 2026
Stop by the Nook at the Boston Public Market every Saturday at 10:00 am for FREE drop-in kids' crafts. Bring the whole family for hands-on seasonal fun at the Boston Public Market Association.
Drop-in Art Making at PEM, , $$
Sun, January 4, 2026 - Mon, June 1, 2026
Experiment with different colors, textures and shapes as you create your own works of art in our studios. Each week features a new theme and project.
Sun, January 4, 2026 - Mon, June 1, 2026
Experiment with different colors, textures and shapes as you create your own works of art in our studios. Each week features a new theme and project.
Pottery Wheel Class | One Time, , $
Fri, January 9, 2026 - Thu, December 31, 2026
Take a spin on the potters wheel! Check out any of our one-time workshops! Great for first time potters - or those looking for a fun refresher.
Fri, January 9, 2026 - Thu, December 31, 2026
Take a spin on the potters wheel! Check out any of our one-time workshops! Great for first time potters - or those looking for a fun refresher.
KidZone: Family Art Sundays at the New Bedford Art Museum, , $
Sun, February 1, 2026 - Sun, December 20, 2026
KidZone Sundays at the Art Museum. Drop-in art making for kids ages 4–12 and their families. All materials included. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Sun, February 1, 2026 - Sun, December 20, 2026
KidZone Sundays at the Art Museum. Drop-in art making for kids ages 4–12 and their families. All materials included. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Mosaic Heart or Jewelry Workshop, , $$
Sat, March 7, 2026 - Sun, May 3, 2026
Take a break from the everyday and spend an inspiring afternoon creating art with Arts Wayland member Amy Marks. These relaxed, hands-on mosaic workshops are designed for all levels of skill. .
Sat, March 7, 2026 - Sun, May 3, 2026
Take a break from the everyday and spend an inspiring afternoon creating art with Arts Wayland member Amy Marks. These relaxed, hands-on mosaic workshops are designed for all levels of skill. .
Art-Making After Dark at the ICA, , Free
Thu, March 12, 2026 - Thu, May 7, 2026
Get creative on select Free Thursday nights with art-making activities designed by local artists. Plus, visit the galleries, grab a drink from the ICA Wine + Coffee Bar,* and connect over creativity. No experience necessary.
Thu, March 12, 2026 - Thu, May 7, 2026
Get creative on select Free Thursday nights with art-making activities designed by local artists. Plus, visit the galleries, grab a drink from the ICA Wine + Coffee Bar,* and connect over creativity. No experience necessary.
Kids Painting indoors at Kings Bowling, , $
Sun, March 29, 2026 - Sun, April 26, 2026
Let’s paint together! Enjoy bowling afterwards 2 for 1 at King’s! Available in 2 dates. This class is great for the whole family and includes all materials needed to paint.
Sun, March 29, 2026 - Sun, April 26, 2026
Let’s paint together! Enjoy bowling afterwards 2 for 1 at King’s! Available in 2 dates. This class is great for the whole family and includes all materials needed to paint.
Teen Saturdays Workshops / ¡Sábados de Jóvenes, , $
Sat, April 11, 2026 - Sat, May 16, 2026
Join Teen Saturdays Workshop at the Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology this spring! High school teens, ages 13–18, are invited to explore ancient cooking in two workshops.
Sat, April 11, 2026 - Sat, May 16, 2026
Join Teen Saturdays Workshop at the Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology this spring! High school teens, ages 13–18, are invited to explore ancient cooking in two workshops.
Watercolor and Oil Pastel Workshop,
Sun, April 12, 2026 - Tue, June 2, 2026
Discover the vibrant possibilities of watercolor and oil pastel in this engaging eight-week class with Rahul Ray. Painting with Watercolor and Oil Pastel with Rahul Ray will meet Tuesdays from 5:45–7:15 pm.
Sun, April 12, 2026 - Tue, June 2, 2026
Discover the vibrant possibilities of watercolor and oil pastel in this engaging eight-week class with Rahul Ray. Painting with Watercolor and Oil Pastel with Rahul Ray will meet Tuesdays from 5:45–7:15 pm.
Paint Nights in Franklin Park, , Free
Wed, April 15, 2026 - Wed, April 29, 2026
Ready to unleash your inner artist? Join us at William J. Devine Golf Clubhouse in Franklin Park for a FREE Paint Night! No experience needed—just bring your creativity! All supplies will be provided.
Wed, April 15, 2026 - Wed, April 29, 2026
Ready to unleash your inner artist? Join us at William J. Devine Golf Clubhouse in Franklin Park for a FREE Paint Night! No experience needed—just bring your creativity! All supplies will be provided.
Painting Place April Vacation Camps, , $$
Mon, April 20, 2026 - Fri, April 24, 2026
Do your kid's like to paint, play games, do crafts, make slime and so much more? We have some super fun indoor and outdoor activities planned (weather permitting).
Mon, April 20, 2026 - Fri, April 24, 2026
Do your kid's like to paint, play games, do crafts, make slime and so much more? We have some super fun indoor and outdoor activities planned (weather permitting).
The Artist Cycle: Toying With Time, , Free
Today - Fri, April 24, 2026
Free Art Gallery & Teen Night! Toying with Time invited young creators in Brockton to reimagine the past and build towards what’s next. Turning memories in masterpieces!
Today - Fri, April 24, 2026
Free Art Gallery & Teen Night! Toying with Time invited young creators in Brockton to reimagine the past and build towards what’s next. Turning memories in masterpieces!
Spin & Score! - Build Your Own Game, , $
Today - Fri, April 24, 2026
Monday, April 20th:CloudBurst Tuesday, April 21st: Seed to Soil, Planting Project Wednesday, April 22nd: Bugtopia, Bug Hotel Thursday, April 23rd: Sky Rush, Zipline Challenge Friday, April 24th: Spin & Score! Build your own game
Today - Fri, April 24, 2026
Monday, April 20th:CloudBurst Tuesday, April 21st: Seed to Soil, Planting Project Wednesday, April 22nd: Bugtopia, Bug Hotel Thursday, April 23rd: Sky Rush, Zipline Challenge Friday, April 24th: Spin & Score! Build your own game
Beginner Spooncarving Workshop, , $$$
Sat, April 25, 2026 - Sat, April 25, 2026
Spend a day with Suffolk Studio learning how to hand-carve wooden cooking spoons! Whether you’re new to woodworking or just looking to slow down and make something, this is a great way to dive in.
Sat, April 25, 2026 - Sat, April 25, 2026
Spend a day with Suffolk Studio learning how to hand-carve wooden cooking spoons! Whether you’re new to woodworking or just looking to slow down and make something, this is a great way to dive in.
The Upcycling Unit Art Workshop, , Free
Wed, April 29, 2026 - Wed, April 29, 2026
Recycled Art Workshop for Youth Wednesday, April 29 | 2–4 PM Arts Wayland Gallery Join Shining Xu and Aaliyah Kachroo of Wayland Middle School for a creative workshop launching their 8th Grade Civics project on recycling awareness.
Wed, April 29, 2026 - Wed, April 29, 2026
Recycled Art Workshop for Youth Wednesday, April 29 | 2–4 PM Arts Wayland Gallery Join Shining Xu and Aaliyah Kachroo of Wayland Middle School for a creative workshop launching their 8th Grade Civics project on recycling awareness.
Speaker Series: Chromatic Wonders of the Fungi Kingdom, , $
Wed, April 29, 2026 - Wed, April 29, 2026
Explore how mushrooms reveal a hidden spectrum of color through art, science, and nature-inspired design in this online lecture presented by New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill.
Wed, April 29, 2026 - Wed, April 29, 2026
Explore how mushrooms reveal a hidden spectrum of color through art, science, and nature-inspired design in this online lecture presented by New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill.
Greenway Artisan Market, , Free
Sat, May 2, 2026 - Sat, October 24, 2026
Held Saturdays in May and Saturdays & Sundays, from June through October along the Wharf District Parks of the Rose Kennedy Greenway are crafts and fair trade products for your perusal.
Sat, May 2, 2026 - Sat, October 24, 2026
Held Saturdays in May and Saturdays & Sundays, from June through October along the Wharf District Parks of the Rose Kennedy Greenway are crafts and fair trade products for your perusal.
Boston Open Market at Boylston Street, , Free
Sat, May 2, 2026 - Thu, October 29, 2026
Nestled in the heart of Boston, visitors can discover local goodness directly from artists and makers every Saturday from May to October right along the Boylston Street entrance to the Boston Public Garden.
Sat, May 2, 2026 - Thu, October 29, 2026
Nestled in the heart of Boston, visitors can discover local goodness directly from artists and makers every Saturday from May to October right along the Boylston Street entrance to the Boston Public Garden.
Greener Good Market at Magazine Beach Park Nature Center, , Free
Sat, May 2, 2026 - Sat, May 2, 2026
Discover eco-friendly treasures at Magazine Beach Park Nature Center’s first Greener Good Market! Local vendors will showcase handcrafted goods made from sustainable materials, including upcycled art, natural skincare, zero-waste home essentials, and more.
Sat, May 2, 2026 - Sat, May 2, 2026
Discover eco-friendly treasures at Magazine Beach Park Nature Center’s first Greener Good Market! Local vendors will showcase handcrafted goods made from sustainable materials, including upcycled art, natural skincare, zero-waste home essentials, and more.
Glass Painting Workshop, , $$
Sun, May 3, 2026 - Sun, May 3, 2026
Glass Painting Workshop at Arts Wayland Gallery Discover the beauty of glass painting in this relaxing and creative hands-on workshop at the Arts Wayland Gallery, 35 Andrew Ave, Wayland.
Sun, May 3, 2026 - Sun, May 3, 2026
Glass Painting Workshop at Arts Wayland Gallery Discover the beauty of glass painting in this relaxing and creative hands-on workshop at the Arts Wayland Gallery, 35 Andrew Ave, Wayland.
Build a Bubble Wand at Discovery Museum, , Free
Fri, May 8, 2026 - Fri, May 8, 2026
Discovery Museum is a hands-on museum for families that blends science, nature, and play. The fully accessible campus provides indoor STEM-based exhibits and a nature playscape and giant treehouse for open-ended learning explorations.
Fri, May 8, 2026 - Fri, May 8, 2026
Discovery Museum is a hands-on museum for families that blends science, nature, and play. The fully accessible campus provides indoor STEM-based exhibits and a nature playscape and giant treehouse for open-ended learning explorations.
Arneis Quartet, , Free
Sat, May 9, 2026 - Sat, May 9, 2026
Join us for the live performance of Arneis Quartet at Shalin Liu Performance Center. Join us for the live performance of Arneis Quartet at Shalin Liu Performance Center.
Sat, May 9, 2026 - Sat, May 9, 2026
Join us for the live performance of Arneis Quartet at Shalin Liu Performance Center. Join us for the live performance of Arneis Quartet at Shalin Liu Performance Center.
Mother's Day Bouquets (Ages 5-12) at New England Botanic Garden, , $$
Sat, May 9, 2026 - Sat, May 9, 2026
Get introduced to floriography and learn how flowers can be used to send messages and convey meaning. Each child participant will create an arrangement in a vase.
Sat, May 9, 2026 - Sat, May 9, 2026
Get introduced to floriography and learn how flowers can be used to send messages and convey meaning. Each child participant will create an arrangement in a vase.
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a creative twist!, , $$
Sun, May 10, 2026 - Sun, May 10, 2026
Paint and decorate your own pot, fill it with fresh flowers, and take home wildflower seeds so your blooms keep growing long after the workshop ends.
Sun, May 10, 2026 - Sun, May 10, 2026
Paint and decorate your own pot, fill it with fresh flowers, and take home wildflower seeds so your blooms keep growing long after the workshop ends.
Glass In Flight at New England Botanic Garden, , $
Sat, May 16, 2026 - Sat, October 31, 2026
Step into a world of color and wonder with Glass in Flight. This unforgettable exhibition at New England Botanic Garden features 30 larger-than-life stained-glass and steel sculptures expertly crafted by artist Alex Heveri.
Sat, May 16, 2026 - Sat, October 31, 2026
Step into a world of color and wonder with Glass in Flight. This unforgettable exhibition at New England Botanic Garden features 30 larger-than-life stained-glass and steel sculptures expertly crafted by artist Alex Heveri.
Yarn Blossoms (Ages 8-12) at New England Botanic Garden, , $$
Sun, May 17, 2026 - Sun, May 17, 2026
Learn about our favorite May blooms and use those flowers as inspiration for a yarn painting. Participants will sketch out their flower design and then learn how to cut, shape, and glue their yarn.
Sun, May 17, 2026 - Sun, May 17, 2026
Learn about our favorite May blooms and use those flowers as inspiration for a yarn painting. Participants will sketch out their flower design and then learn how to cut, shape, and glue their yarn.
Art & Nature: Flowers (Ages 5-7) at New England Botanic Garden, , $$
Sat, May 30, 2026 - Sat, May 30, 2026
Explore a new garden topic every other month through play, art, and storytelling. We will be creative and mix up our own salt dough and shape it into a simple flower.
Sat, May 30, 2026 - Sat, May 30, 2026
Explore a new garden topic every other month through play, art, and storytelling. We will be creative and mix up our own salt dough and shape it into a simple flower.
C.S. Lewis' The Screwtape Letters, , $$
Sat, June 6, 2026 - Sat, June 6, 2026
Spend an evening in hell in with the witty, engaging Screwtape, a senior tempter working to capture the soul of an unsuspecting human on earth. A faithful, funny adaption of C.S. Lewis' classic novel.
Sat, June 6, 2026 - Sat, June 6, 2026
Spend an evening in hell in with the witty, engaging Screwtape, a senior tempter working to capture the soul of an unsuspecting human on earth. A faithful, funny adaption of C.S. Lewis' classic novel.
Sparrow Plein Air Festival,
Fri, June 12, 2026 - Sun, June 14, 2026
Join us for a weekend of painting, creativity, and connection—outdoors in Middlebury, Vermont! The 2nd annual Sparrow Plein Air Festival is a three-day painting and sketching event that transforms Middlebury into a vibrant, open-air studio.
Fri, June 12, 2026 - Sun, June 14, 2026
Join us for a weekend of painting, creativity, and connection—outdoors in Middlebury, Vermont! The 2nd annual Sparrow Plein Air Festival is a three-day painting and sketching event that transforms Middlebury into a vibrant, open-air studio.
Festival By the Lake, , Free
Sun, June 14, 2026 - Sun, June 14, 2026
The annual Craft Festival on the Wakefield Commons, along the shoreline of picturesque Lake Quannapowitt. Enjoy games, bouncy house and pony rides for children. Great event for the whole family.
Sun, June 14, 2026 - Sun, June 14, 2026
The annual Craft Festival on the Wakefield Commons, along the shoreline of picturesque Lake Quannapowitt. Enjoy games, bouncy house and pony rides for children. Great event for the whole family.
Weaving The Wrack Line,
Sun, June 14, 2026 - Sun, June 14, 2026
Join fiber artist and ocean activist Rebecca McGee Tuck for Weaving the Wrack Line, an interactive weaving workshop.
Sun, June 14, 2026 - Sun, June 14, 2026
Join fiber artist and ocean activist Rebecca McGee Tuck for Weaving the Wrack Line, an interactive weaving workshop.
Arts Fest Beverly 2026, , Free
Sat, June 20, 2026 - Sat, June 20, 2026
Arts Fest is a free outdoor festival in downtown Beverly that’s fun for the whole family! Join us outside on Cabot St for art vendors, live music, and local food.
Sat, June 20, 2026 - Sat, June 20, 2026
Arts Fest is a free outdoor festival in downtown Beverly that’s fun for the whole family! Join us outside on Cabot St for art vendors, live music, and local food.
Needham High School Artisan Craft Fair and Bake Sale, , $
Sat, October 24, 2026 - Sat, October 24, 2026
Annual Craft Fair with 100 Local Vendors with affordable, unique handcrafted items, and Bake Sale with homemade favorites, plus donations from local restaurants & bakeries.
Sat, October 24, 2026 - Sat, October 24, 2026
Annual Craft Fair with 100 Local Vendors with affordable, unique handcrafted items, and Bake Sale with homemade favorites, plus donations from local restaurants & bakeries.
Make a MESS at Discovery Museums, , $
Wed, July 11, 2103 - Wed, July 31, 2013
The Make a MESS (Math, Engineering, Science, & Stuff) program series uses the arts as an introduction to Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). Come and have a good time.
Wed, July 11, 2103 - Wed, July 31, 2013
The Make a MESS (Math, Engineering, Science, & Stuff) program series uses the arts as an introduction to Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). Come and have a good time.
Snowflake Stow Box Craft, , $
Tue, January 12, 3019 - Sun, January 13, 2019
Create a box with pearl paints and icy glass bubbles for a fun place to stow your treasures. $15pp. Please check the Artbeat website for a photo of this project.
Tue, January 12, 3019 - Sun, January 13, 2019
Create a box with pearl paints and icy glass bubbles for a fun place to stow your treasures. $15pp. Please check the Artbeat website for a photo of this project.
