Boston Arts & Crafts Events for Kids and Families
Calendar of family and kids events that involve arts & crafts activities, happening near Boston.
DROP-IN Paint Pottery, Canvas & Plaster at The Painting Place, Wellesley, $$
Thu, December 22, 2022 - Wed, December 20, 2023
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!
Thu, December 22, 2022 - Wed, December 20, 2023
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!
Home Depot's Kids' Workshops (First Saturday of the month), Massachusetts, Free
Sun, January 1, 2023 - Mon, January 1, 2024
Do you have a budding Bob the Builder or Handy Manny? Let then do the real thing by trying their hand an building something at Home Deopt's free Kid's Workshops.
Sun, January 1, 2023 - Mon, January 1, 2024
Do you have a budding Bob the Builder or Handy Manny? Let then do the real thing by trying their hand an building something at Home Deopt's free Kid's Workshops.
Boston Open Market at Copley Square / Boylston Street, Boston, Free
Mon, May 1, 2023 - Wed, November 1, 2023
Now in its third season, the Boston Open Market will be returning this year in its new location on Boylston Street! The market will feature 60 local artists, makers and designers each week, highlighting the areas...
Mon, May 1, 2023 - Wed, November 1, 2023
Now in its third season, the Boston Open Market will be returning this year in its new location on Boylston Street! The market will feature 60 local artists, makers and designers each week, highlighting the areas...
Downtown Boston Arts Market, Boston, Free
Thu, May 4, 2023 - Fri, October 27, 2023
The Downtown Boston Arts Market brings local artisans to the heart of the City on a weekly basis. The public can browse the unique offerings and come back to see the rotating vendors.
Thu, May 4, 2023 - Fri, October 27, 2023
The Downtown Boston Arts Market brings local artisans to the heart of the City on a weekly basis. The public can browse the unique offerings and come back to see the rotating vendors.
Greenway Artisan's Market, Boston, Free
Sun, May 7, 2023 - Tue, October 31, 2023
Held Saturdays and every 1st and 3rd Sunday, from May through October along the Wharf District Parks of the Rose Kennedy Greenway are crafts and fair trade products for your perusal.
Sun, May 7, 2023 - Tue, October 31, 2023
Held Saturdays and every 1st and 3rd Sunday, from May through October along the Wharf District Parks of the Rose Kennedy Greenway are crafts and fair trade products for your perusal.
M is for Museum & P is for Playdate, Massachusetts, $
Fri, August 11, 2023 - Fri, May 10, 2024
Join us the 2nd Friday of the month for our M is for Museum/P is for Playdate program! Each month, we read a story, then do a related craft or activity.
Fri, August 11, 2023 - Fri, May 10, 2024
Join us the 2nd Friday of the month for our M is for Museum/P is for Playdate program! Each month, we read a story, then do a related craft or activity.
Pastel Exploration Class, Newton, $$$
Thu, September 14, 2023 - Thu, December 7, 2023
Discover the limitless possibilities of pastels! A wide variety of techniques will be demonstrated, including: linear strokes, scumbling, feathering and blending. Composition, perspective, values (lights & darks) and color relationships.
Thu, September 14, 2023 - Thu, December 7, 2023
Discover the limitless possibilities of pastels! A wide variety of techniques will be demonstrated, including: linear strokes, scumbling, feathering and blending. Composition, perspective, values (lights & darks) and color relationships.
Jewelry & Metalsmithing Workshop for Teens, Brookline, $$$
Mon, September 18, 2023 - Mon, December 4, 2023
Spend your day exploring the wonderful world of jewelry and metals! Students will gain a general knowledge of jewelry making and metalsmithing techniques in this half day program.
Mon, September 18, 2023 - Mon, December 4, 2023
Spend your day exploring the wonderful world of jewelry and metals! Students will gain a general knowledge of jewelry making and metalsmithing techniques in this half day program.
Learn the Magic of Creative Collaging, Newton, $$$
Tue, September 26, 2023 - Tue, December 5, 2023
Ignite your creativity and experience the thrill of transforming old drawings, prints, paintings, or photographs into new creations. Learn how combining images and printed materials can create striking works of art.
Tue, September 26, 2023 - Tue, December 5, 2023
Ignite your creativity and experience the thrill of transforming old drawings, prints, paintings, or photographs into new creations. Learn how combining images and printed materials can create striking works of art.
Garden Inspired Mixed Media, Boylston, $$$
Today - Fri, September 29, 2023
Explore watercolor and mixed media to make vibrant, exciting artwork capturing the beauty of nature. Using inspiration from the natural elements, colors, and shapes in the gardens.
Today - Fri, September 29, 2023
Explore watercolor and mixed media to make vibrant, exciting artwork capturing the beauty of nature. Using inspiration from the natural elements, colors, and shapes in the gardens.
En Plein Air Painting Class, Boylston, $$$
Today - Fri, October 20, 2023
Painting outside in the landscape is a rich experience: not only are you responding to the natural light, but also the atmosphere of the day and a moment in time.
Today - Fri, October 20, 2023
Painting outside in the landscape is a rich experience: not only are you responding to the natural light, but also the atmosphere of the day and a moment in time.
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.
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.
Toddler Story Time Painting @ The Painting Place, Wellesley, $$
Thu, October 5, 2023 - Thu, October 5, 2023
Come to The Painting Place for toddler story time - we will read a book and paint a themed project. Meet new friends and join our disco lights dance party!
Thu, October 5, 2023 - Thu, October 5, 2023
Come to The Painting Place for toddler story time - we will read a book and paint a themed project. Meet new friends and join our disco lights dance party!
Build Your Own Stuffed Animal & Kid's Activities, Other Boston Area, $$
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!
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!
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.
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.
Taylor Swift Painting Party @ The Painting Place, Wellesley, $$$
Fri, October 13, 2023 - Fri, October 13, 2023
Join us on lucky Friday the 13th, and paint your own creations with Taylor Swift Eras inspired designs - Choose between a canvas or a usable plate.
Fri, October 13, 2023 - Fri, October 13, 2023
Join us on lucky Friday the 13th, and paint your own creations with Taylor Swift Eras inspired designs - Choose between a canvas or a usable plate.
Recycled Poems: Found Poetry, Boston, $
Sat, October 14, 2023 - Sat, October 14, 2023
Give new life to old texts by writing found poetry, which is poetry composed by cutting up and/or manipulating preexisting texts and turning them into new poems.
Sat, October 14, 2023 - Sat, October 14, 2023
Give new life to old texts by writing found poetry, which is poetry composed by cutting up and/or manipulating preexisting texts and turning them into new poems.
Kids' Art Brunch at the Ford Tavern, Medford, $
Sun, October 15, 2023 - Sun, October 15, 2023
Kids' Art Brunch at the Ford Tavern - where kids can have fun, parents can relax, and families can enjoy a delicious meal together! This event sells out every time so grab your tickets now!
Sun, October 15, 2023 - Sun, October 15, 2023
Kids' Art Brunch at the Ford Tavern - where kids can have fun, parents can relax, and families can enjoy a delicious meal together! This event sells out every time so grab your tickets now!
Beginning Acrylic and Mixed Media Class for Adults, Harvard, $$
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.
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.
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.
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.
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)
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)
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!
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!
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!
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!
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.
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.
Needham High School Craft Fair, Needham, $
Sat, October 28, 2023 - Sat, October 28, 2023
The Needham High School Craft Fair is looking for crafters to sell their high quality, handmade items! If you are interested, please reach out for an application by emailing [email protected].
Sat, October 28, 2023 - Sat, October 28, 2023
The Needham High School Craft Fair is looking for crafters to sell their high quality, handmade items! If you are interested, please reach out for an application by emailing [email protected].
Arts Wayland Presents: Mosaic Mirror Workshop, Wayland
Sun, November 5, 2023 - Sun, November 5, 2023
With the holidays right around the corner, now's the time to create something special for your loved ones that they will enjoy and use at the Mosaic Mirror Workshop.
Sun, November 5, 2023 - Sun, November 5, 2023
With the holidays right around the corner, now's the time to create something special for your loved ones that they will enjoy and use at the Mosaic Mirror Workshop.
Art and Nature: Pressed Plants in Clay, Boston, $
Sat, November 11, 2023 - Sat, November 11, 2023
Join us at the nature center for a hike where we will collect seeds and plants, and then create clay art pieces using the imprints of plants.
Sat, November 11, 2023 - Sat, November 11, 2023
Join us at the nature center for a hike where we will collect seeds and plants, and then create clay art pieces using the imprints of plants.
Arts Wayland Presents: Infinity Scarf Workshop, Wayland
Wed, December 6, 2023 - Wed, December 6, 2023
On Wednesday, December 6th from 10 am to 3 pm in the First Parish in Wayland, join Arts Wayland for a “Weave an Infinity Scarf Workshop” on a pre warped rigid heddle loom.
Wed, December 6, 2023 - Wed, December 6, 2023
On Wednesday, December 6th from 10 am to 3 pm in the First Parish in Wayland, join Arts Wayland for a “Weave an Infinity Scarf Workshop” on a pre warped rigid heddle loom.
Arts Wayland Presents: Mosaic Jewelry Workshop, Waltham
Fri, December 8, 2023 - Fri, December 8, 2023
On December 8th from 6:30-9 pm, enjoy a night out making jewelry. Mosaic artist Amy Lou Marks will supply the silver-plated pendant bases and earring blanks and all the glass, china, beads, jewels and bling.
Fri, December 8, 2023 - Fri, December 8, 2023
On December 8th from 6:30-9 pm, enjoy a night out making jewelry. Mosaic artist Amy Lou Marks will supply the silver-plated pendant bases and earring blanks and all the glass, china, beads, jewels and bling.
Make a MESS at Discovery Museums, Acton, $
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, Arlington, $
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.
