Boston Festivals for Kids and Families
Find out about the top family-friendly Fairs and Festivals in Boston, including the Boston Pizza Festival, Boston Music Festivals, Boston Book Festival, Boston Christmas Festival and more.Makers Market (presented by Pentucket Arts Foundation), Groveland, Free
Today - Sun, December 15, 2019
The “Maker’s Market” is a venue for local artists, students and artisans to sell their wares. Come shop, eat, and check out the kids maker space!
Today - Sun, December 15, 2019
The “Maker’s Market” is a venue for local artists, students and artisans to sell their wares. Come shop, eat, and check out the kids maker space!
Winter Wonderland - an Indoor Amusement Park, Boston, $
Sat, December 21, 2019 - Sat, December 21, 2019
Winter Wonderland - an indoor amusement park with over 20 rides, open to the public on December 21st. All proceeds go to non-profit Christmas in the City which provides a holiday party for families in need.
Sat, December 21, 2019 - Sat, December 21, 2019
Winter Wonderland - an indoor amusement park with over 20 rides, open to the public on December 21st. All proceeds go to non-profit Christmas in the City which provides a holiday party for families in need.
New Year's Eve Fireworks on the Harbor, Boston, Free
Tue, December 31, 2019 - Wed, January 1, 2020
Boston Harbor Now in partnership with the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park, the Wharf District Council and the City of Boston is proud to announce the New Year's Eve Midnight Harbor Fireworks!
Tue, December 31, 2019 - Wed, January 1, 2020
Boston Harbor Now in partnership with the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park, the Wharf District Council and the City of Boston is proud to announce the New Year's Eve Midnight Harbor Fireworks!
New Year's Eve Ice Sculpture Stroll, Boston, Free
Tue, December 31, 2019 - Tue, December 31, 2019
The Downtown Waterfront and Harborwalk will be transformed into a magical winter wonderland on Tuesday, December 31st from 1-4PM for our seventh annual Ice Sculpture Stroll!
Tue, December 31, 2019 - Tue, December 31, 2019
The Downtown Waterfront and Harborwalk will be transformed into a magical winter wonderland on Tuesday, December 31st from 1-4PM for our seventh annual Ice Sculpture Stroll!
Celebrate the Zoo Year at Stone Zoo!, Stoneham
Tue, December 31, 2019 - Tue, December 31, 2019
Put on your party hats and get the whole family ready for the Zoo Year at Stone Zoo on December 31! And don’t miss the reindeer ice sculpture!
Tue, December 31, 2019 - Tue, December 31, 2019
Put on your party hats and get the whole family ready for the Zoo Year at Stone Zoo on December 31! And don’t miss the reindeer ice sculpture!
First Night Boston, Boston, Free
Tue, December 31, 2019 - Wed, January 1, 2020
First Night is New England's largest New Year's Eve celebration that welcomes kids, teens, adults, and families! With ice sculptures, music, and more, it is sure to be a great start to a new year!
Tue, December 31, 2019 - Wed, January 1, 2020
First Night is New England's largest New Year's Eve celebration that welcomes kids, teens, adults, and families! With ice sculptures, music, and more, it is sure to be a great start to a new year!
Mosesian Center for the Arts First Day 2020, Watertown, Free
Wed, January 1, 2020 - Wed, January 1, 2020
Come One, Come All! The Mosesian Center for the Arts invites you to celebrate the New Year at First Day 2020. Everyone's favorite day of FREE family fun returns to kickoff another awesome year!
Wed, January 1, 2020 - Wed, January 1, 2020
Come One, Come All! The Mosesian Center for the Arts invites you to celebrate the New Year at First Day 2020. Everyone's favorite day of FREE family fun returns to kickoff another awesome year!
CD DVD Vinyl Record Show, Burlington, $
Sat, January 4, 2020 - Sat, January 4, 2020
One day sale of CDs, DVDs, 45s, LPs, Box Sets, Picture Discs, Imports, Books, Stickers, posters and more music goods. NEW & USED from $1 - 50 Tables filled with fun for all ages.
Sat, January 4, 2020 - Sat, January 4, 2020
One day sale of CDs, DVDs, 45s, LPs, Box Sets, Picture Discs, Imports, Books, Stickers, posters and more music goods. NEW & USED from $1 - 50 Tables filled with fun for all ages.
New England Auto Show 2020, Boston, $$
Thu, January 16, 2020 - Mon, January 20, 2020
Come sit in the cars, pop the hoods, inspect the trunks, kick the tires. The New England International Auto Show is great entertainment for serious shoppers, car buffs and the entire family!
Thu, January 16, 2020 - Mon, January 20, 2020
Come sit in the cars, pop the hoods, inspect the trunks, kick the tires. The New England International Auto Show is great entertainment for serious shoppers, car buffs and the entire family!
Duckling Day, Boston, $$
Sun, May 10, 2020 - Sun, May 10, 2020
Duckling Day is Boston's most adorable Mother's Day event - come celebrate springtime in Boston's iconic parks! This family event is a fundraiser for the nonprofit Friends of the Public Garden.
Sun, May 10, 2020 - Sun, May 10, 2020
Duckling Day is Boston's most adorable Mother's Day event - come celebrate springtime in Boston's iconic parks! This family event is a fundraiser for the nonprofit Friends of the Public Garden.
Topsfield Strawberry Festival 2020, Topsfield, Free
Sat, June 13, 2020 - Sat, June 13, 2020
The annual Strawberry Festival sponsored by the Topsfield Historical Society. Crafts, games, music and food. Demonstration of stone wall building. Juried craft show and tours of 17th century Parson Capen House.
Sat, June 13, 2020 - Sat, June 13, 2020
The annual Strawberry Festival sponsored by the Topsfield Historical Society. Crafts, games, music and food. Demonstration of stone wall building. Juried craft show and tours of 17th century Parson Capen House.
Boston Pride Festival & Parade 2020, Boston, Free
Sat, June 13, 2020
The Boston Pride Festival is a family-friendly event that welcomes families of all types. The festival also features live entertainment, food, vendors, and more.
Sat, June 13, 2020
The Boston Pride Festival is a family-friendly event that welcomes families of all types. The festival also features live entertainment, food, vendors, and more.
Boston Dragon Boat Festival 2020, Cambridge, Free
Sun, June 14, 2020 - Sun, June 14, 2020
Celebrate the sport, history and culture of Chinese Dragon Boat Racing at the Weeks Footbridge on Memorial Drive in Cambridge. Enjoy races on Saturday & a festival on Sunday with arts, crafts, food, martial arts...
Sun, June 14, 2020 - Sun, June 14, 2020
Celebrate the sport, history and culture of Chinese Dragon Boat Racing at the Weeks Footbridge on Memorial Drive in Cambridge. Enjoy races on Saturday & a festival on Sunday with arts, crafts, food, martial arts...
Black Picnic Day formerly Negro Election Day 279, Salem, Free
Sat, July 18, 2020 - Sat, July 18, 2020
This is a cultural historical event which has been ongoing for 279 years. We bring together families, community, businesses and organizations for a day of family fun
Sat, July 18, 2020 - Sat, July 18, 2020
This is a cultural historical event which has been ongoing for 279 years. We bring together families, community, businesses and organizations for a day of family fun
The Bolton Fair 2020, Bolton, $
Fri, August 14, 2020 - Sun, August 16, 2020
The quintessential New England Fair with fun for the whole family. Great entertainment, animals, midway, live music, craft village, tractor pull, demo derby and monster trucks.The Bolton Fair will be open three full,...
Fri, August 14, 2020 - Sun, August 16, 2020
The quintessential New England Fair with fun for the whole family. Great entertainment, animals, midway, live music, craft village, tractor pull, demo derby and monster trucks.The Bolton Fair will be open three full,...
2020 Quincy August Moon Festival, Quincy, Free
Sun, August 16, 2020
The Quincy August Moon Festival will take place on Hancock Street in Quincy Center. Festival attractions include: a sampling of traditional moon cakes; food vendors; exhibitors representing various countries; cultural...
Sun, August 16, 2020
The Quincy August Moon Festival will take place on Hancock Street in Quincy Center. Festival attractions include: a sampling of traditional moon cakes; food vendors; exhibitors representing various countries; cultural...
St. Anthony's Feast 2020, Boston, Free
Thu, August 27, 2020 - Sun, August 30, 2020
The St. Anthony's Feast in the North End of Boston is celebrated each year on the last weekend in August. Enjoy parades, live music, delicious food and a festive decorated atmosphere.
Thu, August 27, 2020 - Sun, August 30, 2020
The St. Anthony's Feast in the North End of Boston is celebrated each year on the last weekend in August. Enjoy parades, live music, delicious food and a festive decorated atmosphere.
The Big E 2020, Western Mass, $$$
Fri, September 18, 2020 - Sun, October 4, 2020
The Big E is a New England autumn tradition and the ninth largest fair in North America. There's no better place to enjoy the sights, sounds and taste tempting aromas of the fall season than at The Big E.
Fri, September 18, 2020 - Sun, October 4, 2020
The Big E is a New England autumn tradition and the ninth largest fair in North America. There's no better place to enjoy the sights, sounds and taste tempting aromas of the fall season than at The Big E.
Head of The Charles Regatta 2020, Cambridge, Free
Sat, October 17, 2020 - Sun, October 18, 2020
Watch rowing teams compete from all over the country and take in the sights of autumn along the banks of the Charles River.
Sat, October 17, 2020 - Sun, October 18, 2020
Watch rowing teams compete from all over the country and take in the sights of autumn along the banks of the Charles River.
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