Nature and Outdoor Events for Kids and Families Near Boston
Introducing children to the wonders of nature at an early age can do wonders for the imagination, and help to raise a caring environmentally aware human. Find all sorts of nature-themed events near Boston for kids and treat them to a wonderful world of learning.Outdoor & Unplugged: A Walk in the Woods, New Hampshire, $
Thu, March 10, 2022 - Thu, July 21, 2022
Enjoy a guided family-friendly nature walk through Alnoba's 600 acres of forests, ponds, trails, fields and art collection.
Thu, March 10, 2022 - Thu, July 21, 2022
Enjoy a guided family-friendly nature walk through Alnoba's 600 acres of forests, ponds, trails, fields and art collection.
New England Aquarium Whale Watch Cruise, Boston, $$$
Sat, March 19, 2022 - Sun, November 13, 2022
The New England Aquarium has partnered with Boston Harbor City Cruises to give visitors front-row seats to view the ocean’s most fascinating and magnificent animals. Join us! The New England Aquarium Whale Watch conveniently departs from Central Wharf.
Sat, March 19, 2022 - Sun, November 13, 2022
The New England Aquarium has partnered with Boston Harbor City Cruises to give visitors front-row seats to view the ocean’s most fascinating and magnificent animals. Join us! The New England Aquarium Whale Watch conveniently departs from Central Wharf.
Swan Boat Rides, Back Bay, $
Sat, April 16, 2022 - Mon, September 5, 2022
Enjoy a peaceful 15 minute paddleboat cruise around the Boston Garden lagoon. The only boats of their kind in the world, inspired by the opera Lohengrin.
Sat, April 16, 2022 - Mon, September 5, 2022
Enjoy a peaceful 15 minute paddleboat cruise around the Boston Garden lagoon. The only boats of their kind in the world, inspired by the opera Lohengrin.
Uprooted: A Land Art Exhibition by Gary Smith, Boylston, $
Sat, April 23, 2022 - Tue, November 1, 2022
Explore 11 stunning sculptures set amongst the landscape of New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill. Made from natural materials collected at the garden, this exhibit celebrates the connections between people and nature.
Sat, April 23, 2022 - Tue, November 1, 2022
Explore 11 stunning sculptures set amongst the landscape of New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill. Made from natural materials collected at the garden, this exhibit celebrates the connections between people and nature.
Guided Tours: Uprooted, Boylston, Free
Wed, May 11, 2022 - Fri, September 30, 2022
An award-winning landscape architect, his garden design work has focused almost entirely on public botanical gardens including the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, Longwood Gardens, and Santa Fe Botanical Garden.
Wed, May 11, 2022 - Fri, September 30, 2022
An award-winning landscape architect, his garden design work has focused almost entirely on public botanical gardens including the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, Longwood Gardens, and Santa Fe Botanical Garden.
Ferry Service to Boston Harbor Islands, Boston, $
Fri, May 20, 2022 - Mon, September 5, 2022
Cool down at the Boston Harbor Islands! Enjoy the exhilarating ferry ride and then swim, kayak, hike and picnic on the islands. Spectacle Island is an easy ferry ride from Long Wharf in downtown Boston.
Fri, May 20, 2022 - Mon, September 5, 2022
Cool down at the Boston Harbor Islands! Enjoy the exhilarating ferry ride and then swim, kayak, hike and picnic on the islands. Spectacle Island is an easy ferry ride from Long Wharf in downtown Boston.
Arlington Astronomy Nights at Robbins Park, Arlington, Free
Sat, June 11, 2022 - Sat, September 3, 2022
This summer, Astronomy Nights at Robbins Farm Park return! Due to scheduling constraints, we'll only have three nights this year.
Sat, June 11, 2022 - Sat, September 3, 2022
This summer, Astronomy Nights at Robbins Farm Park return! Due to scheduling constraints, we'll only have three nights this year.
Summer Classes on the Farm, Newton, $$
Tue, July 5, 2022 - Fri, September 2, 2022
Calling all future farmers, scientists, chefs, naturalists, and gardeners! We are excited to invite children back to the Farm for a joyful summer learning experience in 2022.
Tue, July 5, 2022 - Fri, September 2, 2022
Calling all future farmers, scientists, chefs, naturalists, and gardeners! We are excited to invite children back to the Farm for a joyful summer learning experience in 2022.
Fairyborough, Acton, $
Sat, July 9, 2022 - Thu, July 14, 2022
Welcome to Fairyborough – the little city with a big future! Design, build, and explore a mysterious forest environment of fairy houses, gnome homes, and sprite skyscrapers
Sat, July 9, 2022 - Thu, July 14, 2022
Welcome to Fairyborough – the little city with a big future! Design, build, and explore a mysterious forest environment of fairy houses, gnome homes, and sprite skyscrapers
Weekly Guided Nature Hikes at the Bog, Foxboro, Free
Fri, July 15, 2022 - Fri, August 26, 2022
Join Teacher Naturalists from Mass Audubon for an hour hike around The Bog at Patriot Place located behind Bass Pro Shops on Friday at 10:00 AM!
Fri, July 15, 2022 - Fri, August 26, 2022
Join Teacher Naturalists from Mass Audubon for an hour hike around The Bog at Patriot Place located behind Bass Pro Shops on Friday at 10:00 AM!