Nature & Outdoors
Earth Day Clean Up Month, , Free
Wed, April 1, 2026 - Thu, April 30, 2026
Hale is partnering with Westwood Environmental Action and the Town of Westwood DPW to clean up Westwood. here are various spots available depending on your schedule and locations so sign up today.
Wed, April 1, 2026 - Thu, April 30, 2026
Hale is partnering with Westwood Environmental Action and the Town of Westwood DPW to clean up Westwood. here are various spots available depending on your schedule and locations so sign up today.
Arnold Arboretum Self-Guided Walking Tours, , Free
Sun, April 12, 2026 - Wed, November 25, 2026
From flowers and fragrance to fruits and textures to the bare bones of winter’s deciduous plants, the Arnold Arboretum is a dynamic landscape throughout the year! Families can also take the self-guided tour with a plant treasure map.
Sun, April 12, 2026 - Wed, November 25, 2026
From flowers and fragrance to fruits and textures to the bare bones of winter’s deciduous plants, the Arnold Arboretum is a dynamic landscape throughout the year! Families can also take the self-guided tour with a plant treasure map.
Field of Daffodils at New England Botanic Garden, , $$
Wed, April 15, 2026 - Fri, May 15, 2026
One of the most popular attractions at New England Botanic Garden (Tower Hill), the Field of Daffodils, is in full bloom. Book your admission ticket to visit this one-of-a-kind experience with 25,000+ daffodils swaying...
Wed, April 15, 2026 - Fri, May 15, 2026
One of the most popular attractions at New England Botanic Garden (Tower Hill), the Field of Daffodils, is in full bloom. Book your admission ticket to visit this one-of-a-kind experience with 25,000+ daffodils swaying...
Earth Week at Discovery Museum!,
Sat, April 18, 2026 - Sun, April 26, 2026
Discovery Museum is a hands-on museum for families that blends science, nature, and play. The fully accessible campus provides indoor STEM-based exhibits and a nature playscape and giant treehouse for open-ended learning explorations.
Sat, April 18, 2026 - Sun, April 26, 2026
Discovery Museum is a hands-on museum for families that blends science, nature, and play. The fully accessible campus provides indoor STEM-based exhibits and a nature playscape and giant treehouse for open-ended learning explorations.
Wicked Tulips Flower Farm U-Pick Tulip Experience, , $$
Wed, April 22, 2026 - Tue, May 12, 2026
Tiptoe through more than 600,000 tulips, experience the sights, sounds, and smells of spring on a historic farm and bring home a fresh hand picked bouquet of the most amazing tulips you have ever seen.
Wed, April 22, 2026 - Tue, May 12, 2026
Tiptoe through more than 600,000 tulips, experience the sights, sounds, and smells of spring on a historic farm and bring home a fresh hand picked bouquet of the most amazing tulips you have ever seen.
Nantucket Annual Daffodil Festival,
Today - Sun, April 26, 2026
Millions of blooming daffodils will transform Nantucket during the Annual Daffodil Festival. Lots of fun activities amidst the beautiful spring landscape.
Today - Sun, April 26, 2026
Millions of blooming daffodils will transform Nantucket during the Annual Daffodil Festival. Lots of fun activities amidst the beautiful spring landscape.
Western Massachusetts Trio of Waterfalls Tour from Boston, , $$$
Sat, April 25, 2026 - Sat, May 16, 2026
Escape the city for a day of exploring some of the most beautiful waterfalls in Western Massachusetts on this all inclusive day trip from Boston.
Sat, April 25, 2026 - Sat, May 16, 2026
Escape the city for a day of exploring some of the most beautiful waterfalls in Western Massachusetts on this all inclusive day trip from Boston.
Community Stargazing, , Free
Tue, April 28, 2026 - Tue, April 28, 2026
Join us to use telescopes to observe the night sky! McAuliffe Center staff are available throughout the event to answer your questions about telescopes and our Universe.
Tue, April 28, 2026 - Tue, April 28, 2026
Join us to use telescopes to observe the night sky! McAuliffe Center staff are available throughout the event to answer your questions about telescopes and our Universe.
Homeschool: Magnificent Mushrooms (Ages 6-12) at New England Botanic Garden, , $
Fri, May 1, 2026 - Fri, May 1, 2026
Embark on an exploration through the forest trails in search of mushrooms. Together we will learn about the “funguys” of the forest as we discuss their adaptations, lifecycle, and their importance in the food web.
Fri, May 1, 2026 - Fri, May 1, 2026
Embark on an exploration through the forest trails in search of mushrooms. Together we will learn about the “funguys” of the forest as we discuss their adaptations, lifecycle, and their importance in the food web.
Spring Heritage Stroll at Powisset Farm, , $
Sat, May 2, 2026 - Sat, May 2, 2026
Enjoy a guided walk through the scenic, storied landscapes of historic Powisset Farm in Dover, previously owned by Boston sculptor, entrepreneur, farmer and philanthropist, Amelia Peabody.
Sat, May 2, 2026 - Sat, May 2, 2026
Enjoy a guided walk through the scenic, storied landscapes of historic Powisset Farm in Dover, previously owned by Boston sculptor, entrepreneur, farmer and philanthropist, Amelia Peabody.
Lilac Sunday at Arnold Arboretum 2026, , Free
Sun, May 10, 2026 - Sun, May 10, 2026
This beloved Boston tradition celebrates the lilacs as well as many other special collections at their peak at this lovely time of year. Come celebrate spring at the Arnold Arboretum.
Sun, May 10, 2026 - Sun, May 10, 2026
This beloved Boston tradition celebrates the lilacs as well as many other special collections at their peak at this lovely time of year. Come celebrate spring at the Arnold Arboretum.
Evening with Experts: The Caterpillar Lab, , Free
Wed, May 20, 2026 - Wed, May 20, 2026
Join The Caterpillar Lab outdoors as UV lights reveal the dazzling diversity of life after dark, and learn simple ways to explore nighttime pollinators at home.
Wed, May 20, 2026 - Wed, May 20, 2026
Join The Caterpillar Lab outdoors as UV lights reveal the dazzling diversity of life after dark, and learn simple ways to explore nighttime pollinators at home.
Community Stargazing, , Free
Fri, May 22, 2026 - Fri, May 22, 2026
Join us to any time between 8:45pm - 10:00pm to use telescopes to observe the night sky! McAuliffe Center staff are available to answer your questions about telescopes and our Universe.
Fri, May 22, 2026 - Fri, May 22, 2026
Join us to any time between 8:45pm - 10:00pm to use telescopes to observe the night sky! McAuliffe Center staff are available to answer your questions about telescopes and our Universe.
Mini Veggie Gardens (Ages 6-9) at New England Botanic Garden, , $$
Sat, May 23, 2026 - Sat, May 23, 2026
Discover the magic of growing your own food as you participate in this hands-on gardening class. Participants will learn the life cycle of plants, what they need to survive, and how to harvest.
Sat, May 23, 2026 - Sat, May 23, 2026
Discover the magic of growing your own food as you participate in this hands-on gardening class. Participants will learn the life cycle of plants, what they need to survive, and how to harvest.
Backyard and Beyond: Outdoor Fort Building at Discovery Museum, , Free
Thu, May 28, 2026 - Thu, May 28, 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.
Thu, May 28, 2026 - Thu, May 28, 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.
Massachusetts Free Fishing Weekend (Freshwater),
Sat, June 6, 2026 - Sun, June 7, 2026
Take a friend or family member fishing -- you won't need a fishing license in freshwater for these two days! All other fishing regulations apply.
Sat, June 6, 2026 - Sun, June 7, 2026
Take a friend or family member fishing -- you won't need a fishing license in freshwater for these two days! All other fishing regulations apply.
Summer Solstice Swim & S’mores, , Free
Thu, June 18, 2026 - Thu, June 18, 2026
Kick off summer with an open swim and s’mores by the fire. Open swim with lifeguards will take place from 5:00–7:15 PM, followed by a campfire and s’mores on the beach.
Thu, June 18, 2026 - Thu, June 18, 2026
Kick off summer with an open swim and s’mores by the fire. Open swim with lifeguards will take place from 5:00–7:15 PM, followed by a campfire and s’mores on the beach.
31st Annual South End Garden Tour, , $$
Sat, June 20, 2026 - Sat, June 20, 2026
The South End Garden Tour is a self-guided tour through the neighborhood, stopping at historical places, private and public gardens, and other significant spots.
Sat, June 20, 2026 - Sat, June 20, 2026
The South End Garden Tour is a self-guided tour through the neighborhood, stopping at historical places, private and public gardens, and other significant spots.
Mushroom Walk at Hale, , Free
Sun, June 28, 2026 - Sun, June 28, 2026
Join us on a 2-hr walk around Hale to explore fungi, led by members of the Boston Mycological Club (BMC)’s ID committee and Nick Rajtar from the University of Minnesota lab.
Sun, June 28, 2026 - Sun, June 28, 2026
Join us on a 2-hr walk around Hale to explore fungi, led by members of the Boston Mycological Club (BMC)’s ID committee and Nick Rajtar from the University of Minnesota lab.
