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Family Activities at the Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near EastCambridge, Free
Sun, November 24, 2024  -  Sun, March 30, 2025   
Join Harvard Museums of Science & Culture volunteers for a live story reading and hands-on, family-friendly activities at the Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East. Recommended for ages 5–12. Admission to the museum is free.
Sensory Friendly Playtime at Jam Time4 Locations
Thu, January 2, 2025  -  Thu, April 3, 2025   
Sensory friendly playtime is back a Jam Time (Maynard, West Natick & Norwood (not the mall). Join us on the first Thursday of each month November - April.
Killer in the Conservatory: The Price of ImmortalityBoylston, $$
Fri, January 10, 2025  -  Sat, January 25, 2025   
Join New England Botanic Garden for an immersive and interactive murder mystery experience in collaboration with Escapism Productions. Each ticket includes one free beverage, popcorn bar, and a killer evening of murder mystery fun.
Bonsai Beginner Workshop at Twisted Fate BrewingDanvers, $$
Thu, January 23, 2025  -  Thu, March 27, 2025   
Bonsai Beginner Workshop at Twisted Fate Brewing. Happens on the following Dates: Jan 23, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:30pm Timezone: EST Feb 13, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:30pm Timezone: EST Mar 27, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:30pm Timezone: EST
MASS MoCA Free Day 2025Western Mass, Free
Today  -  Sat, January 25, 2025   
MASS MoCA’s annual community celebration returns to the creative campus in North Adams, Mass. Offering a variety of author talks in the R&D Store, art-making in Kidspace, gallery activations, and more, all free of charge.
Honeymoon Giveaway-South Shore Bridal Bash @ Nantasket Beach ResortHull, $
Sun, January 26, 2025  -  Sun, January 26, 2025   
Join us to get a $200 door prize for attending and the chance to win $7,500 in giveaways and a honeymoon! Grab your bride tribe
2025 Boston Lunar New Year Festival GalaBoston, Free
Sun, January 26, 2025  -  Sun, January 26, 2025   
Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with traditional performances, cultural showcases, and community spirit as we ring in the Lunar New Year together. Celebrate the Year of the Snake at Boston City Hall!
Big Sports Card & Autograph ShowMassachusetts, $
Sun, January 26, 2025  -  Sun, January 26, 2025   
Big Sports Card & Autograph Show Sports Card & Memorabilia Show, 2 Autograph Guests Cardboard Promotions Big Sports Card & Memorabilia Show, Sunday, January 26, 8:30 to 1:30, enVision Hotel, Mansfield. 85 Vendor Tables, Buy-Sell-Trade, Free Hourly Door Prizes, $3...
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Lunar New Year Celebration at the Museum of Fine Arts (MFA)Boston, Free
Thu, January 30, 2025  -  Thu, January 30, 2025   
Visit the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, to celebrate Lunar New Year! Explore Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese traditions while enjoying activities, demonstrations, and performances throughout the day.
ArtsThursdays: Cozy Winter GlowCambridge, Free
Thu, January 30, 2025  -  Thu, January 30, 2025   
Join us for a free, fun night at the Harvard Museums of Science & Culture! Come with a date, come with friends, or make new friends while strolling through the galleries.
Lunar New Year Night Market at Bow MarketSomerville, Free
Thu, January 30, 2025  -  Thu, January 30, 2025   
Join us for our Lunar New Year Night Market to welcome the year of the Snake. Enjoy food & drink specials & shop our local AAPI maker market in Upstairs at Bow.
Boat Builders Show on Cape CodHyannis
Fri, January 31, 2025  -  Sun, February 2, 2025   
Boat Builders Show: Custom Boats both in wood and fiberglass, power and sail.Come see a large selection of unique, custom and non-production boats in both wood and fiberglass.
Free Admission Sports Card & Autograph ShowMarlborough, Free
Sat, February 1, 2025  -  Sat, February 1, 2025   
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Lunar New Year Celebration at Cambridge Main LibraryCambridge, Free
Sat, February 1, 2025  -  Sat, February 1, 2025   
Happy Lunar New Year! Gong Xi Gong Xi! Boston Minghui School will celebrate the Chinese New Year at the Cambridge Main Library on the afternoon of February 1, 2025 (Saturday).
The Boston Cocktail Mocktail ChallengeBoston, $
Sat, February 1, 2025  -  Sat, February 1, 2025   
Grab your friends to sample and vote for the winning cocktails and mocktails, and get free swag items from select vendors along the way! on Saturday February 01, 2025
Summer Camp & Kids Activities FairBedford, Free
Sun, February 2, 2025  -  Sun, February 2, 2025   
Free admission! Meet camp representatives and gather information on 30+ local and overnight summer camps, summer programs, entertainment and activities, and year-round classes such as dance, martial arts, sports, etc.
Bonsai Beginner Workshop at Lord Hobo Brewing Co. - WoburnMassachusetts, $$
Mon, February 3, 2025  -  Mon, March 3, 2025   
Beginner workshops are perfect for you to grab your friends, grab a drink and come make tiny trees! Happens on the following Dates: Feb 3, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:30pm Timezone: EST Mar 3, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:30pm Timezone: EST
Black History Month Story TimeBoston, Free
Tue, February 4, 2025  -  Tue, February 4, 2025   
Join us for a collaborative Story Time with the Museum of African American History. Get ready to sing, laugh, and clap along to captivating tunes as we celebrate Black History Month!
Jam Time Sensory Night at NatickNatick, $
Thu, February 6, 2025  -  Thu, February 6, 2025   
During this hour of play we offer dimmed lighting, limited capacity, and lowered music volume. Siblings are welcome. Sensory kits are available upon request. Children who would benefit from limited capacity are also welcome.
Jam Time Sensory Night at MaynardMaynard, $
Thu, February 6, 2025  -  Thu, February 6, 2025   
During this hour of play we offer dimmed lighting, limited capacity, and lowered music volume. Siblings are welcome. Sensory kits are available upon request. Children who would benefit from limited capacity are also welcome.
Jam Time Sensory Night at NorwoodNorwood, $
Thu, February 6, 2025  -  Thu, February 6, 2025   
During this hour of play we offer dimmed lighting, limited capacity, and lowered music volume. Siblings are welcome. Sensory kits are available upon request. Children who would benefit from limited capacity are also welcome.
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Lunar New Year: Celebrate the Year of the SnakeWenham
Fri, February 7, 2025  -  Fri, February 7, 2025   
Welcome the Year of the Snake and celebrate the Lunar New Year! Learn about the origins of Chinese traditions such as dances, lanterns, lucky tangerines, and rattle drums through crafts and performance.
Game On Fitchburg/360 Hoops Ribbon Cutting InvitationalFitchburg, Free
Fri, February 7, 2025  -  Fri, February 7, 2025   
Game On Fitchburg will host a Ribbon Cutting Invitational to celebrate a new partnership with 360 Hoops and give the community an opportunity to experience the new game firsthand.
I ♥ ScienceCambridge, $
Sat, February 8, 2025  -  Sat, February 8, 2025   
Shake off the winter blues and let your inner scientist loose. This popular annual event offers the opportunity to interact with professional scientists and amateur collectors while trying your hand at simple science explorations.
Lunar New Year at the MITCambridge, Free
Sat, February 8, 2025  -  Sat, February 8, 2025   
Welcome the Year of the Snake with hands-on crafts, face painting, treats and hot drinks, and entertainment! Presented in collaboration with our friends in MIT's Graduate Tower at Site 4.
2 Day Sports & Non-Sports Card ShowMassachusetts, Free
Sat, February 8, 2025  -  Sun, February 9, 2025   
2 Day Sports & Non-Sports Card Show Free Admission Sports Card & Memorabilia Show Event Address:- Emerald Square Mall 999 South Washington St. North Attleboro, MA 02760 https://cli.re/93975-2-day-sports--non-sports-card-show
Chinese New Year Lion Dance Parade & Cultural Village 2025Boston, Free
Sun, February 9, 2025  -  Sun, February 9, 2025   
Save the date! Please come join us for Chinatown's 2025 Lion Dance Parade and Cultural Village in celebration of the Year of the Snake. See you there!
AHA! Night, Whale you Be Mine?New Bedford, Free
Thu, February 13, 2025  -  Thu, February 13, 2025   
Join us on AHA! Night when Art, History & Architecture come alive in New Bedford! On February 13th we celebrate all things Poe as part of the Big Read in New Bedford.
The Mega Awesome Super Huge Wicked Fun Podcast PlaydateBoston, $
Sat, February 15, 2025  -  Sun, February 16, 2025   
CitySpace's two-day podcast festival for kids returns with performances presented by WBUR and friends: live performances from “Circle Round,” “But Why,” The Big Fib,” “Greeking Out” “The Past and The Curious” and “Terrestrials.”
Happy Hearts Teddy Bear Tea Party | 2025Salem, $$
Sat, February 15, 2025  -  Sat, February 15, 2025   
Join us for a magical and love-filled adventure at The Good Witch of Salem’s Teddy Bear Tea Party, where every moment is designed to bring joy, creativity, and meaningful connections to children and their families.
Lunar New Year Festival at the Peabody Essex Museum: Year of the SnakeSalem
Sat, February 15, 2025  -  Sat, February 15, 2025   
Join us for performances, storytelling and art making as we celebrate Lunar New Year! Take a tour through Yin Yu Tang, PEM’s 200-year old Chinese home and more!
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QARI Lunar New Year Festival: QuincyQuincy, Free
Sun, February 16, 2025   
The Annual Quincy QARI Lunar New Year Festival will celebrate the new Lunar Year which will take place at North Quincy High School. 2025 brings the Year of the Snake, symbolizing adaptability, prosperity, transformation...
Presidents Day Sports Card & Autograph ShowMassachusetts, $
Mon, February 17, 2025  -  Mon, February 17, 2025   
Presidents Day Sports Card & Autograph Show Big Sports Card & Autograph Show, 2 Autograph Guests Cardboard Promotions Big Sports Card & Memorabilia Show, Presidents Day holiday, Monday, February 17, 8:30 to 2:15, Holiday Inn Dedham.
February Vacation Week Activities: USS Constitution MuseumCharlestown, Free
Mon, February 17, 2025  -  Fri, February 21, 2025   
Enjoy some good old fashioned maritime fun at the Annual Ship Model Show. Make a model of the USS Constitution, do a scavenger hunt in the galleries, color signal flags!
Bonsai Beginner Workshop at Old Planters BreweryMassachusetts, $$
Tue, February 18, 2025  -  Tue, March 18, 2025   
Beginner workshops are perfect for you to grab your friends, grab a drink and come make tiny trees! Happens on the following Dates: Feb 18, 2025, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: EST Mar 18, 2025, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: EST
Bonsai Beginner Workshop at Deacon Giles DistilleryMassachusetts, $$
Thu, February 20, 2025  -  Thu, March 13, 2025   
Beginner workshops are perfect for you to grab your friends, grab a drink and come make tiny trees! Happens on the following Dates: Feb 20, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:30pm Timezone: EST Mar 13, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:30pm Timezone: EST
Mayor's Youth Summit 2025Boston, Free
Sat, February 22, 2025  -  Sat, February 22, 2025   
The 2025 Mayor's Youth Summit will be an exciting space for Boston's youth to come together to celebrate the contributions of young people to our City’s culture.
Big Sports Card & Autograph ShowMassachusetts, $
Sun, February 23, 2025  -  Sun, February 23, 2025   
Big Sports Card & Autograph Show Big Sports Card & Memorabilia Show. Meet Bruins legend Tim Thomas Cardboard Promotions Big Sports Card & Memorabilia Show, Sunday, February 23, 8:30 to 2:15, enVision Hotel, Mansfield.
Access MBA In-Person Event on February 26th in BostonBoston, Free
Wed, February 26, 2025  -  Wed, February 26, 2025   
Get matched with the best business schools for your profile, program preferences & career goals. Join our next free in-person event in Boston on 26th February
Unimy Grad Fair, February 27th, Boston: Top Master’s Programs in STEM & othersBoston, Free
Thu, February 27, 2025  -  Thu, February 27, 2025   
Students will have the opportunity to meet and discuss with representatives from some of the best US universities and discover endless possibilities for their professional future.
Bonsai Beginner Workshop at Ipswich Ale BreweryMassachusetts, $$
Wed, March 19, 2025  -  Wed, March 19, 2025   
Bonsai Beginner Workshop at Ipswich Ale Brewery. Beginner workshops are perfect for you to grab your friends, grab a drink and come make tiny trees!
Gillette Stadium Monster JamFoxboro, $
Sat, April 12, 2025  -  Sat, April 12, 2025   
This. Is. Monster Jam™! The most unexpected, unscripted and unforgettable motorsports experience for families and fans in the world today returns to Foxborough at Gillette Stadium on Saturday, April 12 at 7pm
An Unforgettable Mother’s Day Brunch at the Beechwood HotelWorcester
Sun, May 11, 2025  -  Sun, May 11, 2025   
The Beechwood’s Mother’s Day Brunch seatings will be offered on Sunday, May 11th at 11am, 12pm, and 1pm. Free and ample parking is always available on-site. For reservations, call (508) 453-1113 or email [email protected].
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Duckling Day Boston 2025Boston, $$$
Sun, May 11, 2025  -  Sun, May 11, 2025   
The Friends of the Public Garden, in association with the City of Boston Parks and Recreation Department, celebrates Mother’s Day with Boston-area families during its annual Duckling Day event. The next Duckling Day...
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2025 Memorial Day Flag GardenBoston, Free
Thu, May 22, 2025  -  Mon, May 26, 2025   
Home Base and Massachusetts Military Heroes Fund invite you to help create Boston’s iconic Memorial Day Flag Garden tribute.
Acton's July 4th Celebration & Fireworks at NARA ParkActon, Free
Fri, July 4, 2025  -  Fri, July 4, 2025   
Family Fun from 5-8:30, Free Concert featuring Thirty6 Red, 7:30, fireworks by Pyrotechnico at 9:30/Dusk! Round trip shuttle bus service from Nagog Park.
Boston Comic Con: FanExpoBoston, $$
Fri, August 8, 2025  -  Sat, August 10, 2024   
FAN EXPO Boston is a large playground for all fans of comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, and gaming that attracts hundreds of thousands of people in Boston.
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Sail Boston 2026Boston, Free
Sat, July 11, 2026  -  Thu, July 16, 2026   
Bostonians welcome crews and cadets from all over the world to their harbor on a continual basis as part of the Visiting Ship Program and are gearing up to greet the return of the Tall Ship fleet for Sail Boston 2017!
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