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April School Vacation Week Activities & Events

It's April School Vacation week in the Boston area! Local Museums and organizations have set up some fantastic programming for the Vacation Week. In addition, you'll find a slew of fun live music performances, puppet & marionette shows, super science & art workshops, sports camps, and more. Spring is here - Enjoy!

Boston Metro

Boston Duck Boat Tours3 Locations, $$$
Fri, March 29, 2024  -  Wed, November 13, 2024   
Tour Boston in an authentic, renovated World War II amphibious landing vehicle. The DUCK tours the city by both land and water. Great for kids and visitors of all ages.
Greenway CarouselBoston, $
Mon, April 15, 2024  -  Wed, October 30, 2024   
A spectacular, classic carousel on the Rose F. Kennedy Greenway, rides offered all summer long. The Rose F. Kennedy Greenway Conservancy invites you and your family to come take a spin on a classic carousel.
Carousel Rides on the Boston CommonBoston, $
Sun, April 21, 2024  -  Wed, October 30, 2024   
Enjoy an old-fashioned carousel ride on the Boston Common from mid-April to the end of October. The iconic carousel features lots of new wonderful characters!
Cambridge Science Festival 2024Cambridge, Free
Mon, September 23, 2024  -  Sun, September 29, 2024   
Be Curious! Join scientists, engineers and more at the Cambridge Science Festival. The week-long celebration combines all the magic and mayhem of modern science in an action-packed program of events, demonstrations,...
Free Admission at ICA on President's DayBoston, Free
Mon, February 17, 2025  -  Mon, February 17, 2025   
In honor of President’s Day the ICA is offering free admission for all. Kick off February vacation week with new three new exhibitions and art-making activities.
Lego Maritime FestivalCharlestown, Free
Mon, February 17, 2025  -  Tue, February 25, 2025   
Calling LEGO® fans of all ages– it’s time for the USS Constitution Museum’s annual LEGO® Maritime Festival! Get ready to build your best ship throughout February School Vacation Week

Connecticut

CT Science Center: Open for February VacationConnecticut, $$
Mon, February 17, 2025  -  Tue, February 25, 2025   
We will be open daily February 17-25 from 10AM-4PM! Embark on a thrilling expedition to the Connecticut Science Center with your family during February Vacation days when the young ones are off school.