Welcome to the FamilyFinds Boston List! Here you’ll find a weekly list of things to do with your family around Boston. Some big events, some small ones, some free and some for a fee. Enjoy! Christine Koh is the founder and editor of Boston Mamas, the designer behind Posh Peacock, and writes a personal blog at Pop Discourse. She tweets about it all at @bostonmamas.
(September 26, 4pm) – If you’re in striking distance of Patriot Place, their fall fun program offers free family friendly programming Monday through Saturday. Today, kids can dive into hands-on science experiences by Mad Science. >>Two Patriot Place, Foxborough Read More...
(September 28, 1-2:30pm) – If you want to expose your kids to farm life beyond the pages of their favorite books (and rounds of Old MacDonald…), check out the Trucks, Tractors and Tools event at Drumlin Farm. Registration required; recommended for kids 0-6 years in age. >>208 South Great Road, Lincoln Read More...
(September 28, 7pm) – Parents impassioned by The Business of Being Born likely will be interested in More Business of Being Born. Childbirth education and birth/postpartum doula firm Calm Beginnings is hosting a special screening of the first two films in the More Business of Being Born series at the Somerville Theatre. >>55 Davis Square, Somerville Read More...
(September 29, 10:30am) – I’m pretty sure no parent would turn down a magical elf bearing three wishes (laundry, cleaning, meal prep be done!), and if you’d like to jump into this magical scenario with your kids, check out The Three Wishes at the Puppet Showplace Theatre in Brookline. This show is recommended for kids 3 and up and will show five performances starting Thursday the 29th. >>32 Station Street, Brookline Read More...
(September 30-October 10, times vary) – For those interested in a bucolic adventure north of the city, consider the Topsfield Fair, which kicks off Friday the 30th and runs until October 10. Entertainment -- animal inspired and otherwise -- will abound. >>207 Boston Street, Topsfield Read More...
(October 1pm) – Welcome October amidst the beauty of Franklin Park, where you and your family can enjoy guided nature hikes and activities, an edible plant walk, and (supervised!) tree climbing. >>Franklin Park, Boston Read More...
(September 30-October 3, times vary) – Who wouldn’t want to check out a “revolutionary street spectacle of never-before-seen proportions”? Ever-quirky and creative Davis Square will host this entertainment extravaganza starting Friday the 30th. In addition to plenty of musical entertainment, an eco-parade will proceed from Davis to Harvard Square, taking a stand for reclaiming the streets for horns, bikes, and feet. >>Locations vary; see website for details Read More...