Boston Christmas Festival - Seaport World Trade Center, Boston
Fri 11/8 - Sun 11/10
Adults $10; Children free. Visit the festival's Facebook page for a $2 off admission coupon

The annual Christmas Festival, features the distinctive work of over 300 master American craftsmen. From gifts to holiday decorating, the festival kicks off the holiday season in style. [Details]

Annual Classical Cartoon Festival - Symphony Hall, Boston
Sat 11/9
Tickets $15

Kids of all ages can enjoy classical music, their favorite Warner Brothers cartoons on a giant screen, live musical performances, storytelling, an instrument petting zoo, classical music hosts, PBS-costumed characters, and face painting during the annual Cartoon Fest. [Details]

Neighborhood Toy Store Day - Boston Area Toy Stores
Sat 11/9
Varies

The annual Neighborhood Toy Store Day is intended to draw attention to local toy stores. Participating stores host in-store events for families, such as face painting, craft projects, live performances or special discounts. Some of our favorite toy stores that are hosting special events: Henry Bear's Park and The Curious George Store. Plus, check out the Toy Test Lab at Artbeat in Arlington. [Details]

Veteran’s Day Family Fun Weekend - USS Constitution Museum, Boston
Sat 11/9 - Mon 11/11
FREE

Kids celebrate and honor our nation’s veterans at the USS Constitution Museum by exploring A Sailor's Life activities. Learn about the daily struggles that crew members on board “Old Ironsides” faced during the War of 1812 and how their stories continue to inspire people today. [Details]

Veteran's Day at Zoo New England - Franklin Park Zoo and Stone Zoo
Sat 11/9 - Mon 11/11
Free admission for veterans

All veterans receive free admission at Franklin Park Zoo and Stone Zoo this weekend. [Details]

The Stacey Peasley Band Veteran's Day Concert - Temple Shir Tikva, Wayland
Mon 11/11
Tickets $7-$8; family max $30        

Join the Stacey Peasley Band for a morning of great music, energy, and dancing. Kids - and parents - can enjoy some of Boston's finest musicians and songs that are clever, catchy, and danceable. [Details]

The Berenstain Bears LIVE! in Family Matters, the Musical - Leventhal-Sidman JCC, Newton
Mon 11/11
$10 for members. $13 for non-members. Children under age 2 are free

The Berenstain Bears LIVE! brings everyone’s favorite bear family to life in a thrilling theatrical experience. [Details]

Boston Ballet Day - Boston Children's Museum, Boston
Mon 11/11
FREE with admission

Children can enjoy a day with Boston Ballet at Boston Children’s Museum. Meet The Nutcracker characters, listen to the music of the Boston Ballet Orchestra, take a dance class, and learn about the story of the Boston Ballet’s The Nutcracker. [Details]

Veteran's Day Parade - City Hall Plaza, Boston
Mon 11/11
FREE

Salute those who protected our country at Boston's annual Veterans Day Parade. The parade starts at the corner of Boylston and Tremont Streets at the Boston Common and ends at City Hall Plaza, where there will be short speaking program. [Details]

Veterans Day at the Museum - Children's Museum Easton
Mon 11/11
FREE with admission

Museum visitors can honor the men and women who serve our country by making projects that feature the stars and stripes and get kids ready to celebrate those who serve our country. [Details]