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New England kids have so much to smile about, with a season full of holiday activities and Christmas events! Photo courtesy of the I Love Wickford Village Facebook page

25 Holiday Activities and Christmas Events in New England for Kids

Experience seasonal fun with Christmas activities throughout New England.

New England Family Travel Guide

The best towns, museums, and more family-friendly attractions in New England.

Boston's 2022 holiday shows include the magic of "'Twas the Night Before..." by Cirque du Soleil! Photo courtesy of Cirque du Soleil

Holiday Shows for Kids 2022: Boston Ballet Nutcracker, Cirque du Soleil, and More

From Cirque du Soleil's magic to the Boston Ballet's classic , holiday shows for 2022!

Among the best things to do in Boston with kids—enjoy Free Entrance Days in the National Parks this November! Photo courtesy of Mass Audubon

Best of November: Top Things To Do in Boston with Kids

The Best of November brings holiday fun to Boston!

SingleCare offers major savings on more than 10,000 prescription drugs through its free app.

This App Offers Up to 80% Off the Whole Family’s Prescription Meds–Here’s My SingleCare Review

And prices are often lower than an insurance copay.

Fill your bucket with more than apples and candy–Take a bite out of autumn with our Fall Bucket List for kids! Apple Picking photo courtesy of the Massachusetts Office of Tourism

Fall Bucket List for Kids: Top Things To Do in Boston This Fall

Explore fall fun in Boston with the top autumn activities!

Playing in fall foliage is one of the most beautiful and fun things to do with kids in Boston in the autumn

Fall Fun Guide for Boston Kids

Find the best things to do near Boston with kids this fall.

Try a mommy and me swim lesson in Boston

Guide to Boston Classes and Activities for Kids

Find fun classes for kids of all ages and interests!

Wow them with science at MIT. Photo courtesy of MIT Museum

20 Fun Things To Do in Boston with Teens

Craving some bonding time with your big kid? Teenagers approve of these 20 fun activities in and...

Explore a new area on a weekend trip with the kids from Boston

Day Trips and Weekend Getaways from Boston

Get inspiration for your next family weekend trip with our guide to weekend getaways from Boston...

Get the kids out apple picking near Boston this fall! Photo courtesy of Smolak Farms

Apple Picking Near Boston: Best Apple Orchards for Apple Picking with Kids

Find the best places for apple picking and more near Boston!

Peek inside a rainforest at Providence's Roger Williams Park Zoo.

Boston Zoos: There's More Than Just the Franklin Park Zoo!

The Franklin Park Zoo is only one of Boston's amazing animal attractions.

Holiday Happenings at Suffolk Downs photo courtesy of the event

A Christmas Stroll, Sleigh Bells Concert and More Things To Do in Boston This Weekend with Kids

Tree lightings, craft shows and more come to Boston this weekend.

10 One-Mile-or-Less Hikes to Take with Your Preschooler Around Boston

With short routes, easy footing, and lots of interesting features—flowers! play areas! volcanic...

Step into family fun in the Merrimack Valley. Photo courtesy of the Salisbury Beach Partnership.

25 Things To Do in the Merrimack Valley with Kids

See what the Merrimack Valley has to offer families.

Big league fun awaits at Boston's top attractions for kids. Photo courtesy of Fenway Park

Top Attractions in Boston: Best Things To See and Do with Kids

Explore our guide to the best things to see and do with kids in Boston. These 30 attractions are...

Family Travel Guide

The very best kid-friendly vacation destinations for making memories.

Remnant Brewery at Bow Market provides a family-friendly space, Photo courtesy of Merritt Chase.

Family-Friendly Boston Breweries and Beer Gardens

Families enjoy music, games, and adult- and kid-friendly treats at Boston breweries and beer...

Sweeten someone else's day by donating Halloween candy to troops, the elderly, or children in need. Photo courtesy of the Halloween Candy Buyback Program

5 Sweet Ways to Donate Halloween Candy: Ronald McDonald House, Operation Shoebox, and More

Sweeten someone's day by donating to troops or kids in need.

Teatime meets playtime in Beverly. Photo courtesy of the Children's Piazza

Indoor Play Spaces for Boston Kids

All the best indoor activities for Boston families.

Photo courtesy of Kahuna Laguna Lodge, Red Jackets Resorts

Best Indoor Water Parks in New England for Easy Family Getaways

There's splashy fun to be had, even during a New England winter.

These boredom-busting activities turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.

65 Indoor Activities for Kids on a Rainy Day

Try one of these boredom-busting activities to turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.

Photo courtesy of Boston Playground

Top 10 Indoor Play Spaces near Boston

Cure cabin fever with an escape to one of these indoor playgrounds.

The Robert Gould Shaw and the 54th Massachusetts Regiment Memorial. Photo courtesy of the National Parks Service

Black-Owned Restaurants, Shops, and Landmarks to Discover in Boston

Support the best kid-friendly, Black-owned spots in Boston.

Hiking is just one of many things to do in the White Mountains region of New Hampshire, but it sure delivers great views!

25 Things to Do in the White Mountains of New Hampshire with Kids

Mountain hikes, lakes, skiing, and more adventures await in New Hampshire.

Music fills the air, as light festivals and winter wonderlands mark Thanksgiving Weekend 2022 in Boston! Boston Tuba performance photo by Peter Lee, via Flickr (CC BY-NC-ND 2.0)

Thanksgiving Weekend 2022 in Boston: Santa's Wonderland, Holiday Light Shows, and the Polar Express

Thanksgiving weekend 2022 in Boston kicks off holiday activities in New England!

Cool tide pools at Halibut Point State Park. Photo by August Muench/Flickr/CC BY 2.0

10 State Parks and Forests in Massachusetts That Are Fun To Visit with Kids

These parks are full of fun spots for kids to splash or scramble.

Who you lookin' at?! The Tropical Forest at Franklin Park Zoo. Photo by Don Crasco/Franklin Park Zoo

Franklin Park Zoo: Top Tips for a Great Visit with Kids

The best things to do at Franklin Park Zoo.

Try a little freeze dancing, robot style! Photo courtesy of Pavel Danilyuk via Pexels

30 Exercise Games and Indoor Activities to Get Kids Moving

These easy indoor exercise ideas get everyone moving, laughing, and tired out.

Online classes, shows, camps, and tutoring offer enrichment without leaving home.

Online Camps and Virtual Classes You Can Still Book for Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Kids, and Tweens

These school break camps and online classes meet wherever you are.

Walpole's Ice Cream Festival has plenty of flavors, but way more smiles! Photo courtesy of Friends of Francis William Bird Park

Best of August: Top Things To Do in Boston with Kids

The summer fun is far from over, so check out the best August has to offer!

These free online classes and educational resources are perfect for homeschooling and remote learning..

30+ (Mostly FREE) Online Learning Resources, Apps, and Games for Kids

Supplement distance learning with these online lessons, apps, and more.

All sibs in the pool! Small group sessions are available now at Goldfish. Photo courtesy of Goldfish Swim School

Swimming Lessons for Boston Kids, Babies, and Toddlers (Where Parents Don't Need to Get in the Pool!)

Secretly wish you could take the "parent" out of parent-child swim lessons?

Science experiments and STEM activities for kids entrance children with their "magic."

Guide to Science Experiments for Kids and Fun STEM Activities

Easy at-home experiments and STEM activities to have fun and learn something new.

Pizza and bowling are up everyone's alley in Somerville and Salem. Photo courtesy of Flatbread Pizza Salem/Facebook

15 Boston-Area Restaurants Where Kids Can Play While You Eat (and Relax)

Good food and kids' activities? Score! These kid-friendly restaurants let parents relax while...

New England sleepaway camps get kids out into nature. Photo courtesy of Farm and Wilderness Camp.

New England Sleepaway Camps Where Kids Completely Unplug

Check out our guide to getting kids unplugged and outdoors at New England sleepaway camps.

Teatime meets playtime in Beverly. Photo courtesy of the Children's Piazza

Indoor Play Spaces for Boston Kids

All the best indoor activities for Boston families.

No messy, dripping fingers when you eat watermelon on a stick.

15 Amazing Mom Hacks That Make Everything Easier

These genius #MomHacks make mothering a little easier.

25 Reasons Boston Is the Best Place to Raise Kids

Steeped in history, close to nature, and full of fun things for children to do, see, and learn...

Photo by Liz Baill

At-Home Guide for Families: 100s of Activities for Kids

Indoor activities, games, and online fun to keep kids busy during the pandemic.

Virtual and Online Guide for Family Fun

Find fun online classes, entertainment, and more virtual things to do.

Charades is a great pick for virtual game night with the friends or family.

Best Games Kids Can Play on Zoom Virtually with Friends

Connect and play with friends and family with these fun games perfect for virtual hangouts.

Photo courtesy of Hornblower Cruises, Boston.

Mother's Day Brunches and Breakfasts in Boston

This Mother's Day, plan a brunch or breakfast for mom that's as special as she is.

Homeschool & Online Learning Resources for Families

We'll help you navigate a complex school year with these tools and resources.

13 Simple Crafts for Toddlers and Preschoolers to Do at Home

Create popsicle stick monsters, tinfoil Easter eggs, and more easy crafts with tots.

Give your kids a little educational screen time with these app picks. Photo by Patricia Prudente/Unsplash

Best Reading, Spelling, and Writing Apps for Kids

Let kids master everything from handwriting to phonics and grammar with these picks.

A water park, beach activities, and more await at Coconut Bay's all-inclusive resort in St. Lucia.

20 All-Inclusive Resorts We Can't Wait to Visit Again

We can't wait to book a vacation again.

Get outside and explore nature this Veterans Day Weekend in Boston! Photo by Annie Spratt, courtesy of Unsplash

Veterans Day Weekend Things To Do in Boston: National Parks, Craft Markets & A Salute to Veterans

Three days of family activities and grateful tributes come to Boston this weekend.

Latest Articles

101 Christmas Crafts for Kids, Plus Christmas Games and More At-Home Activities

Ally Noel, Nov 29 - Keep kids busy until it's time to tear into stockings!READ MORE

Best Holiday Lights Drive-Thrus and Christmas Light Shows in Boston

N Ferreira, Nov 27 - Get out and explore Boston's best and brightest holiday lights in 2022! READ MORE

Minneapolis with Kids: 30 Best Things To Do in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Jackie Jones, Nov 26 - The Twin Cities are full of fun ways to make family memories in the midwest. READ MORE

Pictures With Santa in Boston for 2022

Caitlin Dowling, Nov 26 - Find the best spots for Santa Selfies and other pictures with Santa! READ MORE

Thanksgiving Weekend 2022 in Boston: Santa's Wonderland, Holiday Light Shows, and the Polar Express

N Ferreira, Nov 23 - Thanksgiving weekend 2022 in Boston kicks off holiday activities in New England! READ MORE

8 Ways to Celebrate Hanukkah with Kids: Hanukkah Gifts, Fun Crafts, and a Little History

Liz Baill, Nov 21 - Put on your yarmulkes, it's time for Hanukkah!READ MORE

Top Fall Activities for Boston Kids

Get out and play at fall festivals near Boston. HONK! Festival photo by Leonardo March

Best Fall Festivals Near Boston for Families

Find the best fall festivals near Boston for kids and families.

Kids love climbing the rocks at Purgatory Chasm. Photo courtesy of Purgatory Chasm State Reservation, Facebook

12 Family-Friendly Hikes in New England

This list of family-friendly hikes will take you to some of the best spots in New England.

Among the best things to do in Boston with kids—enjoy Free Entrance Days in the National Parks this November! Photo courtesy of Mass Audubon

Best of November: Top Things To Do in Boston with Kids

The Best of November brings holiday fun to Boston!

Fall day trips offer relaxation, natural beauty, or high-flying fun. Photo courtesy of Monkey Trunks Zipline and High Ropes Adventure

15 Fall Day Trips from Boston: Fun Autumn Getaways

Explore fall day trips and autumn weekend escapes for Boston families.

Fill your bucket with more than apples and candy–Take a bite out of autumn with our Fall Bucket List for kids! Apple Picking photo courtesy of the Massachusetts Office of Tourism

Fall Bucket List for Kids: Top Things To Do in Boston This Fall

Explore fall fun in Boston with the top autumn activities!

Get the kids out apple picking near Boston this fall! Photo courtesy of Smolak Farms

Apple Picking Near Boston: Best Apple Orchards for Apple Picking with Kids

Find the best places for apple picking and more near Boston!