MommyPoppins.com
Get More out of Boston with Kids
CONNECT

DIRECTORY

CALENDAR

Boston

  • National

  • New York City

  • Atlanta

  • Boston

  • Chicago

  • Houston

  • Philadelphia

  • Washington DC

  • Orlando

  • Los Angeles

  • Connecticut

  • Long Island

  • New Jersey

  • Westchester

By Age
By Area
Things To Do
Family Fun
Camps & Classes
Parties
Trips
MommyPoppins.com
Boston

  • National

  • New York City

  • Atlanta

  • Boston

  • Chicago

  • Houston

  • Philadelphia

  • Washington DC

  • Orlando

  • Los Angeles

  • Connecticut

  • Long Island

  • New Jersey

  • Westchester

HOME - Boston

Events Calendar

Directory

By Age
By Area
Things To Do
Family Fun
Camps & Classes
Parties
Trips

Contact

Sign up for our free newsletters.
Free Public Art Around Boston that Will Blow Your Kids' Minds
Kids will really connect with this colorful, thought-provoking, and playful public art, on view in...
Best Boston Walking Tours for Kids and Families
While you can certainly take your family on a do-it-yourself tour of the Freedom Trail—or any of...
Six Boston-Area Playgrounds with Shade
These playgrounds in and around Boston have natural elements that keep kids cool while they're...
Castle Island in Boston: 10 Tips & 10 Things To Do With Kids
It's nearing the end of summer and half the city tends to empty out as beach goers head down to...
Boston Spraygrounds, Splash Pads, and Wading Pools Open in 2020
Cool off safely at one of these parks with fun water features.
Five Perfect Picnic Spots Around Boston
Local mom and “Outdoors with Kids Boston” guidebook author, Kim Foley MacKinnon, shares...
What to Do on the Charles River with Boston Kids: Sailing, Kayaking, Duck Tours, and More
Winding through 23 towns, Boston's beloved Charles River is a great place to visit...
PreviousNext

Outdoor Family Fun Around Town

Visiting the Boston Harbor Islands with Kids: 25 Things to Do on Georges Island
After a morning of hiking, swimming and treasure hunting on Spectacle Island, hop on the ferry.READ MORE 
Visiting the Boston Harbor Islands with Kids: 15 Things to Do on Spectacle Island
On a recent summer Saturday, Boston Harbor Cruises ferried us across the Boston Harbor to Georges...READ MORE 
Exploring Franklin Park with Toddlers
Spring is fighting its way tooth and claw into Boston, and what better way to celebrate than to...READ MORE 
Best Beaches for Families Within an Hour of Boston
We’ve rounded up eight of our favorite sandy spots to visit this summer—all within an hour of...READ MORE 
10 Things To Do at Harvard's Arnold Arboretum with Kids in Boston
Though it's known for its beautiful springtime blooms, the 281-acre Arnold Arboretum is a super...READ MORE 
20 Things to Do with Kids at the Blue Hills Trailside Museum
Mass Audubon's Blue Hills Trailside Museum is such a gem. Nature exploration and low-key...READ MORE 

Hiking & Biking

10 Easy Boston-area Hikes for Preschoolers
Local mom and “Outdoors with Kids Boston” guidebook author, Kim Foley MacKinnon, shares...READ MORE 
10 Great Places to Hike with Kids Around Boston
Hit these gorgeous trails for a dose of nature and exercise.READ MORE 
Top 10 Boston-Area Nature Centers for Young Children
Local mom and “Outdoors with Kids Boston” guidebook author, Kim Foley MacKinnon, shares her best...READ MORE 
5 Favorite Outdoor Adventures around Boston for Kids – “Tween” Approved!
The Appalachian Mountain Club recently launched Kids Outdoors Boston, a free online community...READ MORE 

Farm Fun

Best Places to Go Apple Picking Near Boston with Kids
These farms and orchards offer PYO apples and more fun activities.READ MORE 
Party on the Farm: 5 Places Near Boston to Celebrate Your Child's Birthday
Fall is the perfect time for an outdoor celebration, and there’s no better place than a farm...READ MORE 
Where To Pick Strawberries with Kids Near Boston
The strawberry might be the perfect u-pick plant for kids. These farms offer juicy, ripe...READ MORE 
Where to Pick Blueberries with Kids in the Boston Area
Strawberries? Raspberries? Blueberries? Our family debate over which is the best berry may never be...READ MORE 
Four Boston-Area Farm Favorites for Kids to Answer the Call of the Barnyard
Local mom and “Outdoors with Kids Boston” guidebook author, Kim Foley MacKinnon, shares...READ MORE 
25 Things To Do With A Preschooler At Drumlin Farm
There’s nothing quite like getting out of the city and heading to a farm with your little one...READ MORE 

Outdoor Winter Fun

9 Spots for Snow Tubing Near Boston
What's easier than skiing, more thrilling than sledding, and a wicked big deal here in the Boston...READ MORE 
10 Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks for Kids and Families in and Around Boston
Even when the ponds aren't frozen yet, you can skate outdoors (and enjoy some cocoa and shopping)...READ MORE 
Where to Take Wonderful Wintertime Walks with Boston Kids
Shake off a case of cabin fever by bundling up and heading outside for a winter walk with the kids.READ MORE 
Winter Coasters and Zip Lines in New England for Chilly Family Thrills
Local mom and “Outdoors with Kids Boston” guidebook author, Kim Foley MacKinnon, shares her best...READ MORE 
Cross Country Skiing for Families in Boston - Weston Ski Track, Great Brook and More
Had enough already? Unlike the last couple of years, when we were thankful for even a few inches of...READ MORE 
6 Places Where Kids Can Learn to Ski or Snowboard Near Boston
With gentle slopes and friendly instructors, these nearby ski areas are perfect for teaching kids...READ MORE 

Archives

8 Fall Day Trips in New England for Families
Hike, play, and sample treats in these gorgeous, family-friendly locales.READ MORE 
Animal Farms and Petting Zoos near Boston
Visit these farms and zoos to meet some cute animals up close.READ MORE 
Corn Mazes near Boston with Fun Activities for Kids
Area farms feature corn mazes along with hayrides, games, and treats.READ MORE 
25 Fall Activities in Boston To Do with Kids
Here are our top picks for fall family fun, from farm to city.READ MORE 
Best Places to Go Apple Picking Near Boston with Kids
These farms and orchards offer PYO apples and more fun activities.READ MORE 
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.READ MORE 
  • Submit an Event
  • List Your Business
  • Advertise with Us
  • Contact
  • About
  • New York City
  • Atlanta
  • Boston
  • Chicago
  • Houston
  • Philadelphia
  • Washington DC
  • Orlando
  • Los Angeles
  • Connecticut
  • Long Island
  • New Jersey
  • Westchester
  • Events
  • Directory
  • Family Travel
  • Newsletter Subscribe
© 2020 MommyPoppins. All Rights Reserved. | Privacy Policy. | Terms of Use. | Content property of MommyPoppins unless otherwise specified. 47b