MommyPoppins.com
MAKE YOUR DAY
Get Listed Log In Sign Up
Boston

  • Anywhere

  • New York City

  • Atlanta

  • Boston

  • Chicago

  • Houston

  • Miami South Florida

  • Philadelphia

  • Washington DC

  • Orlando

  • Los Angeles

  • San Francisco Bay Area

  • Connecticut

  • Long Island

  • New Jersey

  • Westchester

Calendar

  • Live Events

  • Virtual

  • This Week's Picks

  • Activity Providers

  • Submit an Activity

Boston Guide

  • Boston Baby Guide

  • Boston for Preschoolers

  • Tweens & Teens

  • Parks & Playgrounds

  • Free Activities

  • Visitors' Guide to Boston

  • Restaurants

Things To Do

  • Crafts for Kids

  • Recipes

  • Science for Kids

  • At Home Activities

  • Outdoors

  • Online & Virtual

Camps & Classes

  • Camps Guide

  • Camp Listings

  • Classes Guide

  • Class Listings

  • Schools & Preschools

Parties & Holidays

  • Birthday Parties

  • Party Providers

  • Holidays

  • Best of Spring

  • Best of Summer

  • Best of Fall

  • Best of Winter

Family Travel

  • Day Trips

  • Family Vacations

  • Theme & Water Parks

  • Resorts & Hotels

  • Cape Cod & The Islands

  • New England Travel

  • NYC Visitors' Guide for Families

  • Poconos Vacation Guide

MommyPoppins.com
Boston

  • Anywhere

  • New York City

  • Atlanta

  • Boston

  • Chicago

  • Houston

  • Miami South Florida

  • Philadelphia

  • Washington DC

  • Orlando

  • Los Angeles

  • San Francisco Bay Area

  • Connecticut

  • Long Island

  • New Jersey

  • Westchester

HOME - Boston

Activity Calendar

Providers

Calendar
Boston Guide
Things To Do
Camps & Classes
Parties & Holidays
Family Travel

Contact

Sign up for our free newsletters.

Outdoor Fun Guide for Boston Families

Visit Joshua Tree National Park on one of the free admission days!
Visit National Parks in 2022 on Free National Park Entrance Days: Yellowstone, Zion, Acadia, and More
Get outdoors to celebrate America's natural beauty for FREE.
Inspired by the movements of schools of fish, this outdoor sculpture moves with the seaside winds in New Bedford. Photo courtesy of Poetic Kinetics
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...
Make a new furry friend! Photo courtesy of Davis Farmland
See Animals Up Close at Farms and Petting Zoos Around Boston
Visit these Boston area farms and petting zoos to meet some cute animals .
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...
null
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...
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.
null
Five Perfect Picnic Spots Around Boston
Local mom and “Outdoors with Kids Boston” guidebook author, Kim Foley MacKinnon, shares...
Photo courtesy of Community Boating
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...
Ryan Wading Pool and Playground lets Boston kids beat the summer heat. Photo courtesy of mass path.net.
Best Sprinkler Parks and Splash Pads in Boston
Cool off this summer at one of Boston's best splash pads and sprinkler parks.
Six Boston-Area Playgrounds with Shade
These playgrounds in and around Boston have natural elements that keep kids cool while they're...
PreviousNext

Outdoor Family Fun Around Town

null
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 
null
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 
The arboretum is stroller friendly, both on grass and paved trails. Photo courtesy of Arnold Arboretum
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 
null
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 
Fun Things to Do on Boston's Rose Kennedy Greenway with Kids
Most likely you’ve heard of – or even lived through – one of the largest, most complex...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 

Hiking & Biking

null
10 Easy Boston-area Hikes for Preschoolers
Local mom and “Outdoors with Kids Boston” guidebook author, Kim Foley MacKinnon, shares...READ MORE 
Solstice Stones mark the grassy summit of Holt Hill in Ward Reservation.
12 Great Places To Hike with Kids around Boston
Hit these gorgeous trails for a dose of nature and exercise.READ MORE 
Hiking along the Ipswich River is a favorite family activity. Photo courtesy of Mass Audubon Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary
Top 10 Boston-Area Nature Centers for Young Children
Local mom and “Outdoors with Kids Boston” guidebook author, Kim Foley MacKinnon, shares her...READ MORE 
null
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 

Outdoor Spring Fun

Play follow the leader, wherever she may go. Photo by Mommy Poppins
12 Hiking Games for Kids That Turn Walks into Adventures Again
Add a little pizzaz to any hike with these games.READ MORE 
Spend the day at Siasconset Beach, one of many beaches on Nantucket. Photo by Kindra Clineff courtesy of Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism
Nantucket with Kids: 35 Fun Things to Do as a Family
Nantucket Island has all the makings of the perfect family getaway, from beach cookouts to quiet...READ MORE 
Five Picks for Kid-Friendly Biking Trails
Local mom and “Outdoors with Kids Boston” guidebook author, Kim Foley MacKinnon, shares her...READ MORE 
Robbins Farm Park's side-by-side slides are a major draw.
12 Awesome Boston-Area Playgrounds Worthy of Getting in the Car
Here are 12 fantastic Boston playgrounds we're more than willing to drive to.READ MORE 
Camp in comfort in a yurt at Pinewood Lodge. Photo courtesy of the campground
8 Special Family Campgrounds near Boston with Extras for Kids
These awesome campgrounds have a little something extra.READ MORE 
Watch Race Week from Lewis Farm.
20 Fun Things To Do on Block Island, RI, with Kids
Enjoy the beach and classic summertime pursuits at Block Island.READ MORE 

Archives

Corn Mazes near Boston: Fun Fall Activities for Kids
Get to a local farm for corn mazes, hayrides, and more fall fun! READ MORE 
Fall Bucket List for Kids: Top Things To Do in Boston This Fall
Explore fall fun in Boston with the top autumn activities! READ MORE 
15 Fall Day Trips from Boston: Fun Autumn Getaways
Explore fall day trips and autumn weekend escapes for Boston families.READ MORE 
Apple Picking Near Boston: Best Apple Orchards for Apple Picking with Kids
Find the best places for apple picking and more near Boston!READ MORE 
30 Outdoor Activities in Nature for Kids for Hands-on Outdoor Learning
Have fun in nature with kids with these 30 outdoor activities. READ MORE 
End of Summer Bucket List: 30 Things To Do in Boston Before School Starts
Make the most of summer with these fun family activities! READ MORE 
Outdoors
  • Submit an Activity
  • List Your Business
  • Advertise with Us
  • Contact
  • About
  • Anywhere
  • New York City
  • Atlanta
  • Boston
  • Chicago
  • Houston
  • Miami South Florida
  • Philadelphia
  • Washington DC
  • Orlando
  • Los Angeles
  • San Francisco Bay Area
  • Connecticut
  • Long Island
  • New Jersey
  • Westchester
  • Activities
  • Providers
  • Family Travel
  • Newsletter Subscribe
© 2022 MommyPoppins. All Rights Reserved. | Privacy Policy. | Terms of Use. | Content property of MommyPoppins unless otherwise specified. 145