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Spring Fun Guide for Boston

Visit the animals at Drumlin Farm. Photo courtesy of Steve and Courtney Johns, Flickr (CC BY 2.0)

20 Spring Activities near Boston We Can't Wait To Do with Kids

Here are our picks for fun on the farm, at the park, and in the city this spring.

Birdwatching at Joppa Flats National Wildlife Refuge makes a great spring day trip from Boston. Photo courtesy of Mass Audubon

25 Spring Day Trips from Boston that Kids Will Love

Get outdoors and enjoy a day trip to a nearby museum, nature center, or historic site.

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.

Drumlin Farm is one of many great things to do with kids for spring break. Photo courtesy of massaudubon.org

35 Things To Do with Kids During Spring Break in Boston

Dinosaurs, pirate treasure, animal adventures—something to keep every kiddo happy.

Newton's Cabot Tot Lot is one of many toddler-centric playgrounds in greater Boston.

Guide to Playgrounds & Parks in Boston

New playgrounds, parks with shade, and more outdoor fun for Boston families.

Mattapan's Hunt Almont Playground has tricky ladders, balancing toys, and more. Photo by Ed Wonsek

13 Top Boston Playgrounds To Visit for Brain-Boosting Fun

Take a trip to one of these innovative Boston-Area playgrounds.

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.

Special Boston Area Campgrounds for Families

For many families, camping is a summer ritual. For others, it’s an interesting (but...

Little football fans get a kick out of playing at one of two Patriots-donated playgrounds south of the city. Photo courtesy of the New England Patriots

Patriots, Pirates, Castles: Theme Playgrounds Spark Imaginative Play around Boston

These area playgrounds are heaven for kids who love to pretend they're sports heroes, pirates...

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.

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.

Make way for ducklings! Photo courtesy of Friends of the Public Garden, Boston.

Best Things To Do in Boston in May with Kids: Mother's Day to Memorial Day, plus Duckling Day

Celebrate May with plenty of fun, kid-friendly activities in Boston.

See more than 800 animals at Southwick's Zoo. Photo courtesy the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism

Zoos and Gardens for Boston Kids

Find local zoos, aquariums, and cool nature spots to explore with the kids.

Bring out the smiles by visiting Boston's best tot lots and toddler playgrounds. Photo courtesy of the Friends of Ringgold Park, Facebook

Best Tot Lots and Toddler Playgrounds in Boston

Find the best tot lots and toddler playgrounds for your little one.

Pick out some produce and then head across the street for more market wares on SoWa. Photo courtesy of SoWa Boston

Farmers Markets Around Boston to Visit with Kids

Farmers' markets are a great place for kids to learn where food comes from, which fruits and...

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...

Are we in the tropics? It's warm and inviting at the Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory in Massachusetts. Photo courtesy of Katie Wadland

8 Easy Spring Break Getaways in New England for Families

Meet farm animals and brave waterslides on these easy, affordable family trips.

Visit DC in the spring for warm temps and maybe even cherry blossoms. Photo by m01229 via Flickr

Cheap Spring Break Travel Ideas for Families

It's not too late to plan a budget-friendly spring break escape!

Enjoy an Easter Bunny Easter Brunch and get great Easter Bunny pictures...on a boat! Photo courtesy of Hornblower Cruises

Festive Easter Brunches & Easter Bunny Pictures near Boston

Enjoy brunch on Easter Sunday and get Easter Bunny pictures near Boston.

Outdoor Spring Fun

Bring out the smiles by visiting Boston's best tot lots and toddler playgrounds. Photo courtesy of the Friends of Ringgold Park, Facebook

Best Tot Lots and Toddler Playgrounds in Boston

Find the best tot lots and toddler playgrounds for your little one. 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

5 Spots to Go Fishing with Kids Near Boston

Fishing may just the sort of pastime our over-scheduled, tech-absorbed kids could use a little more...READ MORE

Family-Friendly Bike Trails Around Boston

Looking for more ways to get outside with kids this summer? Whether you’re sporting two...READ MORE

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...READ MORE

Play a game of Jenga or cornhole before dinner at The Bowery Bar. Photo courtesy of The Bowery Bar

18 Outdoor Restaurants in Boston That Are Fun for Families

These restaurants with outdoor seating in Boston are perfect for family fun.READ MORE

Spring Day Trips

Birdwatching at Joppa Flats National Wildlife Refuge makes a great spring day trip from Boston. Photo courtesy of Mass Audubon

25 Spring Day Trips from Boston that Kids Will Love

Get outdoors and enjoy a day trip to a nearby museum, nature center, or historic site. READ MORE

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. 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

The view from Cadillac Mountain is well worth the climb. Photo by Kelley Heyworth

14 Stunning Mountain Hikes to Try with Kids

Up the ante on a family hike by taking kids to climb a real mountain.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 the farm!READ MORE

Kids see which way the wind blows next to the largest free-standing AirMaze in North America.

Discovery Museum: Indoor and Outdoor Fun for Boston Kids

Day trip to Acton for STEM, nature, and hands-on exhibits.READ MORE

Spring Break for Boston Families

Are we in the tropics? It's warm and inviting at the Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory in Massachusetts. Photo courtesy of Katie Wadland

8 Easy Spring Break Getaways in New England for Families

Meet farm animals and brave waterslides on these easy, affordable family trips.READ MORE

Visit DC in the spring for warm temps and maybe even cherry blossoms. Photo by m01229 via Flickr

Cheap Spring Break Travel Ideas for Families

It's not too late to plan a budget-friendly spring break escape! READ MORE

Kids can splash in rivers and enjoy gorgeous scenery on a national park family getaway

United States National Parks Family Travel Guide

National parks offer scenic getaway destinations for families on all budgets.READ MORE

Sailing is always on the agenda in Newport. Photo courtesy of Sail Newport

55 Things To Do in Newport, RI with Kids

Enjoy the famed Cliff Walk, clam shacks, museums, and more in Newport.READ MORE

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6 Little League Baseball Drills You Can Do at Home

Help your child knock it outta the park with these simple baseball drills. READ MORE

10 Fun Things to Do on Mother's Day 2022 in Boston

Family-friendly Mother's Day activities in and around the Boston area. READ MORE

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.READ MORE

20 Awesome Easter Movies to Get the Whole Family Hoppin'

Watch one of these films with your peeps while you wait for the Easter Bunny to arrive. READ MORE

Easter Egg Hunts near Boston 2022

We tracked down some great spots for Easter egg hunts near Boston in 2022.READ MORE

15 April Fools Memes: Funny Tricks and Jokes for Parents for April Fools Day

Have some April Fools Day fun at your family's expense—you're allowed!READ MORE

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