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Winter Activities Guide for Boston Kids

Learning to snowshoe is fun and great winter exercise. Photo courtesy of Goreplace.org
The 30 Best Winter Activities for Boston Kids
Winter is wonderful with exciting outdoor activities, family events, and great indoor activity...
Skating on the Boston Frog Pond, the oldest city park in the United States, is magical when leaves turn to snow.
Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks Near Boston Open 2021-2022
More of Boston's favorite outdoor skating rinks are back this winter!
Everyone can get in on snow tubing at Loon! There's a separate tot tubing area for the littlest ones. Photo courtesy of Loon Mountain
Snow Tubing Near Boston
Find amazing snow tubing within 1-3 hours of Boston.
Photo courtesy of Nashoba Valley Ski Area
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...
Dig out the beach toys and use them for playing with snow!
40 Outdoor Activities for Kids this Winter
These activities will have kids begging to play outside this winter!
Make art together in the Eric Carle Museum's Art Studio. Photo courtesy of the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art
Winter Day Trips from Boston with Kids
No need to travel far for an exciting winter escape.
Skiing, Snowboarding, & Snow Sports Guide
Find great family slopes, tubing, and boarding spots all around the country with our kid-friendly...
GUIDE
Conquering a New England ski trail together as a family makes for a great memory. Photo courtesy of the Stowe Mountain Resort, Facebook
10 New England Ski Resorts That Cater to Families
With lessons starting at age 2.5 and plenty of kid-friendly amenities, these New England ski...
One pan or one sheet meals are easy to make with kids.
5 One-Pot Recipes To Make with Kids
Try these one-pot meals that are easy and fun to make with kids!
Simoni Arena in Cambridge invites skaters of all ages for public skate. Photo courtesy of FMC Ice Sports
Indoor Ice Skating Rinks for Boston Kids and Families
Lace 'em up and mask up: Indoor public skating is back!
Waterville Valley is introducing a new parent-child learn-to-ski program. Photo courtesy of Waterville Valley
Northeast Ski Mountains for Families
Nearby ski areas are welcoming families for safe winter adventures.
Winter walk in the Public Garden. Photo courtesy of Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism
Winter Hikes and Walks To Take with Boston Kids
Shake off a case of cabin fever by bundling up and heading outside for a winter walk with the kids.
11 Things to Do with Your Boston Baby this Winter
Cocooning at home is cozy—to a point. We share our favorite spots to socialize, sample great...
5 Reasons Why Larz Anderson Park Is Awesome for Kids in Winter
Activities at Larz Anderson Park in Brookline cater to the outdoor winter adventure-seekers
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.
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!
GUIDE
The all-inclusive Beaches Turks and Caicos resort is a snorkeler's paradise.
30 Best Warm and Sunny Family Vacation Ideas
The best warm weather destinations for your next family vacation.
Enjoy a heated lazy river—right in the city! Photo courtesy of Kroc Salvation Army Center
Indoor Swimming Pools with Day Passes and Family Swim in Boston
Kids and families can take a dip, splash around, and work on swimming skills at these indoor pools...
This epic igloo will entertain the whole block (photo taken pre-pandemic).
Snow Games for Kids Beyond Sledding
Embrace the snow day with these snow games.
Lego plus sand means a fun sensory bin!
30 Days of Indoor Activities for Kids
Games, baking projects, and crafts galore will entertain all ages.
Build an Indoor Obstacle Course for Kids in 7 Easy Steps
Standard household items make this obstacle course a breeze to design.
6 Easy Indoor Fort Ideas To Make with Kids
Create some magical moments with a classic indoor hideout.
Creating a baking soda volcano is a classic science experiment for kids. Photo by Sara Marentette Nighswander
64 Easy Science Experiments for Kids to Do at Home
Execute mind-blowing science experiments with stuff you have around the house.
Kids can while away hours of a day with a set of watercolors and a stack of new paper for painting.
Crafts for Kids: 100 Awesome Art Projects for Creative At-Home Fun
Bookmark this blockbuster list of arts and crafts and never run out of ideas for creative play.
Hot chocolate bombs are a tasty winter treat for kids!
How to Make Hot Chocolate Bombs in 5 Easy Steps
Trendy cocoa bombs deliver a sweet winter treat.
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Winter Activities Outdoors or Out and About

Skating on the Boston Frog Pond, the oldest city park in the United States, is magical when leaves turn to snow.
Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks Near Boston Open 2021-2022
More of Boston's favorite outdoor skating rinks are back this winter!READ MORE 
Winter walk in the Public Garden. Photo courtesy of Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism
Winter Hikes and Walks To Take 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 
12 Great Sledding Hills Worth Driving to Around Boston
Sure, you could stick to your own neighborhood hill, but these dozen sledding spots are well worth...READ MORE 
Make art together in the Eric Carle Museum's Art Studio. Photo courtesy of the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art
Winter Day Trips from Boston with Kids
No need to travel far for an exciting winter escape.READ MORE 
Conquering a New England ski trail together as a family makes for a great memory. Photo courtesy of the Stowe Mountain Resort, Facebook
10 New England Ski Resorts That Cater to Families
With lessons starting at age 2.5 and plenty of kid-friendly amenities, these New England ski...READ MORE 
More than 20 million pounds of ice are used to create the Ice Castles structures.
Explore Ice Castles Across America with Kids this Winter
Ice Castles is a dazzling experience for the whole family. READ MORE 

Winter Fun at Home for Boston Kids

This epic igloo will entertain the whole block (photo taken pre-pandemic).
Snow Games for Kids Beyond Sledding
Embrace the snow day with these snow games.READ MORE 
Lego plus sand means a fun sensory bin!
30 Days of Indoor Activities for Kids
Games, baking projects, and crafts galore will entertain all ages.READ MORE 
Hot chocolate bombs are a tasty winter treat for kids!
  VIDEO
How to Make Hot Chocolate Bombs in 5 Easy Steps
Trendy cocoa bombs deliver a sweet winter treat. READ MORE 
Build an Indoor Obstacle Course for Kids in 7 Easy Steps
Standard household items make this obstacle course a breeze to design.READ MORE 
Creating a baking soda volcano is a classic science experiment for kids. Photo by Sara Marentette Nighswander
64 Easy Science Experiments for Kids to Do at Home
Execute mind-blowing science experiments with stuff you have around the house.READ MORE 
Kids can while away hours of a day with a set of watercolors and a stack of new paper for painting.
Crafts for Kids: 100 Awesome Art Projects for Creative At-Home Fun
Bookmark this blockbuster list of arts and crafts and never run out of ideas for creative play. READ MORE 

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Best Indoor Birthday Party Spaces in Boston for Kids
These Boston party places are serving up safe indoor birthday fun.READ MORE 
The Best Hot Chocolate in Boston: From Hot Chocolate Bombs to Steaming Cocoa!
We know where to find the creamiest, dreamiest cocoa in town!READ MORE 
Top 10 Indoor Play Spaces near Boston
Cure cabin fever with an escape to one of these indoor playgrounds.READ MORE 
30+ Things To Do over February Break with Boston Kids: In-Person and Drop-Off Activities
Plan an epic staycation with family-friendly or drop-off activities this winter break.READ MORE 
The Best Ski Resorts in the US for Family Vacations
Hit the slopes at one of our favorite kid-friendly ski resorts.READ MORE 
30 Exercise Games and Indoor Activities to Get Kids Moving
These easy indoor exercise ideas get everyone moving, laughing, and tired out.READ MORE 
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