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The fun is popping out from everywhere with these top attractions and kid-friendly things to do in Boston! Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum photo by the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism

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Indoors and out and about, there are so many thing to do in Boston with kids before they grow up! Photo courtesy of the Rose Kennedy Greenway website

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Take flight at Story Land in New Hampshire, one of the top New England theme parks for kids and families! Photo courtesy of the park.

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Don't sweat the weather, because the best indoor water parks in New England are waiting for year-round fun! Photo courtesy of Jay Peak Resort

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Science experiments and STEM activities for kids entrance children with their

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Boston kids have some exciting things to do that are Free in November, like Free Entrance Days in the National Parks on November 11th! Photo by Annie Spratt, courtesy of Unsplash

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Some of the best family activities in Boston are free in November. That's great news for parents looking to stretch the buget in preparation for the holidays. Fall fun is winding down, but winter fun is gearing up. America's Hometown Thanksgiving Celebration come to Plymouth. Our National Parks offer free admission. And the holiday season launches with a free tree lighting festival at Patriot Place. Here are our picks for fall fests, parades, and community fun that won't cost a thing.

For more great family fun this fall, check out Foliage Experiences in New England. Explore lots of great getaway ideas in out guide to 15 Fall Day Trips from Boston. And keep up with all the best things to do in Boston—including free family activities—by following our Event Calendar.