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It's a salute to service with plenty of fun things to do with kids this Veterans Day Weekend 2023 in Boston. Veteran's Day photo by Sergeant Yesenia Barajas, via Flickr.
It's a salute to service with plenty of fun things to do with kids this Veterans Day Weekend 2023 in Boston. Veteran's Day photo by Sergeant Yesenia Barajas, via Flickr.
11/6/24 - By N Ferreira

Looking for the best things to do in Boston this Veterans Day Weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list for this weekend.

Get outside and enjoy nature this Veterans Day weekend! Monday nature lovers can enjoy Free Entrance Days in the National Parks, then salute our veterans at the Natick Veterans Day Parade. Comic enthusiasts will love getting into character at Kids Con New England in South Portland, Maine. Plus, get an early start on Christmas shopping at the New England Christmas Festival at Mohegan.

We hope you, your family, and all of our wonderful U.S. veterans enjoy this long weekend! Check out our Facebook page, and be sure to tag us @mommypoppinsboston on Instagram so we can see all the fun you had!

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We'll be saluting those who served all around Boston this Veterans Day Weekend! Photo courtesy of the USS Constitution Museum
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Veterans Day Weekend at the USS Constitution Museum

Charlestown — FREE
All weekend
Throughout Veterans Day Weekend at the Museum, the museum be giving tokens of gratitude to each veteran visitor, offering special veterans-only tours of the Ship, inviting military families to visit with free admission, providing maker activities, and hosting a write-a-thon to collect letters of gratitude for the veteran community. READ MORE

The Polar Express Train Ride - Blackstone Valley

Woonsocket, RI
All weekend
The Magic Returns this holiday season for a three-hour experience at the Blackstone Valley Polar Express. Hop on a 90-minute train ride to view the North Pole that’s filled with singing, games, a reading of the classic children’s story “The Polar Express”, and a visit from Santa.  READ MORE

Waterworks Museum Special Access Tour

Chestnut Hill
All weekend
Gain special access to the sub-basement of the Waterworks Museum, two stories below ground to view the massive Allis pumps that delivered 30 million gallons of water per day to the citizens of Boston. Guests will also have the exclusive opportunity to climb either the Allis Engine or the Leavitt engine for an up-close look at these mammoth machines. READ MORE

New England Christmas Festival at Mohegan

Uncasville, CT
Friday, November 8
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2024 Boston Veterans Parade

Boston — FREE
Saturday, November 9
Honor the service and sacrifices of all who have served and those who continue to serve. Assemble at the corner of Charles Street and Boylston Street (Boston Common) and march to Government Center.  READ MORE

Renaissance Faire at Hammond Castle Museum

Gloucester
Saturday, November 9
Step back in time for Renaissance Faire Day at Hammond Castle Museum with food, music, and tours of the castle! READ MORE

Kids Con New England

South Portland, ME
Saturday, November 9
Kids Con is Back! New England's Favorite Comic Con for Kids! Promoting art education and literacy through family-friendly comics, children's books, art, creative workshops & fun activities! Meet amazing family-friendly comic and children's book creators, artists, authors, vendors & guests, superheroes, princesses, pokemon, star wars characters, lots of fun activities including creative workshops, arts & crafts, jedi & superhero training, musical performances, robotics, gaming, calmer space, bat cave, art & cosplay contests, scavenger hunt & more! Kids under... READ MORE

New England Harvest Feast

Plymouth
Saturday, November 9
Take a savory journey into the past. An evening of entertainment and hospitality awaits guests to sit down to a 17th-century meal filled with the finest food that the season of plenty has to offer.  READ MORE

Harry Potter: The Exhibition

Cambridge
Saturday, November 9
Harry Potter : The Exhibition celebrates all things Harry Potter by bringing to life favorite moments, characters, locations, and beasts from the film series, as well as the extended Harry Potter universe. READ MORE

Sensory -Friendly Autumn Exploration

Dover
Sunday, November 10
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Good News Gus in Brookline

Brookline
Sunday, November 10
Along with his interactive fuzzy puppet friends, Harry brings joy and laughter through familiar songs, entertaining jokes, and lively music played on his rockin' ukulele. Families are invited to join him for a fun-filled experience as he wiggles, giggles, juggles, and jams alongside his sunshine-spreading sidekick, Good News Gus! READ MORE

Natick Veterans Day Parade

Natick— FREE
Monday, November 11
Salute our Veterans this Monday at the Natick Veterans Day Parade. The parade will feature local heroes and Veterans groups and will end with a patriotic performance by the American Legion Band. READ MORE

Free Entrance Days in the National Parks

Nationwide National Parks — FREE
Monday, November 11
On select days throughout the year, all national parks are open to the public with no admission fee.  READ MORE

Veterans Day Character Visit at Jam Time

Norwood, Natick, Natick Mall, and Maynard locations
Monday, November 11
Kids can spend the day before Veterans Day playing at Jam Time meeting Bluey, Marshall, Stitch, and Elmo. Kids can also enjoy fun crafts in the party room. READ MORE

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