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Weekend Fun for Boston Kids: Art, Music & Food Festivals, September 12-13
Fantastic festivals abound this weekend. The only problem is trying to choose just one! If you're like me, you're going to feel pulled in a billion different directions when you peruse our picks below. A performing arts or music festival? Or maybe appealing to the foodies in the family with Nordic food or food from the farm? There are even two great choices for Sox fans on the Common and at the Lawn on D during Sunday's game. The only way to solve this (wonderful) dilemma is to have my family vote for our pick. Whatever your family chooses to do this weekend, have a great time!
Also on Mommy Poppins Boston this week:
- Summer isn't officially over yet. There's still time to enjoy some summer fun after Labor Day.
- Camping 101 for Boston Families will help you plan your first camping trip with kids.
As if there weren't already enough activities to choose from this weekend, there are even more to check out on our full Event Calendar. Have a fun-filled weekend!
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ALL WEEKEND
Weekend of Bubbles - Boston
Bubble performers and artists from the world over are coming to the Children's Museum to show off their skills.
Family Campouts: River Camping - Topsfield
Families can explore the Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary after hours and join us for a night of camping under the stars.
Doggy Maze Daze at Marini Farm - Ipswich
This fundraiser supporting the Ipswich animal shelter offers a corn maze for pet owners and their four-legged friends.
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 12
Finding Fay: Free Family Festival - Boston
At this festival inspired by the creative spirit of artist Fay Chandler, guests enjoy a variety of free performances.
Riverfest at Assembly Row - Somerville
Riverfest features live music, children’s activities, and fireworks.
JP Music Festival - Jamaica Plain
The family-friendly JP Music Festival returns with 20 acts on 2 stages.
Nordic Food Festival - Newton
Families can enjoy a taste of Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Finland and Iceland at this food festival.
Map and Compass Treasure Hunt - Topsfield
Kids learn how to read a map and use a compass in this fun program.
SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 13
Free Pops Concert - Boston
Members of the Boston Pops are performing in a free concert in Titus Sparrow Park.
Out of the Park at Boston Common - Boston
This free, family-friendly program transforms a busy corner of Boston Common into Fenway Park.
Melrose Victorian Fair - Melrose
With over 200 booths filled with food, games and fun, the Victorian Fair offers something for everyone.
Cambridge Carnival International - Cambridge
A celebration rooted in African traditions, featuring live music, ethnic foods, and crafts from around the world.
Sports Sunday at the Lawn on D - Boston
The Lawn is showing the Red Sox game for all to watch, as well as offering fun activities.
Barbecue & Farm Day - Concord
Enjoy the bounty of a late summer day at Verrill Farm with all kinds of activities!
Photo Courtesy of the JP Music Festival by Tony Sahadeo
