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

Memorial Day weekend 2023 has finally arrived in Boston! Fire up the grill for a family BBQ, take some time to remember fallen heroes, and be sure to enjoy a long weekend of extra fun around New England. Discover one of Boston's world-class art museums for free. Want to spend time on the water? Hop aboard the Denis Sullivan, a replica of a Great Lakes schooner for a two-hour cruise around Boston Harbor. For a fun day trip, check out Duxbury Day where you'll find all sorts of activities from sailing to bounce houses and a BBQ. Lexington is shutting down Mass Ave so visitors can walk freely on the street exploring shops and enjoying live music. Families can also find free live music at Rideout Park in Concord and at the Blackstone Memorial Day Carnival. And of course, there will be plenty of Memorial Day Parades including those in Lincoln, Quincy, and Belmont to name a few.

For more weekend fun, check out 25 Spring Day Trips from Boston that Kids Will Love. As always, keep tabs on our Boston events calendar for daily updates on the best local and virtual happenings. And don't forget to book those summer camps—spots are filling up fast for the 2023 season.