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The Very Hungry Caterpillar Day. Photo courtesy of the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism
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3/19/25 - By N Ferreira

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

Boston families have plenty of exciting events to choose from this weekend. Little ones can watch their favorite rescue pups in action at Paw Patrol Live! A Mighty Adventure, while sports fans and collectors can explore rare finds at the Northeast Sports Card Expo. For a fun, literary-themed outing, The Very Hungry Caterpillar Day offers interactive activities celebrating the beloved children’s book. Whether it's live entertainment, trading cards, or classic storytelling, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

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Early Spring Scavenger Hunt

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Take a walk at the Boston Nature Center and find some key signs that spring is coming. Then, with a scavenger hunt along the trails, learn about how plants and animals prepare for warmer weather. READ MORE

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"Little Big Eye" by Works With Water

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Saturday, March 29
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Paw Patrol Live! A Mighty Adventure

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Saturday, March 29 - 30
After Chase, Marshall, Skye and the gang save Adventure City with their Mighty Pup Powers, it’s time for the paw-some-est street party ever. READ MORE

Family Opera: Kids Court

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Saturday, March 29 - 30
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Northeast Sports Card Expo

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Saturday, March 29 - 30
The Northeast Sports Card Expo is one of the largest sports card and memorabilia shows in the Northeastern United States. With 26,000 square feet of exhibition space, this family-friendly event will feature 180 vendor tables showcasing new and vintage sports cards, sports memorabilia, non-sports cards, Pokémon, toys, collectibles, and more. READ MORE

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Day

Amherst
Sunday, March 30
Hungry for a good time? Join The Eric Carle Museum for Picture Book Art in Amherst, MA for art-making, a museum-wide scavenger hunt, films, and storytime. Guests can also meet the Very Hungry Caterpillar in our Great Hall for pictures and be part of a Wiggle Jiggle Dance Parade! READ MORE

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