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3/24/21 - By Caitlin Dowling

Spring has sprung and our calendar is blooming with events this weekend! Hit the great outdoors for a nighttime full moon hike in Ipswich, track animals in Southborough, or investigate the changing seasons with a guided tour in Boylston. Once you've got your fill of fresh air, dress up in your royal finest for the Princess Expo in Norwood or visit with scaley friends at the Reptile Expo in Manchester, NH.

And we know a certain famous bunny is prepping for the big day—join in the fun!  Go for an Alice in Wonderland-themed hayride egg hunt in North Andover or meet furry friends and search for eggs in Georgetown. 

While you may be getting out and about more these days, there's still plenty to do at home, with lively concerts from 123 Andres and a Virtual Hip Hop Dance Class via Poppins @ Home. Read on for more things to do this week and weekend around Boston, and make sure to check out our favorite March online events and classes. As always, keep tabs on our Boston events calendar for daily updates on local and virtual happenings. 

While we are trying to promote safer activities that occur outdoors or with social distancing guidelines in place, please keep your family and others safe by always wearing a mask and maintaining an appropriate distance. If you arrive at an event that appears too crowded, try using the “nearby” search feature on our events calendar to find something else to do.

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Clay Spring Chimes and Cards Workshop

Lincoln—March 27
Make and decorate spring-themed chime ornaments with ceramic colors clay. Creations will be fired and make a beautiful and thoughtful gift.  READ MORE

The Princess Expo

Norwood—March 27
Be a princess for the day! Come dressed in your favorite princess attire and enjoy a magical day of Princess Pampering. Meet some of your favorite princesses and enjoy a sing-along and storytime.  READ MORE

Nature Walks for Tots: Wake Up, Hibernators!

Newburyport—March 27
As spring arrives and settles in, Miss Lisa wants to take you through the woods, on the trails, and along the shore to look for creatures, explore, and play. You'll use your "science eyes" and "nature ears" for some outdoor family fun. READ MORE

Family Full Moon Hike at Crane Estate

Ipswich—March 27
There is almost nothing more tranquil than an evening walk at the Crane Estate, and this Spring your family is invited to join a very unique hiking experience. With the full moon rising over the Atlantic, explore a corner of the estate and admire this spectacle. READ MORE

Plymouth YMCA Egg Hunt

Plymouth—March 27
Usher in Spring, at the Plymouth YMCA's family celebration. Come join a bunny hop and meet the Easter Bunny. Visitors will enjoy face painting, an egg toss, arts and crafts, and more! Meet & greet and photo op with the Easter Bunny and outdoor Easter egg hunt included with admission. READ MORE

Spring Family Hike

Boylston—March 27
Enjoy a guided journey while you practice collecting data and making observations as you learn to identify signs of spring using nature as your guide and investigate the ways in which plants and animals change throughout the seasons. READ MORE

Animal Tracking Family Night Hike

Southborough—March 27
Register for this special evening hike along Chestnut Hill Farm's trails. Learn how to recognize different animal tracks and other signs of wildlife on the farm and in the woods! At the end of the hike enjoy a campfire with popcorn, hot cocoa, and s’mores.  READ MORE

Reptile Expo

Manchester. NH—March 28
The New England Reptile Expo features more than 170 vendor and breeder tables full of reptiles, amphibians, arachnids, terrarium supplies, insect and frozen feeders, and more. READ MORE

Alice in Wonderland Crafts, Stories, and Hayrides

North Andover—27 , 28 & April 3
For Easter this year, the farm is planning a special Alice in Wonderland theme. Take an Alice in Wonderland-themed hayride around the scenic orchard. Each ride ends with a visit from the Easter Bunny and a themed goody bag. READ MORE

Petting Zoo & Egg Hunt

Georgetown—March 28
Bring your whole family and join in a celebration of Palm Sunday. There will be an egg hunt, bungee run, and ponies and other animals to pet and feed. READ MORE

Winter Fest

Harvard—Fridays-Sundays through March 28
Enjoy sledding runs down many wonderful hills. Go for a nature walk on the trails. See a human dog sled race. There is so much fun to be had for all ages in the winter woods!  READ MORE

Hot Chocolate Hike at Appleton Farms

Ipswich—Fridays-Sundays through March 28
Cozy up to a warm, delicious cup of cocoa after walking through the grounds of Appleton Farms. The farms have over 1,000 acres to explore before heading to the Farmhouse for a delicious treat. READ MORE

Maple Happenings

Ipswich—Saturdays & Sundays through March 28
Enjoy maple-flavored fun every weekend from late February through the end of March. The farm offers demonstrations of maple sugaring in the Sugar Shack, maple-centered strolls of the grounds, and Maple Breakfasts (March only), plus family maple syruping workshops each Saturday and Sunday. READ MORE

Maple Days at Old Sturbridge Village

Sturbridge—Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays through March 29
The Village’s working sugar camp is up and running demonstrating maple sugaring as it was done in early 19th-century New England. See the entire sugar-making process, from tapping the trees to “sugaring off." READ MORE

Weir River Farm Private Barnyard Tour

Hingham—Wednesdays through March 31
Bundle up and visit the barnyard with your family, educational group, or neighborhood pod to meet the ponies, sheep, chickens, goats, pigs, cows, and llama. Talk to a friendly guide and learn more about life on the farm. READ MORE

Aquarium After Dark

Boston—Fridays in March
Every Friday in October the Aquarium is keeping their doors open late for after dark visits. Spend an evening with the penguins, fish, sea lions, and (of course) Myrtle the Turtle.  READ MORE

Hot Wheels Ultimate Drive-Thru

Foxborough—daily through April 18
Journey into a one-of-a-kind experience where the world of Hot Wheels comes to life right outside your windows at Gillette Stadium. Drive through this larger than life showcase of everyone’s favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks, specialty Monster Trucks, robots, and more!  READ MORE
Photo via Pixabay
Photo via Pixabay

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