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20 Best Things To Do in Boston October 2023 with Kids

Submitted by N Ferreira on Fri, 09/29/2023 - 2:55pm

Halloween fun is coming to town with the best things to do in Boston with kids this October! Photo courtesy of the Roger Williams Park Zoo and Carousel Village

Fall is in full swing, and the best things to do in Boston this October include outdoor festivities and autumn fun! Meet your favorite author at the Boston Book Festival, or whirl and twirl on the rides at America's oldest county fair. And, of course, here come the Halloween celebrations! Walk in famous gardens lit up by 1,500 jack o' lanterns, or trick-or-treat among the animals at the Franklin Park Zoo or Stone Zoo.

Along with all these special events, fall in New England brings tons of seasonal fun so make sure to check our full Fall Fun Guide. If you're looking for learning activities and enrichment, check out our Classes and Activities Guide for Boston kids for the best classes in the area.

Blippi, Robots, and More Fun Things To Do in Boston This Weekend

Submitted by N Ferreira on Wed, 09/27/2023 - 1:30pm

Head to the Seaport for a free Robot Block Party this weekend in Boston. RoboBoston photo courtesy of Mass Robotics

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 for this weekend.

Trick-or-treat season has finally arrived with many venues gearing up for the spookiest month of the year. From a jack-o-lantern spectacular in Providence to pumpkin chuckin' in Vermont, the haunted fun has begun! Luckily, many of these festivities will continue through next month so if you're not quite ready for all things witchy, pop over to the Robot Block Party in Boston. Then check out a free Balloon Magic Show with Jungle Kim.

Be sure and check out all the fun activities and events this month with the Best Things To Do in Boston September 2023 with Kids.

Top Halloween Events in Boston: Family Fun This Halloween

Submitted by N Ferreira on Fri, 09/22/2023 - 7:55pm

The amazing Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular is one of Greater Boston's top Halloween events every year. Photo by Anne McDonough for the Roger Williams Zoo

Grab your glow sticks and get ready for the top Halloween events in Boston! Halloween is just around the corner, and Greater Boston is the perfect place to celebrate the spooky season. Communities are organizing family-friendly Halloween events like pumpkin displays, story times, moonlit walks, haunted tours, and more. There's something for everyone—from an amazing 1,500 jack-o-lantern display to a frightful evening of spooky storytelling, howling fright nights, and some boos in the zoo. Read on for our picks for the best Halloween events in Boston and New England.

Our Halloween Guide has more ideas for making the most of the holiday this year, including the best pumpkin patches in Boston and some seriously sweet and scary hayrides. For more seasonal fun, explore our Boston Fall Fun Guide.

Best Preschool and Toddler Classes in Boston: Music, Art, and Movement

Submitted by N Ferreira on Sun, 09/10/2023 - 5:53pm

Kids can express their inner artist (and dancer, and musician) with the best preschool and toddler classes in Boston. Photo courtesy of Minni

Local families have incredible opportunities with the best preschool and toddler classes in Boston. While there are many Boston "mommy & me" spaces, these preschool classes will allow you to take a step back and watch your child engage with other children and teachers from a distance. These Greater Boston toddler and preschool classes allow your little one to explore the world on their own. From art and music classes to sports and nature classes, there is something to stimulate every little learner. So whether you're looking to fill up time in your schedule or just want to explore a new type of class, these Boston-area classes have something for everyone!

Best Things To Do in Boston September 2023 with Kids

Submitted by N Ferreira on Fri, 09/01/2023 - 6:00pm

The best of September is coming your way, with the start of fall fun around Boston! Photo courtesy of the Big E

The best of September is here, with the top things to do in Boston with kids! The month begins with Labor Day Weekend fun, including the Gloucester Schooner Festival. September ends with a fabulous display of carved pumpkins to stroll through. In between, Boston celebrates everything from marshmallow fluff to lederhosen, and there's a chance for your kids to climb onto trucks and planes at an airport touch-a-truck event. And the month wraps up with the Big E, the biggest fair in Massachusetts.

We're bursting with the best things to do in Boston in September with kids. Find the best places to go apple picking, visit farm animals, and where to take memorable fall day trips. Back-to-school is also the perfect time to add some classes to your schedule. Explore our Classes and Activities Guide for Boston kids to locate everything from dance to swim lessons.

Labor Day Weekend in Boston: Festivals, Fairs and More Things To Do with Kids

Submitted by N Ferreira on Wed, 08/30/2023 - 11:50pm

Get up close and personal with beautiful ships from near and far this Labor Day Weekend in Boston! Gloucester Schooner Fest photo courtesy of the event

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

Summer is winding down, but Labor Day Weekend in Boston sends it off in style. Festivals around New England offer families plenty of fun. King Richard's Faire kicks off the fall with medieval festivities. Providence lights up the night with its Fire Water display, and the Gloucester Schooner Festival has fun activities at full sail all weekend long! There are parades and festivals, so read on for the best things to do with kids this Labor Day Weekend in Boston.

For more fall fun for Boston families check out our guide to 15 fall day trips from Boston. Don't forget–it's also time to visit the best places to go apple picking near Boston. And be sure to explore our Fall Fun guide for more great ideas for activities!

Free and Cheap Afterschool Programs in Boston

Submitted by N Ferreira on Sun, 08/20/2023 - 2:38pm

The Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston is just one of the great free and cheap afterschool programs for Boston Kids! Photo courtesy of Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston

The school year is headed toward us full steam ahead, which means it's time to start thinking about afterschool programs in Boston. Families looking for affordable (or even free) programs for Boston kids have lots to choose from. From sports to arts, academics to theater, there are programs for your kids, no matter their age or interests. Check out our picks for free and cheap afterschool programs in Boston!

Best Coding Classes for Kids in Boston

Submitted by N Ferreira on Sun, 08/13/2023 - 5:27pm

The best coding classes in Boston for kids have a lot of benefits. These after-school (or weekend) activities are fun—and educational. Why not guide their computer and tablet time towards enriching programs? The best coding classes will help them develop some amazing computer skills. These cutting-edge Boston-area programs introduce children to coding and programming concepts. And they do it through interactive games and cool challenges. In-person coding classes provide an alternative to these great online coding courses. The best coding classes encourage teamwork in a social setting. After learning about these cool coding clubs and classes, you'll agree; not all screen time is created equal!