Family Events
in Boston!

Being the capital and biggest city in Massachusetts, Boston offers endless opportunities for family fun. If you’re into history, you sure know about the significant role Boston played in the American Revolution, not to mention the many key historical landmarks that you can visit here, including the Freedom Trail, Paul Revere’s House, and Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum.

Whether your family likes educational or outdoor activities, entertainment, or sports, family events in Boston abound, and cater to all ages!

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What’s on in Boston for Families?

Families with kids can find awesome and unique activities and events in Boston, such as self-guided tours, world-class museums of all kinds, the New England Aquarium, MIT events, indoor play spaces, and much more!

Walking through Boston feels like stepping into a living museum especially along the Freedom Trail, which connects 16 historical sites. The Boston Common, America’s oldest public park, and the Massachusetts State House are also must-see landmarks.

Boston is a cultural and academic hub, home to many universities and research institutions, thus family events in Boston guarantee a mix of fun and educational fun! Sports lovers are also in for a treat, visiting the home of the Boston Red Sox and Boston Celtics. If you want to indulge in tasty cuisine and views of the water, Boston’s waterfront is the place to be!

With so many options to explore and things to see, this is one of the best cities to visit with the family. No matter the season, there are endless opportunities and events for families in Boston, rain or shine!

FAQs

What is the best time of year to visit Boston with your family?

Although spring and fall offer beautiful scenery and mild weather, Boston is great to visit year-round. During summer, families can enjoy outdoor activities. Spring and fall are perfect to do some exploring, and winter is the perfect time to enjoy ice skating and holiday events. You will find family events in Boston throughout the four seasons!
Boston experiences four distinct seasons. With a humid continental climate, the weather can vary significantly throughout the year. The fun doesn’t stop because of the weather; you will find events in Boston during the hot and warm summers, the mild springs, the cool and crisp fall, and definitely during the cold yet magical winter!
This will depend on the time of the year you’re making the trip. If you’re traveling with your kids for an event in Boston during spring or fall, layers will be the key to your suitcase. This includes a light jacket, comfortable shoes, and rain gear. If you’re traveling during the summer months, sunscreen and hats are essential. For a winter trip, coats, gloves, scarves, and snow boots will be great.
Boston is highly walkable and most of the city is stroller-friendly as well. If you don’t have a car or prefer to explore the city by foot or other means, getting from one event in Boston to another is easy. Public transportation is highly convenient as well.
One thing you can count on is the wide array of activities and events for families in Boston. From free events in Boston to unique family-friendly activities and places, you will find something to do with the kids any time of the year. Explore our guides to the best Christmas events, halloween events in Boston, and more!
Yes, Boston is generally very safe for families. Popular tourist areas and neighborhoods are well-patrolled and walkable.

Boston is the perfect stage for all things winter. Christmas events, shows, snowy days, and more make it the most magical time of the year to visit! Summer is the perfect time to explore the outdoors and Boston’s surroundings, and it’s filled with camps and outdoor events. During spooky season, there are many fun options for halloween events for kids in Boston. You will find tons of things to do and events for families in Boston year-round.

Discover with us the best kids events in Boston any time of the year with our Kid City Guides! You will find the best family events in Boston this weekend, free events in Boston today for families, and more activities for your kids throughout the year!

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