Boston Open Market
A vibrant outdoor market near Boston Public Garden featuring 55+ local artists and makers selling original artwork, jewelry, ceramics, and handmade goods. Free admission and a relaxed, family-friendly vibe make it ideal for a weekend stroll and discovering unique crafts from local creators.
Kendall Square Farmers Market
A bustling Kendall Square Farmers Market at Cambridge Center, featuring local farms and food producers. Shop fresh produce, dairy, and prepared foods; accepts EBT/SNAP. A family-friendly community market in the heart of Kendall Square.
Copley Square Farmers Market
Boston's Copley Square Farmers Market brings 30+ local farmers and food producers to McKim Plaza outside the Boston Public Library each Friday 11am–6pm. Fresh produce, prepared foods, and local crafts with EBT, WIC, and SNAP accepted; a lively, family-friendly outdoor market in downtown Boston.
The Nutcracker
Boston Ballet performs Mikko Nissinen's The Nutcracker at the Citizens Bank Opera House, running Nov 27–Dec 31, 2026. A beloved holiday ballet filled with lavish choreography, festive scenery, and family-friendly magic in a grand, iconic venue.
CLUE: On Stage (High School Edition)
Clue: On Stage (High School Edition) brings the beloved board-game mystery to life on the Wheelock Family Theatre stage in Boston. This family-friendly production blends witty humor with suspense, designed to engage students and audiences seeking a playful, fast-paced theatrical experience.
Crochet Club
Crochet Club at Boston Public Library (Lower Mills Community Room) invites crafters of all levels to work on projects or learn beginner stitches in a casual, social setting. Basic supplies are provided and no registration is required; patrons under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
Age Strong Memory Cafe - West Roxbury
Join the Age Strong Memory Café at the West Roxbury Branch Library for a welcoming, drop-in space for people with memory changes and their caregivers. This free, indoor gathering offers friendly conversation, light refreshments, and a chance to connect with neighbors and local resources.
Coppélia
George Balanchine’s Coppélia, a sparkling classical ballet by Boston Ballet, returns to the Citizens Bank Opera House in Boston for a run March 11–21, 2027. In this playful village tale, charm and mischief collide with precision dancing, making it a vivid, entertaining night of dance.
Tree Giveaway
Join Franklin Park Zoo for a community Tree Giveaway outdoors in Boston. Learn how to plant and care for saplings, meet friendly staff, and take home a free tree to nurture at home. A family-friendly event that blends conservation tips with zoo-side fun.
Crochet Club
Join the Boston Public Library in the Lower Mills Community Room for Crochet Club. All skill levels welcome to work on your project or learn basic stitches alongside fellow handcrafters. Free supplies available; ages under 14 need an adult; no registration required.
Mamma Mia
Mamma Mia, the beloved ABBA musical, comes to Boston's Citizens Opera House for a high-energy, family-friendly night of glittering costumes and unforgettable hits. Expect sparkling production numbers, a live orchestra, and storytelling that captures sun-soaked romance and big Broadway-style energy.
Cinderella
Frederick Ashton’s Cinderella graces the Citizens Bank Opera House in Boston from April 29 to May 9, 2027. A radiant ballet that blends fairy-tale storytelling with lush orchestration, it showcases luminous dancing, elegant stagecraft, and magical production values that enchant audiences of all ages.
Spring Experience 2027
Boston Ballet presents Spring Experience 2027 at the Citizens Bank Opera House, May 13–23, featuring Balanchine masterworks Mozartiana, The Four Temperaments, and Gounod Symphony, curated by Suzanne F. This program spotlights precision, lyricism, and dramatic dancing in a historic Boston venue.
Crochet Club
Join Crochet Club at the Boston Public Library’s Lower Mills Community Room to crochet, knit, or weave with fellow handcrafters. All skill levels welcome; basic supplies provided and no registration required. A relaxed, community space for sharing tips and working on projects together.