Family Events in Boston

Pink in the Pool

2026-03-21T09:00:00

Long Bridge Aquatics & Fitness Center

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Pink in the Pool turns Arlington's Long Bridge Aquatics & Fitness Center into a family-friendly splash party during the National Cherry Blossom Festival. Enjoy a free leisure-pool swim session with pink-themed vibes, making it a playful, inclusive start to spring for all ages.

Somerville Winter Farmers Market

2026-03-21T09:00:00

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Weekly Winter Farmers Market at The Center for the Arts at the Armory in Somerville features 71+ local vendors offering produce, meats, cheese, bakery items, and handmade goods. Free entry; SNAP/EBT accepted with a $15 match; Saturdays 9:30am–1:30pm through Apr 11, 2026. Indoor market in a community arts venue.

7th Annual Bow Market Book Fair

2026-03-21T09:30:00

Bow Market

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Join the 7th Annual Bow Market Book Fair at Bow Market in Boston for live readings, author signings, and curated book stalls. A celebration of local writing with accessible discussions in a lively indoor marketplace setting.

Drop In Art Making

2026-03-21T10:00:00

Museum of Fine Arts, Boston

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Drop-in art making session at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston on March 21, 2026 at 10:00 AM. Visitors of all ages can drop in to try hands-on art projects with museum educators, in a welcoming gallery setting.

Beyond The Spectrum Teens 12

2026-03-21T10:30:00

Museum of Fine Arts, Boston

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An inclusive teen-focused workshop at the Museum of Fine Arts Boston titled Beyond the Spectrum, inviting 12-year-olds to explore art through interactive activities and guided gallery sessions. The program emphasizes accessibility and hands-on learning in a welcoming museum setting.

Clown with Dean Evans

2026-03-21T10:30:00

The Rockwell

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Dean Evans headlines a kid-friendly clown show at The Rockwell in Somerville. The performance features colorful tricks, playful audience interaction, and gentle humor designed for families with children. A joyful afternoon of live entertainment ideal for kids and their grown-ups.

Discovery Cart

2026-03-21T11:00:00

Museum of Fine Arts, Boston

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Discover art with the MFA Boston's Discovery Cart—a hands-on gallery activity with discovery carts and short tours designed to bring artworks to life for families and curious visitors.

You Are What You Collect: Cyanotype Portraits

2026-03-21T13:00:00

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum

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Polly Thayer Starr Visiting Studio Artist Ally Schmaling invites you to explore cyanotypes at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. In this hands-on portrait workshop, learn the vintage cyanotype process and create small, story-driven images from your collections, discovering how objects tell personal narratives.

Donna Byrne at Scullers Jazz Club

2026-03-21T19:00:00

Scullers Jazz Club

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Jazz vocalist Donna Byrne headlines Scullers Jazz Club in Boston on March 21, 2026, at 7pm. Expect sultry, witty vocals and a high-caliber live performance in an intimate club setting, backed by a renowned lineup. An all-ages night of top-notch jazz.

Harvard University Women's Basketball vs Eastern Kentucky University

2026-03-22T00:00:00

Cambridge, Mass.

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Harvard women's basketball hosts Eastern Kentucky University in a mid-season NCAA clash at Harvard's Cambridge campus. Expect fast guard play, tough defense, and a spirited atmosphere in a historic college-arena setting near Boston. A showcase of high-level women's basketball and college rivalry.

Baby & Me Story Time (0-18 Months)

2026-03-23T10:30:00

Boston Public Library

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Join Librarian Dani for a baby-friendly story time at Boston Public Library designed for caregivers and babies aged 0-18 months. Enjoy songs, bounces, lifts, and short stories, followed by open play for sensory exploration and socializing. Toddlers and older siblings are welcome to join.

BTU Homework Help at Boston Public Library

2026-03-23T15:00:00

Boston Public Library

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Drop-in homework-help sessions at the Boston Public Library led by a Boston Teachers Union teacher. No registration is required. The program welcomes students and families seeking quick, friendly support after school, with accessibility accommodations offered upon request.

BTU Homework Assistance

2026-03-23T16:00:00

Boston Public Library

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Drop-in homework assistance at the Boston Public Library, provided through a partnership with the Boston Teachers Union. A Boston Public Schools teacher helps students with questions and assignments—no registration needed. A welcoming, family-friendly program that supports learning in a cozy library setting.

Paddington

2026-03-23T16:00:00

Brattle Theatre

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A family-friendly screening of Paddington at the historic Brattle Theatre in Boston. Join Paddington for a charming, feel-good adventure that delights kids and adults with wit, warmth, and timeless cinema magic.

Preschool Tinker Play Group

2026-03-23T16:30:00

Boston Public Library

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Join Miss Nora for a six-week Preschool Tinker Play Group at the Boston Public Library, where young children play and learn together. Through hands-on STEAM activities, kids will build, explore, and make new friends in a friendly library setting—perfect for families with preschoolers.

Baby Lapsit 2

2026-03-24T10:30:00

Boston Public Library

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Baby Lapsit 2 is a gentle, music-filled session for babies aged 0-24 months at the Boston Public Library. Expect bounces, rhymes, stories, and songs designed to stimulate early literacy and parent-baby bonding. Repeat slots available Monday and Tuesday—please pick one time.

Yarn & Needlework Drop-in Circle

2026-03-24T11:00:00

Boston Public Library

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Casual, drop-in yarn and needlework circle at the Boston Public Library. Bring your current project and stitch alongside other crafters in a friendly, no-teacher format—no registration required. A welcoming library setting for makers to share tips and ideas.

Crafternoons at West Roxbury

2026-03-24T15:00:00

Boston Public Library

art

Miss Annette leads a family-friendly crafting session at West Roxbury Library’s Community Room. Participants upcycle everyday bits—toilet paper rolls, plastic lids, straws—into imaginative art using provided materials. A casual, creative workshop in a welcoming library setting.

LEGO Club

2026-03-24T16:30:00

Boston Public Library

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Join LEGO Club at Boston Public Library for open LEGO-building time. Create towers, cars, and more in a casual, family-friendly drop-in session for ages 5–12. The library setting provides a welcoming space for creativity, play, and hands-on learning.

Harvard University Women's Lacrosse vs Holy Cross

2026-03-24T18:00:00

Cambridge

sports

Harvard women's lacrosse hosts Holy Cross at Jordan Field in Cambridge for an outdoor NCAA showdown. This Ivy League vs Patriot League clash is streamed on ESPN+ and tickets are available online, promising fast-paced action, skilled play, and a spirited campus atmosphere.

Dog Licensing And Low-cost Rabies Clinic - South End

2026-03-25T10:00:00

Animal Rescue League of Boston10 Chandler Street, South End

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Dog licensing and a low-cost rabies vaccination clinic hosted by the Animal Rescue League of Boston at 10 Chandler Street (South End) on March 25, 2026 at 10:00. A community service event offering affordable vaccines and pet licensing to local dog owners.

Story Time at DotHouse Health

2026-03-25T10:30:00

Boston Public Library

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Join librarian Josh from the Fields Corner Branch for Story Time at DotHouse Health in Dorchester on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 10:30 AM. This family-friendly library program features stories and songs to spark early literacy and community fun for kids.

Storytime

2026-03-25T10:30:00

Boston Public Library

family

Join the Boston Public Library for a weekly Storytime featuring stories, songs, movement, and a craft for ages 2–5. This cozy, kid‑friendly program sparks early literacy and a love of storytelling in a welcoming library setting.

Story Time (Ages 0-5)

2026-03-25T11:00:00

Boston Public Library - Event is in the second floor program room.

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Story Time at Boston Public Library invites babies, toddlers, and young children to enjoy songs, rhymes, and picture books in a cozy second-floor program room. The session features movement breaks and gentle storytelling to spark early literacy in a warm, family-friendly setting. Accessibility accommodations can be arranged with advance notice.

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