Little Builders (Ages 0-3)
Drop-in playtime for ages 0-3 at the Boston Public Library program room, focused on block-building and open-ended exploration. No registration required; a welcoming, accessible space for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers to learn through play.
Baby & Me Lapsit and Story Time
Join Miss Sarah on Tuesdays at 10:30 am in the Boston Public Library's Children's Room for short stories, songs, and rhymes. A baby-and-me lap time that builds early literacy while parents connect with other families and caregivers of infants 0-18 months.
Music and Movement, Ages 0-5
Join us in the Boston Public Library's Rey Room for Music and Movement, a lively, age-appropriate program of singing, reading, moving, and rhymes for ages 0-5. A welcoming, indoor family-friendly event designed for caregivers and little ones; accessibility accommodations can be requested in advance.
Duck Boat Challenge
Join Boston Parks and Recreation for the Duck Boat Challenge at Boston Common. This family-friendly community event celebrates youth sports with a fun, team-based duck-boat pull and friendly competition. Free to attend and great for families looking for outdoor activity and city pride.
Fixit Clinic Junior: BPL Central Branch
Hands-on Fixit Clinic Junior at Boston Public Library Central Branch offers a free, family-friendly session where kids and caregivers team up with volunteer Fixit coaches to learn basic troubleshooting and repair skills in a welcoming library setting.
Community Volunteer Day in Franklin Park
Join Boston Parks and Recreation’s Urban Wilds Division for a morning volunteer day at Franklin Park. Help remove non-native plants and contribute to habitat-wall construction to restore local ecosystems in Long Crouch Woods, starting at 10:00. This outdoor, beginner-friendly activity is free and open to families and adults.
Duck Boat Challenge
Join Boston Parks and Recreation for the Duck Boat Challenge at Boston Common. This free, family-friendly outdoor event invites kids and families to participate in a playful youth-sports challenge that promotes fitness, teamwork, and community spirit in a historic city park.
Mini Plant Building Blocks
A family-friendly LEGO plant-building workshop at the MassArt campus, where participants create small plant figures and celebrate spring. This hands-on session blends creativity with playful design in a welcoming indoor space.
Storytime with Phaea Crede
Storytime with Phaea Crede at Newtonville Books in Boston offers a warm, kid-friendly reading session for families, with engaging stories and a meet-the-author moment.
Bunny Craft
Join Boston Public Library for a cheerful bunny-themed paper craft session. All materials are provided, and the activity is designed for kids and families to make a cute bunny keepsake in a welcoming library setting.
Chess Club (All Ages)
Join Kai for a beginner-friendly chess session at the Boston Public Library. Learn basic moves, strategies, and tips in a friendly, all-ages setting, with guidance suitable for newcomers and players of varying levels.
Story Time with Sara Levine, author of A Visit with the Birds
Porter Square Books in Cambridge hosts a family-friendly story time with Sara Levine, author of A Visit with the Birds. The event invites young readers to hear an engaging picture-book reading at the Cambridge store, followed by a chance to meet the author.
Drop-In Knitting
Join Boston Public Library for a casual drop-in knitting session every Saturday at 11:00 am. Bring needles and yarn to chat, swap tips, and knit with fellow makers in a welcoming library setting.
Second Saturdays Story Time
Second Saturdays Story Time at Harvard Art Museums offers a family-friendly storytelling session inspired by the museum’s collections. Kids and their grown-ups enjoy a playful, educational program with activities in a welcoming indoor setting in Boston.
Orthodox Easter
Orthodox Easter in Boston brings liturgical services and community gatherings to local churches for a shared celebration of the Christian holiday. Expect traditional prayers, chants, and festive fellowship as neighborhoods observe this season.
Fantastic Bookfair
Fantastic Bookfair is a multi-day literary exhibition running April 12–25 at South Crackatorium in Boston, with a reception on April 16 and live appearances by Frog and Toad. Curated by Sophia Philip, the event blends book discovery, discussion, and family-friendly fun in a welcoming setting.
Crown: A Celebration of Black Hair
An inspiring arts event in Lexington near Boston celebrating Black hair as culture and identity. Free admission, this exhibition-style gathering blends visual works with community dialogue, honoring hair textures, styles, and stories in a welcoming, creative space.
Family ART-trek
Join Family ART-trek at the Institute of Contemporary Art Boston for a kid-friendly gallery adventure. Families explore contemporary artworks through guided prompts, hands-on art activities, and creative challenges designed for curious minds.
Baseball vs. Maine
Cheer on the Northeastern Huskies as they host the Maine Black Bears at Friedman Diamond inside Parsons Field. This daytime college baseball game promises a lively campus atmosphere in Boston, with fans, snacks, and competitive play.
Boston Teachers Union: Homework Help
Drop-in homework help at the Boston Public Library with teachers from the Boston Teachers Union. No registration is required, and students can get homework assistance in a welcoming library setting, with accessibility accommodations available upon request.
Vaisakhi
Vaisakhi, the Sikh harvest festival, is celebrated in Boston with prayers, kirtan, and communal meals. The Boston University event showcases cultural traditions, music, and the sharing of langar, offering an inviting, family-friendly glimpse into a vibrant religious festival.
Toddler Story Time
Toddler Story Time at Boston Public Library’s Community Room invites children aged 0–5 to enjoy books, songs, movement, and finger play led by Miss Annette. A warm, family-friendly literacy visit in a comfortable indoor setting; accommodations available on request.
Day of Climate at MIT 2026
Join MIT's Day of Climate at the MIT Museum for an all-ages afternoon of climate learning and action. The program features a keynote by retired NASA astronaut Suni Williams and invites students, families, and professionals to engage with climate science in a dynamic MIT setting. Attendance is free with registration.
Boston Marathon Expo
Explore the Boston Marathon Expo at the Hynes Convention Center for runners and fans alike. Get bibs, gear, sponsor booths, and the latest in marathon training during the lead-up to race weekend in Boston. A can’t-miss kickoff event with exhibitors, clinics, and pace-setting demos.
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