West Island 5K Run/Walk & Kids Mile
Kick off at 8:00 AM for the West Island 5K Run/Walk & Kids Mile in the Boston area. This outdoor, community-driven event features a 5K course for runners and a Kids Mile, ideal for families seeking a morning of fitness and fun.
Canton Public Library 5K Fun Run
Join the Canton Public Library for a casual 5K Fun Run in the Boston area. This family-friendly outdoor race invites runners and walkers of all levels to enjoy a welcoming community event along local streets.
Lovin' LIFE 5K
Join the Lovin' LIFE 5K for a morning outdoor run in the Boston area. Starting at 8:00, this community road race invites runners of all levels to enjoy a healthy, festive start to the day.
Ange's Run 5K
Ange's Run 5K in the Boston area kicks off at 8:00 AM, inviting runners of all levels to join a fast-paced 5K through local streets. A community race that blends fitness with camaraderie, featuring a supportive crowd, volunteers along the course, and a celebratory post-race vibe.
Jr's Paws for a Cause 5K
Kick off at 8:00 AM in the Boston area for Jr's Paws for a Cause 5K, a charity run that welcomes runners with their dogs. A family-friendly outdoor event that blends fitness with pet-loving community spirit, supporting animal welfare.
Brain Aneurysm Foundation New England Run/Walk
Support brain aneurysm awareness and research with a community Run/Walk in the Boston area. This family-friendly charity event invites runners and walkers of all levels to fundraise for brain aneurysm research and patient support.
Celebrate World Flamingo Day
Celebrate World Flamingo Day at Franklin Park Zoo in Boston with family-friendly activities, flamingo talks, enrichment demonstrations, and fun photo opportunities. Learn about flamingos, conservation, and enjoy kid-friendly crafts and interactive exhibits across the tropical habitats.
Trees Through Time: Tree Trek in Salem's McIntire
Join a free, family-friendly outdoor tree trek led by PEM guides, tracing the canopy and historic streets of Salem’s McIntire District. This 11:00 am walk blends nature discovery with local history, starting at the Peabody Essex Museum. An engaging outing for visitors of all ages.
Explore and Play (Ages 0-5)
Babies and toddlers explore self-guided activity stations in the Rey Room at the Boston Public Library. Designed for ages 0-5, this casual, family-friendly program invites early play and discovery in a welcoming, accessible setting. Accessibility accommodations available on request via [email protected].
Greenway Food Trucks featuring Moyzilla — Tuesday Lunch
Explore 22 rotating food trucks serving Indian, Korean, Mexican, burgers, pizza and more along the Rose Kennedy Greenway for Tuesday lunch (11:30 am–2 pm). From Dewey Square to the Greenway Carousel, savor diverse street foods in a lively outdoor market setting. Details at https://www.rosekennedygreenway.org/food
Mount Auburn Cemetery Tour
Join a docent-led 90-minute walking tour of Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge, exploring local history and the cemetery’s connections to MIT. Discover notable graves, thoughtful landscape design, and the stories that shaped the community, all at a relaxed pace.
FAMILY BOARD GAME FUN
Join the Boston Public Library for a fun-filled afternoon of family-friendly board games, card games, and oversized classics. This welcoming library program is perfect for families looking to play, laugh, and connect in a comfortable indoor setting.
Stretch & Fetch
Join a 45-minute yoga session led by Melissa Paz at the GSU Terrace Lounge, followed by a meet-and-greet with Student Health Services therapy dogs. A relaxing wellness break in Boston—movement and canine companionship.
ICA Teens Spring Showcase
Teens from across the region present a dynamic showcase of contemporary art at the Institute of Contemporary Art Boston. This student-curated program features works across media—installations, visuals, and live performance—in the museum’s modern galleries, offering a vibrant glimpse of emerging voices in a professional venue.
Vesak
Vesak on the Boston University campus features a Buddhist cultural program with readings, meditation, and community sharing. BU hosts a spiritually-infused celebration of Buddha's birth, enlightenment, and passing, inviting students and the wider campus to participate.
Harvard Museum of Natural History: Glass Flowers and More
Discover Harvard's Museum of Natural History: from dinosaur fossils, meteorites and rare minerals to gems and whale skeletons. Stand before the world’s only mounted Kronosaurus, a 1,642-pound amethyst geode, and the Sea Monsters and Glass Flowers displays in one immersive exhibit.
Story Time for Toddlers (Ages 2-3)
Join a story time for toddlers aged 2–3 at the Boston Public Library. In the Children's Library Rey Room, caregivers and little ones will enjoy read-alouds, songs, and simple activities that spark early literacy. Accessibility accommodations are available with advance notice.
Visit from Bean the Comfort Dog
A visit from Bean the Comfort Dog to Boston University on April 30, offering a heartwarming campus moment as students and families meet a friendly therapy dog and enjoy a relaxing, uplifting break on campus.
Drop-In Afterschool Crafts
Kids ages 6-12 can drop by the Faneuil Branch Library for an hour of afterschool crafting. The library provides all supplies for a fun, creative activity in a welcoming, kid-friendly setting.
Art in Bloom
Art in Bloom is a special MFA Boston event pairing floral displays with masterworks, running May 1–3 during museum hours. Floral arrangements inspired by gallery pieces transform the space, offering a colorful, immersive experience inside the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.
Boston's Bike to Work Day Festival 2026
Boston's Bike to Work Day Festival is an outdoor city celebration at 1 City Hall Square designed to promote cycling to work. The free event features group rides, bike-themed activities, and community booths in downtown Boston, creating a family-friendly, high-energy civic gathering.
Our Favorite Day
Join a family-friendly morning at the Peabody Essex Museum for Our Favorite Day. Explore galleries, participate in kid-focused activities, and enjoy free admission as creativity and culture come alive in Boston’s historic PEM space.
Friday Afternoon Drop-In Art: Wet-Felted Snakes
Join a drop-in art activity at Peabody Essex Museum to sculpt wet-felted snakes. No prior experience needed; families and adults can explore colorful felting techniques in a relaxed museum setting.
SoWa First Fridays
Experience SoWa First Fridays: a 5-9 PM art walk through the SoWa Vintage Market featuring open galleries, local artists, and pop-up vendors in Boston’s SoWa Arts District. Free admission and a casual, family-friendly evening.
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