Best Spring Festivals for Families
in Boston in 2026

Japan Festival at Boston Common
Boston
April 25-26, 2026
Back for 2026, the Japan Festival Boston features booths offering delicious foods and goods, games, and activities typical to traditional Japanese festivals, as well as music and performances by local artists on multiple stages. There is also a kid's corner on both days. Website

Duckling Day
Parkman Bandstand, Boston Common
May 10, 2026
Join the Friends of the Public Garden in Boston’s most beautiful parks for Duckling Day! A beloved Mother’s Day tradition for over 30 years, the event celebrates the children’s classic book Make Way for Ducklings by Robert McCloskey. Website

Lilac Sunday
Arnold Arboretum, Jamaica Plain
May 10, 2026
Of the thousands of flowering plants in the Arboretum, only one, the lilac, is singled out each year for a daylong celebration. This day is the only one all year when picnicking is permitted at the Arboretum. Website

Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl
Boston Seaport District
June 2-4, 2026
The annual Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl returns to the Seaport for the nation's largest all-you-can-eat ice cream festival, serving up ice cream, frozen yogurt, and sorbet from some of the nation's leading ice cream companies. Website

Boston Pride For The People
Boston Common
June 6, 2026
The Boston Pride For The People 2026 celebration will include a parade, a festival, and more! Website

Boston Pizza Festival
City Hall Plaza, Boston
June 19-21, 2026
Interested in "all-you-can-eat" pizza, sampling, live entertainment, games, and more? Vendors from all over will be serving up Gluten-Free, Vegan, Neapolitan, Sicilian, New York Style, and much more at City Hall Plaza in Boston. Website

Spring Festivals, Fairs, and Celebrations near Boston

Somerville's PorchFest
Neighborhood Porches
various locations, Somerville
May 9, 2026
Musicians and bands in styles including funk, blues, gospel, bluegrass and so many more serenade passersby from porches throughout Somerville. Website

41st Annual Harvard Square MayFair
Cambridge
May 24, 2026
The 41st Annual MayFair returns to Harvard Square. Experience food inspired by cultures from all over the world, unique one-of-a-kind gifts and crafts, al fresco beer gardens, music, entertainment, and dance. Website

Boston Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival
Charles River, Cambridge
June 14, 2026
Stunningly decorated boats race down the Charles River all day long, while arts and crafts, Asian food vendors, and Asian cultural performances line the riverbank. Website

Spring Festivals and Fairs in Greater Boston

Concord's Patriots' Day Parade
Concord Center
April 20, 2026
One of the most popular annual Patriots' Day celebrations around the region, the Concord Parade begins in the town center and travels to North Bridge, where there will be a battle reenactment of the "shot heard 'round the world." Website

Gore Place Sheepshearing Festival
Waltham
April 25, 2026
It’s the 39th year for this fair with 100 crafters and fiber artists, music, demonstrations of sheepshearing and herding dogs, wagon rides, historic re-enactors, and activities for kids of all ages. Website

Spring BloomFest at Stevens-Coolidge House
North Andover
April 30 - May 3, 2026
Kick off the start of Spring at Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens with a celebration of bulbs at Spring BloomFest weekend! During this festival style event, visitors will have access to the gardens and the opportunity to participate in our daily activities included as part of admission. Website

Tulip Fest at Cider Hill Farm
Amesbury
May 2 - May 10, 2026
A gorgeous variety of 100k tulips are scheduled to bloom in early May. Welcome in spring with this multi-weekend festival featuring free live music, self-guided blooming orchard walks, outdoor hard cider bars, food trucks, fitness n' family activities and pick-your-tulips. Website

2026 Watch City Steampunk Festival
Waltham Common
May 9, 2026
The 2026 Watch City Steampunk Festival will feature costumed performers, musicians, kids' activities, and over 60 unique vendors offering all things Steampunk. Website

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Best Spring Festivals for Families in Boston in 2026

Best Spring Festivals for Families
in Boston in 2026