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Things to Do for Kids in Boston in May 2025
Free Comic Book Day 2025
Everywhere—FREE
Saturday, May 3, 2025
Pow! Crash! Boom! Getting comic books for free is...super! Free Comic Book Day is again held on the first Saturday in May. Free Comic Book Day is a nationwide event, and kids (small and grown) can stop by any participating comic store to receive their free comics. Visit the website here.
Spring BloomFest at Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens
North Andover
Saturday, May 3, 2025
Stroll through the beautiful gardens with budding tulips, daffodils, and other spring bulbs while enjoying the crisp spring air and soundscape serenades. During this festival-style event, visitors will have access to the gardens and the opportunity to participate in daily activities, included as part of your admission. Visit the website here.
Tulip Fest at Cider Hill Farm
Amesbury—FREE
Weekends, May 3-4 & May 10- 11, 2025
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. Visit the website here.
Lilac Sunday
The Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University
Boston—FREE
Sunday, May 11, 2025
Experience the springtime bloom of the Arboretum's renowned collection of over 400 lilacs. Visit for tours with Arboretum experts, hands-on children’s programming, dancing, meditation, chalk art, and more. Picnicking in the Arboretum landscape is permitted on this day only. Visit the website here.
2025 Watch City Steampunk Festival
Waltham Common, located next to Waltham City Hall — FREE
Saturday, May 10, 2025
The 2025 Watch City Steampunk Festival will feature costumed performers, musicians, kids' activities, and over 60 unique vendors offering all things Steampunk. Visit the website here.
Somerville's PorchFest
Neighborhood Porches
various locations, Somerville, MA — FREE
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Musicians and bands in styles including funk, blues, gospel, bluegrass and so many more serenade passersby from porches throughout Somerville. Visit the website here.
Revere Beach Kite Festival
Revere -- FREE
Saturday, May 10, 2025
The 9th Annual Kite Festival on Revere Beach will kick off beach season with fun for the whole family! Visit the website here.
Blossom Festival at Southwick's Zoo
Mendon
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Blossom Fest is coming to Southwick's Zoo — think Harvest Fest, but SPRING-infused! Visit the website here.
Duckling Day
Friends of the Public Garden, Boston Common — FREE
Sunday, May 11, 2025
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. Visit the website here.
Canobie Lake Park: Opening Day 2025
Salem, NH
Saturday, May 17, 2025
Celebrating 123 years of family fun, the folks at Canobie Lake Park, a premier New England fun spot, are putting together what promises to be an amazing experience for opening day this year. Visit the website here.
Canton Heritage Festival
Paul Revere Heritage Site, Canton— FREE
Saturday, May 17, 2025
The Canton Heritage Festival promises to bring together folks of all ages for fun, food, shopping, and history as it celebrates the region’s past and living present. Visit the website here.
Franklin Park Kite & Bike Festival
Franklin Park Playstead, Dorchester— FREE
Saturday, May 17, 2025
Go fly a kite at this 50-year Franklin Park tradition and celebrate the arrival of spring. Visit the website here.
2025 Greenway Spring Fest
Rowes Wharf Plaza on The Greenway, Boston -- FREE
Saturday, May 17, 2025
This year's Greenway Spring Fest (formerly Food Truck Festival) will feature 15 food trucks, free fitness classes, music from DJ CarlitosWave, and face painting by Glitter and Gore. Visit the website here.
Esplanade Community Day Celebration
Hatch Shell/Esplanade, Boston -- FREE
Sunday, May 11, 2025
The Esplanade Association is hosting its 5th Annual Community Day! Head to the Esplanade’s Fiedler Field for a full day of movement, music, food, games, and great partners. Visit the website here.