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Things to Do in Boston with Kids This Weekend
Friday, Feb. 13 - Monday, Feb. 16
Looking for events and activities in Boston this weekend? Here are some family-friendly things to do in the area to add to your list for this weekend.
Best Things To Do This Weekend In and Near Boston
Great Backyard Bird Count
Worldwide
Friday, February 13-16
The Great Backyard Bird Count is an annual four-day event that engages bird watchers of all ages in counting birds to create a real-time snapshot of where the birds are. Website
The Bugs Bunny Film Festival
The Brattle Theatre, Cambridge
Friday, February 13-22
It’s still one of the team’s favorite programs to bring together each year, celebrating a collection of hilarious cartoon oddballs on the big screen in 35mm. Families are invited to enjoy another round of classic cartoon comedies in a theater setting. Website
Providence Children's Film Festival's 17th Annual Film Festival
Providence
Friday, February 13-22
The Providence Children's Film Festival offers a fun and engaging selection of films for young audiences, featuring everything from animated shorts to family-friendly features. Website
Puppet Showplace Theater Presents: “The Fiery Mountain and Its Princess: A Monkey King Tale" by Galapagos Puppets & Jimmy Zhao Chinese Music Ensemble
Brookline
Saturday, February 14-17
Join the mischievous Monkey King in taming a fiery mountain. When Monk Tang and his disciples are stopped mid-journey by a blazing fire mountain, they learn that only a magical fan can put out the flames. Website
Lunar New Year 2026 Festival + Market
The Museum at Lynn Museum & Arts Center, Lynn — FREE
Saturday, February 14
Lucky Knot Arts presents the 2026 Lunar New Year Festival + Market. Celebrate the new year and support Asian American artists and vendors, partake in family-friendly activities and cultural performances, and more. Website
The Secret Life of Urban Owls
Mass Audubon's Boston Nature Center, Boston
Saturday, February 14
Discover the world of owls and how these nocturnal hunters contribute to healthy ecosystems, investigate owl pellets to uncover their favorite meals. This program offers a fun and fascinating look at some of the forest's most mysterious residents. Website
Saehae bok mani badeuseyo! Happy New Year!
Discovery Museums, Acton
Saturday, February 14
Learn about Korean Lunar New Year traditions, presented in a kid-friendly way. Website
Sweetheart Dance at The Learning Experience – Natick
Natick — FREE
Saturday, February 14
This Sweetheart Dance is a special family-friendly event where little learners can dress up, dance with their grown-ups, and enjoy a fun, festive evening together. Website
Tết in Boston: Vietnamese Lunar New Year Festival
Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, Boston
Saturday, February 14
Bringing together the local Vietnamese community to honor the Lunar New Year or Tết — this vibrant event commemorates the Year of the Horse or Xuân Bính Ngọ, a symbol of energy, freedom, and perseverance in Vietnamese culture. Come celebrate the occasion with traditional food, live performances, and fun activities for all ages as we embrace the spirit of renewal and togetherness. Tết in Boston can’t wait to see you there!General Admission: Online - $12At the Door - $15Free for children under 3 years old Free parking is provided. Website
World Hippo Day
Franklin Park Zoo, Boston
Sunday, February 15
Enjoy special enrichment, educator chats, hands-on discovery stations, fun trivia, and creative crafts, all focused on pygmy hippos and how you can be a hero for hippos. Website
Presidents’ Day: Free Admission at the Institute of Contemporary Art, Boston
Boston — FREE
Monday, February 16
The ICA is offering FREE admission for all on Presidents’ Day, Monday, February 16. Website
Free Entrance Days in the National Parks
Nationwide — FREE
Monday, February 16
It's Presidents Day, which means all national parks in the United States are open to the public with no admission fee. Yay! Website
Frostival Ferris Wheel
Rose Kennedy Greenway
Through February
This February, the Rose Kennedy Greenway becomes the ultimate winter hot spot with a towering Ferris Wheel offering sweeping skyline views. Website