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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
6th Annual Bow Market Book Fair
Bow Market, Somerville — FREE
Saturday, March 22
The Bow Book Fair is back with a fun-filled day featuring Kiddo Story Time, Bookseller Pop-Ups, Saus’s Cookbook Swap, Author Signings, and more. Visit the website here.
Annual Tropical Fiesta
Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library — FREE
Saturday, March 22
Shake off the end-of-winter blues at JP's annual Tropical Fiesta! Visit the website here.
Family Fun at the Cyrus Dallin Art Museum: Tour & Sculpture Workshop
Arlington
Saturday, March 22
During this fun, hands-on program, kids aged 6-12 will explore how young Cyrus Dallin taught himself to sculpt by observing the wildlife and people around him. Visit the website here.
World Water Day at Metropolitan Waterworks Museum: Save Our Glaciers
Boston
Saturday, March 22
Celebrate World Water Day with special hands-on activities inspired by this year’s theme: Glacier Preservation. Help excavate sea creatures from a block of ice and learn more about glaciers and how to protect and preserve these vital natural resources. Visit the website here.
Nautical Maker Series: Decoupage Workshop
USS Constitution Museum, Charlestown
Saturday, March 22
Celebrate the official start of Spring by creating a decoupage take home. Get creative and look ahead to warmer weather. Visit the website here.
Luna's Magic Flute
Shrewsbury Public Library (Meeting Room AB), Shrewsbury— FREE
Saturday, March 22
Board a train with Luna to see the world in this exciting musical fairy tale about the power of music and friendship set to music. Visit the website here.
Brookline Music School 100th Anniversary Children's Concert
Brookline Village - Hunneman Hall — FREE
Saturday, March 22
Enjoy an Educational Performance by BMS Faculty. The featured program is Camille Saint-Saens, Carnival of the Animals. Visit the website here.
Fiberfest
Boston Public Market — FREE
Sunday, March 23
This festival brings together New England fiber farmers, producers, and crafters. Market visitors can browse through all the fiber art and goods the festival offers, and enjoy educational activities such as workshops and demonstrations. Visit the website here.
2025 Boston Instrumental Festival
Symphony Hall, Boston— FREE
Sunday, March 23
Music Celebrations International Presents: 2025 Boston Instrumental Festival Featuring five outstanding ensembles from throughout the United States! Visit the website here.
Popping Puppets (Ages 6-10)
New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill, Brookline
Sunday, March 23
Children are invited to explore the art of puppet-making in this hands-on class, creating three puppets inspired by plants and wildlife using various materials. Visit the website here.