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Things to Do in Boston with Kids This Weekend
Thursday, Jan. 1 - Sunday, Jan. 4
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
New Year's Celebration
Calderwood Studio at WGBH, Boston
Wednesday, December 31 -Thursday, January 1, 2025
Ring in the New Year with Boston Baroque. Music Director Martin Pearlman leads Boston Baroque's orchestra in a sparkling program. Webs==
Bright Nights at Forest Park
300 Sumner Avenue, Springfield
Through Sunday, January 4, 2026
Various times
Age: All ages
Price: $25 per car
Travel through a dazzling wonderland of over 750,00 lights at Bright Nights at Forest Park. This three-mile drive-thru spectacular features festive scenes, iconic characters, and peaceful gardens, all illuminated for a joyous holiday experience. Website
Vacation Week Palooza: Peter Rabbit by Pumpernickel Puppets
Puppet Showplace Theater, Brookline
Thursday t0 Friday, January 1-4, 2026
Meet adventurous and naughty Peter Rabbit, who, against his mother's wishes, ventures into Mr. McGregor's garden for a taste of his favorite vegetable treats. Website
Free Family Days at 14 Boston Museums
Multiple Locations
Sunday, January 4, 2026
Students and families, join us for Boston Family Days! Explore a collection of local museums for free on the first and second Sundays of each month, thanks to a partnership between the MFA and the City of Boston. Website
Night Lights: Dazzling Gardens at New England Botanic Garden
Boylston
Last Weekend
Through January 4, 2026
Enter an illuminated world where the stars of the botanic garden shine, and where sparkling experiences and one-of-a-kind light displays inspire joy that lasts all year. It’s a celebration of nature like never before seen—bright, bold, and full of dazzle. Website
Paint On Stage! Kids Paint Day
Larcom Theatre, Beverly
Sunday, January 4, 2026
Kids take the stage – with paint. Paint on the historic Larcom stage and let your kids' creativity shine. Kids ages 5-14 will join local artist and instructor for a fun, encouraging, and inspiring paint day. This session features a cozy winter scenery painting with little birds. Website