Things to do this weekend in and around Boston
Friendly fun in Boston for July 18 - July 20, 2025
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Friday, July 18, 2025
Start your weekend with a wonderful opportunity to capture family memories at the Free mini photo session with Shoott! - Boston, where talented local photographers offer 30-minute outdoor sessions with no upfront cost. For a lively farm experience, head to the 2025 Food Truck Open at Cider Hill Farm in Amesbury from 11 am to 4 pm, perfect for enjoying delicious food and farm vibes. Art lovers can visit the Summer Saturday Open Studio at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston from 1 to 4 pm for creative family fun. Don’t miss the chance to explore firefighting history at the Boston Fire Museum, open from 10 am to 4 pm. Finally, celebrate nature and science at the EcoTarium's 200th Birthday Party Festival in Worcester from 10 am to 6 pm, a festive day for all ages.
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Saturday offers a delightful mix of outdoor and artistic activities. Join the Canvas & Cookies Class at Urban Park in Cambridge from 1 to 2 pm, where kids can create art and enjoy tasty treats. Experience a classic Boston outing with Swan Boat Rides in the Public Garden available from 10 am to 4 pm. For a unique storytime adventure, explore the Henry Builds a Cabin By D.B. Johnson Storywalk at Walden Pond State Reserve in Concord, an all-day outdoor event. Families can also visit the 2025 Braintree Farmers Market from 9 am to 1 pm for fresh local produce and community vibes. Lastly, discover the sparkling world of gems at the Emeralds at the Harvard Museum of Natural History in Cambridge, open from 9 am to 5 pm.
Sunday, July 20, 2025
Sunday is perfect for family exploration and fun. Dive into the playful world of building and creativity at the LEGO® Summer of Play at LEGO® Discovery Center Boston, featuring new build activities and dance parties throughout the day. Capture more family moments with another chance for a Free mini photo session with Shoott! - Boston. For a fun and educational outing, visit the KidsOutAndAbout.com Annual Survey and help vote for your favorite local family spots. Enjoy a festive atmosphere at the Christmas in July at Southwick's Zoo in Mendon from 10 am to 5 pm, a unique summer celebration. Finally, don’t miss the inspiring Scientist by Night, Dancer by Day: A Performance with Ellice Patterson at Discovery Museum in Acton at 3 pm, blending science and dance for all ages.