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Kids Events in Belmont, MA

91 upcoming family-friendly events in Belmont. Story times, festivals, workshops, and more.

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APR 1NOV 24

2026 Garden Season - General Admission

Apr 1 - Nov 24The Garden at Elm Bank9 mi · Wellesley
🌳 OutdoorAges 0+

Ready to spend a beautiful spring day surrounded by gorgeous gardens and nature? The Garden at Elm Bank in Wellesley, MA opens its 36-acre property for the 2026 Garden Season on Wednesday, April 1, with general admission that's affordable for the whole family. Parents will love exploring both traditional and modern gardening styles, and kids enjoy discovering the diverse landscapes and outdoor spaces across this stunning property.

via Massachusetts Horticultural Society - The Gardens at Elm Bank

APR 2APR 25

Professional Theatre

Apr 2 - Apr 25Wheelock Family Theatre7 mi away
🎭 Theater

Searching for an engaging way to introduce your family to professional theater? Wheelock Family Theatre in Boston is presenting a Professional Theatre production designed to captivate young audiences and spark a lifelong love of live performance. This is the perfect opportunity for families to experience the magic of theater together in a welcoming, child-focused environment.

via Wheelock Family Theatre

TUEAPR 7

Birdwatching Basics: Spring Bird Activity

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM EDTOnline
🔨 Workshop

Want to help your kids become backyard bird experts? Birdwatching Basics: Spring Bird Activity is an online workshop held in Belmont, MA that teaches families the fundamentals of identifying and observing birds during spring migration season. This engaging virtual program is perfect for curious learners of all ages who want to discover the feathered visitors in their own neighborhoods.

via Mass Audubon Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary

Thursday, April 9

THUAPR 9

Reporter Matt & Friends

3:30 AM EDTThe Wilbur, 246 Tremont St
🤝 Community

Want to introduce your family to stand-up comedy that's actually family-friendly? Reporter Matt & Friends brings comedian Matt Shearer to The Wilbur (246 Tremont St, Belmont, MA) on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, sharing hilarious stories about the fascinating personalities he's discovered throughout Massachusetts. This show is perfect for parents and older kids who enjoy witty, relatable humor without the rough edges.

via Google Events

THUAPR 9

Reporter Matt & Friends

3:30 AM - 6:30 PM EDTThe Wilbur, 246 Tremont St5 mi · Brookline
🤝 CommunityAges 5-17

Want to introduce your school-age kids to investigative journalism in a fun, engaging way? Reporter Matt & Friends at The Wilbur, 246 Tremont St in Brookline, MA, follows Matt Shearer as he shares stories about the funniest and most fascinating personalities he's discovered roaming Massachusetts. It's an entertaining show that celebrates curiosity, human connection, and storytelling for ages 5,17.

via Google Events

THUAPR 9

Spring Bird Walk

7:00 AM - 9:00 AM EDTHabitat Education Center and Wildlife Sanctuary
🌳 Outdoor

Ready to spot migrating warblers and songbirds this spring? The Spring Bird Walk at Habitat Education Center and Wildlife Sanctuary in Belmont, MA invites families to explore nature with expert guides who'll teach you how to identify birds by sight and sound. This outdoor adventure is ideal for children who love nature and want to experience hands-on wildlife education.

via Mass Audubon Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary

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FRIAPR 24

Earth Day Workshops w/ Voices on the Air

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM EDTUmbrella Arts Center4 mi · Newton
🎨 Arts & Crafts

Celebrate Earth Day in a meaningful, creative way! Earth Day Workshops with Voices on the Air at Umbrella Arts Center in Newton brings environmental awareness to life through hands-on projects like building Earth Floats and enjoying live musical performances. Kids will leave inspired to protect our planet while having a blast creating and learning together.

via ArtsBoston Calendar

FRIAPR 24

Patterns in Plants Art Workshop

11:00 PM EDTin front of the Hunnewell Building
🎨 Arts & CraftsFREE

Inspire your young artist to see nature through a mathematical lens at Patterns in Plants Art Workshop, held in front of the Hunnewell Building in Belmont, MA. This FREE hands-on program explores the spirals, branches, and symmetry found in plants,perfect for kids who love both art and science. Families will create beautiful artwork while discovering the hidden geometry of the natural world.

via Arnold Arboretum

FRIAPR 24

Sounds of the Arboretum

11:00 PM EDTHunnewell Lawn
🔬 STEMFREE

Looking for a unique way to experience nature this spring? Sounds of the Arboretum on Hunnewell Lawn in Belmont, MA transforms how your family listens to the natural world,featuring special spectrograms that turn birdsong and wind into colorful visual patterns kids can actually see. Best of all, this FREE STEM event makes science fun and accessible for the whole family!

via Arnold Arboretum

FRIAPR 24

Sound Experience Activity

11:00 PM EDTHunnewell Lawn5 mi · Brookline
🔬 STEMFREE

Curious about how science reveals nature's hidden sounds? The FREE Sound Experience Activity at Hunnewell Lawn in Brookline lets kids see sound waves through special spectrograms and participate in hands-on experiments. It's a unique way to explore nature and STEM together, perfect for curious minds of all ages.

via Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University

FRIAPR 24

Cherry Blossom Concert

11:00 PM EDTBradley Rosaceous Collection5 mi · Brookline
🎵 MusicFREE

Dreaming of springtime music beneath cherry blossoms in bloom? The FREE Cherry Blossom Concert at Bradley Rosaceous Collection in Brookline features beautiful performances by musicians Chloe DeSteno and Ariana Mascari surrounded by peak cherry blossom beauty. It's a magical, free outdoor experience your whole family will treasure.

via Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University

FRIAPR 24

Patterns in Nature Art Program

11:00 PM EDTin front of the Hunnewell Building5 mi · Brookline
🎨 Arts & CraftsFREE

Want to help your child discover the hidden geometry of nature? The FREE Patterns in Nature Art Program at Hunnewell Building in Brookline combines hands-on art with science exploration, teaching kids about spirals, branching, and other natural patterns. It's the perfect blend of creativity and learning.

via Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University

Saturday, April 25

SATAPR 25

Moakley Park Cleanup

8:30 AM - 10:30 AM EDTMoakley Park Picnic Area near Saunders Stadium2 mi · Watertown
🌳 Outdoor

Want to make a real impact in your community while enjoying springtime outdoors? Join the Moakley Park Cleanup at Moakley Park Picnic Area near Saunders Stadium in Watertown, MA and help "Make Moakley Yours" this season. Families working together to restore the park is a wonderful way to teach kids environmental stewardship while strengthening neighborhood bonds.

via Boston Harbor Now

SATAPR 25

Stop by the Hunnewell lawn to experience the sounds of the Arboretum in a new way

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM EDTHunnewell Lawn
🌳 OutdoorFREE

Experience the hidden soundscape of nature at the Hunnewell Lawn in Belmont on Saturday, April 25, 2026,and it's FREE! This unique outdoor event invites families to view wind and birdsong through special spectrograms and join a "sound to sketch" activity where you and your child can draw what you're hearing together. It's a creative, sensory adventure that brings the Arboretum's natural symphony to life.

via Arnold Arboretum

SATAPR 25

Sound Experience on Hunnewell Lawn

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM EDTHunnewell Lawn5 mi · Brookline
🌳 OutdoorFREE

Ever wondered what a birdsong looks like? The Sound Experience on Hunnewell Lawn in Brookline, MA transforms the Arboretum's natural soundscape into something visible and magical. Kids will be amazed to see wind and birdsong visualized through special spectrograms at this FREE outdoor experience, perfect for curious families looking to engage all their senses.

via Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University

SATAPR 25

Patterns in Nature Art Workshop

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EDTin front of the Hunnewell Building5 mi · Brookline
🎨 Arts & CraftsFREE

Ready to turn your kids into nature artists? Patterns in Nature Art Workshop, held in front of the Hunnewell Building in Brookline, MA, invites families to explore the hidden geometry of the plant world,from spirals that follow the Fibonacci sequence to branching patterns that repeat in nature. This FREE hands-on workshop combines art and science in a way that'll make your kids see trees, flowers, and leaves completely differently.

via Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University

SATAPR 25

Sound Experience

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM EDTHunnewell Lawn5 mi · Brookline
🔬 STEMFREE

Want to help your kids experience sound in a totally new way? Sound Experience at Hunnewell Lawn in Brookline, MA turns the Arboretum into an interactive science playground where children can actually see birdsong and wind patterns through special spectrograms. This FREE, hands-on STEM activity proves that learning about sound is way more fun when you can watch it in action.

via Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University

SATAPR 25

Discover the patterns that shape the plant world

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EDTin front of the Hunnewell Building5 mi · Brookline
🎨 Arts & CraftsFREE

Ready to turn math and nature into art? Discover the Patterns That Shape the Plant World is a hands-on art program held in front of the Hunnewell Building in Brookline, MA, where kids explore spirals, branching patterns, and the Fibonacci sequence through creative play. This FREE Saturday activity on April 25, 2026, shows families how nature's designs inspire beautiful artwork,no math background needed!

via Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University

SATAPR 25

Illusionist Rick Thomas

11:00 PM EDT4 mi · Lexington
🎭 Theater

Looking for a magical Saturday night out in Lexington? Illusionist Rick Thomas is coming to Lexington, MA on Saturday, April 25, 2026, with mind-bending illusions and interactive magic that will captivate audiences of all ages. This is a paid theater event that's perfect for families who love a good mystery and spectacular visual effects.

via Lexington Chamber of Commerce Events

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MONJUN 1

The Prom

1:00 PM EDTWheelock Family Theatre8 mi · Needham
🎭 Theater

Looking for an unforgettable evening of theater and emotion? The Prom at Wheelock Family Theatre in Needham, MA is a modern musical celebration of acceptance, friendship, and joy. This engaging production offers accessibility performances, ensuring every family member can enjoy the magic of live theater.

via Wheelock Family Theatre

MONJUN 1

The Prom - Accessibility Performance

2:00 PM EDTWheelock Family Theatre
🎭 Theater

The Prom comes to life at Wheelock Family Theatre in Belmont on Monday, June 1, 2026, with full accessibility features so everyone in your family can enjoy the show. This inclusive performance includes ASL interpretation, audio description, and Braille playbills, making theater accessible and welcoming for all. Tickets are just $20 for ASL-users and companions,a fantastic value for a memorable theatrical experience.

via Wheelock Family Theatre

MONJUN 1

The Prom (Accessibility Performance)

2:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDTWheelock Family Theatre8 mi · Needham
🎭 Theater

Experience the magic of theater with your family at Wheelock Family Theatre's accessibility performance of "The Prom" in Needham, MA! This special showing ensures that all children,including those who are Deaf, blind, or hard of hearing,can fully enjoy the production with American Sign Language interpretation, audio description, and Braille playbills. Theater should be for everyone, and this $20 per ticket event proves it.

via Wheelock Family Theatre

MONJUN 1

Cirque Us Extravaganza

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EDTWheelock Family Theatre4 mi · Winchester
🎭 Theater

Get ready for jaw-dropping acrobatics and non-stop laughter at Cirque Us Extravaganza, coming to Wheelock Family Theatre in Winchester, MA. Featuring jugglers, clowns, contortionists, aerialists, and acrobats from world-renowned circus companies, this high-flying performance will leave your whole family mesmerized by incredible feats of skill and artistry.

via Wheelock Family Theatre

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FRIJUN 12

Date Night

1:15 AM - 4:15 PM EDTThe Village Playspace, 64 Salem St4 mi · Medford
🎭 Theater

Feeling like date night is impossible to arrange? Date Night at The Village Playspace (64 Salem St, Medford, MA) solves the sitter stress by providing trusted, quality childcare while you and your partner enjoy time together. Your child will have a blast in a safe, fun environment, so you can actually relax and reconnect.

via Google Events

JUN 12JUN 13

Cyanotype Family Fun (Workshop) - Brookline, MA 2026

Jun 12 - Jun 13Brookline Arts Center, 86 Monmouth St5 mi · Brookline
🌳 Outdoor

Discover an enchanting way to create art this summer at the Cyanotype Family Fun Workshop at Brookline Arts Center, 86 Monmouth St, Brookline, MA. Families will explore the magic of sun printing,an exciting technique that's been used for over 150 years,by foraging for natural materials and creating one-of-a-kind prints. This hands-on outdoor workshop on Friday, June 12, 2026, is perfect for creative kids ages 6 and up who love experimenting with nature and light.

via Google Events

JUN 12JUN 27

In Old AgePlay 8 of the Ufot Family Cycle

Jun 12 - Jun 274 mi · Somerville
🎭 Theater

Seeking a unique cultural experience for your family in Somerville? "In Old Age: Play 8 of the Ufot Family Cycle" is a theater production coming to Somerville, MA on Friday, June 12, 2026. This distinctive theatrical offering provides families with meaningful entertainment that explores compelling stories and artistic expression.

via ArtsEmerson

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