Boston Nature Center - 8:30 AM
Boston Nature Center - 8:30 AM
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Roger Williams Zoo - 10:00 AM
Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East - 11:00 AM
Roger Williams Zoo - 10:00 AM
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Weekend Fun for Boston Kids: GreenFest & Junk Fest, August 22-23
Families can find plenty of outdoor fun in Boston this weekend, including two super-cool festivals: one to celebrate the environment and another to celebrate ways we can reuse junk to create something fantastic. Both of these festivals have similar goals, and they both offer fun for local families.
Besides the festivals, this is a perfect weekend to check out the stars or go play in the park. With only a couple of weeks remaining before school starts up again, I plan on soaking up every possible minute of summer with my kids!
Also on Mommy Poppins Boston this week:
- Summer isn't over yet! If you find yourself with a free day, check out these 15 day trips for Boston families.
- If you really want to experience the outdoors this summer or fall, try one of these campgrounds near Boston.
- There's a new theme park in town! Thomas the Tank Engine has made his home in Carver, and we have the scoop.
Enjoy your weekend, and don't forget to check out the full Event Calendar! Note: due to projected bad weather, be sure to check with venues before heading to any outdoor events.
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Boston GreenFest - Boston
This environmental and multicultural music festival celebrates with activities, performers, food, art, and exhibits.
Marshfield Fair - Marshfield
The Marshfield Fair is a traditional American country fair that first took place in 1867.
SATURDAY AUGUST 22
Strandbeest Sneak Peek - Ipswich
Get a sneak peek of the Peabody Essex Museum's unique fall exhibition.
Astronomy Night - Arlington
Astronomy Night starts when the stars come out at Robbins Farm Park.
Clown Circus - Brookline
This fun, interactive puppet show features circus-inspired singing, dancing, storytelling, lion-taming, and more.
Story Time at Garden in the Woods - Framingham
Learn all about caterpillars and butterflies.
South Boston Harborwalk - Boston
Walk an easy 3-mile round trip along this seaside path with spectacular views along the way.
The Tailor's Craft - Boston
Clothing historian Henry Cooke takes on the role of an early Boston tailor at the Paul Revere House.
SUNDAY AUGUST 23
Junk Fest and Tinker Tent - Boston
Families can make something from junk at this free outdoor festival.
Sunday Parkland Games - Cambridge
The Sunday Parkland Games include fun and healthy activities for families, all for free.
Photo Courtesy of Boston GreenFest
