Weekend Fun for Boston Kids: Jack-o-Lanterns, Apples & Amazing Archaeology, October 3-4

9/30/15 - By Kip Wilson Rechea

If you're the type to swoon over sweaters, pumpkin spice lattes, and crisp fall air, you're going to love what we have on the docket this weekend. Since it's not too early for pumpkins, it's not too early to start preparing for Halloween, either. One of the coolest ways to get in the spirit is the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular (pictured), opening this weekend. Some fairs and festivals around town celebrate apples and fall, and others throw a little archaeology and engineering in the mix. With so many fantastic choices, you'll surely have a great time— whatever you choose to do this weekend!

Also on Mommy Poppins Boston this week: Be sure to check out the October Go List for the best picks of this spooky month.

Enjoy your weekend, and don't forget to check out the full Event Calendar!

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Apple Days - Sturbridge
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Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular - Providence, RI
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SATURDAY OCTOBER 3

Drum Girl Dream Storywalk - Jamaica Plain
The Drum Dream Girl StoryWalk celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month by leading families through Boston’s Latin Quarter reading pages of the story.

Weir River Fall Festival - Hingham
Families can celebrate the harvest and the season at this annual Fall Festival.

Amazing Archaeology Fair at Harvard - Cambridge
Fair activities take place among the world-famous collections of North American, Maya, and Ancient Near Eastern archeology.

Haunted Movies on Salem Common - Salem
Each Saturday this month, catch free Halloween-themed movies outdoors on Salem Common.

SUNDAY OCTOBER 4

Family Day at the Waterworks Museum - Chestnut Hill
This open house introduces kids to water science, engineering concepts, and the history behind the metropolitan water system.

Free Children's Concert - Wakefield
The theme at this year's free concert is The Places of Music, exploring how music can create imagery in the listener’s mind.

Fall Festival at Gore Place - Waltham
It's a great day of celebrating fall.

Boston Cello Quartet - Boston
The Boston Cello Quartet is visiting Savin Hill Park to give a free performance for all.