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Everything you need to know about family fun in Boston (and beyond) this spring!

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Cycling with Kids In and Around Boston - National Bike Month, Bay State Bike Week and More

Things to do with kids: Cycling with Kids In and Around Boston - National Bike Month, Bay State Bike Week and More

Whether you’re sporting two wheels or four, riding a bike is efficient, economical, healthy, ecological and fun - and just about anyone can do it.

Cycling is celebrated around the country in May during National Bike Month. And this week in Massachusetts, it’s Bay State Bike Week, culminating in Bike to Work Day on Friday, May 17. In keeping with the spirit, we’ve rounded up some suggestions for area biking trails, family-friendly cycling tours, and special biking events taking place this spring.

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Day Trips and Weekend Getaways

Day Trips and Weekend Getaways

Have a day or two to get away with the family? One of the best things about living around Boston is the multitude of options for day trips and weekend getaways.

Like hiking or skiing? We've got that, in the mountains of Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine or Vermont. The beach? From Cape Cod to the coast of Maine to western Mass, oceans, bays, and lakes beckon. Cultural options? Cities like Portland, Springfield and Providence and living history venues like Plimoth Plantation and Sturbridge Village are all an easy one to two hours from Boston. 

To help with your planning, we've compiled a list of great day trip and weekend getaway ideas here in New England for you and your family. Enjoy these mini stay-cation ideas and have fun making memories! And if you're looking for more ideas, be sure to visit our New York, Connecticut, New Jersey and Long Island sites, too!

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Velveteen Rabbit
Concord Youth Theatre
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Japan Festival Boston
10:00am
Mystic River Herring Run and Paddle
DCR Blessing of the Bay Boathouse
8:00am
Pirates of Penzance
Loeb Drama Center
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New Exhibit: Alice's Wonderland
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Mom & Me Nature Fun
South Shore Natural Science Center
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Toddler Jumping Time
Sky Zone
9:30am
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Barnes & Noble Chestnut Hill
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Boston Common
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Parents and Tots
South Shore Natural Science Center
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New Exhibit: Alice's Wonderland
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Boston Common
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New Exhibit: Alice's Wonderland
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Boston Opera House
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Boston Common
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ICA - Institute of Contemporary Art
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MFA Memorial Day Weekend Open House
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