Boston family events
Family-friendly events around Boston, MA: museum programs, shows, nature activities and more, Sep 25 - Oct 9, 2026.
Fri, Oct 16 to Sun, Oct 18
Fri, Oct 23 to Sun, Oct 25
Fri, Oct 30 to Sun, Nov 1
Fri, Nov 6 to Sun, Nov 8
Sunday, October 25
10am to 2pm, through Oct 25
Cider Hill FarmNot-so-spooky trick-or-treat trail through the orchards with treat stations on the farm, plus tractor rides, a costume contest, a local makers market, and live music. $19 per trick-or-treating child; adults free.
11am to 1pmFree
Prudential CenterThe 32nd annual indoor trick-or-treat through 30-plus mall stores and restaurants, with a magic show, face painting, Halloween crafts, and a kids concert. Free; optional $5 treat bag benefits Boston Children's Hospital.
12 to 4pm, through Oct 25Free
Fort Independence, Castle IslandThe historic fort becomes a kid-friendly Halloween castle: eight themed rooms, spooky storytelling, free face painting, and costumed fort exhibits. Free; costumes encouraged.
10am to 5pm, through Nov 1
Boston Children's MuseumTwo-plus weeks of Halloween play inside the museum: Halloween-themed pinball, singing jack-o-lanterns, Monster Mash dance sessions, and a pumpkin scavenger hunt. Included with museum admission.
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