Things to Do with Kids

OPENING THIS APRIL IN MANORVILLE & RIVERHEAD!‍

This year, they've planted over 2.5 million Tulips at the 2 farms! Visit them regularly for upcoming bloom reports and for exciting news at the farm.

They are predicting that they will open both farms around April 15th for the Annual Tulip Festival, but it is all up to Mother Nature, so keep an eye on their website!

Waterdrinker Manorville
663 Wading River Road
Manorville, NY 11949

Waterdrinker North Fork
4560 Sound Avenue
Riverhead, NY 11901

Immerse yourself in the beauty and charm of early spring as you explore the rich history of 19th-century New England at Old Sturbridge Village. Explore the Village and enjoy the unique blend of hands-on learning, participatory demonstrations, and engaging conversation. Chat with the costumed historians, step inside historic homes and shops, meet the heritage breed animals, and so much more.

From Wednesday, April 1, through Thursday, April 30, 2026, enjoy FREE admission for up to two kids (ages 17 and under) with the purchase of an adult or senior general daytime admission ticket using code KID26 at checkout.

‍Reserve your tickets online and save even more! Members can also bring up to two kids not already covered by their membership.

1 Old Sturbridge Village Road

Sturbridge, MA 01566

Are you ready to welcome the little ones?! Then be there for Farm Babies, a beloved springtime tradition at the Minnesota Zoo!

What to Expect at Farm Babies

Every day, you can meet babies and their hardworking moms. Saturdays and Sundays, you can also kick up your heels with live music, activities and learning from the Farmkeepers about the agriculture and animals!

Goat and Sheep Barn

• Pygmy Nigerian Dwarf, Toggenburg and Alpine goats
• Shetland, Icelandic mix, and Dorset mix sheep‍

Horse Barn and pasture

• Clydesdale horses Frank and Ritchie
• Asian wild horse Marat‍

Pig Barn

• Kunekune pigs, a heritage breed from New Zealand
  

New to the Farm in 2026! Arriving soon: Miniature donkeys and miniature Highland & White Park cattle

Weekend Activities

Enjoy special activities every Saturday and Sunday during the Farm Babies season.

• Farm Babies & Moms
• Pop-up Animal Demos
• Education Activity Station
• Games and Photo Ops
• Farm House Refreshments
• Special Presentations
• Community Partners
• Story Time

Music at the Farm at 10 am, 12 pm and 2 pm

‍• April 25 – 26: World Beat Duo
• May 2 – 3: Slim Pickins (Saturday) and Thyme and the Spice (Sunday)
• May 9 – 10: The Argyle Street Trio (Saturday) and Silk & Sandpaper (Sunday)
• May 16 -17: The Jorgensens

Farm Babies is open daily during regular Zoo hours and is included with admission. Get your tickets here.

13000 Zoo Boulevard

Apple Valley, MN 55124

Join Bridges: Pan-Afrikan Arts Movement to let your inner poet soar!

Poetry has always been a vehicle for movement. Swing by Brooklyn's Children Museum during National Poetry Month as you traverse prose and fly by setting poetry to music.

This program takes place during their free Community Access Thursday hours (every Thursday, 2 pm – 5 pm)!

RSVP here.

145 Brooklyn Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11213

Join all things AAPI Month (Asian American and Pacific Islander) at the Children's Museum of Manhattan!

• May 1 - 3: Festival & Folktale in Southeast Asia
• May 5 - 8: Ink, Light, and Intention in East Asia
• May 12 - 15: Land, Ocean, and Design in the Pacific Islands and Central Asia
• May 19 - 24: Pattern, Power, and Story in South Asia
• May 30 - 31: Geometry, Silk Roads, and Design in West Asia

See their May programming for individual day and events details!

The Tisch Building

212 West 83rd Street

New York, NY 10024

The Acton Discovery Museum will be hosting Bessie’s Closet, a free pop-up clothing store, open to all!

Supported by donations from the community, Bessie’s Closet offers new or gently-used clothing and shoes for both children and adults. Anyone who may benefit is welcome to visit Bessie’s Closet over the weekend.

Museum admission is not required, but also not included. All items are available free of charge, take what you need!

(Items available in Bessie’s Closet are dependent upon donations received.)‍

Hours:

Fri. 3:30 - 7:30pm; Sat. & Sun. 10am - 3pm

Acton Discovery Museum

177 Main Street (Route 27)

Acton, Massachusetts 01720

Yankee Ingenuity begins this May with a series of weekend programs exploring New England’s long-standing role in shaping American innovation.

Throughout the month, local makers, small businesses, and community partners will be featured alongside historical interpretation, illustrating how the region’s economy has long been driven by creativity, skill, and practical problem-solving. Organized around four themes (Eat [May 2 & 3], Move [May 9 & 10], Play [May 23 - 25], and Work [May 30 & 31]) this event connects everyday life from the Revolutionary era through the 1830s to the present, highlighting the businesses and industries that continue to sustain the region today.

Included in museum admission, get tickets here!

1 Old Sturbridge Village Road

Sturbridge, MA 01566

Create and connect through an interactive Bank of America Art Lab at the Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) installation by Boston-based artist Yenny Hernandez. Experience her stunning mural depicting gratitude in bloom, showing how appreciation can grow within each of us. Reflect on the gratitude in your life through hands-on art-making and more!  

Make a vessel
Let gratitude bloom! Use colorful paper, decorative tape, sculptural elements, paint pens, and more to create a 3D vessel as a portrait of gratitude.  

Gratitude exchange
Carry your appreciation forward! Choose a colorful prompt card to write or draw your own response and add to our community display.

Token of thanks
Receive a sticker designed by the artist as a token of appreciation for your participation. As supplies last, one per visitor.

Dates in May:

• Sat, May 2, 12–4 PM
• Sat May 9, 12–4 PM
• Sun, May 10, 12–4 PM
• Sat, May 16, 12–4 PM
• Sun, May 17, 12–4 PM
• Sat, May 23, 12–4 PM
• Sun, May 24, 12–4 PM
• Mon, May 25, 12–4 PM
• Sat, May 30, 12–4 PM
• Sun, May 31, 12–4 PM

Included in museum admission, kids under 18 always get in FREE!

25 Harbor Shore Drive

Boston MA 02210

Join Sugar Plum Parties Princess Palooza 2026 bash! Royalty showing up that day includes:

• K-Pop Demon Hunters
• Elsa & Anna
• Rapunzel
• Tinkerbell
• Ariel
• Jasmine
• Moana
• Tiana
• The Descendants
• Glinda & Elphaba
• Barbie
• Wednesday Addams
• Belle
• Mirabell
• Snow White
• Cinderella
• Aurora
• Mickey & Minnie Mouse
• Elmo & Abby
• Bluey
• Olaf

Free tiaras & wands included for every child. There will also be free cotton candy & cereal selection! The cost is $75 for a family of 4, $25 per additional family member. Other services (hair styling, make-up, stuffed animals) available for purchase. Get tickets here!

14 Webb Brook Rd

Billerica, MA 01821

Join the Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) on the first Sunday of May (and every month) for a day of FREE family fun! Enjoy art-making, gallery activities, performances, and workshops designed to deepen kids and families’ connections with contemporary art. All activities are drop-in, first come first served. Space is limited. Explore the Kids + Families page to help plan your visit!

Reserve free admission tickets online in advance. When accompanied by kids 12 and under, up to 2 adults per family receive free museum admission. Use the code PLAYDATE when reserving your ticket(s). Tickets will become available mid-month the month before each Play Date. Advance tickets are strongly recommended; day-of tickets are not guaranteed.

25 Harbor Shore Drive

Boston MA 02210

This FREE workshop, hosted by the American Museum of Natural History, features youth producers from the Downtown Community Television Center (DCTV) Youth Media program presenting their original short documentary films, along with an in-depth look at their creative process.

Through a curated screening and structured presentation, students will guide audiences through each stage of filmmaking, from pre-production to post-production, using materials such as pitch decks, research materials, scripts, shooting schedules, and editing timelines.

This session is observational rather than hands-on, offering a behind-the-scenes perspective on how youth producers develop stories, navigate production, and shape their films in the edit.

The workshop will conclude with a moderated Q&A, creating space for dialogue between the audience and the filmmakers about storytelling, process, and the role of youth voices in media. This program aims to elevate the work of emerging filmmakers while demystifying the documentary production process for attendees.

Doors to the workshop open at 11 am. This program includes lunch and admission to the Margaret Mead Film Festival screening of Daughters of the Forest at 2 pm in the LeFrak Theater.

Appropriate for ages 13 - 17, RSVP here!

American Museum of Natural History

200 Central Park West

New York, NY 10024-5102

FREE!

Step into a world where imagination knows no bounds as a storyteller takes you on nature adventures through stories, songs, and crafts.

Registration is encouraged to ensure there are enough craft supplies for all attending.

Wargo Nature Center

7701 Main St.

Lino Lakes, MN, 55038

Everyone is welcome to the Conservatory of Flowers, with free admission on the first Tuesday of every month!

100 John F. Kennedy Drive

San Francisco, CA 94118

Experience the wonders of nature with your child through outdoor exploration, play, and stories in this parent-child program. Please be prepared for the weather and ready to play!

Just $6!

Wargo Nature Center

7701 Main St.

Lino Lakes, MN, 55038

Join the Little Lovage Club for a special day dedicated to all the amazing moms in your community!

Simply reserve your open play session (no special event ticket needed) and enjoy a relaxed, joy-filled visit with your little one. As a small thank you, we’ll have complimentary muffins available throughout the day for you to enjoy.

Spend time playing, connecting, and soaking in those meaningful moments together—it’s all about celebrating you and everything you do!

485 Harrison Avenue
Boston, MA 02118

‍Parking: Limited 2-hour street parking is available on Harrison Ave and Randolph Street. A paid lot is also located across the street at the SoWa Open Market (460–500 Harrison Ave) — $10 for the first hour, $5 for each additional hour.

Celebrate mom, grandma, and the other mother figures in your life with a traditional Afternoon Tea at Old Sturbridge Village on Mother's Day Weekend!

Ox & Yoke Café will be transformed into a simple, yet classic, atmosphere complete with linens, flowers and more. Guests can sip an assortment of teas, and taste a variety of small bites including delectable sandwiches and mini desserts.

There will be four limited seatings for each date and reservations are required. RESERVE HERE!

$60.95 per person (includes tax and gratuity) or $54.86 for members (includes tax and gratuity).

*Prices do NOT include standard daytime admission. Standard daytime admission is not required to enter this event at the Ox & Yoke Café.

1 Old Sturbridge Village Road

Sturbridge, MA 01566

Duckling Day is a celebration of the children’s classic book Make Way for Ducklings by Robert McCloskey, held annually on Mother’s Day!

Duckling Day is a FREE, family-friendly celebration held each year on Boston Common. The day features activity booths, lawn games, magic, and live music all at Parkman Bandstand. The event ends with a parade, beginning at noon, retracing Mrs. Mallard’s steps to the Make Way for Ducklings sculpture in the Public Garden.

*Goody bags are only reserved for families who register in advance. Availability is limited!

Register here!

Boston Common

The Bandstand is located at 165 Tremont Street, Boston, MA on GPS. Paid parking is available in the Boston Common Garage or Transportation Building garages; on-street parking is free on Sundays.

Explore the Ferry Building and catch Mother's Day Tea at Little Moon Bakehouse‘s!

Get your tickets here ($84/seating)!

2nd Floor, Grand Hall

One Ferry Building

San Francisco, CA 94111

The Rodman for Kids is an umbrella charity raising funds for youth-focused social-service agencies that support at-risk kids in Massachusetts! This ride is in association with the Sports Museum.

The Rodman for Kids and its affiliated charities fundraise year-round, culminating with The Ride event, a 25 and 50-mile non-competitive cycling tour, each fall. The expenses associated with The Ride for Kids are all underwritten so when you donate to The Ride for Kids, 100% of your donation will directly benefit kids in the Stand Strong program!

If you'd like to join in the ride, contact Carolyn Hall at CHall5@sportsmuseum.org or call 857-407-8931.

Foxboro, MA