Boston family weekend planner
Things to do with kids in Newton
Family-friendly things to do in Newton in 2026: 100 kid-friendly events plus 19 parks, museums and venues. Next up: Thursday, October 8, 2026. Plan a weekend with FamHop.
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- Echo Bridge
- Rocky Ledges Overlook
- Noanet Peak viewpoint
- Rocky Narrows Overlook
- The Promontory
- King Phillip's Overlook
- Chaffin Park
- Farlow Park
- Forte Park
- Coletti-Magni Park
- Cronin's Cove
- Memorial Park
- Chickering Fields
- Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds
- Showcase SuperLux
- Jackson Homestead and Museum
- Boston Marathon
- The Center For Arts In Natick
- McGolf Mini-Golf
- Make Way for Storytime
- Make Way for Storytime
- ELL - Talking with Friends
- Engineering Club
- Imagination Station: Crafting for kids ages 6-9
- Pumpkin Painting
- Soap Making Workshop
- Library Closed-Indigenous People's Day
- Make Way for Storytime
- [CLASS FULL] ELL - Being a Parent in America
- Make Way for Storytime
- 3rd & 4th Grade Book Club
- Queer Art Night
- My First Storytime
- Anime Club
- 2nd Grade Writing Group
- Make Way for Storytime
- Make Way for Storytime
- ELL - Talking with Friends
- Little Beats
- Decorate Cake Pops!
- Puzzle Swap
- Saturday Storytime
- Take and Make Craft - Lemurs!
Family-friendly spots in Newton
OutdoorsEcho Bridge
OutdoorsRocky Ledges Overlook
OutdoorsNoanet Peak viewpoint
OutdoorsRocky Narrows Overlook
OutdoorsThe Promontory
OutdoorsFarlow Park
OutdoorsColetti-Magni Park
CultureDurant-Kenrick House and GroundsCultureShowcase SuperLux
CultureJackson Homestead and Museum
CultureBoston MarathonCultureThe Center For Arts In Natick
WellnessMcGolf Mini-Golf
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Upcoming family events in Newton
ThuOct 8
- 10 AMMake Way for StorytimeDrop in for storytimes on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10am or 11am.Free
- 11 AMMake Way for StorytimeDrop in for storytimes on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10am or 11am.Free
- 6 PMELL - Talking with FriendsWe will discuss a variety of topics depending on students' interests, which could include life in the United States, cultural differences,…
- 7 PMEngineering ClubBe a problem solver! Take on a new engineering challenge each week. Get creative, think outside the box, and hang out with other…
SatOct 10
- 10:30 AMPumpkin PaintingFeeling creative this fall? We are going to paint some pumpkins to celebrate the fall season. You bring your ideas, we'll provide all of…
- 2:30 PMSoap Making WorkshopLearn the art of natural soap making with an engaging workshop from Francois Naturals . Whether you're new to soap making or having some…
TueOct 13
- 10 AMMake Way for StorytimeDrop in for storytimes on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10am or 11am.Free
- 10:30 AM[CLASS FULL] ELL - Being a Parent in AmericaBeing a Parent in America is a conversation class about parenting for English learners.
- 11 AMMake Way for StorytimeDrop in for storytimes on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10am or 11am.Free
- 7 PM3rd & 4th Grade Book ClubIf you are in third or fourth grade and love to read, this book club is for you!
- 7 PMQueer Art NightDo you want to connect with fellow queer folks in your community?
WedOct 14
- 10:30 AMMy First StorytimeThis is a lapsit program with movement, songs, and stories appropriate for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers.
- 4:30 PMAnime ClubMeet and hang out with lovers of all things anime!
- 6:30 PM2nd Grade Writing GroupLet your imagination soar! In this fun and interactive creating writing program, 2nd graders will explore the world of storytelling through…
ThuOct 15
- 10 AMMake Way for StorytimeDrop in for storytimes on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10am or 11am.Free
- 11 AMMake Way for StorytimeDrop in for storytimes on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10am or 11am.Free
- 6 PMELL - Talking with FriendsWe will discuss a variety of topics depending on students' interests, which could include life in the United States, cultural differences,…
FriOct 16
SatOct 17
- 10:30 AMPuzzle SwapDo you desire a new puzzle in your life? Want to trade a previously-loved puzzle for a new one? Bring a puzzle, take a new one home, and…
- 10:30 AMSaturday StorytimeJoin us for storytime on a Saturday! We will read, sing and rhyme together. This event is for kids ages 0-5 and their caregivers. No…