There is NOTHING like autumn in New England. The colors, the sights, the scents — it doesn’t get much better than a Boston fall. So grab your cozy scarf and your PSL (if you’re into that) and have some fall fun!
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Each image leads to either a full guide and list of local spots you’ll want to hit, or to an article with details on a fall outing or activity for you or your kids. Click on each image to find more info. Happy fall!
Pumpkin Everything :: 5 Local Bakeries with Amazing Autumn Treats
Throw on your blanket scarf and trounce through the leaves (because it’s obviously that easy and romantic when you’re bringing the kids…) and head on over to one of our favorite local bakeries to try one of their fall specialties!
Boston’s Best Bagels
It IS possible to find a great chewy, crusty, flavorful bagel in Boston. Which is your favorite?
I Scream, You Scream :: 15 of Boston’s Best Ice Cream Shops
Did your favorite make our list? What’s your favorite spot for a sweet treat?
Boston Babies Who Brunch:: 6 Restaurants You (and Your Kids!) Will Love
There are so many fantastic restaurants serving amazing brunch in Boston, and it is a great family activity.
Greater Boston Breweries to Take Your Kids to (and a Few to Visit Alone)
Some great local breweries are very kid friendly. Or, enjoy a day date!
Of Pint Glasses and Sippy Cups :: Family-Friendly Irish Pubs in Greater Boston
The Boston area is packed with great Irish pubs, and many are very family friendly. Enjoy a beer with your significant other while the kids enjoy their meal.
Ten Must-Eat Doughnuts in Boston
We don’t care if they are super trendy — doughnuts are delicious. We have 10 picks for the best doughnuts around!
Date Night in the City :: 6 Restaurants for Reconnecting With Your Partner
Grab your significant other and enjoy a special meal.
6 Toddler-Friendly Brunch Spots in Cambridge and Beyond
The days of late boozy brunches may be a thing of the past, but you can still have your mimosa and drink it too at one of these great kid-friendly brunch spots.
Terrific Children’s Theaters in Boston
There are wonderful shows for all ages in every community.
Camp Grandparent :: A Few Fun Ways to Spend a Day
You don’t have to be a grandparent to enjoy these fun activities. From ice cream to painting pottery, there are so many ways to spend a few hours.
5 Easy Play-at-Home Ideas for $5
There will be days you want to stay home and relax. Have fun on the cheap, and get creative!
Playground Etiquette :: Make Your Next Trip a Walk in the Park
Be safe and have fun at one of the many parks in the Boston area.
One of the best parts about fall is getting in some quality family time! There is so much to keep you busy all together!
5 Membership Ideas for Boston Family Fun
Keep everyone happy, busy, and entertained!
7 Reasons to Take Your Kids Camping
It’s time to get outside.
Making Family Memories at a Music Festival
“Music is the last true voice of the human spirit. It can go beyond language, beyond age, and beyond color straight to the mind and heart of all people.”
Beyond the Family Meal:: 5 Other Ways to Bond as a Family
Family time is about more than gathering around the table.
Crafting a Family Culture
What traditions are part of your family culture?
Get outside and have fun this fall – FOR FREE!
We are so lucky to live close to a little bit of everything. Get out and explore local or a little bit further away with a great day trip for the whole family!
Tips for Taking Toddlers to Fenway Park
Trust us, it’s worth it.
Traveling with Kids :: Airplane Etiquette
Whether it’s your first flight with your kids or they’re seasoned travelers, make sure you don’t drive your fellow passengers crazy.
Easy Ways to Gain a New State When You’re Visiting Boston :: A New England Roundup!
Enjoy visiting as many states as you can!
Road Trip :: Boston to Bar Harbor
Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park are a great getaway. If you are looking to stay close to New England for your next road trip, this amazing spot is easily accessible from the Boston area.
7 Tips for Traveling in Hotels With a Toddler
A night or a week stay in a hotel room seems really daunting, but with some thought and planning, it’s very easy and fun!
6 Favorite Day Trips for Special Needs Families in Boston
Family-friendly travel for everyone.
Travel Do’s and Don’ts with a Toddler
How do you survive travel with a toddler?
12 Orchards to Go Apple Picking Near Boston
Can you even call yourself a New Englander if you don’t go apple picking?
Pick-Your-Own Pumpkin Patches in Eastern MA
Big, small, pretty, ugly. It doesn’t matter — pumpkins are better when you pick ’em!
Farmers Market Roundup
Check out these 10 spots in and around Boston to get fresh produce and local products — and enjoy the great outdoors!
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