Family events in Leominster, MA

This welcoming story and play gathering brings together infants, toddlers, and their caregivers for engaging stories, interactive songs, and plenty of open play. Activities are designed to support early development while giving adults a chance to connect with other families in a relaxed, child centered setting. The program is free, no registration is needed, and snacks and beverages will be available for children and adults.

Highland Baptist Church of Fitchburg is partnering with Pibble's Kibbles to offer a pet food distribution. Pet owners can pick up food for their pets during a visit to the food pantry. This effort helps households care for their animals while accessing pantry services.

The Sunflower Festival at Red Apple Farm is a full day of sunflower field fun, with pick-your-own blooms and plenty of sunflower-themed activities for all ages. Expect craft fairs with arts and jewelry, live music and entertainment throughout the day, and great photo opportunities among the flowers.

The inaugural kids market at the farm invites young entrepreneurs to take part as vendors. Families who want their child to participate can find more information and sign-up details.

This park event features favorite hits from the 60s, 70s, and 80s. Bring a lawn chair for a comfortable seat while you enjoy the music. A rain date is planned.

Enjoy a free outdoor classic rock performance by Mr. Strickland as part of the Monument Park Bandstand Concert Series. The concert runs from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, with a rain date scheduled for 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM on 8/9/26.

Favorite children’s stories become hands-on slime experiments in this Challenge Island program. STEAM Teams create imaginative mixtures like Alice’s Unbirthday Cake Slime, Charlie’s Everlasting Gobstopper Slime, Percy’s Blue Cookie Slime, Narnia’s Turkish Delight Slime, and STEAMwarts Butter Beer Slime. Each day includes games and chances to win prizes. Open to ages 6 to 9. Cost is $150 for residents and $170 for non-residents. Held at the Barrett Park Program Building. Please bring a water bottle and a peanut and tree nut free snack. Online registration is available.

Young players ages 9 to 13 can dive into pickleball at a skills-focused clinic held at the Doyle Field Pickleball Courts. Through a mix of drills and game play, participants practice fundamentals including serving, forehand and backhand shots, volleys, scoring, and smart court positioning. The program welcomes both newcomers and those aiming to sharpen technique and build confidence. Paddles are provided. Athletic clothing is recommended, and participants should bring a water bottle. The fee is 80 dollars for residents and 100 dollars for nonresidents.

Foodie Week Summer Art Camp invites kids ages 8 to 12 who love making art to spend a creative week in the studio. Campers experiment with a range of techniques while building creativity, confidence, and problem-solving skills in a warm, supportive environment. Hands-on projects and guidance encourage each young artist to explore, learn, and express their ideas.

Participants explore ceramics on the wheel and through hand-building. Finished pieces are fired, then everyone comes back to add glaze. The experience spans five days and includes all materials, guided instruction, kiln firings, and glazes. Enrollment is capped at 10 seats.

Take a look inside Sizer School, a North Central Charter Essential School, on a guided tour led by Director of Community Development, Communications and Recruitment, Lindsay Alweiss. Learn how a project-based approach, small classes, and hands-on lessons deepen state standards and personalize each student’s journey. See how learners are supported to think independently, care for others, and act with creativity and responsibility, a mission the school has advanced for nearly 25 years. Translation and interpretation can be arranged by appointment. Applications are open for grades 7, 8, and 9.

Kids ages 7 to 14 are invited to make their own tropical wooden wind chimes. Using colorful sharpies, participants will create unique designs. Registration is required, and seats are held for 10 minutes past the scheduled start time.

Settle in for a friendly book discussion with reading selections supplied by the Levi Heywood Memorial Library and a complimentary lunch. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, with time to share thoughts and connect with fellow readers. Child care can be arranged upon request. Advance registration is required; to register, call 978-730-1275 or email Kathy.MartinPalumbo@csoinc.org.

Kids ages 8 to 13 are invited to paint an axolotl and pick from a wide variety of colors to decorate it any way they like. Your finished project will be taken back to Pottery Paintin' Place for firing, then returned to the library at a later date. Registration is required.

Experience The Final Mile at the Summer Concerts on the Common series presented by the Fitchburg MA Recreation Department. Expect a blend of rock, jazz, country, and folk in an outdoor setting at Upper Common in Fitchburg with free admission. Bring chairs and blankets, enjoy the fresh air with the community, and feel free to pick up takeout from a downtown spot to savor on the grass. Support for this concert comes from Fitchburg Cultural Council, All One Credit Union, and Fitchburg Access Television.

Enjoy a free, all ages movie event with complimentary popcorn. The film title will be announced. It is a simple way to get out of the house and watch a movie together. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Gardner Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.

Returning to central Massachusetts, the performers will appear as part of the Leominster Summer Concert Series.