Family events in Middleborough, MA

A local photographer offers a mini portrait session set against the historic streets and picturesque waterfront of America’s Hometown. The experience features 15 minutes of professional photography and includes one favorite image, chosen during a follow-up Zoom video call, which will be edited and delivered as a download. Additional digital photos and print products are available for purchase, including boxed prints, wall art, albums, and cards. Longer sessions and multi-location options are also offered for anyone who wants extra time or more variety.

Adobo Republic brings Filipino classics to Elliot Farm in Lakeville with a monthly visit from its Massachusetts-based food truck, owned and run by women. The menu features chicken adobo, lumpia spring rolls, pancit, and rice bowls, along with changing specials based on recipes from their family. Guests can expect a warm welcome from Rose and the team while enjoying these comforting flavors at the farm.

Pokemon trainers can gather at the Bridgewater Public Library to play, trade, and build skills together. Participants should bring their own cards, and a few extra cards may be available to help complete a deck. Trading is encouraged, with guidance from a student trainer to support a positive experience, though each person is responsible for their own trades and the club and library are not liable for them. Led by a student trainer, this club welcomes kids ages 6 to 12, and a guardian is required to remain with participating children. No registration is needed and drop-ins are welcome.

This preschool storytime welcomes young children to discover books through engaging read alouds, a simple craft, and other playful activities. It is geared toward ages 3 to 5, and no registration is required.

Maine lobster rolls into Lakeville as Cousins Maine Lobster returns to Elliot Farm for an every other Thursday visit throughout the season. Team members travel to Maine to meet lobstermen and learn the trade, and the company sources fresh Maine lobster for every dish. The menu features Maine and Connecticut style lobster rolls, plus a lobster grilled cheese, lobster tacos, a lobster quesadilla, lobster tail, and lobster tots. Featured on Shark Tank and known across the country, this ongoing partnership brings classic New England flavors to Elliot Farm in Lakeville, Massachusetts. Elliot Farm accepts EBT, SNAP, HIP, and Farmers Market Coupons.

Kono Pizza Cape Cod brings its cone-shaped, hand-held pizzas to Elliot Farm in Lakeville, serving classic Italian flavors in a crispy, cheesy cone that is easy to enjoy while you browse the farm stand. This Bourne-based favorite cooks on site and offers options like cheese and pepperoni, hearty meat combinations, fresh veggie selections, and rotating seasonal creations. Pick up a kono, explore the market, and make an easygoing afternoon of it. Elliot Farm also notes that EBT, SNAP, HIP, and Farmers Market Coupons are accepted at the farm stand.

A weekly Standard-format Pokémon tournament welcomes all ages and experience levels. Expect friendly competition, a chance to sharpen strategies, and opportunities to connect with fellow trainers. Entry is $10 per player. For prizes, each participant adds a booster pack to a shared pool that is awarded to the top cut at the end of play, and every entrant also receives a Pokémon Play Prize Pack.

Experience a full day of fitness, festivities, and community spirit at the Lazy Lobster 5-Miler Race & Festival in Wareham. Runners of all levels can tackle a scenic 5-mile course at their own pace, whether chasing a personal best or taking a relaxed jog. After the finish, the celebration continues with food, music, local vendors, and family friendly activities for all ages. Proceeds support The Gifted Crate, a nonprofit that brings birthday celebrations and joy to children in DCF care, helping them feel seen and celebrated on their special day.

A full day on the water with Whale and Dolphin Conservation (WDC) and the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy (AWSC) focuses on the wildlife of Cape Cod, including whales, dolphins, great white sharks, and seabirds. Participants get a closer look at the ocean and at the science devoted to its protection. Onboard, experts from both organizations share knowledge about the biology, behavior, and conservation of these animals. Ticket purchases directly support the shared mission of WDC and AWSC to protect whales, sharks, and ocean ecosystems.

The New England Treasure Show returns to the Clarion Hotel’s Taunton Conference Center, showcasing a wide array of finds from across New England and beyond. Explore coins, historical relics, Native American and Colonial era pieces, gold and silver jewelry, vintage and antique bottles, and more. Raffles and door prizes will be available. Admission is $5.

Guided Discovery Tours at Benson’s Pond introduce visitors to a third-generation, family-owned cranberry farm in Middleboro, Massachusetts, featuring 45 acres of active bogs. Learn how cranberries are cultivated from start to finish, explore the specialized equipment used on the farm, and hear about the longstanding traditions of Southcoast cranberry farming. After the tour, relax on the outdoor patio overlooking the bogs and enjoy cranberry beverages and seasonal snacks. Tours run 60 to 90 minutes and cost $25 per person, with a snack and drink included. The experience is open to all ages, and kid-oriented tours are available for younger guests. A cranberry-themed farm store operates on site and accepts cash, credit cards, Apple Pay, and Venmo. Private group tours are available.

This new Pokémon Expanded event features broad deck building across sets from Black and White in 2011 through the latest releases. Almost any card is playable except those on the banned list, giving plenty of room for creative strategies. Entry is $10. Every participant receives one Series 7 Pokémon Play Prize Pack and one Series 8 Pokémon Prize Pack. A prize pool in store credit is created by adding $5 per player and is awarded to the top cut. Bulk cards will be available to pick up, so arriving early can help you gather what you need.