Family events in Middlesex County, MA

The New England Robotics Derby is a one day off season robotics competition at Billerica Memorial High School in Billerica, MA. Teams compete over the course of the day.

Bloch Performing Arts is marking the grand opening of its first dedicated studio spaces in Lexington. Built to support a growing community of learners, the new home offers voice and piano lessons, musicianship classes, studio masterclasses, and performance opportunities. Visitors can explore the studios, meet current students and faculty, and experience the community that has formed around this program. The day features complimentary demo voice lessons, an audition workshop, and a student and faculty performance, with additional demo lessons later on. The teaching approach emphasizes a creative and healthy foundation for using the voice and instrument across styles, encouraging free, clear musical expression and compassionate, person-centered growth. A free photo booth and merchandise will be available.

A family friendly Viking festival brings rival encampments, combat demonstrations, hands-on crafts, traditional games, music, and Nordic fare to one lively lawn. Two camps recreate daily life, tools, and customs, with warriors forging, training, and sparring throughout the day before a climactic staged battle. Try stone lifting with the New England Stone Lifters, practice skills in the warrior training area, and explore a range of traditional games. Children can design messages in runes, weave colorful creations, and spend time in an interaction zone where they can talk with Vikings and check out their gear. Food highlights include waffle samples and sandwiches from Kaffestugan inside, plus Nordic breads, prepared foods, candies, and other Scandinavian goods. Gunner’s Icelandic Hot Dogs will serve a Reykjavík-style favorite with classic toppings such as crispy onions, sweet brown mustard, and remoulade. Admission is $20 for adults in advance or $25 on the day, and $10 for children 12 and under in advance or $15 on the day. Tickets will be available soon.

Explore history through interactive activities at the Tsongas Industrial History Center inside the Boott Cotton Mills Museum. Presented by Lowell National Historical Park and the Tsongas Industrial History Center as part of the City of Lowell’s Bicentennial and the center’s 35th anniversary, this free, drop-in program welcomes all ages to try weaving on a hand loom, experiment with different water wheels, and construct a model canal system to learn how water powered Lowell’s mills. Discover the workshop spaces and connect the innovations of the Industrial Revolution with everyday life then and now.

Good Pickin’ Farm in Westford, MA hosts an Octoberfest event with Cag. The farm is known for putting on a wide range of events and is described as a spot for family outings.

A one-night event at Townsend Public Library brings a volunteer-run haunted walking trail alongside a spooky vendor market and food trucks. Tickets are sold on site and are time stamped, with clearly marked lines by entry time near the front of the library so you can explore the vendors and food trucks until your turn. Buying early secures an earlier entry window. Admission is $10, cash only. Children age 2 and under enter free. Bring a nonperishable or canned good for the TEO to receive $1 off admission. Suitable for all ages. Smoking and animals are not permitted. All proceeds support the Friends of the Townsend library and the Townsend VFW Auxiliary.

Hoopers gather for the Honk! Festival Parade, bringing hoops, friends, and plenty of energy for a lively march from Davis Square to Harvard Square. The group meets in a Davis Square parking lot for a warmup, photos, and lineup before stepping off, then hoops along the route together. After the parade, participants stay with the group to play in Winthrop Park. Costumes follow a rainbow theme, and everyone brings their own hoop. Plan ahead for water and personal essentials, as Boston Hoop Troop will not carry personal items. Meetup details may be updated.

Burlington’s Annual Trunk or Treat turns the Burlington High School faculty parking lot into a family-friendly Halloween stop. This free community event welcomes costumes and invites kids to trick or treat from festively decorated trunks while enjoying activities, music, snacks, refreshments, and visits from local vendors. Attendees are encouraged to bring a bag for candy and, if interested, an optional donation for the Burlington Food Pantry such as granola bars, cereal, fruit cups or applesauce, juice boxes, jerky, or other individually wrapped snacks. The gathering takes place in the faculty lot at the back of the school. Hosted by Kadilak Realty Group, Kadilak Homes, DaMore Title & Closing, and Burlington Girl Scout.

Explore Harvard Square on a guided food tour centered on crispy french fries, with each tasting paired with a flavorful non-alcoholic drink. Hear entertaining stories about the 20th century French Fry Wars and humorous lore from around the neighborhood. Harvard Square is known for some of the state's best fries, and this creative walking experience is designed for fry fans of all ages. Please note that the offerings are not gluten-free. Tickets can be purchased on the organizer's website, and the tour is operated by a small, local business.

School is out and kids can channel their inner ninja at an obstacle club inspired by American Ninja Warrior. Designed for ages 6 to 13, the program pairs instructor-led obstacle challenges with camp crafts and organized games to give hands a break between runs. Alongside physical fitness, activities are structured to build confidence, coordination, and problem-solving skills. Participants can choose a morning session, an afternoon session, or combine both. Pricing is $55 for a single session or $85 for both sessions. Space is limited and these vacation clubs are known to sell out each year.

Create a hands-on, three dimensional version of Van Gogh’s The Starry Night in this no school day textured clay workshop. With easy to follow guidance, participants use simple tools and their hands to shape colorful air dry clay, layering and swirling it to build the painting’s luminous night sky in rich relief. No prior art experience is required. There is time to explore and experiment, and everyone takes home a bright, dimensional artwork ready to display. Recommended for ages 6 and older. Children 5 and younger must attend with an adult. The fee is $55 for nonmembers and $40 for members.

Designed for preschoolers, this playful STEAM class blends Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through cooperative, hands-on discovery. Children observe, ask questions, make predictions, test ideas, and share what they have learned while exploring topics like sink or float, sorting and classifying, and balance and building. The activities are so engaging that the learning feels effortless. Morning and afternoon sessions are available, with limited space.

At NAPA Center Boston in Waltham, a play-centered gathering welcomes babies and toddlers younger than two. Therapists specializing in occupational, physical, and speech therapy guide each session with themed activities that foster movement, language, and sensory development. Caregivers can connect while little ones explore at their own pace in a welcoming, inclusive setting. All families are invited, siblings may attend, and the format suits children with diverse developmental needs who benefit from gentle, guided play.

Created with KPop Demon fans in mind, this movie night includes a freeze dance party, a KPop-inspired art activity, and a movie screening. Snacks will be provided. The cost is $85.