Family events in Norfolk County, MA

A welcoming baby and caregiver group created for infants 0 to 16 months. Little ones can move at their own pace while caregivers connect and share experiences. Each session includes gentle guidance and playful activities that encourage key developmental milestones such as tummy time, rolling, sitting, crawling, cruising, and first steps. With lively songs, sensory play, and guided movement, babies build strength, coordination, and confidence in a safe and engaging space.

Give a hesitant early reader a welcoming space to practice by reading aloud to Fisher the Dog. This friendly session focuses on building confidence with reading and offers a chance to connect with other young readers at a similar stage.

Celebrate the wonder of autumn with a gentle storytime that explores why leaves change color. Young children will enjoy focused nature time that builds a connection to the outdoors in a supportive learning setting. A picture book anchors the experience, then playful, hands-on activities bring the story to life. Depending on the day, participants might create nature-themed crafts, try simple games, or explore the museum or nearby trails. Plans adjust after the story based on the weather, the group, and the schedule so every session makes the most of the time together. Designed to be welcoming and sensory friendly, this program invites little ones to laugh, learn, and make lasting memories while discovering fun facts about the natural world.

This four-week series welcomes children ages 3 to 5 along with their caregivers. Each session offers playful movement, simple breathing practices, and calming moments that support focus, emotional awareness, confidence, and connection. Participants will also explore a hands-on activity or creative project to carry the experience further. Registration is required, and families are encouraged to attend all four sessions. This program is funded by the Coordinated Family and Community Engagement grant awarded to the Quincy Braintree Family Network by the Department of Early Education and Care. The Quincy Braintree Family Network is a program of Quincy Community Action Programs, Inc.

As dusk settles, the Blue Hills Reservation reveals new sounds and subtle activity that are easy to miss in daylight. This family evening hike offers a safe, engaging way to explore what changes at twilight. Guided by experienced naturalists, the group will follow the trails to gently lift logs, observe insects, take a closer look at trees, and notice how the ecosystem adapts as night approaches. By exploring this often overlooked world together, participants can deepen their connection to nature and the curiosity it inspires.

Holbrook gathers for an annual 5K road race and 1 mile walk that honors the memory of thirteen-year-old Sean Joyce, who passed away from Eastern Equine Encephalitis in 2004. In the years since, the community has created lasting tributes, including the Sean Joyce Baseball and Soccer Field beside Sumner Field with a walking track around both, and has awarded more than $100,000 in scholarships to local students. Recent efforts have also included involvement with youth sports, Holbrook Middle-High School, and Holbrook Santa. This event helps sustain the scholarship program and keeps Sean’s legacy present in town life, taking place alongside Holbrook’s Homecoming festivities.

The Walpole Farmers Market concludes its season with a finale featuring local farmers offering fresh produce, baked goods, and specialty items, alongside makers, artists, artisans, and crafters. Live music is part of the celebration, and Sioo closes out the season. The setting is family friendly and accessible, and well behaved leashed dogs are welcome. There is plenty of free parking in the adjacent lot. Political activity is not permitted.

Medfield celebrates 375 years with a parade and townwide celebration that goes well beyond a typical procession. The lineup includes 11 marching bands, the Clydesdales, Shriner clowns, Minutemen and other military groups, plus motorcycles and antique cars, along with familiar characters such as Spiderman, Elsa, and Jack Sparrow. After the parade, the festivities continue at Town Pond with a Party in the Park featuring food trucks and live entertainment. Presented as a once in a generation salute to the community, this event serves as a heartfelt tribute to Medfield.

Young children explore why autumn leaves shift into brilliant colors through a warm blend of storytime and hands-on nature discovery. The experience begins with an engaging picture book, then continues with activities that bring the story to life. Depending on the weather, the group, and the time available, children might make nature themed crafts, play games, explore the museum, or head out on outdoor trails. The setting is welcoming and sensory friendly, nurturing a deeper connection to the natural world while encouraging new friendships, curiosity, and memorable moments filled with learning and laughter.

FarmStrong Fest celebrates building strength through fresh food and active fun. Highlights include a free giveaway of one hundred tickets discounted by fifty percent to Treetop Canton, limited to one per family while supplies last. Expect timed races with the Soles of Medfield, a children's obstacle course and play zone hosted by My Gym Newton, complimentary 15 minute compression therapy sessions from Revival Wellness Studio, a mini market and scavenger hunt for kids, a community table appearance by the Men's Over The Hill Softball League, and live music from Route 109. Browse seasonal produce, farm raised meats and eggs, tasty prepared foods, and handmade artisan goods from local farms, food makers, and specialty vendors. Support for this market comes from partners including Middlesex Bank and Needham Bank, with weekly backing from My Gym Newton, the Soles of Medfield, the Gathered Room Medfield, Treetop Canton, and Revival Wellness Studio.

Enjoy a relaxed hike through a featured Uxbridge open space, often described as a hidden gem. The outing is designed for a leisurely pace, and parking is plentiful.

A half-hour session blends songs, active movement, storytelling, and other hands-on activities designed to build social skills and support early literacy. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate. Drop in... no sign-up needed.

A playgroup designed for babies who are beyond tummy time and scooting all around, celebrating the curious stage of early exploration that differs from the first few months. It is a special session just for early movers to play and explore. No registration required.