Family events in Peabody, MA

Explore Lynn’s vibrant street art on a guided walk led by the Beyond Walls Team, showcasing many murals throughout the walkable downtown. The city features more than 100 large-scale works in the Beyond Walls collection, created by artists from local, regional, national, and international backgrounds. Along the route, the guide shares insights into symbolism, culture, identity, and technique, along with insider stories connected to many pieces. Each tour lasts about an hour and typically highlights 20 to 30 murals. Comfortable shoes, water, and sun protection are recommended. The area is accessible via the Lynn Interim MBTA Commuter Rail stop and the Lynn Ferry, and free street parking is available. Tickets are $15 and available on Eventbrite.

Spend an afternoon into the evening at Goldfish Pond creating paper lanterns that will float across the water at sundown. Children can enjoy remote control boat races and chalk art contests, and there will be materials and guidance on hand for building floating lanterns. Malibu Sands Beach Club performs live to keep the energy bright throughout the festivities. The celebration is presented in collaboration with Kakrona, representing Lynn’s Khmer community.

Celebrate 25 years of The Lord of the Rings with an Extended Edition screening of The Fellowship of the Ring at The Cabot. The story opens as Frodo Baggins inherits the One Ring, draws the attention of relentless powers, and undertakes a perilous journey toward Mount Doom to see the Ring destroyed. This feature is part of a big screen series presenting all three films in their Extended Editions, with The Two Towers and The Return of the King continuing the adventure.

Aspiring chocolatiers will turn the kitchen into a chocolate workshop, creating both timeless favorites and inventive bites, sweet and savory. From white to dark chocolate, with sprinkles and candies for flair, participants will blend favorite flavors and decorate their own beautiful creations. Bring a friend and plenty of culinary creativity.

Young chocolatiers turn the kitchen into a lively chocolate factory, creating both timeless favorites and imaginative new bites in sweet and savory styles. Using white and dark chocolate plus sprinkles and candies, participants craft eye-catching treats while exploring flavor and decoration. Creativity is central throughout, and this event is designed for ages 9 to teen.

Curious kids explore how gravity and motion shape art in the final workshop of the summer. Designed for ages 5 to 12, this hands-on session guides participants in creating a colorful drip art piece to take home, blending playful creativity with simple science. Registration is $20 and includes a 60 minute unlimited play pass and 500 prize tickets. Capacity is limited.

Enjoy a cozy storytime with Miss Sue, followed by a hands-on toddler craft led by Miss Teri. This program welcomes children of all abilities. To request accommodations, please contact the library at 781-595-0567 ext. 110 or lynchild@noblenet.org before the program.

Part of the $1 Summer Movie Series, sponsored by TruNorth Bank. Marking 55 years in 2026, this presentation features the story of a kind-hearted boy from a modest household who hopes to uncover one of five golden tickets tucked inside chocolate bar wrappers, a discovery that would open the doors to the enigmatic Willy Wonka’s fantastical factory. As each ticket is snapped up by ill-behaved children, the suspense builds over whether he will find the final one and see his dreams come true.

In the Killam Children’s Room, kids of any age and their caregivers can drop in to create a seasonal craft to take home. This relaxed, make-at-your-own-pace activity supports early literacy skills by building step-by-step sequencing, hand-eye coordination, and similar foundations. No registration is required.

Antarctica performs a two-hour set of 60s and 70s pop classics at the Melrose Farmers' Market, filling the market with familiar favorites from those decades.

A kids-focused fundraiser is set at Nova Adventure Park in Lynnfield, MA. Mention PYFC at the ticket counter when purchasing tickets. Attendance is open to everyone, and having a child in the program is not required.