South Shore Boston MA Kid Events & Things to Do | August 4th Week 2025
Summer fun is here! 365 South Shore is the place to go to keep up to with all the summer fun! Is boredom building don’t worry we got you covered Its the first full of August but we got you covered
101 plus Summer adventures South Shore Boston and Beyond
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Playground Guide -try a different one each week!
Splash Pad Fun the guide to all the splash pads on the South Shore and beyond
Nightly Ice cream cruise from Plymouth
Lego Discovery Center Boston discount admission
View Boston Discount admission
Find a Summer Eats Site Where All Kids + Teens Eat Free
Summer Eats is a totally free-of-charge program that provides free meals to all kids and teens, ages 18 and under, at locations all across Massachusetts during the summer months.
Monday August 4th little kids things to do South Shore Boston
Gabby Playhouse Live is Coming to Boston this November
MyGym Kingston Ongoing Classes Try it out
Jam Time Hanover & Norwood Openplay start starts at 9am
Toddler Time Open Play at Starland Hanover 9-12pm
Starland Sports & Fun Park in Hanover, MA 9am-9pm
Adventure Park at Heritage Museum Sandwich 9am Discount Admission available
Happy Hearts Playspace Norwell 9-12pm
Children’s World Canton open play 930-630pm
Museum of Ice cream Boston 10am book tickets in advance
Wicked Waves Cape Cod Water Park we got discount tickets 10am
Cartland of Cape Cod in Wareham MA 10am
New England Patriot Training Camp 10am
Braintree Library Dog Man Fan Fun 10am
If you love DOG MAN, come have fun with other fans! For ages 6 – 10. No registration needed. Held in Logan Auditorium.
Sunshine Stories and Songs 🌞at Rockland Library 1030am
Join us on the library lawn for stories and songs followed by hand stamps! All ages. In the event of inclement weather we will meet inside end August 11th
Pembroke Library Storytime 1030am
Toddlers (ages 2 to 5) and their caregivers can enjoy an interactive storytime with songs, dances, and a story that encourages language development and social skills. Each themed storytime is followed by a craft. Repeats weekly except for Monday holidays
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Tuesday August 5th MA South Shore preschool & Toddler events South Shore
Great Wolf Lodge at Foxwoods is now as low at 156 a night
MyGym Kingston Ongoing Classes Try it out
Toddler Time Open Play at Starland Hanover 9-12pm
Starland Sports & Fun Park in Hanover, MA 9am-9pm
Jam Time Hanover & Norwood Openplay start starts at 9am
Happy Hearts Playspace Norwell 9-12pm
Adventure Park at Heritage Museum Sandwich 9am Discount Admission available
Children’s World Canton open play 930-630pm
.Cartland of Cape Cod in Wareham MA 10am
Wicked Waves Cape Cod Water Park we got discount tickets 10am
New England Patriot Training Camp 10am
Puppet Tales with Leigh @AS Ages 3+ at Quincy Library 10am
Join us at the Adams Shore Library where Through Me To You Puppetry invites you to join Newton and his puppet friends for some storytime fun! Newton and his friends take turns reading stories and singing songs with the kids. At the end of the show, the kids are invited to say “hi” to Newton. Our half-hour show is geared to ages 3-7, but all are welcome!
Braintree Library Storytime for Children at Watson Park Playground 10am
Held at Watson Park Playground. Storytime with Miss Elisabeth. Best for ages 2 1/2 – 4, but open to all children. Bring a towel or blanket for added comfort. Followed by Historic Fun and Games, an Arts in the Parks program presented by Historic New England staff. Watson Park Playground is located at the end of Gordon Road, off Quincy Avenue. In case of rain, Storytime and Historic Fun and Games, will be held inside the Children’s Room of the Library.
Poop Museum part 2 at Weymouth Library 10am If you loved The Poop Museum: Part One, get ready to be blown away by Part Two! As the name promises, this round features even more poo—and even more fascinating butts. Visitors will discover the wild wonders of the animal kingdom, like the creature whose poop looks just like a noodle, another whose poop is somehow nicer than its food, and one that only sometimes has a butt. You’ll also meet the animal that produces poop syrup, and the one that unleashes a jaw-dropping 45 gallons of pink poop every time it goes. It’s weird, it’s wonderful, and it’s waiting for you!
Pembroke Library storytime 2-5 ages 1030am Toddlers (ages 2 to 5) and their caregivers can enjoy an interactive storytime with songs, dances, and a story that encourage language development and social skills. Each themed storytime is followed by a craft. Repeats weekly thru end of August
Mamasteph Music at Cohasset Library 1030am
Join us under the tent for music and more! Bring a blanket or chair to sit on. repeats
Regal Cinemas Kingston $1 movies 11am last week
Magoo Mini Golf Rockland 11am Mini golf and ice cream for 2 for $30
Kids eat Free on Tuesday at local south shore restaurants
Milton Library Outdoor Games, 230pm Ages 4+ Stop by the Story Hour Garden to play with our outdoor games and percussion flowers! Weather permitting.
Canton Library Story Time 4:00—4:30 PM
Story time includes books, flannel boards, and dancing! Geared for ages 3 to 5 but all are welcome repeats weekly thru the end of August
Hanson Library LEGO Builders Club (Ages 4-12) 4pm
Calling all master builders! Join us to create with LEGOs and connect with new friends. You’ll be presented with a different challenge each week, and your creation will be displayed in our lobby cases This week’s challenge: Build a Spider-Man out of LEGOs in honor of the famous superhero’s debut anniversary, August 1st, 1962!
Great Rolando Magician & Balloon Sculptor at Cohasset Library 4pm Stop by for a magical afternoon with a visit from magician and balloon sculptor, The Great Rolando. Outdoors, under the tent, adjacent to the Sohier St parking lot. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on.
Food Truck Tuesdays at Cardinal Cushing Hanover 2025 430pm
Quincy Police National Night out 5pm
Scituate Police Department National Night Out 5pm
Randolph National Night out 530pm
West Bridgewater free summer concerts runs thru August 5th 6pm
Sunset Lake Free movies Braintree on the waterfront 6pm run thru August 5th
Taylor Swift Nights at Paragon Carousel in hull ma 6pm
Quincy Libary Art in the Evening 6pm Kids ages 2-5 and their grownups are invited to join us for “Art in the Evening” at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, August 5th for our monthly art program. This month we’ll be making sidewalk chalk art. This program is for adults and children together. All grownups must be accompanied by a child. In case of inclement weather we will move indoors and make chalk art on paper.
PJ Storytime @North Quincy Library 630pm –
Join us for a monthly family pajama storytime for the whole family on the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm. This program is especially for children ages 1-5 accompanied by an adult.
Wednesday August 6th Best activities for preschoolers in South Shore, MA
MyGym Kingston Ongoing Classes Try it out
Toddler Time Open Play at Starland Hanover 9-12pm
Adventure Park at Heritage Museum Sandwich 9am Discount Admission available
Starland Sports & Fun Park in Hanover, MA 9am-9pm
Jam Time Hanover & Norwood Openplay start starts at 9am
Happy Hearts Playspace Norwell 9-12pm
Children’s World Canton open play 930-630pm
Museum of Ice cream Boston 10am book tickets in advance
Wicked Waves Cape Cod Water Park we got discount tickets 10am
Cartland of Cape Cod in Wareham MA 10am
New England Patriot Training Camp 10am LAST PRACTICCE
Hanson Library STREAM Ahead (Grades Pre-K-1) 10am The Easton Children’s Museum is adding an “R” for Reading into STEAM. Join them to hear a story and enjoy fun STEAM activities. Incorporating literacy promotes critical thinking and creativity! Geared for Pre-K to Grade 1.
Hanover Crossing Gather on the Green 1030am
Summer Stories with Ms. Sarah at Cohasset Library 1030am under the tent Join us Under the Tent for summer-themed stories with Ms. Sarah! A coloring page will be provided after each session. All are welcome, no registration required! repeats until august 13th
Regal Cinemas Kingston $1 movies 11am LAST WEEKEND
Free movies at Patriots Cinemas at the Hingham Shipyard 11am
Magoo Mini Golf Rockland 11am Mini golf and ice cream for 2 for $30
Braintree movie theatre $3 movies 12pm
Braintree Library Drop-In Tabletop Games 10am
Looking for something to do? Grab some friends and drop in to the Teen Room to play some games! Some of the games we will have available include: Codenames, Cards Against Humanity, Trivial Pursuit, Sounds Fishy, Unstable Unicorn, The Chameleon, Scrabble, UNO, and more! For ages 12+
LEGO Building @ Wollaston Library in Quincy Ages 5+ 2-4pm
Stop by the Wollaston Branch on Wednesday afternoons this summer for free-play LEGO building. Grab some LEGO bricks and build a boat, a spaceship, a double-decker couch – anything you want, then toss them back and try to make something else. LEGOs must be returned by the end of the program, sorry! Repeats all summer long
LEGO Derby, at Milton Library 230pm
Join Ms. Tory in the Story Hour Room for a LEGO Derby! Build your vehicle out of LEGOs and test out who’s car is the fastest amongst your fellow racers.
Food Trucks Wednesday Braintree Highlands Playground MA 2025 430pm this is new this year
Stoughton DCR Summer nights for preteens & teens 5pm repeats weekly thru august 14th
Canton Library 6pm Story time includes books, flannel boards, and dancing! Family friendly, all are welcome repeats thru August
Wolly Beach Wednesdays Free Evening Concerts Quincy repeats thru end of August 6pm
Free Milton Summer Concerts 6pm repeats Wednesday thru August 13th
Free Summer concerts Wednesday Nights in Plymouth Waterfront 630pm
Thursday August 7th Indoor and outdoor activities for toddlers preschoolers South Shore Boston MA
MyGym Kingston Ongoing Classes Try it out
Jam Time Hanover & Norwood Openplay start starts at 9am
Happy Hearts Playspace Norwell 9-12pm
Toddler Time Open Play at Starland Hanover 9-12pm
Happy Hearts Playspace Norwell 9-12pm
Starland Sports & Fun Park in Hanover, MA 9am-9pm
Adventure Park at Heritage Museum Sandwich 9am Discount Admission available
Children’s World Canton open play 930-630pm
Cartland of Cape Cod in Wareham MA 10am
Museum of Ice cream Boston 10am book tickets in advance
Derby Street Shops Summer Thursdays Kids Events 2025 10am -kids yoga this week
Wicked Waves Cape Cod Water Park we got discount tickets 10am
East Bridgewater Summer Story Time 10am
Summer is a great time to connect with books, songs and play! Join us for a quick story time, then lots of activities to keep your little one occupied. Geared for ages 2-5. Weather permitting – outside games may be offered. repeats thru August 14th
Puppet Storytime with Leigh and Friends at Cohasset Library 1030am under the tent
Braintree Library Caravan Puppets Presents Timeless Tales 11am
Enjoy a Puppet Performance from Caravan Puppets! For children of all ages. Will be limited to the first 100 people to arrive. Tickets for free admission will be given out, starting 45 minutes before the show. No registration necessary. Will take place in Logan Auditorium.
We will be publishing our weekend calendars today as well!
Magoo Mini Golf Rockland 11am Mini golf and ice cream for 2 for $30
Hanson Library Create and Play: Shoebox Foosball (Grades K+) 1pm A foosball game made with a cardboard box, wooden skewers, and clothespins.
In this hands-on program, kids will design and construct their very own tabletop foosball game using everyday materials like shoeboxes, straws, clothespins, and more. Along the way, they’ll learn basic building skills, explore simple mechanics, and express their creativity by decorating their mini stadiums. Once the tables are built, it’s game on—kids can challenge their friends and take their custom foosball game home for more fun! No experience needed—just imagination, teamwork, and a love for play!
Braintree Library Math Games for Second Graders 2pm
Play some Math Games and improve your skills. Best for those entering Second Grade and those leaving Second Grade, but other children may attend. No registration needed. Held in the Children’s Room.
Milton Library Pokemon Club, Ages 6-12* 230pm
Calling all Pokemon fans! Join Ms. Tory in the Story Hour Room for an hour of casual Pokemon play. Show off and trade cards, discuss your favorite pokemon characters, or play a few rounds of the battle game – all with fellow fans!
Quincy Library Experimentation Station for ages 6-8 3pm
A spin off of our monthly STEAM Team, this program will include several different STEM stations for kids entering 1st – 3rd graders in September to explore! Through building challenges, experiments, and games your child will have a chance to discover the world of STEM!
Quincy Library TEEN Summer Crafternoon Series: Rock Painting 3pm
Paint your own zen rock garden at our second Summer Crafternoon Series event! Use acrylic paints to paint rocks in a variety of styles and colors for an easy and beautiful piece of decor to add to your room or your yard! This program is for teens in grades 8-12 ONLY.
Blue Hills Trailside Museum DCR Summer ngihts Milton 4pm repeats thru Aug 15th
Farmer’s Market Storytime in Milton 430pm
Join us for a fun-filled pop-up storytime at the Milton Farmer’s Market! One of the MPL Children’s Librarians will be on hand to read stories and sing songs with families.
Food Trucks Thursdays Kingston MA 430pm
Friday August 8th things to do South Shore Boston MA
MyGym Kingston Ongoing Classes Try it out
Where to go Blueberry picking on the South shore
East Bridgewater Lego Fridays In-Person LEGO Freeplay all day long, every Friday!
Jam Time Hanover & Norwood Openplay start starts at 9am
Starland Sports & Fun Park in Hanover, MA 9am-9pm
Happy Hearts Playspace Norwell 9-12pm
Adventure Park at Heritage Museum Sandwich 9am Discount Admission available
Children’s World Canton open play 930-630pm
Museum of Ice cream Boston 10am book tickets in advance
Wicked Waves Cape Cod Water Park we got discount tickets 10am
Start your weekend with stories, songs, and sunshine as we bring the joy of reading outdoors with a lively mix of read-aloud books, music, and movement. Toddlers and preschoolers will wiggle, dance, and listen under the open sky, making it the perfect way to celebrate summer and spark a love of stories. Bring a blanket, sunscreen, and your favorite grown-up—this storytime is all about fun, fresh air, and fantastic tales!
Miss Ari returns to Thayer Public Library’s children’s room as part of our drop in play Friday, to turn singing & dancing into learning & play! With live music featuring ukulele and guitar, it’s faced paced: designed to keep everyone from infants to 5 year old’s (and even parents) entertained! She covers classic nursery rhymes, colors and the alphabet while using shaker eggs, dance scarves and always says “See You Later” with BUBBLES!
Step right up and become a Ringmaster! In this hands-on, creativity-packed program, kids will design, build, and play their very own ring toss game. From crafting colorful rings to building targets and setting up the ultimate tossing arena, participants will learn basic design skills, teamwork, and problem-solving—all while having tons of fun! Participants will take their custom ring toss game home for even more fun!
Join us every Friday morning at 10:30 in the gazebo at the Sumner Field Playground beginning May 30th thru Sept 5th except for July 4th . Enjoy stories, music, movement, and various outdoor activities with your little ones. Storytime is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, but every age can get something great out of Storytime!
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