South Shore Boston MA Family Events & Things to Do August 3rd week
South Shore Boston MA Family Events & Things to Do on August 3rd week | Kids Activities, Summer Fun & Local Events
Looking for family-friendly things to do on the South Shore of Boston today? We’ve rounded up the best kids’ activities, local events, summer adventures, playgrounds, museums, outdoor fun, and family attractions happening this week . Whether you’re searching for toddler-friendly activities, free events, indoor play spaces, or ways to keep the kids entertained during summer vacation, you’ll find plenty of fun options throughout the South Shore, Boston, and nearby communities. Check back daily for updated family events and things to do across the South Shore of Massachusetts.
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Monday August 3rd things to do South Shore Boston MA
MyGym Kingston Ongoing Classes Try it out
Sign up for classes at Little Gym Plymouth ages 4 months -12 years old
Mygym in Norwell and Braintree locations My Gym offers kids birthday parties, Mommy and Me, gymnastics camps and other fantastic fun filled programs for ages 6 weeks – 10 years.
Where to go blueberry picking on the South Shore
Adventure Park at Heritage Museum Sandwich 9am Discount Admission available
Jam Time Open Play Hanover & Norwood 9am
The Adventurous Playground Randolph 9am-2pm
Happy Hearts Play space in Norwell Montessori Inspired 9am- 12pm
New England Patriots Training Camp 915am gates open
Wicked Waves Water Park Drive Worthy! We got a discount for you 10am
Braintree Library Alphabet Learning for ages 3 and 4 10am
Best for ages 3 and 4, but open to all children. A game and craft will focus on 1 letter for the day.
Singalong and Dance Party with Miss Rebecca! at Cohasset Library 1030am under the tent repeats thru August 17th
SUMMER Indoor Playground at Whitman Library 1030am-130pm
Drop-in for some summer indoor fun! A variety of toys will be set up for you to enjoy with your child in the Community Room. Meet up with friends old & new and don’t forget to bring your library card to check out lots of new books to read at home! Parents please remain in the Community Room to supervise play. repeats thru August 17th
Little Bee Yoga at Abington Library 1pm Miss Christine of Little Bee Yoga returns once a month on Mondays from 1:30 – 2:15 for our little yogis ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Participants need to bring a yoga mat or a towel and wear comfy clothing. This is a drop in program- no registration necessary. Namaste
Norwell Library Monday Matinée Movie: Ice Age The Meltdown 2pm
Beat the heat and catch a movie! This week’s selection is Ice Age the Meltdown (2006) rated PG. A synopsis is available here. Bring a blanket to sit on and snacks if you wish– but please no peanut products. No registration. Caregivers must remain with children under the age of 8.
Tuesday August 4th Kid events South Shore Boston MA
MyGym Kingston Ongoing Classes Try it out
Sign up for classes at Little Gym Plymouth ages 4 months -12 years old
Mygym in Norwell and Braintree locations My Gym offers kids birthday parties, Mommy and Me, gymnastics camps and other fantastic fun filled programs for ages 6 weeks – 10 years.
Where to go blueberry picking on the South Shore
Adventure Park at Heritage Museum Sandwich 9am Discount Admission available
Jam Time Open Play Hanover & Norwood 9am
The Adventurous Playground Randolph 9am-2pm
Happy Hearts Play space in Norwell Montessori Inspired 9am- 12pm & 330-5pm
New England Patriots Training Camp 915am gates open
Braintree Library Storytime AT Adams Park 930am We will have Storytime at Adams Park, which is at corner of Commercial St and Adams St. Best for ages 2 1/2 – 4, but is open to all children. Bring a blanket or towel for added comfort. There will be stories and songs with Miss Elisabeth, followed by a Storywalk and Craft available to all. It is presented by Kate Hooper of Historic New England. A Storywalk is when each page of a book is posted separately in an outdoor area. People walk around to each page to read it. It encourages movement in nature. If there is rain, the Storytime, Craft and Storywalk will take place in the Children’s Room of the library.
Milton Library Ms. Tory’s Stories, Ages 0-5 10am & 1045
Join Ms. Tory for a storytime full of music and dancing located in the Keys Room on the Lower Level of the Library. repeats thru the end of August
Mamasteph at Cohasset Library Under the Tent 1030am repeats August 11th as well
$7 Movies at East Bridgewater theatre every Tuesday
Board Game Afternoons @ North Quincy Library for ages 4+ 2pm Hang out this summer with our fun and inclusive game days! Every Tuesday afternoon this summer we will have out plenty of board games, card games, puzzles & more at the North Quincy Library.Kids ages 4 & up, come join the fun! repeats Tuesdays all summer
Quincy Library TEEN Summerween Movie Matinee: Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 2pm
Outside it may be hot and sunny, but in here, we’re ready for spooky season! Come enjoy a Summerween-themed movie matinee viewing of Five Nights at Freddy’s 2–popcorn and candy will be provided! Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 is rated PG-13 with a runtime of 104 minutes. This program is for teens in grades 8-12 ONLY.
Hanson Library LEGO Free Play (Ages 4-12) 4pm
Calling all master builders! Join us to create with LEGOs and connect with new friends. Completed creations will be displayed in our lobby cases!
The Great Rolando: Magician and Balloon Sculptor at Cohasset Library 4pm Stop by for a magical afternoon with a visit from magician and balloon sculptor, The Great Rolando.
Food Truck Tuesdays Hanover 430pm
Whitman Family BINGO Night 5pm
Quincy Police National Night out 5pm
Randolph National Night out 5pm
Scituate Police Department National Night Out 5pm
Free Kingston summer concerts 5pm
Free West Bridgewater Summer Concerts 2026 6pm repeats thru August 11th
Free Tuesday night summer concerts at Sunset Lake 2026 6pm weekly until aug 11th
Wednesday August 5th Kid, toddler & preschooler things to do South Shore Boston MA
The Wiggles are coming to Boston in August
MyGym Kingston Ongoing Classes Try it out
Sign up for classes at Little Gym Plymouth ages 4 months -12 years old
Mygym in Norwell and Braintree locations My Gym offers kids birthday parties, Mommy and Me, gymnastics camps and other fantastic fun filled programs for ages 6 weeks – 10 years.
Where to go blueberry picking on the South Shore
Adventure Park at Heritage Museum Sandwich 9am Discount Admission available
Jam Time Open Play Hanover & Norwood 9am
The Adventurous Playground Randolph 9am-2pm
Happy Hearts Play space in Norwell Montessori Inspired 9am- 12pm
Hanson Library storytime 10am repeats all July
Hanson Library Children’s Planting Workshop (Ages 7+) 1pm
Gardening is for kids, too! In this hands-on workshop, kids will get messy, learn how to plant seeds, and propagate cuttings. There will be a variety of seeds to choose from!
Hanover Crossing Gathering on the Green Kid Family fun 10am-12pm repeats all summer
Free Kids Movies at Hingham Shipyard Patriot Cinemas 11am repeats Wednesday and Saturday mornings
Summer Stories with Ms. Sarah at Cohasset Library 130pm repeats thru August 5th
LEGO Building @ Wollaston Library Quincy Ages 5+ 2pm
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! Parents please note regular LEGO are intended for children ages 5 and older, DUPLO and other building toys will be available for younger children. repeats all summer
Hanover Crossing Summer Nights -FAMILY Evenings 4-7pm Enjoy Music, Beer Garden, Food Trucks and Family Games at Hanover Crossing Green repeats weekly all summer
Teen Anime Club at Bridgewater Library 4pm Socialize with friends, enjoy snacks and watch the latest streamed anime. Check out the newest manga and graphic novel additions before they hit the shelves! repeats Wednesdays thru the end of August
Food truck Wednesdays Braintree 430pm
Pokemon Club at Bridgewater Library 530pm Hello Pokemon Trainers! Are you ready to get your game on at the Bridgewater Public Library? We’re looking for trainers to play and train with us! A few things to know: Bring your own cards. We’ll have a few extras to make a deck.
Trades are encouraged and part of the excitement! The student trainer will be available to provide guidance in an effort to make trading an enjoyable experience for all, but each person is responsible for his or her own trades. The club and library are not liable for any trades. repeats thru the end of August
Milton Summer Concerts 6pm repeats thru August 5th
Wolly Beach Wednesdays Free Evening Concerts Quincy 2026 6pm thru August 26th
Free Canton Summer concerts 6pm repeats until August 12th
Plymouth Wednesday night summer concerts repeats thru the end of august 630pm
Quincy Library Bad Art Competition for ages 9 – 13 630pm
You can work as a team or on your own to create something horrendous with our truly random assortment of supplies while those supplies last. Everyone will vote for the very worst and the reigning champion will take home their prize. No registration required – In the event that we reach capacity in the event space, we will close the doors.
Thursday August 6th little kid things to do South Shore Boston MA
MyGym Kingston Ongoing Classes Try it out
Sign up for classes at Little Gym Plymouth ages 4 months -12 years old
Mygym in Norwell and Braintree locations My Gym offers kids birthday parties, Mommy and Me, gymnastics camps and other fantastic fun filled programs for ages 6 weeks – 10 years.
Where to go blueberry picking on the South Shore
Adventure Park at Heritage Museum Sandwich 9am Discount Admission available
Jam Time Open Play Hanover & Norwood 9am
The Adventurous Playground Randolph open play 9am-5pm
Happy Hearts Play space in Norwell Montessori Inspired 9am- 12pm
We will be publishing our South Shore boston kids weekend calendar today as well!
Braintree Library Create your own Board Game ages 6 – 12 2pm
Create a board game to take home and play. We’ll provide some possible pictures and possible paths. You decide how you want to make it. For ages 6 – 12. No registration needed. Held in Logan Auditorium.
Not Really So Scary Animals with Joy Marzolf at Whitman Library 1pm and 2pm sessions registration required low space available
Some animals like sharks, snakes and spiders we think of as scary, but are they really when we learn more about them? Many seemingly “scary animals” have really important jobs in nature, even helping people! See giant megalodon shark teeth and don’t miss meeting some not really so scary animals too!
Wollaston Beer Garden in Quincy MA FAMILY FRIENDLY 4PM
Food Trucks Thursday in East Bridgewater 5pm
Food Trucks Thursdays Kingston MA 5pm
Plymouth Farmers Market Storytime 430pm
The Plymouth Farmers Market is at the library this summer! Join us on the front lawn for storytime at 4:30PM. This storytime is less structured then our regular storytime, and will include more books. For children of all ages repeats weekly thru the summer
Bridgewater Music Alley Free Summer Concerts weekly thru August 28th 530pm
Cape Cod Canal Concerts in the Park 2026 in Buzzards Bay MA repeats thru Aug 22nd 6pm
Free Middleboro Summer concerts 6pm
Free Whitman summer in the park concerts 6pm
Quincy library Art in the Evening for ages 2 – 5 630pm
Kids ages 2-5 and their grownups are invited to join us for a kid-friendly art project every first Thursday. Grownups must be accompanied by a child!
Friday August 7th things to do South Shore Boston MA
MyGym Kingston Ongoing Classes Try it out
Sign up for classes at Little Gym Plymouth ages 4 months -12 years old
Mygym in Norwell and Braintree locations My Gym offers kids birthday parties, Mommy and Me, gymnastics camps and other fantastic fun filled programs for ages 6 weeks – 10 years.
Where to go blueberry picking on the South Shore
Adventure Park at Heritage Museum Sandwich 9am Discount Admission available
Jam Time Open Play Hanover & Norwood 9am
The Adventurous Playground Randolph open play 9am-5pm
Happy Hearts Play space in Norwell Montessori Inspired 9am- 12pm
New England Patriots Training Camp 915am gates open
Hanson Library Move & Groove 10am & 11am session repeats thru August
Quincy Library Kids Concert: Matt Heaton for ages 4+ 10am Matt Heaton believes music for kids can be entertaining for both children AND parents. His songs blend mid-century American guitar styles: surf, rockabilly, western swing & soul, delivered with a wry sense of humor and a sincere sense of fun. Kids dance, laugh, and sing along. Grown-ups appreciate the Muppet-esque touches of humor and observations of kid behavior. Call it children’s music, family music, kindie or toddlerbilly it’s sure to please listeners of all ages. No registration required. Weather permitting, we will hold this event outdoors on the lawn. In the event of inclement weather, we will move inside to the Community Meeting Room.
Braintree Library Family Board Games and Play 10am-12pm
Ready for some summer fun? Drop in and play with board games and LEGOs for school-age children, plus blocks and tunnels for the younger ones In honor of the Nation’s 250th we will mix in jack’s , marbles and Fox and Geese. Don’t miss out on the fun -see you there! repeats all summer long except for holidays
Cohasset Library 1030am Open Play NEW at the library!! Come to the Meeting Room every Friday morning from 10:30-11:30 for some unstructured Open Play! Make music, build with blocks, put on your own puppet show – let your creativity and imagination shine! Caregivers must remain with children AT ALL TIMES. Best suited for children aged 0-5 but all are welcome. No registration required. repeats all friday except for July 3rd until August 21st
Wollaston Beer Garden in Quincy MA FAMILY FRIENDLY 4PM
Mayflower Beer Garden at The Pinehills Plymouth 2026 Family friendly 5pm
Food truck Fridays in Weymouth 5pm
Free Friends Fridays Summer Concert Series at Ruth Gordon Amphitheater Quincy 6pm thru Aug 30th
Free Friday Night concerts at Hingham Shipyard 7pm thru Sept 4th Labor day weekend
Outdoor Summer Movie Night at Camp Kiwanee Hanson 7pm Join the Hanson Public Library and Camp Kiwanee for a fun-filled summer movie night under the stars at the Camp! We’ll be showing the live-action version of Lilo & Stitch. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and the whole family for an evening of adventure, laughter, and island fun as everyone’s favorite mischievous alien finds the true meaning of “ohana.” Free popcorn will be provided, but feel free to bring your own snacks and refreshments.
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