Are you looking for children’s friendly events on the North Shore? Here we have 9 events that your children will enjoy!
1. Kids at the Cabot with Flor Bromley
If your child loves music, they will love ‘Kids at the Cabot with Flor Bromley’. Join this multicultural music celebration filled to the brim with dancing, songs, and storytelling with Latin Grammy nominee Flor Bromley.
Date: October 12th (Saturday)
Time: 10:30 am
Tickets $10 – $17.50
Location: THE CABOT, 286 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA 01915
Explore New England’s rich history with this child-friendly Tavern experience. Spend the day filled with playing exciting games, spooky stories, music, and dancing! Kid’s Pub is a perfect way for a family to enjoy downtown Salem.
Date: October 5th and 12th Saturday
Time: 4 pm to 5 pm
Tickets: $18
Location: 32 Derby St., Salem, MA 01970
Salem residents have free admission
With Halloween just around the corner, here are some fantastic ways to get in the spirit. The Good Witch of Salem has a variety of fun events for you and your children to enjoy together.
Potion Making Party is a magical event that is perfect for kids who love arts and crafts.
Date: October 19th
Time: 12 pm – 3 pm
Tickets: $55
Location: Salem Waterfront Hotel and Suites, Salem Ma
Costume Ball is a great place for kids to show off their fun Halloween costumes and dance! The North End Dinner Buffet Will Provide Food.
Date: October 19th
Time: 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Tickets: $70 – $95
Location: Salem Waterfront Hotel and Suites, Salem Ma
Character Breakfast is a magical morning with the Good Witch of Salem, a unicorn, Jack Skellington and special surprise guests. Play bingo and enjoy eating breakfast, plus take photos with the friendly guests.
Date: October 19th
Time: 9 am – 10:30 am
Tickets: $30 – $40
Location: Salem Waterfront Hotel and Suites
- Legopalooza, Costume Party, and Kids Yoga at the North Shore Children’s Museum
The North Shore Children’s Museum is a hub for kids’ events all year long and this month they have an exciting lineup!
Legopalooza is a fun way to keep your imaginative little ones entertained as they play with a large variety of Legos all day at the North Shore Children’s Museum.
Date: Wednesday, October 9th
Time: 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm–4 pm
Tickets: $6 – $12
Location: 10 Main Street, Peabody, MA 01960
Looking for a fun way to get into the Halloween spirit? This event is filled with exciting activities like a costume parade, an airbrush, temporary tattoos, and festive games! This is not an event you want to miss.
Date: Friday, October 25th
Time: 5 pm – 7 pm
Tickets: $12 for members and $15 for non-members
Location: 10 Main Street, Peabody, MA 01960
Need a calming break for you and your little one? Join Miss Shelley on October 8th at 10 am for kids’ yoga and mindfulness! This is a great way to get your child to relax, breathe, and move their body during this busy month.
Date: October 8th
Time 10 am
Tickets $6 – $12
Location: 10 Main Street, Peabody, MA 01960
North Shore Children’s Museum always has exciting children’s events every week so be sure to check their website!
If crafting your own scarecrow masterpiece with your family sounds like fun, then join the Scarecrow Contest in Newburyport’s Market Square! Families and children have their very own category, perfect for showcasing your one-of-a-kind creations. Winners will be announced at 3 PM on October 14th through the Greater Newburyport Chamber of Commerce’s social media—don’t miss your chance to be part of the fun!
Check in at 8 am to 10 am on October 12th and Keep your scarecrow on display the whole weekend
Date: October 12th and 13th
Time: all weekend
Entry fee: 50$
Location: Chamber’s Visitor Center located at 1 Waterfront Park
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Written by Samantha Sarita
Image by Gordiny Doret
Edited by peace I ojo
