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8/27/19 - By Lucie T

With all the money parents spend on back-to-school supplies, it should come as a relief to know there are a lot of fun and free family-friendly events in Boston this September. From street fairs and festivals to cruises and concerts, getting the most out of Boston with the kids won't cost you an arm and a leg. Here are our picks for free fun this September with the kiddos (and be sure to check our calendar for even more activities added daily).

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St. Anthony's Maronite Church

145 Amesbury St., Lawrence, MA 01841

Christopher Columbus Park

105 Atlantic Avenue, Boston, MA 02110

Union Square Plaza

70 Union Square, Somerville, MA

City Hall Plaza Government Center

Congress Street, Boston, MA 02201

617-990-7062

East Broadway, between I and L Streets, Boston, MA 02127

Bay State Cruise Company

World Trade Center Dock, Boston, MA

Trails & Sails

Essex National Heritage, Salem, MA

Various Museum locations

, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Wright-Locke Farm

78 Ridge Street , Winchester, MA 01890

Harvard Avenue, Allston, MA

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