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Make way for all the family fun coming to Boston in May 2025! Duckling Day event photo courtesy of Friends of the Public Garden
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4/27/25 - By N Ferreira

There is no shortage of things to do in Boston in May. From Mother's Day to Memorial Day, we've got the best events happening all month—and May the 4th be with you!

May in Boston is bursting with whimsy and wonder! Little ones can waddle along at the ever-adorable Duckling Day parade, while moms are celebrated in full bloom at the Blossom Festival at Southwick's Zoo. Dreaming of thrill rides? Canobie Lake Park Opening Day 2025 kicks off the amusement park season! Families can frolic through lilac gardens, tiptoe through flower fields at the Tulip Fest at Cider Hill Farm, or celebrate spring magic at Spring BloomFest at Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens. With so many playful adventures in bloom, May is made for memory-making.

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Spring brings May flowers to Boston, along with fun things to do all month! Lilac Sunday photo by Lauren Miller/Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University
Spring brings May flowers to Boston, along with fun things to do all month! Lilac Sunday photo by Lauren Miller/Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University

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Free Comic Book Day 2025

Everywhere—FREE
Saturday, May 3, 2025
Pow! Crash! Boom! Getting comic books for free is...super! Free Comic Book Day is again held on the first Saturday in May. Free Comic Book Day is a nationwide event, and kids (small and grown) can stop by any participating comic store to receive their free comics. READ MORE

Spring BloomFest at Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens

North Andover
Saturday, May 3, 2025
Stroll through the beautiful gardens with budding tulips, daffodils, and other spring bulbs while enjoying the crisp spring air and soundscape serenades. During this festival-style event, visitors will have access to the gardens and the opportunity to participate in daily activities, included as part of your admission. READ MORE

Tulip Fest at Cider Hill Farm

Amesbury—FREE
Weekends, May 3-4 & May 10- 11, 2025
A gorgeous variety of 100k tulips are scheduled to bloom in early May. Welcome in spring with this multi-weekend festival featuring free live music, self-guided blooming orchard walks, outdoor hard cider bars, food trucks, fitness n' family activities and pick-your-tulips. READ MORE

2025 Watch City Steampunk Festival

Waltham— FREE
Saturday, May 10, 2025
The 2025 Watch City Steampunk Festival will feature costumed performers, musicians, kids' activities, and over 60 unique vendors offering all things Steampunk. READ MORE

Somerville's PorchFest

Somerville— FREE
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Musicians and bands in styles including funk, blues, gospel, bluegrass and so many more serenade passersby from porches throughout Somerville. READ MORE

Revere Beach Kite Festival

Revere -- FREE
Saturday, May 10, 2025
The 9th Annual Kite Festival on Revere Beach will kick off beach season with fun for the whole family! READ MORE

Blossom Festival at Southwick's Zoo

Mendon
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Blossom Fest is coming to Southwick's Zoo — think Harvest Fest, but SPRING-infused! READ MORE

Duckling Day

Boston Common — FREE
Sunday, May 11, 2025
Join the Friends of the Public Garden in Boston’s most beautiful parks for Duckling Day! A beloved Mother’s Day tradition for over 30 years, the event celebrates the children’s classic book Make Way for Ducklings by Robert McCloskey. READ MORE

Canobie Lake Park: Opening Day 2025

Salem, NH
Saturday, May 17, 2025
Celebrating 123 years of family fun, the folks at Canobie Lake Park, a premier New England fun spot, are putting together what promises to be an amazing experience for opening day this year.    READ MORE

Canton Heritage Festival

Canton— FREE
Saturday, May 17, 2025
The Canton Heritage Festival promises to bring together folks of all ages for fun, food, shopping, and history as it celebrates the region’s past and living present. READ MORE

Franklin Park Kite & Bike Festival

Dorchester— FREE
Saturday, May 17, 2025
Go fly a kite at this 50-year Franklin Park tradition and celebrate the arrival of spring. READ MORE

2025 Greenway Spring Fest

Boston -- FREE
Saturday, May 17, 2025
This year's Greenway Spring Fest (formerly Food Truck Festival) will feature 15 food trucks, free fitness classes, music from DJ CarlitosWave, and face painting by Glitter and Gore. READ MORE

Esplanade Community Day Celebration

Boston -- FREE
Sunday, May 11, 2025
The Esplanade Association is hosting its 5th Annual Community Day! Head to the Esplanade’s Fiedler Field for a full day of movement, music, food, games, and great partners. READ MORE

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