Looking for fun things to do this week with your kids in the Acton-Lexington area? Check out our Top Picks for this week, August 6 to 13. We have lots of events and activities in Acton, Bedford, Boxborough, Carlisle, Concord, Lexington, Lincoln, Maynard and beyond on our event calendar.
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TOP PICKS FOR THIS WEEK
- See The White Street Band and check out the Enchanted Animals petting Zoo at the Bedford Summer Concert Series tonight (Thursday).
- The Discovery Museum is free on Friday evenings during the summer!
- Ben Rudnick & Friends are playing at the Lexington Summer Concert Series on Friday evening.
- Check out our Playground Guide and plan an afternoon of outdoor play.
- See an Early Access showing of Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie on Saturday.
- Gleason Library in Carlisle is holding an always popular Stuffy Sleepover on Tuesday. Or join Acton library's Stuffie Sleepover on Wednesday.
- Tanglewood Marionettes will be performing The Dragon King at the NARA Park Summer Concert Series on Tuesday.
- Join a Smart Barn Tour at Great Brook Farm on Saturday or Sunday, and enjoy some ice cream afterwards.
- Summer outdoor concerts are happening almost every night of the week in Concord, Bedford, Lincoln, Lexington, Maynard and Acton! Check our Summer Outdoor Music Guide or the Event Calendar for the details.
- Still need summer camps for the kids? Check our Summer Camp Guide for all kinds of camps, from local to overnight to STEM to arts to sports and much more!
- Farmers Markets are filled with wonderful produce and gourmet products! Check out:
- Carlisle Farmers Market on Saturday mornings
- Maynard Farmers Market on Saturday mornings
- Boxborough FreeBee Community Market on Saturday morning
- Acton-Boxborough Farmers Market on Sundays
- Lexington Farmers Market on Tuesdays
- Our Day Trip Guide has lots of ideas, from museums to state parks to zoos plus much more.
- If you're willing to drive a little, check the event calendar at Macaroni KID Lowell for even more family-friendly activities!
- Lots of great events throughout the week at our local libraries. Be sure to check out our event calendar this weekend and plan for the week ahead!!!
Check our Event Calendar for More Family Fun in the Acton-Lexington Area!
Don't forget to scan ahead on the calendar for events that require advance registration.
Have a great week!
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