Looking for fun things to do this week with your kids in the Acton-Lexington area? Check out our Top Picks for this week, July 25 to August 1. We have lots of events and activities in Acton, Bedford, Boxborough, Carlisle, Concord, Lexington, Lincoln, Maynard and beyond on our event calendar.
NOTE: This page is updated every Wednesday evening. We have selected events and venues based on the event description but, in most cases, have not attended, so please use your own judgment when choosing events to attend or view. Age descriptions are provided by the event venue. If an event is sold out when we're putting together this list, we don't list it here, to prevent disappointment. Be sure to check our event calendar regularly to catch fun events before they sell out!
TOP PICKS FOR THIS WEEKEND
- Join Land's Sake Farm at a Duck Storytime at Maynard Library on Thursday.
- If you love live music and dance, take a drive to Lowell for the Lowell Folk Festival this weekend. Learn more about the Lowell Folk Festival in our sister edition, Macaroni KID Lowell MA.
- The Job Lane Farm Museum in Bedford is open Sunday afternoon from 2-4 PM for a House Tour.
- Check out the Amazing Animal Ambassadors Live Animal Show in Maynard next Wednesday!
- Blueberries are ripe at local farms -- check our updated Blueberry Picking Guide for all the details.
- The Beede Center in Concord is hosting a Beede & Books event on Monday. Enjoy a good book and then swim in the pool! Register in advance.
- The Gleason Library in Carlisle is holding a Stacey Peasley Concert next Tuesday. Register in advance.
- Mr. Vic will be giving a free concert at NARA Park next Wednesday evening!
- Farmers markets are featuring gorgeous produce. Check out the offerings at the Carlisle Farmers Market, Maynard Farmers Market and Lincoln Arts and Farmers Market, all on Saturday, the Acton Boxborough Farmers Market on Sunday, and the Lexington Farmers' Market on Tuesday.
- Still need to plan some summer camps? Check our Summer Camp Guide for some great local and sleepaway options!
- 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.
Willing to drive a little bit?
Check the top things to do this week in our sister edition Lowell Macaroni Kid!
Have a great week!
Barbara Evangelista
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