How are you spending the long holiday weekend? From the New England Boat Show to the Harlem Globetrotters and Disney on Ice, we’ve gathered more than a dozen great things the entire family will enjoy!
Friday, Feb. 15
The New England Boat Show returns for 2019. Bring the family and come see what’s in store for another season of boating. Tickets are $16 (ages 12 and younger are free). 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 415 Summer St., Boston.
The Brattle Theatre’s Bugs Bunny Film Festival is back. For more than 20 years, its been delighting audiences of children and adults alike. Performances today at 4 p.m., 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Brattle Theatre, 40 Brattle St., Cambridge.
Local
In-depth news coverage of the Greater Boston Area.
The 10th season of Winter Skate at Patriot Place is underway. Grab the family and enjoy this time-honored tradition of outdoor ice skating to life in the shadow of Gillette Stadium. Price is $10 for adults and $6 for children 12 and under and seniors 65 and older. Skate rentals are $5. 4-10 p.m., Patriot Place, 2 Patriot Place, Foxboro.
Disney On Ice presents Mickey's Search Party
Mickey and friends return to the TD Garden as Disney On Ice presents “Mickey’s Search Party,” an all-new show promising to bring the magic closer to fans than ever before through dynamic and immersive moments taking place on the ice, in the air and in their seats. Tickets start at $15. 7 p.m.., TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, Boston.
The David Bowie Experience Planetarium Show
Bowie fans, you don’t want to miss the David Bowie Experience Planetarium Show under the dome at Boston’s Museum of Science. This musical experience engages audiences in a sensory journey full of innovation, artistry and imagination set to the soundtrack of one of music’s greatest icons. For ages 18+. 7:30 p.m., The Museum of Science, 1 Science Park, Boston.
“School of Rock” at the Opera House
Broadway in Boston presents “School of Rock” at the Boston Opera House for a show the whole family will enjoy. Tickets start at $20. 8 p.m., Boston Opera House, 539 Washington St., Boston.
Saturday, Feb. 16
ONGOING: Kids in the Kitchen: Valentine’s Day Cupcakes
Children ages 6-12 can explore and taste the food of the season at Boston Public Markets Kids in the Kitchen series. Today Chef Cleo returns to teach you how to make Valentine’s' Day cupcakes - red velvet cake with fresh cream cheese frosting. 10 a.m., Boston Public Market, 100 Hanover St., Boston.
The New England Boat Show returns for 2019. Bring the family and come see what’s in store for another season of boating. Tickets are $16 (ages 12 and younger are free). 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 415 Summer St., Boston.
Disney On Ice presents Mickey's Search Party
Mickey and friends return to the TD Garden as Disney On Ice presents “Mickey’s Search Party,” an all-new show promising to bring the magic closer to fans than ever before through dynamic and immersive moments taking place on the ice, in the air and in their seats. Tickets start at $15. Performances today at 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m., TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, Boston.
The 10th season of Winter Skate at Patriot Place is underway. Grab the family and enjoy this time-honored tradition of outdoor ice skating to life in the shadow of Gillette Stadium. Price is $10 for adults and $6 for children 12 and under and seniors 65 and older. Skate rentals are $5. 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Patriot Place, 2 Patriot Place, Foxboro.
The Brattle Theatre’s Bugs Bunny Film Festival is back. For more than 20 years, its been delighting audiences of children and adults alike. Performances today at Noon, 2 p.m., 4 p.m., 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Brattle Theatre, 40 Brattle St., Cambridge.
“School of Rock” at the Opera House
Broadway in Boston presents “School of Rock” at the Boston Opera House for a show the whole family will enjoy. Tickets start at $20. Performances today at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., Boston Opera House, 539 Washington St., Boston.
The David Bowie Experience Planetarium Show
Bowie fans, you don’t want to miss the David Bowie Experience Planetarium Show under the dome at Boston’s Museum of Science. This musical experience engages audiences in a sensory journey full of innovation, artistry and imagination set to the soundtrack of one of music’s greatest icons. For ages 18+. 7:30 p.m., The Museum of Science, 1 Science Park, Boston.
Sunday, Feb. 17
Catch Chinatown’s 2019 Lion Dance Parade in celebration of the Year of the Pig today. While you’re there, get out of the cold and check out the CCBA’s Culture Village from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 90 Tyler St. for Chinese calligraphy and music, as well as arts and crafts. 10 a.m., Phillips Square,1 Harrison Ave., Boston.
The New England Boat Show returns for 2019. Bring the family and come see what’s in store for another season of boating. Tickets are $16 (ages 12 and younger are free). 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, 415 Summer St., Boston.
Disney On Ice presents Mickey's Search Party
Mickey and friends return to the TD Garden as Disney On Ice presents “Mickey’s Search Party,” an all-new show promising to bring the magic closer to fans than ever before through dynamic and immersive moments taking place on the ice, in the air and in their seats. Tickets start at $15. Performances today at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, Boston.
The 10th season of Winter Skate at Patriot Place is underway. Grab the family and enjoy this time-honored tradition of outdoor ice skating to life in the shadow of Gillette Stadium. Price is $10 for adults and $6 for children 12 and under and seniors 65 and older. Skate rentals are $5. 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Patriot Place, 2 Patriot Place, Foxboro.
The Brattle Theatre’s Bugs Bunny Film Festival is back. For more than 20 years, its been delighting audiences of children and adults alike. Performances today at Noon, 2 p.m., 4 p.m., 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Brattle Theatre, 40 Brattle St., Cambridge.
“School of Rock” at the Opera House
Broadway in Boston presents “School of Rock” at the Boston Opera House for a show the whole family will enjoy. Tickets start at $20. Performances today at 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., Boston Opera House, 539 Washington St., Boston.
The Harlem Globetrotters bring their one-of-a-kind show to the Tsongas Center today. Grab the family for this showcase you don’t want to miss. 2 p.m., the Tsongas Center at UMass Lowell, 300 Martin Luther King Way, Lowell.
Presidents' Day Family Winterfest
Celebrate Presidents’ Day in the Quincy, the City of Presidents honoring Presidents John Adams and John Quincy Adams. This free festival includes interactive games, music, costumed characters,, theatrical street performers, live music, food trucks and more.Hancock Adams Common and neighboring City Hall and Church of the Presidents. 2-7 p.m., Hancock Adams Common, 1305 Hancock St., Quincy.
