Lowell Kids Week

Visit Lowell MA. Lowell Kids Vacation Week

Lowell Kids Week is a partnership between several organizations in Lowell, Massachusetts, providing free, unique activities for kids and families during a February and April school vacations.

Lowell Kids Week builds connections among a wide variety of local organizations, agencies, businesses, and families, while providing access to fun, inter-generational experiences in our community.

The following events are available now for early registration:

Lil’ Iguana Live!
Lil’ Iguana Live! is a 45-minute music driven, live, interactive stage show featuring the costume character Lil’ Iguana. It reinforces crucial safety messages through themed songs, skits, and demonstrations. Children are engaged throughout the show and are encouraged to participate by answering questions directed towards the audience. Some audience members are selected to participate on stage and become mentors for their peers.
Monday, February 17 | 10AM–11AM | Lowell General Hospital, 295 Varnum Ave.
Ages 4–10
Registration required:  Click here to register or call (877) 544-9355

A small PREVIEW of events that will not require registration:

Youth Matters Media Festival
Join us for a screening of the 2014 Youth Matters Media Festival submissions. All submissions from the talented youth of Lowell will be shown. Refreshments provided.
Saturday, Febraury 15 | 11AM-1PM | Pollard Memorial Library, 401 Merrimack St.
Ages 10 & up 

Day at the Museum: Boott Mills
Experience the roar of a 1920s weave room with operating looms, see cloth being made, explore interactive exhibits, and enjoy special activities all day long! In honor of President’s Day, admission to the the Boott Cotton Mills Museum (and all other National Parks!) will be free of charge on Monday 2/17.
Monday, February 17 | 11AM-3PM | Boott Cotton Mills Museum, 115 John St.
All ages

Kids’ Bingo
Kids, come play Bingo with your families! There’s lots to do: kids will win toys and stuffed animal prizes, receive free Child ID Kits, Dental Impressions, and check out other fun tables. Free pizza and beverages will be served. Co-sponsored by the Lowell Senior Center and the Lowell Police Department.
Tuesday, February 18 | 12PM-3PM | Lowell Senior Center, 276 Broadway St.
All ages

Lego Club
Do you like to build with Legos? Come to the library and make a masterpiece. We supply the Legos, you supply the imagination!
Wednesday, February 19 | 10AM-10:45AM | Pollard Memorial Library, 401 Merrimack St.
Ages 6 & up

Angkor Dance Troupe Performance
Lowell’s world-renowned Angkor Dance Troupe will present an interactive live performance of traditional Cambodian dance. Please come with you whole family and enjoy a rich cultural experience.
Sunday, February 23 | 2PM-3PM | Mogan Cultural Center 3rd Fl., 40 French St.
All ages

The complete schedule of nearly 50 events will be posted February 1, 2014!

Lowell Kids Week is a partnership-based organization made up of representatives from local groups, agencies, and businesses; our partners volunteer their time and resources to make all programs happen, free of charge.

When: 
February 15 - 23, 2014 - Check the schedule of events on the Lowell Kids Week website for various days and times
Summerquest Camp for kids aed 5-14 at the Crane Estate in Ipswich Massachusetts

Babson Farm Quarry Self-guided Walking Tour at Halibut Point

Kids will enjoy this tour of the Halibut Point State Park and Quarry with a focus on its stone-cutting history!
Take a self guided tour at one of Massachusetts most beautiful locations!
7:00 am to 6:00 pm

Winterfest Weekend in Amesbury

Winterfest is a 5 day family celebration in the heart of downtown Amesbury Massachusetts!
For Five Days in February, Amesbury's beautiful and historic Downtown, Market Square and Upper Millyard will be the center of a winter celebration! Enjoy crafting, cocoa, kid's cookie decorating, a winter obstacle course, a Valentine Makers Market, a dance party, live music, a winter market and a...
10:00 am to 9:00 pm

LEGO Club at Danvers Library

LEGO club at Danvers Library Massachusetts
Peabody Institute Library - Danvers invites kids to an afternoon of building and fun! Activities will include free build, themes and instructional design. All structures will remain on display in the Children’s Room till the following weeks's session
3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Era’s After School Program Performance

Era’s After School Program Performance at the Firehouse Center for the Arts Newburyport, Massachusetts
The Firehouse Center for the Arts presents the culmination of our after-school Era’s Program! $5 / All Tickets
6:00 pm to 6:30 pm

Friday, January 31

Babson Farm Quarry Self-guided Walking Tour at Halibut Point

Kids will enjoy this tour of the Halibut Point State Park and Quarry with a focus on its stone-cutting history!
Take a self guided tour at one of Massachusetts most beautiful locations!
7:00 am to 6:00 pm

Winterfest Weekend in Amesbury

Winterfest is a 5 day family celebration in the heart of downtown Amesbury Massachusetts!
For Five Days in February, Amesbury's beautiful and historic Downtown, Market Square and Upper Millyard will be the center of a winter celebration! Enjoy crafting, cocoa, kid's cookie decorating, a winter obstacle course, a Valentine Makers Market, a dance party, live music, a winter market and a...
10:00 am to 9:00 pm

Music Together - Friday

Marblehead, Beverly Farms, Hamilton, Salem, Peabody Music Together
Music Together® is a research-based music & movement program for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and the grown-ups who love them. Music Together® classes make it easy for parents/primary caregivers to play a crucial role in activating their child's music development. Classes are 45 minutes...
10:30 am to 11:15 am

Kidleidoscope at Breakheart Reservation

Kidleidoscope is a program designed for preschoolers at Bradley Palmer State Park
Come join our park interpreter for a story time and nature walk! Complete a small craft and explore the woods! Walks are gently paced and approximately 1 mile, though not accessible for strollers. Appropriate for families with children 3-5 years old. Meet at the Visitor Center.
10:30 am to 11:30 am

Drop-In Family LEGO at HWPL

Wednesdays are LEGO Build Days at the Hamilton-Wenham Public Library
Put your imagination and building skills to the test at this self-directed drop-in program. All ages are welcome with a caregiver.
3:15 pm to 4:15 pm

Saturday, February 1

Bruins Pajama Drive

Drop off new pajama donations at libraries across the North Shore as part of the Boston Bruins PJ Drive.
From February 1 through March 15, Cradles to Crayons®, the Boston Bruins, Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, and Wonderfund are coming together with organizations in your community to collect new pajamas for local children living in low-income and homeless situations. Together, we are...
7:00 am to 9:00 pm

Babson Farm Quarry Self-guided Walking Tour at Halibut Point

Kids will enjoy this tour of the Halibut Point State Park and Quarry with a focus on its stone-cutting history!
Take a self guided tour at one of Massachusetts most beautiful locations!
7:00 am to 6:00 pm

Ice Cream Breakfast Fundraiser | Cherry Farm

Eat ice cream for breakfast at Cherry Farm in Danvers Massachusetts to raise funds for a local charity!
It’s the most WONDERFUL day of the year! It’s Ice Cream for Breakfast Day! Celebrate our 'Sweet 16' in person at Cherry Farm Creamery on Saturday, February 1st. We will open early that day at 8am.
8:00 am to 12:00 pm

Music Together - Saturday

Marblehead, Beverly Farms, Hamilton, Salem, Peabody Music Together
Music Together® is a research-based music & movement program for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and the grown-ups who love them. Music Together® classes make it easy for parents/primary caregivers to play a crucial role in activating their child's music development. Classes are 45 minutes...
9:15 am to 11:15 am

Winterfest Weekend in Amesbury

Winterfest is a 5 day family celebration in the heart of downtown Amesbury Massachusetts!
For Five Days in February, Amesbury's beautiful and historic Downtown, Market Square and Upper Millyard will be the center of a winter celebration! Enjoy crafting, cocoa, kid's cookie decorating, a winter obstacle course, a Valentine Makers Market, a dance party, live music, a winter market and a...
10:00 am to 9:00 pm