November Events in the Boston Area

There are many November events for families to enjoy in the Boston area this year. Check out our list of November events and activities happening in the Boston area.

Dia de Muertos (Day of the Dead) Celebration
Sat, October 31, 2026 – Mon, November 2, 2026
Dia de Muertos is celebrated in traditional Mexican homes where departed family members are remembered by altars lovingly decorated with photographs, papel picado paper decorations, offerings of fruit, favorite food and more.

Random Acts of Kindness Spree in Springfield
Sun, November 1, 2026
Join Kat Nelson and Alley Kat Adventures for a unique interactive Kindness Spree through Springfield, completing creative acts of kindness while discovering hidden local gems!

20th Annual Harvest Home Festival & 5K
Sun, November 1, 2026
Celebrate the season and support hunger relief. Enjoy a scenic 5K farm run, live music, food and beer, local vendors, kids’ activities, hayrides, pumpkin trebuchets, apple cannons, in-person raffle and online auction, and more!

Fall Garden Buds (Ages 3-5) at New England Botanic Garden
Wed, November 4, 2026 – Wed, November 25, 2026
Geared for preschoolers, this program practices classroom readiness skills such as taking turns, raising hands, sharing, and expressing ideas. Each week explores a different seasonally appropriate theme.

City of Boston Veterans Day Parade
Sat, November 7, 2026
We’re honoring the service and sacrifices of all who have served and those who continue to serve. The parade starts at 12 – 3 p.m. on Saturday, November 7, 2026.

Girlstart’s Girls in STEM Conference
Sat, November 7, 2026
Girls currently in 4th-8th grades will discover the fun side of STEM careers at this unique annual conference just for them! The day is packed with three hands-on workshops led by women in STEM fields.

Bright Nights at Forest Park Holiday Lights
Wed, November 25, 2026 – Sun, January 3, 2027
Bright Nights in Springfield, Massachusetts brings you New England’s largest holiday lighting display. Enjoy the wonders of Seuss Land, Jurassic World, Toy Land, North Pole Village, and many more.

Allison Green
Boston Tutoring Services