Can you feel it? That warm breeze, the blooming flowers, and yes, the buzz of excitement in the air – spring is finally here! And with it comes that special time we've all been counting down to... spring break! It's the perfect pause in our busy lives for some unforgettable family fun.
Lucky for us, Central MA is just bursting at the seams with activities, camps, and attractions tailor-made for families on break.
Whether you're on the hunt for engaging spring break camps to spark your little ones' imaginations, on the lookout for fun (and free!) things to do, or eager to explore the best family-friendly spots around Auburn & Beyond, you've hit the jackpot. Welcome to your ultimate guide to making this spring break in Auburn & Beyond the best one yet for your family!
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Parks and Playgrounds in Central MA |
Central MA boasts an array of beautiful parks and playgrounds where families can enjoy picnics, leisurely walks, and playtime. Here are a few of our favorites!
Day Camps in Central MA |
Looking for spring break camps that not only keep your children engaged but also foster learning and creativity?
Community Events in Central MA |
Looking for family fun events happening during spring break? Here are a few standout events to make the week special:
- Oxford Lion's Club Easter Bunny on Oxford Common (Oxford) - 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- S.C.E. Real Estate's First Egg Hunt on the Common (Douglas) - 10:00 - 11:00 AM
- Saturday Storytime: Kindness and Respecting Differences (Oxford) - 10:00 AM
- Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Waters Farm: 2 Sessions (Sutton) - 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Easter Bunny Comes to Deja New (Leicester) - 10:00 AM
- Special Storytime (Leicester) - 10:30 - 11:30 AM
- Town of Webster Easter Egg Hunt (Webster) - 10:00 AM
- Easter Egg Hunt (Charlton) - 11:00 AM
- Space Movie Marathon: Space Buddies (Charlton) - 10:00 - 11:30 AM
- Candylab Cars: Session 1 (Webster) - 10:00 - 10:45 AM
- Candylab Cars: Session 2 (Webster) - 11:00 - 11:45 AM
- Me and My Mini with Sunflower Movement Therapy (Charlton) - 11:00 - 11:45 AM
- Make a Pizza Necklace (Oxford) - 11:30 AM
- Space Movie Marathon: Space Jam (Charlton) - 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
- Celebrating the 250th Anniversary of Paul Revere's Ride (Dudley) - 1:00 - 1:45 PM
- Pop Up Art School: Felted Pikachu Hoop (Webster) - 2:30 - 4:00 PM
- Meet Sally Ride – America’s First Woman Astronaut (Millbury) - 3:00 - 4:00 PM
- Science Heroes: Adventure of the Lost Treasure (Auburn) - 4:00 - 4:45 PM
- Youth Springtime Painting (Sutton) - 4:00 - 5:00 PM
- Space Movie Marathon: Muppets From Space (Charlton) - 4:00 - 5:30 PM
- Earth Day Planting Celebration (Webster) - 5:30 - 7:30 PM
- Space Movie Marathon: Spaceballs (Charlton) - 6:00 - 7:45 PM
- Frui-TEA Party (Leicester) - 10:00 - 11:00 AM
- School Vacation Cows, Cookies, & Cocoa Tour (Sutton) - 10:00 - 11:30 AM
- Space Movie Marathon: Lightyear (Auburn) - 10:00 - 11:45 AM
- Storytime with Oxford Police Officers (Oxford) - 10:00 AM
- Drum Circle with Mike Leo (Webster) - 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
- Space Movie Marathon: Forbidden Planet (Auburn) - 12:00 - 1:45 PM
- Make a Personalized Door Sign (Oxford) - 1:00 PM
- Bob Bloom "Drumming about You" Interactive Drumming (Southbridge) - 1:00 PM
- Author Visit with Mark Parisi (Dudley) - 1:30 - 2:30 PM
- Space Movie Marathon: October Sky (Auburn) - 2:00 - 3:45 PM
- Space Movie Marathon: Interstellar (Auburn) - 4:00 - 7:00 PM
- Storytime with Strega Mama: Bluey! (Charlton) - 10:30 - 11:30 AM
- April Break Baby Open Play (Oxford) - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Food Explorers: Strawberry Shortcake Trifles (Webster) - 11:30 - 12:30 PM
- Mad Science of Western New England Slime Time Workshop (Southbridge) - 1:00 PM
- Petting Zoo (Dudley) - 1:00 - 3:00 PM
- Kids Hand Sewing (Leicester) - 1:00 - 4:00 PM
- YFCP Presents: Moven' on Up with Tom Knight (Millbury) - 2:00 - 3:00 PM
- Stuffed Animal Sleepover: Pizza and Painting (Webster) - 5:00 - 6:00 PM
- The Poop Museum - Part 2: EVEN MORE POOP! (Charlton) - 10:00 - 10:45 AM
- Messy Art Storytime: Tie Dye Teddy Bear (Webster) - 10:00 - 11:00 AM
- DIY Stomp Rocket Kit (Auburn) - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Paint with Julie Harrold: Rainy Day Acrylic Painting (Webster) - 2:00 - 3:30 PM
- Free Movie Friday for Kids: Moana 2 (Sutton) - 2:00 - 4:30 PM
- Discovery Lab (Millbury) - 3:00 - 4:00 PM
- Spring Craft Fair (Southbridge) - 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Local 4 Life- Sustaining Soil & Compost! (Dudley) - 10:00 - 11:00 AM
- New England Animals in Spring (Dudley) - 10:00 - 11:00 AM
- Bluey Live Games (Leicester) - 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
- Melodious Zach All-Ages Sing-Along Concert (Auburn) - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Spring Festival (Webster) - 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Northbridge Family Earth Day Celebration (Whitinsville) - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Want more? Make sure to check out our full Macaroni KID Auburn calendar!
Indoor Activities in Central MA for Yucky Days |
Spring weather can be unpredictable, but that doesn't mean the fun has to stop. Central MA has several indoor attractions that are ideal for keeping the little ones entertained on rainy days:
Kid-Friendly Day Trips in Central MA |
Looking for a quick getaway? Here are a few spots that make for a good day trip this time of year:
- Blue Man Group Boston
- Boston Children's Museum
- Dinosaur Park and Arboretum
- EcoTarium
- Franklin Park Zoo
- Magic Wings
- Mystic Aquarium
- New England Aquarium
- Old Sturbridge Village
- Patriot Place (Check out their special School Break Activities!)
- Southwicks Zoo
- Springfield Museums - Including The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum
- Yankee Candle Village
Making the Most of Spring Break in Central MA |
Whether it's outdoor adventures, cool camps, or local fun you're after, Central MA is ready to make this spring break unforgettable for you and your kids. Here's to making memories! Happy Spring Break!
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