Things to Do with Kids in Amherst, MA

  • TripBuzz found 116 things to do with kids in or near Amherst, Massachusetts, including 98 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Springfield, Holyoke, Northampton and Shelburne Falls.
  • From Mullins Center to UMass Practice Rink, the Amherst area offers 90 different types of family activities, including: Specialty Museums, Movie Theaters, Colleges & Universities and History Museums.
  • Home to three of the colleges in the Five College Consortium, Amherst has housed many notable residents, including Emily Dickinson and Robert Frost. The University of Massachusetts Amherst holds the annual Apple Harvest Festival, which is set up like an old fashioned New England community fair. The city is just over an hour from Worcester, MA.
  • TripBuzz found 116 things to do with kids in or near Amherst, Massachusetts, including 98 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Springfield, Holyoke, Northampton and Shelburne Falls.
  • From Mullins Center to UMass Practice Rink, the Amherst area offers 90 different types of family activities, including: Specialty Museums, Movie Theaters, Colleges & Universities and History Museums.
  • Home to three of the colleges in the Five College Consortium, Amherst has housed many notable residents, including Emily Dickinson and Robert Frost. The University of Massachusetts Amherst holds the annual Apple Harvest Festival, which is set up like an old fashioned New England community fair. The city is just over an hour from Worcester, MA.
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37.8 Miles
100% 5 votes
Farms & Ranches 90 Foster Street, South Windsor, CT 06074 MoreLess Info
The Foster Family Farm offers fieldtrips and private birthday events throughout most of the year. It is only open to the general public during the fall when it features two full-sized corn mazes, a family play yard, pumpkin patch, and a farm animal petting zoo.
37.9 Miles
83% 6 votes
Libraries 1 Wendell Ave, Pittsfield, MA MoreLess Info
Located within the Pittsfield Public Library, the Herman Melville Memorial Room is a location dedicated to the memorial of the famous author. The room is filled with historical memorabilia, including first edition writings, manuscripts, and family letters.
37.9 Miles
100% 10 votes
Libraries 74 Church Street, North Adams, MA MoreLess Info
Rumored to be haunted, the picturesque and historic Blackinton Mansion (North Adams Public Library) is a fully functioning public library located in the restored Blackinton Mansion. The library hosts a variety of special events for the public.
38.0 Miles
83% 184 votes
Specialty Museums 39 South St (Rte 7), Pittsfield, MA 01201 MoreLess Info
Dedicated to the rich and fascinating cultural history of the Berkshire Mountain region, the Berkshire Museum offers a diverse collection of media, art and other exhibits that make this beautiful area come alive.
38.0 Miles
97% 75 votes
Theaters 111 South Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201 MoreLess Info
Pittsfield's Colonial Theater is a performance venue and theater company that presents plays, musicals, concerts, recitals and a large variety of nationally-known guest talent. Reservations are required for most productions.
38.0 Miles
68% 19 votes
Specialty Museums North Adams, MA MoreLess Info
Historical Western Gateway Heritage State Park is a former railroad yard turned urban park. Artifacts, audio-visual presentation and restored buildings combine to offer visitors an engineering exhibit of the 19th century Hoosac Tunnel.
38.0 Miles
67% 18 votes
Movie Theaters 57 North Streeet, Pittsfield, MA 01201 MoreLess Info
The Beacon Cinema features stadium seating so that all visitors will enjoy great views of the latest Hollywood flicks. Though small, it offers a cozy atmosphere, comfortable seating, a wine and beer bar, and more.
38.0 Miles
100% 4 votes
Baseball Fields 105 Wahconah Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201 MoreLess Info
Wahconah Park features the best minor league baseball games and snacks at affordable prices. Guests enjoy clean facilities and great views of the field and players, making this an ideal day out with the family.
38.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
History Museums Western Gateway Heritage State Park, Bldg 5A, North Adams, MA 1247 MoreLess Info
The North Adams Museum of History and Science features an array of exhibits and attractions for children and adults. Exhibits include a model of the solar system, a recreated military barracks, and many other historic and scientific attractions.
38.1 Miles
96% 193 votes
Theaters 30 Union Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201 MoreLess Info
Barrington Stage Company, better known for its Tony Award-winning musical 'The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee', is a regional theatre company that features a range of quality productions including musicals, cabaret, classics and a variety of contemporary work.
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