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Wild Weekends: Memorial Day Edition

May 21, 2009

A long weekend - woohoo!  But while some might celebrate an extra day home with the kiddos, others might be wondering what to do to keep them entertained.  Never fear, here are some Savvy ideas for spending your Memorial Day weekend.

Street Performer Festival at Faneuil Hall.  Did you know that Faneuil Hall is one of the most visited food halls in the world?  While there's a treat for everyone inside, the real piece de resistance at Quincy Market is the free outdoor entertainment.  On any given day (especially weekends) there are a barrage of acts, from music to comedy and juggling, to magic and balloon twisting.  This weekend visit for the Street Performer Festival and enjoy free entertainment for 3 days straight - from magic, to juggling to acrobats, to clowns and mimes and musicians, you and your kids will have a great time.  Saturday, May 23^rd to Monday, May 25^th, 11am - 10pm.  For directions, click here. 

Newburyport Spring Fest.  Ring in spring at Newburyport's annual festival!  A two-day event, the festival features music, art, fine crafts, food from Newburyport's best restaurants and a Kid's Korner with entertainment for children and families.  Sunday, May 24^th & Monday, May 25^th, 10am - 5pm.  For a calendar of events, click here.

Celebrate Arthur's 8^th Birthday!  The Boston Children's Museum presents a celebration in honor of the famous aardvark's birthday.  Sing Happy Birthday, wear Arthur ear crowns, and join the party.  Saturday, May 23^rd to Monday, May 25^th, 2:30 & 3:30pm.