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Top 12 Things to Do in the Berkshires This Weekend

Our Weekly Lowdown of Berkshire County Family Activities & Events —January 17-19

By Taylor Staubach, Publisher, Berkshires Macaroni Kid January 14, 2025

Looking for things to do this weekend in the Berkshires with your kids? Well, there are a ton of events and activities! Get out there, stay safe, and enjoy those Berkshire County events and attractions this weekend!

✨NOTE: This page is updated every Wednesday afternoon. Top 12 picks are merely suggestions and age recommendations are provided by the venue, we have not seen all events in the Top 12 and encourage parents to use their own judgment when choosing events to attend.

FEATURED EVENT

Norman Rockwell Museum

Saturday, January 18th

Join us as we celebrate and honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with free programs focusing on the themes of civil rights, social justice and activism.

Family Gallery Talks Civil Rights Heroes
Join us for a 30-minute interactive Guided Family Tour focusing on art that honors civil rights trailblazers. Learn together through lively discussions and gallery activities recommended for families with children ages 5-10 years old. Tours are limited to 25 participants, advanced registration required, free with general admission. Gallery Talks at 9:30, 10:15, 2:30

Story time for Families Shining a Light on Black Women’s Achievements Listen to stories and learn about some of the trailblazing Black women featured in illustrator Anita Kunz’s exhibition including Sojourner Truth, Althea Gibson, Coretta Scott King, Ruby Bridges, and Amanda Gorman. Drop in, no registration is required Story time at 11:00, 12:00 and 1:00

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  1. Drop in Crafting: Cubism for Kids (Pittsfield)
  2. Legos at the Library (Great Barrington)
  3. I/O Festival 2025 (Williamstown)
  4. Winter Wildlife Tracking (Lanesborough)
  5. Magic Show with Fran Ferry (Lee)
  6. Creative Calm: Stress Management through Art-Making for Teens and Tweens (Pittsfield)
  7. Winter Wonderland Activity Day! (Lanesborough)
  8. Public Skate (Pittsfield)
  9. Sunday Shorts: Art House Adventures (Williamstown)
  10. nbCC Annual MLK Day of Service (North Adams)
  11. Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service 2025 (Pittsfield)
  12. Discover Eureka! Family Day & Toy Store (Pittsfield)


Check out our Events Calendar for More Berkshire Family Fun

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