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Petting zoos for kids in the Boston area this week

We reviewed 9,000+ Boston-area events and found 4 petting zoos & animal encounters in the Boston area between October 27 and November 2. Last updated October 27, 2026.

All petting zoos & animal encounters in the Boston area — October 27 – November 2

Wednesday, October 28Wed 10/28Oct 28
WEDNESDAY
28
OCTOBER

4 PM – 5 PM·Codman Square, Dorchester · Boston

Explore real Massachusetts animal bones and pet giant bugs at Codman Square, Dorchester; limited to 25 participants, reserve by phone or email, for ages 6–12.

FRIDAY
30
OCTOBER

10 AM – 11 AM·Powisset Farm, 37 Powisset Street, Dover, MA 02030

Barnyard Story Hour at Powisset Farm — morning animal interaction combined with a fun reading session.

SUNDAY
1
NOVEMBER

12 PM·Lincoln

Hayride, carnival games, Trunk or Treat, live music, food, beer, and pony rides fill Pierce Park’s Fall Fest; tickets $16, all ages.

MONDAY
2
NOVEMBER

6 PM·Boston

Puppy yoga at a downtown studio provides light yoga and an hour of playing with puppies for relaxation and cuteness.