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3 fun and family-friendly activities in Boston this week

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Published on December 14, 2018
3 fun and family-friendly activities in Boston this weekPrimark. | Photo: Kitty K./Yelp

If the playground, park and movie routine is getting a little tired, why not do something different with the kids this weekend? From a meet-and-greet with characters from The Nutcracker to a Groupon deal to try and solve an escape room (suitable for older children), these events will win approval from everyone in the family.

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Nutcracker Musical Stroll with Primark

Primark, an Ireland-based fast-fashion store that sells women's, men's and children's clothing, is hosting three festive events on Saturday.

There will be a holiday window unveiling, a parade from the Boston Opera House to Primark (with characters from The Nutcracker) and then an opportunity to take meet and take a photo with the characters.

When: Saturday, Dec. 15, 1 p.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 10 Summer St., Boston
Price: Free
Click here for more details, and to get your tickets

Up to 26% Off at Key Quest inside Laser Quest (West Roxbury)

In this deal, from Groupon, admission for up to six people to try and solve an escape room at Key Quest - on weekdays only - is 26 percent off the original price. Participants can choose from three different escape rooms, where they must work together to figure out puzzles and clues to win the game. 

Where: 1580 VFW Parkway, Upper Washington
Price: $66.50 (26 percent discount off regular price)
Click here for more details, and to score this deal

Up to 88% Off Music Hour at Musicians' Playground

In this deal, also from Groupon, the Musician's Playground is offering a Music Hour with complimentary wine for one, two or four people, for up to 88 percent off the original price.

According to the company, the deal includes: "Two hours of learning to play a song selected by the group earlier, enjoying complimentary wine, and receiving a recording of everyone playing at the end of the night."

Where: 33 West St., Downtown Boston
Price: $75 for one (40 percent discount); $68 for two (73 percent discount); $62.50 for four (88 percent discount)
Click here for more details, and to get this deal