Framingham offers a wide range of extracurricular activities for elementary‑aged students. Below is a curated list of programs sorted by season and year‑round availability, with direct links for families to learn more or register.
Framingham Youth Soccer (Fall Recreation)
Recreational fall soccer for grades K–8.
More info: https://www.framinghamsoccer.org/
FY Hoops – Framingham Youth Basketball (Fall/Winter)
Recreational basketball league for grades 1–8.
More info: https://www.fyhoops.org/
Framingham Baseball League
Recreational baseball for ages 6–19 with fall and spring seasons.
More info: https://www.framinghambaseball.org/
Framingham Fast Pitch Softball
Softball for girls in grades K–9, offered in both fall and spring.
More info: https://www.framinghamsoftball.org/
Framingham Youth Football & Cheer
Football and cheerleading programs for ages 6–15.
More info: https://www.framinghamyouthfootball.org/
Framingham Youth Hockey (Jr. Flyers)
Introductory and competitive hockey programs for elementary students.
More info: https://www.framinghamyouthhockey.org/
Loring Arena Skating Lessons
Learn‑to‑skate programs for all levels.
More info: https://www.loringarena.com/
Top Secret Science – February Break
Hands‑on science workshops during February vacation week.
More info: https://framinghamma.myrec.com/info/activities/
Future Flyers Soccer Clinic – February Break
Indoor soccer clinics for ages 5–13.
More info: https://framinghamma.myrec.com/info/activities/
Youth Basketball Clinics (Parks & Rec)
Skill‑building basketball sessions for ages 5–8.
More info: https://framinghamma.myrec.com/info/activities/
Lacrosse Clinic
Introductory lacrosse skills for elementary students.
More info: https://framinghamma.myrec.com/info/activities/
Field Hockey Clinic
Beginner‑friendly field hockey instruction.
More info: https://framinghamma.myrec.com/info/activities/
Girls R.A.D. Self‑Defense
Empowerment‑focused self‑defense program for girls.
More info: https://framinghamma.myrec.com/info/activities/
STEM & Engineering Workshops
Programs include Circuit Makers, Lego Engineering, Hands‑On Electronics, and more.
Theater Clinic
Creative drama and performance workshops for kids.
More info: https://framinghamma.myrec.com/info/activities/
Summer Basketball Clinic
Outdoor summer basketball sessions for ages 5–8.
More info: https://framinghamma.myrec.com/info/activities/
FPS STEAM Summer Programs
District‑run summer learning opportunities in science, technology, art, and math.
More info: https://www.framingham.k12.ma.us/
Year‑Round Programs
Framingham Parks & Recreation Youth Programs
A rotating schedule of enrichment and sports programs, including:
Chess Wizards • Kids Test Kitchen • Ninja Warrior • Golf Sampler • Flag Football • Dance • Obstacle Fitness • Pokémon Battle • Track • Volleyball • Home Alone Safety • BLAST Babysitter Training • Public Speaking • AI Academy • Taekwon‑Do • Tennis • Swim Clinics • Ultimate Sports • Floor Hockey
More info: https://framinghamma.myrec.com/info/activities/
Boys & Girls Club of MetroWest – Framingham Clubhouse
After‑school programs for grades 1–5 featuring arts, sports, technology, and social recreation.
More info: https://www.bgcmetrowest.org/framingham-clubhouse
Local Arts & Creativity Studios
Hands‑on creative experiences at:
- Brick Stack Arts Center: https://www.brickstack.org/
- Chocolate Therapy: https://www.chocolatetherapy.com/
- Plaster Fun Time: https://www.plasterfuntime.com/