101 Fun Things To Do With Kids in Philly

Discover family-friendly events with the Philadelphia Family Community Calendar. Our team adds fresh content every week to help you make the most of raising kids in Philly, from the baby and little ones-stage through the teen years and beyond! Please be sure to check with the host location about their health and safety protocols, as well as their registration requirements, prior to heading out!

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Friends’ Central Middle & Upper School Open House

Friends' Central Middle & Upper School 1101 City Avenue, Wynnewood, PA, United States

At Friends’ Central, students learn how to pursue excellence with a collaborative and open mind. Discover FCS at their Middle & Upper School Open House for grades 6–12 on Tuesday, April 16, at 9 am. Register here. The Middle & Upper School is located at 1101 […]

U-Pick Tulips: Spring Spectacular at Holland Ridge Farms

Holland Ridge Farms 108 Rues Rd., Cream Ridge, PA, United States

Experience the tulip fields of Holland, right in New Jersey. Every April, Holland Ridge Farm bursts into bloom with over 8 million tulips – yes you heard right, 8 MILLION! Immerse yourself in a floral paradise, indulge in delicious food options, and create unforgettable memories […]

Songs & Stories with Krystal

Rutabaga Toy Library 3426 Conrad St c2, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Weekly gatherings - a wonderful way to explore Rutabaga & meet new friends! Hangouts are open to the public: free for members & just $10 drop-in for non-members. We’ll sing together a read a book during this casual circle time. Free-play afterward. Invite a friend!

Event Series The Art of the Brick

The Art of the Brick

Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Named one of CNN's Top Ten "Global Must-See Exhibitions," The Art of the Brick exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a critically acclaimed collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world: the LEGO® brick. From child's toy to sophisticated art form and beyond, the […]

Bubble Bash – Pop Into Spring at Adventure Aquarium

Adventure Aquarium 1 Riverside Drive, Camden, NJ, United States

This spring break, Adventure Aquarium is bubbling with excitement! From March 22 through April 28, the aquarium is brewing up a bubbly bonanza with endless floating bubbles, eye-popping demonstrations and interactive activities. Embark on a bubble scavenger hunt, get showered with billions of bubbles at […]

Event Series Namaste India

Namaste India

Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Experience the vibrant art, food, and culture of India — a country rich in traditions with a focus on the future. Created by The Magic House, St. Louis Children’s Museum in partnership with the St. Louis Indian community, Namaste India encourages global awareness and cultural appreciation. In […]

U-Pick Tulips: Spring Spectacular at Holland Ridge Farms

Holland Ridge Farms 108 Rues Rd., Cream Ridge, PA, United States

Experience the tulip fields of Holland, right in New Jersey. Every April, Holland Ridge Farm bursts into bloom with over 8 million tulips – yes you heard right, 8 MILLION! Immerse yourself in a floral paradise, indulge in delicious food options, and create unforgettable memories […]

Event Series The Art of the Brick

The Art of the Brick

Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Named one of CNN's Top Ten "Global Must-See Exhibitions," The Art of the Brick exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a critically acclaimed collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world: the LEGO® brick. From child's toy to sophisticated art form and beyond, the […]

Museum Adventures Preschool Program

The Rosenbach 2080-2010 Delancey Place, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Calling all preschoolers! Come play with The Rosenbach on the third Wednesday morning of every month. Everyone will read a story together and then embark on a treasure hunt through the Rosenbach brothers’ glitzy Rittenhouse Square home to discover things that relate to the story. […]

New Parent Meet Up – Organized by Nesting House

Philly Art Center (Mt. Airy) 530 Carpenter Ln, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Recommended for new parents and their babies, this informal group is designed for families with infants to meet and share with one another thorough the beautiful and often challenging transition into parenthood. This is a free event, with no pre-registration required. Check social media for […]

Bubble Bash – Pop Into Spring at Adventure Aquarium

Adventure Aquarium 1 Riverside Drive, Camden, NJ, United States

This spring break, Adventure Aquarium is bubbling with excitement! From March 22 through April 28, the aquarium is brewing up a bubbly bonanza with endless floating bubbles, eye-popping demonstrations and interactive activities. Embark on a bubble scavenger hunt, get showered with billions of bubbles at […]

Under The Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest

The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Travel to the most diverse ecosystem on the planet! Under the Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest is an immersive exhibition introducing you to the fascinating world of rainforests and the animals that inhabit them. Learn about unique plants and rainforest ecology as you encounter a […]

Spring Blooms at Longwood Gardens

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA, United States

Spring has sprung at Longwood Gardens, Philly’s largest botanical garden. The familiar colors and fragrances of the season are ready to be experienced during the annual Spring Blooms event, offering opportunities to take in the world-renowned thousand-acre attraction’s early spring bulbs, vibrant blooms of aromatic […]

New Baby Meetup

Rutabaga Toy Library 3426 Conrad St c2, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Weekly gatherings - a wonderful way to explore Rutabaga & meet new friends! Hangouts are open to the public: free for members & just $10 drop-in for non-members. In your new role as caregiver, sometimes you simply need to feel heard — to be seen […]

Event Series Namaste India

Namaste India

Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Experience the vibrant art, food, and culture of India — a country rich in traditions with a focus on the future. Created by The Magic House, St. Louis Children’s Museum in partnership with the St. Louis Indian community, Namaste India encourages global awareness and cultural appreciation. In […]

U-Pick Tulips: Spring Spectacular at Holland Ridge Farms

Holland Ridge Farms 108 Rues Rd., Cream Ridge, PA, United States

Experience the tulip fields of Holland, right in New Jersey. Every April, Holland Ridge Farm bursts into bloom with over 8 million tulips – yes you heard right, 8 MILLION! Immerse yourself in a floral paradise, indulge in delicious food options, and create unforgettable memories […]

Event Series The Art of the Brick

The Art of the Brick

Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Named one of CNN's Top Ten "Global Must-See Exhibitions," The Art of the Brick exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a critically acclaimed collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world: the LEGO® brick. From child's toy to sophisticated art form and beyond, the […]

Baby and Me Yoga

Everland 529 S 4th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This 60-minute class is focused on vinyasa flow and restorative/yin yoga. Use this time on your mat to connect with your body, breath and baby. Suitable for babies 6 weeks to crawlers. Taught by Dahvia Dalton, a certified Vinyasa Yoga teacher specializing in Prenatal and […]

Bubble Bash – Pop Into Spring at Adventure Aquarium

Adventure Aquarium 1 Riverside Drive, Camden, NJ, United States

This spring break, Adventure Aquarium is bubbling with excitement! From March 22 through April 28, the aquarium is brewing up a bubbly bonanza with endless floating bubbles, eye-popping demonstrations and interactive activities. Embark on a bubble scavenger hunt, get showered with billions of bubbles at […]

Under The Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest

The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Travel to the most diverse ecosystem on the planet! Under the Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest is an immersive exhibition introducing you to the fascinating world of rainforests and the animals that inhabit them. Learn about unique plants and rainforest ecology as you encounter a […]

Spring Blooms at Longwood Gardens

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA, United States

Spring has sprung at Longwood Gardens, Philly’s largest botanical garden. The familiar colors and fragrances of the season are ready to be experienced during the annual Spring Blooms event, offering opportunities to take in the world-renowned thousand-acre attraction’s early spring bulbs, vibrant blooms of aromatic […]

Family Game Night

Rutabaga Toy Library 3426 Conrad St c2, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Weekly gatherings - a wonderful way to explore Rutabaga & meet new friends! Hangouts are open to the public: free for members & just $10 drop-in for non-members. From RING TOSS to BINGO to TWISTER, there’s something for all ages at Rutabaga’s weekly game night!

Event Series Namaste India

Namaste India

Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Experience the vibrant art, food, and culture of India — a country rich in traditions with a focus on the future. Created by The Magic House, St. Louis Children’s Museum in partnership with the St. Louis Indian community, Namaste India encourages global awareness and cultural appreciation. In […]

U-Pick Tulips: Spring Spectacular at Holland Ridge Farms

Holland Ridge Farms 108 Rues Rd., Cream Ridge, PA, United States

Experience the tulip fields of Holland, right in New Jersey. Every April, Holland Ridge Farm bursts into bloom with over 8 million tulips – yes you heard right, 8 MILLION! Immerse yourself in a floral paradise, indulge in delicious food options, and create unforgettable memories […]

Event Series The Art of the Brick

The Art of the Brick

Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Named one of CNN's Top Ten "Global Must-See Exhibitions," The Art of the Brick exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a critically acclaimed collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world: the LEGO® brick. From child's toy to sophisticated art form and beyond, the […]

Bubble Bash – Pop Into Spring at Adventure Aquarium

Adventure Aquarium 1 Riverside Drive, Camden, NJ, United States

This spring break, Adventure Aquarium is bubbling with excitement! From March 22 through April 28, the aquarium is brewing up a bubbly bonanza with endless floating bubbles, eye-popping demonstrations and interactive activities. Embark on a bubble scavenger hunt, get showered with billions of bubbles at […]

Under The Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest

The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Travel to the most diverse ecosystem on the planet! Under the Canopy: Animals of the Rainforest is an immersive exhibition introducing you to the fascinating world of rainforests and the animals that inhabit them. Learn about unique plants and rainforest ecology as you encounter a […]

Spring Blooms at Longwood Gardens

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA, United States

Spring has sprung at Longwood Gardens, Philly’s largest botanical garden. The familiar colors and fragrances of the season are ready to be experienced during the annual Spring Blooms event, offering opportunities to take in the world-renowned thousand-acre attraction’s early spring bulbs, vibrant blooms of aromatic […]

Jurassic Quest at Greater Philadelphia Expo Center

Greater Philadelphia Expo Center 100 Station Avenue, Oaks, PA, United States

Back again at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, Jurassic Quest features over 100 lifelike animatronic dinosaurs — like a 60 foot-long Spinosaurus, an 80 foot-long Apatosaurus and a gigantic life-sized T.rex — in realistic, kid-friendly displays dedicated to the Cretaceous, Triassic and of course Jurassic […]

Event Series Namaste India

Namaste India

Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Experience the vibrant art, food, and culture of India — a country rich in traditions with a focus on the future. Created by The Magic House, St. Louis Children’s Museum in partnership with the St. Louis Indian community, Namaste India encourages global awareness and cultural appreciation. In […]

U-Pick Tulips: Spring Spectacular at Holland Ridge Farms

Holland Ridge Farms 108 Rues Rd., Cream Ridge, PA, United States

Experience the tulip fields of Holland, right in New Jersey. Every April, Holland Ridge Farm bursts into bloom with over 8 million tulips – yes you heard right, 8 MILLION! Immerse yourself in a floral paradise, indulge in delicious food options, and create unforgettable memories […]

Jurassic Quest at Greater Philadelphia Expo Center

Greater Philadelphia Expo Center 100 Station Avenue, Oaks, PA, United States

Back again at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, Jurassic Quest features over 100 lifelike animatronic dinosaurs — like a 60 foot-long Spinosaurus, an 80 foot-long Apatosaurus and a gigantic life-sized T.rex — in realistic, kid-friendly displays dedicated to the Cretaceous, Triassic and of course Jurassic […]

Songs & Stories with Krystal

Rutabaga Toy Library 3426 Conrad St c2, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Weekly gatherings - a wonderful way to explore Rutabaga & meet new friends! Hangouts are open to the public: free for members & just $10 drop-in for non-members. Gather around to sing songs, read stories, and enjoy free play afterward.

Event Series The Art of the Brick

The Art of the Brick

Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Named one of CNN's Top Ten "Global Must-See Exhibitions," The Art of the Brick exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a critically acclaimed collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world: the LEGO® brick. From child's toy to sophisticated art form and beyond, the […]

Event Series AdventureWoods at Awbury

Adventure Woods at Awbury Arboretum

AdventureWoods at Awbury Arboretum 6060 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

From April through October 2024, AdventureWoods will be free and open to the public during the following times, weather permitting: ❦ Saturdays from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM ❦ Sundays from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM What is a natural materials playground? It is a […]