The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids
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Bug Fest at The Academy of Natural Sciences
Join the Academy for a wild weekend celebrating more than a few of our favorite (invertebrate) things. From the thrilling return of the famous Roach Races to scientist-led Bug Walks on the Parkway, there’s something for everyone — kids and adults alike!
Discover the unexpected insect biodiversity of your local park, explore rare and newly discovered specimens from the Academy’s world-class Entomology collection and spark your curiosity at our “Ask the Experts” station, where scientists of all stripes share their bug knowledge.
