The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids
Discover the best family-friendly things to do in Philadelphia with kids, including events, festivals, attractions, and free activities through our curated calendar. Find what’s happening in Philly today and plan your next family adventure!
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Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square
Enjoy one of Philadelphia’s premier winter light shows for FREE! The Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO is Winter in Franklin Square’s main attraction. Hundreds of thousands of LED lights make the Square the perfect backdrop for your winter Instagram pictures. This year celebrates Ben Franklin’s electric discovery with a giant kite and key!
Enjoy light shows running nightly from 5pm – closing, every 30 minutes form November 21st until January 5th. Between January 9th – February 23rd the schedule shifts to Thursdays-Sundays between 5-7pm.
While strolling under the warm glow of the lights, explore Winter in Franklin Square, including Chilly Philly Mini Golf.
