The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids
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First Friday at Cherry Street Pier
Brought to the Delaware River Waterfront by DRWC, join us at Cherry Street Pier for First Friday presented by Fulton Bank for exhibition openings, artist studio tours, markets, bites and sips from local food vendors, and stunning views of the Delaware River. Don’t miss:
- 4 – 9 pm: Artist and Artisan Market
- 5 – 7 pm: Fiber Mindfulness: Felt, Weave, and Knit
- Join Cherry Street Pier artist Bonnie MacAllister (Studio 16) for this free workshop where participants are invited to create an original felted, woven or knitted object to adorn a bag or coat.
- 5 – 7 pm:
- Opening Reception for the Cherry Street Pier Annual Group Show
- Join the new Cherry Street Pier cohort for 2025 for a group exhibition highlighting their unique styles and mediums.
- 5 – 8 pm:
- Open Studios
- 7 pm – 9 pm:
- Art History Create and Sip Class *Ticketed event, registration required
- Join resident artist Amy Kelly (Studio 8) to learn about the art style, Art Nouveau and create a woodburned and painted wall hanging. Contact Amy at 47earrings@gmail.com or visit her website to register for the classes.
- 7pm-10pm:
- Kickoff: Sistah Soul Series
- Enjoy the kickoff to this monthly free, live music event featuring local independent vocal artists from diverse musical genres. It is hosted by Shekhinah B. of The Women’s Coalition for Empowerment, Inc.
All exhibitions and events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted.
