The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids

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Philadelphia Museum of Art Family Festival: Things That Go

October 5, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

​Come on, vamanos! Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month and discover art in motion.

10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. | Art Kids Studio | South Vaulted Walkway
Zoom, vroom, or sail your way through a project celebrating art on the move.

10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. | Sensory-Friendly Quiet Zone | Eli Kirk Price Room
Need to take a break? Drop in and cool down.

10:30–11:15 a.m. | Music for Families – en Español | Williams Forum
Caterine Pimiento, “Ms. Cat” from Mister John’s Music, leads a Spanish/English bilingual music experience for young museumgoers.

11:00 a.m.–2 p.m. | Philly Prints Passport | Great Stair Hall Balcony
Ready, set, collect! Illustrator Fabiola Lara’s “prints passport” encourages you to create a mini print of your own neighborhood, family country, or dream destination.

11:00 a.m.–2 p.m. | Gallery Activity | Gallery 287
Kinetic kids move and groove with inspiration from Antonio Ruiz’s Bicycle Race.

2:00 – 2:45 p.m. | Celebrating Music from Latin America | Williams Forum
Discover boleros, cumbias and more! Vocalist and guitarist Caterine Pimiento brings musical traditions from throughout Latin America. For all ages.