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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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Sounds of Sistahood: An Interactive Black Music Month Concert Experience

Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine St, Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Women's Coalition for Empowerment, Inc. presents, Sounds of Sistahood. Hosted by Free Library of Philadelphia (Parkway Central Branch). An ensemble concert of musically gifted Philly creatives paying homage to cultural giants in Black arts & culture in celebration of Black Music Appreciation month. Hosted by Shekhinah B. The […]

Big Ideas for Little Learners – “Maybe Something Beautiful”

Kroc Center 4200 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Big Ideas for Little Learners (BILL) is a literacy program for pre-schoolers and their families. Developed in partnership with the Early Childhood Education Center at the Salvation Army Kroc Center, this program introduces “big ideas” — such as respect, empathy, and courage — to our […]

Little Explorers: Flowers!

Bartram's Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Walk in the garden and “collect” as many colors as you can!  Make some colorful flower artwork to take home. ABOUT LITTLE EXPLORERS: Every first Wednesday of the month, March through November, 10-11:30am. Join Bartram's Garden for exploration, a garden walk, and stories! Please feel […]

First Wednesday at the Please Touch Museum

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

Sponsored by TD Charitable Foundation, Please Touch invites you to visit the Museum on the First Wednesday of each month, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM at a discounted rate of $2 per person!

Event Series Museum Minis

Museum Minis

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

Sign up and join the Please Touch Museum for their Toddler Subscription Series! June’s theme is “Let’s Go Camping!”

Ants on a Log Concert!

Queen Memorial Library 1201 S 23rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Kick off the Library's Summer of Wonder and Pride Month with a concert featuring Ants on a Log! They'll have Siddiq's Water Ice and pretzels for snackin! Bring the whole family and a chair or a blanket- as the concert will be outside in the […]

First-Time Fathers Kick-Back

Kids at Play 3502 Scotts Lane Suite 711, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

KK PAT is hosting a Father's Day event featuring giveaways, Q&As and more.

AfrVbz & DJ ACube

40th Street Trolley Portal Philadelphia, PA, United States

On June 8, Afrobeats dancer Rasaq of AfrVbz will lead the crowd in an all-levels dance class for any age and experience level. Prepare to dance, clap, laugh and meditate followed by a live DJ set from DJ ACube. Part dance workshop, part dance party, […]

Pride Celebration

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

Celebrate Pride as we express ourselves through face painting, art and maker activities, songwriting workshops, movement, and more!

Kids’ Learn to Ride Biking Classes (ages 4-16)

Bartram's Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

This FREE two-hour Learn to Ride class teaches young participants how to ride a bicycle.  This class is perfect for those who have never ridden a bike or who may need a refresher. Staff and volunteers will teach participants how to: ·        Balance ·        Pedaling […]

Event Series Saturday Free Boating

Saturday Free Boating

Bartram's Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Bartram's Garden for free kayaking and rowboating on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience necessary. Suitable for all ages and beginners. Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction provided–first come, first served. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Pride Day at the Philadelphia Zoo

Philadelphia Zoo 3400 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Philadelphia Zoo celebrates Pride Month with the return of Pride Day. This all-ages experience is a great opportunity to get outdoors with family, friends and/or significant others, enjoy the animals, and celebrate the awesome diversity of the LGBTQIA+ community. Connect with local LGBTQIA+ and allied […]

Block Party

The Rail Park Noble Street, N Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

What’s more Philly than a block party? Join us on June 10, 2023 for The Rail Park’s Annual Block Party for a day filled with live music, local vendors, food trucks serving up delicious treats and plenty of activities for all ages. Whether you want to […]

QUEERAPALOOZA Block Party and Music Festival

Philly AIDS Thrift @ Giovanni's Room 345 S 12th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Philly AIDS Thrift is overjoyed to commemorate Giovanni’s Room’s 50th Anniversary with QUEERAPALOOZA, a new music festival and celebration, on Saturday, June 10, 2023. The all-day event will kick off Noon to 5 pm on the 1000 block of Pine Street, just outside Giovanni’s Room, […]

Art for the Cash Poor

InLiquid 1400 N American St #314, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join InLiquid Saturday, June 10th from 12 - 6 pm for their annual affordable art fair, Art for the Cash Poor! Enjoy local art at the 23rd annual installment of this art fair that directly benefits visual artists, designers, and craftspeople. InLiquid invites the public […]

Flag Fest at the Betsy Ross House

Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate Flag Day and Philadelphia’s historic tradition of flag-making during the 16th Annual Flag Fest at the Betsy Ross House! This week-long event will highlight flag makers past and present and invites guests to try their hand as a flag maker! Start each day of Flag Fest starts at […]

Flag Fest at the Betsy Ross House

Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate Flag Day and Philadelphia’s historic tradition of flag-making during the 16th Annual Flag Fest at the Betsy Ross House! This week-long event will highlight flag makers past and present and invites guests to try their hand as flag makers! Start each day of Flag Fest starts at 10 […]

Flavors on the Avenue

East Passyunk Avenue Between Broad and Dickinson, Philadelphia, PA, United States

East Passyunk Avenue Business Improvement District (EPABID), home to more than 160 independently-owned shops and restaurants, announces the return of Flavors on the Avenue, an outdoor street festival showcasing South Philadelphia’s finest culinary offerings, as well as boasting live entertainment, 100+ craft vendors, stellar sidewalk sales, fun-filled family-oriented activities, and […]

Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens Main Navigation VISIT ABOUT EVENTS EXHIBITIONS SUPPORT SHOP PECO Family Jams: Mini Mosaic Fridge Magnet

Philadelphia's Magic Gardens 1020 South Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Philadelphia's Magic Gardens in making crafts inspired by “Laying the Foundation,” an exhibition which looks at the evolution of five sites fully mosaicked by PMG creator Isaiah Zagar.  Create your own mosaicked fridge magnet with a variety of unexpected objects and a small ceramic […]

Flag Fest at the Betsy Ross House

Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate Flag Day and Philadelphia’s historic tradition of flag-making during the 16th Annual Flag Fest at the Betsy Ross House! This week-long event will highlight flag makers past and present and invites guests to try their hand as a flag maker! Start each day of Flag Fest starts at […]

Flag Fest at the Betsy Ross House

Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate Flag Day and Philadelphia’s historic tradition of flag-making during the 16th Annual Flag Fest at the Betsy Ross House! This week-long event will highlight flag makers past and present and invites guests to try their hand as flag makers! Start each day of Flag Fest starts at 10 […]

Flag Fest at the Betsy Ross House

Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate Flag Day and Philadelphia’s historic tradition of flag-making during the 16th Annual Flag Fest at the Betsy Ross House! This week-long event will highlight flag makers past and present and invites guests to try their hand as a flag maker! Start each day of Flag Fest starts at […]

Flag Fest at the Betsy Ross House

Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate Flag Day and Philadelphia’s historic tradition of flag-making during the 16th Annual Flag Fest at the Betsy Ross House! This week-long event will highlight flag makers past and present and invites guests to try their hand as flag makers! Start each day of Flag Fest starts at 10 […]

Nature Tots: It’s Summer!

Pennypack Environmental Center 8600 Verree Rd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Children ages 2-5 years with an adult can join Pennypack for a story, simple craft, short walk, games and more. $5.00 per child. Adults are FREE.

Kids Explore: School’s Out!

Pennypack Environmental Center 8600 Verree Rd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Drop off your child to explore nature freely outdoors in all weather with staff. They will celebrate the start of summer by hiking the forest, meadow, creek, pond and wherever else the kids' adventurous souls take them. Ages 6-10. Drop-off. $5 per child.

Flag Fest at the Betsy Ross House

Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate Flag Day and Philadelphia’s historic tradition of flag-making during the 16th Annual Flag Fest at the Betsy Ross House! This week-long event will highlight flag makers past and present and invites guests to try their hand as a flag maker! Start each day of Flag Fest starts at […]

Flag Fest at the Betsy Ross House

Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate Flag Day and Philadelphia’s historic tradition of flag-making during the 16th Annual Flag Fest at the Betsy Ross House! This week-long event will highlight flag makers past and present and invites guests to try their hand as flag makers! Start each day of Flag Fest starts at 10 […]

Flag Day at the Museum of the American Revolution

Museum of the American Revolution 101 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

On June 14, 1777, Congress passed the first Flag Act, adopting the 13-star flag as the official flag of the new United States. Join the Museum of the American Revolution on Flag Day, Wednesday June 14, to learn about flags of “all kinds of colours” […]

Event Series Museum Minis

Museum Minis

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

Sign up and join the Please Touch Museum for their Toddler Subscription Series! June’s theme is “Let’s Go Camping!”

Flag Fest at the Betsy Ross House

Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate Flag Day and Philadelphia’s historic tradition of flag-making during the 16th Annual Flag Fest at the Betsy Ross House! This week-long event will highlight flag makers past and present and invites guests to try their hand as a flag maker! Start each day of Flag Fest starts at […]

Flag Fest at the Betsy Ross House

Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate Flag Day and Philadelphia’s historic tradition of flag-making during the 16th Annual Flag Fest at the Betsy Ross House! This week-long event will highlight flag makers past and present and invites guests to try their hand as flag makers! Start each day of Flag Fest starts at 10 […]

Flag Fest at the Betsy Ross House

Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate Flag Day and Philadelphia’s historic tradition of flag-making during the 16th Annual Flag Fest at the Betsy Ross House! This week-long event will highlight flag makers past and present and invites guests to try their hand as a flag maker! Start each day of Flag Fest starts at […]

Flag Fest at the Betsy Ross House

Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate Flag Day and Philadelphia’s historic tradition of flag-making during the 16th Annual Flag Fest at the Betsy Ross House! This week-long event will highlight flag makers past and present and invites guests to try their hand as flag makers! Start each day of Flag Fest starts at 10 […]

Event Series Saturday Free Boating

Saturday Free Boating

Bartram's Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Bartram's Garden for free kayaking and rowboating on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience necessary. Suitable for all ages and beginners. Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction provided–first come, first served. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Flag Fest at the Betsy Ross House

Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate Flag Day and Philadelphia’s historic tradition of flag-making during the 16th Annual Flag Fest at the Betsy Ross House! This week-long event will highlight flag makers past and present and invites guests to try their hand as a flag maker! Start each day of Flag Fest starts at […]