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Shared Vision: Portraits from The CCH Pounder-Koné Collection

​The African American Museum in Philadelphia 701 Arch St, Philadelphia

The African American Museum in Philadelphia (AAMP) is proud to present, “Shared Vision: Portraits from The CCH Pounder-Koné Collection,” featuring paintings from the personal collection of award-winning actress, CCH Pounder. This exhibition, curated exclusively for AAMP, is a stunning collection of contemporary art that spans the African […]

Morgan’s Pier Fall Fest

Morgan's Pier 221 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia

Fall Fest at Morgan’s Pier always brings a full month of special events, fall food and drinks, and family fun to the waterfront through October 26th. Events include daily pick-your-own pumpkins and pumpkin carving (carving kits provided) starting at $5. On Sundays, expect live acoustic […]

Ice Dinosaurs Exhibit

The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia

Explore paleontology’s final frontier in Ice Dinosaurs, the Academy’s exciting new special exhibit. Transport yourself to the Late Cretaceous period in the Arctic Circle, where dinosaurs actually lived year-round in extreme polar environments. This brand-new, immersive and educational experience brings this era to life with animatronic […]

33rd Philadelphia Film Festival

Philadelphia Film Center 1412 Chestnut St, Philadelphia

Come to the Philadelphia Film Society for 11 days of the best in cinema, with exclusive events, celebrations and more. You can view the full calendar of screenings and events here.

Mats and Mocktails

East Passyunk Community Center 1025 Mifflin St, Philadelphia

Come to the East Passyunk Community Center for a fun-filled evening of decorating Halloween doormats and enjoying delicious mocktails to unwind and relax with friends! Tickets are $30, all materials and mocktails will be provided.

$30
Event Series Maze Days at Dilworth Park

Maze Days at Dilworth Park

Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia

This fall the lawn at Dilworth Park will transform for Maze Days - 10 days of fall fun for everyone. Mark your calendar for this autumn experience that includes children’s storytime, themed happy hours in the seasonal beer garden, special appearances from Philly Goat Project, […]

Event Series FallFest at Shady Brook Farm

FallFest at Shady Brook Farm

Shady Brook Farm 931 Stony Hill Rd., Yardley

Experience the magic of the season during FallFest at Shady Brook Farm! Navigate through our 4-acre corn maze, hand-pick your perfect pumpkin, and immerse yourself in the beauty of our sunflower fields! Keep the fun rolling with whimsical wagon rides, live, toe-tapping tunes, and apple […]

$15 – $35

FUNBOX Bounce House at Cherry Hill Mall

Cherry Hill Mall 2000 Route 38, Cherry Hill

 Cherry Hill Mall is hosting the grand opening of the world's biggest bounce park, FUNBOX, for families & friends of all ages! 25,000 sq. ft. world of inflatable fun & adventure, in the mall parking lot across from JCPenney until 10/20 Attractions include Marshmallow Mountain, Temple Tower, the Ninja Wall, an […]

Event Series The Great Pumpkin Carve 2024

The Great Pumpkin Carve 2024

Chadds Ford Historical Society 1736 Creek Road, Chadds Ford

Experience the annual  three-day 'Chadds Ford tradition' where over 70 giant pumpkins are carved & lit by local artists on Thursday night and will be lit and displayed on Friday & Saturday. All three nights enjoy a Haunted Trail, raffle prizes and live music from […]

$15

Open Studios at the Bok Building

Bok Building 1901 S 9th St., Philadelphia

Open Studios happens twice a year, where all 9 floors of the Bok building open for visitors to explore our hallways and meet our community! This free, family-friendly event welcomes you into the building’s inspiring spaces, home to fine artists, glass blowers, ceramicists, bakers, jewelers, […]

After Hours at The Woodlands

The Woodlands 4000 Woodland Ave, Philadelphia

Experience The Woodlands after dark on Friday, October 18th. BYO chairs or blankets, picnics, and beverages, warm up by a fire pit and wander the historic Hamilton Core of The Woodlands by moonlight. This After Hours will feature a spooky outdoor concert by the Philadelphia […]

$10
Event Series Spooky Mini Golf

Spooky Mini Golf | Daily Event

Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia

Every night in October, Philly Mini Golf transforms into spooky fun for the season with fog, lights, music, and surprises! Add some fright to your night as you putt your way through Philadelphia’s famous landmarks! Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for children.

$15

Halloween Nights at Eastern State Penitentiary

Eastern State Penitentiary 2027 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia

A Halloween festival of epic proportions. Halloween Nights features FIVE thrilling haunted houses PLUS... - historic tours - themed bars and lounges - live entertainment - and so much more ...all within the walls of a real, abandoned 10-acre prison Halloween Nights' is recommended for kids 12 and older; children under the […]

Lincoln Mill Haunted House in Manayunk

Lincoln Mill Haunted House 4100 Main St, Philadelphia

Lincoln Mill Haunted House is a fully immersive horror experience featuring live scare-actors, production quality sets, animatronics, and special effects. The Haunted House features over 40 live scare actors, production-quality sets, props, animatronics, and special effects such as fog, strobes, and flashing lights. 2024 season […]

$35
Event Series Soul Crawl

Soul Crawl at the Laurel Hill Cemetery

Laurel Hill Cemetery 3822 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia

At these annual after-dark tours of Laurel Hill East, hear the storied lives of restless spirits from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Knowledgeable tour guides will lead visitors by flashlight down winding pathways, and the night will conclude with festive beverages around roaring fire pits.

$25