The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids

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Manayunk Gets Lit Decorating Competition

Main Street Manayunk Main St., Philadelphia

Manayunk businesses are decking out their storefronts, windows, roofs, and more with over 80,000 lights during Manayunk Gets Lit! Stroll Main Street or hop on the Jolly Trolley to take in the magic of the lights, and cast your vote for your favorite light displays. […]

Free

Thanksgiving Weekend at the Museum of the American Revolution

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

Join the Museum of the American Revolution over Thanksgiving weekend to explore the special exhibition about the diverse roles of Native Americans during the revolution through talks and activities for the whole family, closing out Native American Heritage Month. The Museum is closed Thanksgiving Day, […]

Thanksgiving Weekend at the Museum of the American Revolution

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

Join the Museum of the American Revolution over Thanksgiving weekend to explore the special exhibition about the diverse roles of Native Americans during the revolution through talks and activities for the whole family, closing out Native American Heritage Month. The Museum is closed Thanksgiving Day, […]

Thanksgiving Weekend at the Museum of the American Revolution

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

Join the Museum of the American Revolution over Thanksgiving weekend to explore the special exhibition about the diverse roles of Native Americans during the revolution through talks and activities for the whole family, closing out Native American Heritage Month. The Museum is closed Thanksgiving Day, […]