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
Ongoing

On the Land, In the Sea Exhibition

Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard 1001 Intrepid Avenue, Philadelphia

An exhibition featuring artwork by Kathleen Greco and Andrea Bartine Caldarise exploring ocean life and natural landscapes will be on view starting from November 4, 2025 through April 14, 2026. Through their distinct styles, both artists explore patterns, textures, and forms found in nature. The […]

Free

Philadelphia’s Christmas Village

City Hall and LOVE Park 1500 Arch St., Philadelphia

Enjoy the magic of the Christmas Village at City Hall and LOVE Park from November 22nd through December 24th. With free admission, visitors can experience an authentic German-style market filled with twinkling lights, festive treats, and handcrafted gifts. Some activities include riding the Ferris wheel, […]

Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

InLiquid 1400 N American St #314, Philadelphia

“Atopos Adaptation” is a multimedia exhibition featuring seven InLiquid Artist Members exploring life and form, and investigating the beauty, diversity, and uniqueness of organisms with whom we coexist. Using ecology as a point of inspiration, the artists in this exhibition blur the lines between the […]

Free
Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

InLiquid 1400 N American St #314, Philadelphia

“Atopos Adaptation” is a multimedia exhibition featuring seven InLiquid Artist Members exploring life and form, and investigating the beauty, diversity, and uniqueness of organisms with whom we coexist. Using ecology as a point of inspiration, the artists in this exhibition blur the lines between the […]

Free
Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

InLiquid 1400 N American St #314, Philadelphia

“Atopos Adaptation” is a multimedia exhibition featuring seven InLiquid Artist Members exploring life and form, and investigating the beauty, diversity, and uniqueness of organisms with whom we coexist. Using ecology as a point of inspiration, the artists in this exhibition blur the lines between the […]

Free
Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

InLiquid 1400 N American St #314, Philadelphia

“Atopos Adaptation” is a multimedia exhibition featuring seven InLiquid Artist Members exploring life and form, and investigating the beauty, diversity, and uniqueness of organisms with whom we coexist. Using ecology as a point of inspiration, the artists in this exhibition blur the lines between the […]

Free
Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

InLiquid 1400 N American St #314, Philadelphia

“Atopos Adaptation” is a multimedia exhibition featuring seven InLiquid Artist Members exploring life and form, and investigating the beauty, diversity, and uniqueness of organisms with whom we coexist. Using ecology as a point of inspiration, the artists in this exhibition blur the lines between the […]

Free
Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

InLiquid 1400 N American St #314, Philadelphia

“Atopos Adaptation” is a multimedia exhibition featuring seven InLiquid Artist Members exploring life and form, and investigating the beauty, diversity, and uniqueness of organisms with whom we coexist. Using ecology as a point of inspiration, the artists in this exhibition blur the lines between the […]

Free
Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

InLiquid 1400 N American St #314, Philadelphia

“Atopos Adaptation” is a multimedia exhibition featuring seven InLiquid Artist Members exploring life and form, and investigating the beauty, diversity, and uniqueness of organisms with whom we coexist. Using ecology as a point of inspiration, the artists in this exhibition blur the lines between the […]

Free
Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

InLiquid 1400 N American St #314, Philadelphia

“Atopos Adaptation” is a multimedia exhibition featuring seven InLiquid Artist Members exploring life and form, and investigating the beauty, diversity, and uniqueness of organisms with whom we coexist. Using ecology as a point of inspiration, the artists in this exhibition blur the lines between the […]

Free
Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

InLiquid 1400 N American St #314, Philadelphia

“Atopos Adaptation” is a multimedia exhibition featuring seven InLiquid Artist Members exploring life and form, and investigating the beauty, diversity, and uniqueness of organisms with whom we coexist. Using ecology as a point of inspiration, the artists in this exhibition blur the lines between the […]

Free
Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

InLiquid 1400 N American St #314, Philadelphia

“Atopos Adaptation” is a multimedia exhibition featuring seven InLiquid Artist Members exploring life and form, and investigating the beauty, diversity, and uniqueness of organisms with whom we coexist. Using ecology as a point of inspiration, the artists in this exhibition blur the lines between the […]

Free
Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

InLiquid 1400 N American St #314, Philadelphia

“Atopos Adaptation” is a multimedia exhibition featuring seven InLiquid Artist Members exploring life and form, and investigating the beauty, diversity, and uniqueness of organisms with whom we coexist. Using ecology as a point of inspiration, the artists in this exhibition blur the lines between the […]

Free
Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

InLiquid 1400 N American St #314, Philadelphia

“Atopos Adaptation” is a multimedia exhibition featuring seven InLiquid Artist Members exploring life and form, and investigating the beauty, diversity, and uniqueness of organisms with whom we coexist. Using ecology as a point of inspiration, the artists in this exhibition blur the lines between the […]

Free
Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

InLiquid 1400 N American St #314, Philadelphia

“Atopos Adaptation” is a multimedia exhibition featuring seven InLiquid Artist Members exploring life and form, and investigating the beauty, diversity, and uniqueness of organisms with whom we coexist. Using ecology as a point of inspiration, the artists in this exhibition blur the lines between the […]

Free
Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

InLiquid 1400 N American St #314, Philadelphia

“Atopos Adaptation” is a multimedia exhibition featuring seven InLiquid Artist Members exploring life and form, and investigating the beauty, diversity, and uniqueness of organisms with whom we coexist. Using ecology as a point of inspiration, the artists in this exhibition blur the lines between the […]

Free
Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

InLiquid 1400 N American St #314, Philadelphia

“Atopos Adaptation” is a multimedia exhibition featuring seven InLiquid Artist Members exploring life and form, and investigating the beauty, diversity, and uniqueness of organisms with whom we coexist. Using ecology as a point of inspiration, the artists in this exhibition blur the lines between the […]

Free
Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

InLiquid 1400 N American St #314, Philadelphia

“Atopos Adaptation” is a multimedia exhibition featuring seven InLiquid Artist Members exploring life and form, and investigating the beauty, diversity, and uniqueness of organisms with whom we coexist. Using ecology as a point of inspiration, the artists in this exhibition blur the lines between the […]

Free
Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

InLiquid 1400 N American St #314, Philadelphia

“Atopos Adaptation” is a multimedia exhibition featuring seven InLiquid Artist Members exploring life and form, and investigating the beauty, diversity, and uniqueness of organisms with whom we coexist. Using ecology as a point of inspiration, the artists in this exhibition blur the lines between the […]

Free
Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

InLiquid 1400 N American St #314, Philadelphia

“Atopos Adaptation” is a multimedia exhibition featuring seven InLiquid Artist Members exploring life and form, and investigating the beauty, diversity, and uniqueness of organisms with whom we coexist. Using ecology as a point of inspiration, the artists in this exhibition blur the lines between the […]

Free
Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

InLiquid 1400 N American St #314, Philadelphia

“Atopos Adaptation” is a multimedia exhibition featuring seven InLiquid Artist Members exploring life and form, and investigating the beauty, diversity, and uniqueness of organisms with whom we coexist. Using ecology as a point of inspiration, the artists in this exhibition blur the lines between the […]

Free
Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

InLiquid 1400 N American St #314, Philadelphia

“Atopos Adaptation” is a multimedia exhibition featuring seven InLiquid Artist Members exploring life and form, and investigating the beauty, diversity, and uniqueness of organisms with whom we coexist. Using ecology as a point of inspiration, the artists in this exhibition blur the lines between the […]

Free

Holiday Treasures Market at The Church of Annunciation

324 Carpenter Lane 324 Carpenter Lane, Philadelphia

The Holiday Treasures Market invites the community to enjoy a festive day of holiday cheer with cookies and cocoa, handcrafted treasures, a visit from Santa, music, and community connections at the Church of Annunciation in Mount Airy. Guests can browse a wonderful selection of handmade […]

Free

The Tapcracker by The Lady Hoofers

The Tapcracker by The Lady Hoofers

Suzanne Roberts Theatre 480 S Broad Street, Philadelphia

This holiday season, The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble presents The Tapcracker, an all-tap take on the classic Nutcracker story. With the setting in a whimsical Paris and featuring over 40 dancers from the region, the show blends playful storytelling with rhythm and movement. Along with […]

Haunted Christmas with East Kensington Arts Committee

Philadelphia Brewing Co. 2440 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia

Haunted Christmas lands at Philly Brewing Co. on Saturday, Dec 13th! Come together for a night where holiday cheer gets a spooky twist. Shop from unique vendors, encounter Krampus, rock out to live bands, and catch a spooky short film compilation on the big screen. […]

Free

German American Weekend at the Christmas Village

City Hall and LOVE Park 1500 Arch St., Philadelphia

Christmas Village celebrates German-American heritage on December 13-14 with traditional music, Schuhplattler dancing, and authentic German cuisine. The weekend includes live performances in traditional costumes and Sunday's German Games featuring bratwurst-eating, beer stein-holding, and pretzel toss competitions.

Free
Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

Atopos Adaptation at InLiquid

InLiquid 1400 N American St #314, Philadelphia

“Atopos Adaptation” is a multimedia exhibition featuring seven InLiquid Artist Members exploring life and form, and investigating the beauty, diversity, and uniqueness of organisms with whom we coexist. Using ecology as a point of inspiration, the artists in this exhibition blur the lines between the […]

Free

The Tapcracker by The Lady Hoofers

The Tapcracker by The Lady Hoofers

Suzanne Roberts Theatre 480 S Broad Street, Philadelphia

This holiday season, The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble presents The Tapcracker, an all-tap take on the classic Nutcracker story. With the setting in a whimsical Paris and featuring over 40 dancers from the region, the show blends playful storytelling with rhythm and movement. Along with […]

Carina Romano Photography Q&A

20*20 House 20 Lansdowne Court, Lansdowne

Whether you're new to photography or want to see your town through a fresh lens, this workshop offers a wonderful opportunity to connect with your creativity and community during the golden hour. Led by experienced photographer Carina Romano, participants will explore Lansdowne's scenic streets before […]

The Tapcracker by The Lady Hoofers

The Tapcracker by The Lady Hoofers

Suzanne Roberts Theatre 480 S Broad Street, Philadelphia

This holiday season, The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble presents The Tapcracker, an all-tap take on the classic Nutcracker story. With the setting in a whimsical Paris and featuring over 40 dancers from the region, the show blends playful storytelling with rhythm and movement. Along with […]

German American Weekend at the Christmas Village

City Hall and LOVE Park 1500 Arch St., Philadelphia

Christmas Village celebrates German-American heritage on December 13-14 with traditional music, Schuhplattler dancing, and authentic German cuisine. The weekend includes live performances in traditional costumes and Sunday's German Games featuring bratwurst-eating, beer stein-holding, and pretzel toss competitions.

Free

The Tapcracker by The Lady Hoofers

The Tapcracker by The Lady Hoofers

Suzanne Roberts Theatre 480 S Broad Street, Philadelphia

This holiday season, The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble presents The Tapcracker, an all-tap take on the classic Nutcracker story. With the setting in a whimsical Paris and featuring over 40 dancers from the region, the show blends playful storytelling with rhythm and movement. Along with […]