Discover the best family-friendly things to do in Philadelphia with kids, including events, festivals, attractions, and free activities through our curated calendar. Find what’s happening in Philly today and plan your next family adventure!
💞 Check out our sister Community Calendars too: Main Line Parent and Bucks County Parent.
📬 Make the most of family life in Philly with your weekly HIGH FIVE for the best weekend events, tips, and local stories— delivered to your inbox every Thursday.
🗓️ Have an event to share? Join Philadelphia Family as a Member to receive priority coverage! Click the banner above to submit a family-friendly event for consideration.
Help celebrate nature and protect the environment with an Earth Day volunteer event! Each year, Newlin brings together diverse volunteers from the community, including individuals, families, scout troops, and youth groups, to work on projects that improve habitat for wildlife, protect important natural resources, and […]
At the Museum of the American Revolution, discover historical tradespeople and participate in hands-on activities. Visitors can view demonstrations of 18th-century skills and trades, such as a pepper-pot soup seller, an engraver, a woodworker, and more! Learn more here.
Families are invited to a special hands on STEM experience at the Roxborough YMCA. Stevie The Inventor’s Build A Bot Class offers children the chance to explore engineering in a fun and engaging way. During the session, each child will build their own motorized robot, […]
Natural Creativity invites families to a one-of-a-kind community event: the Yard Sale, Open House & Ed-stravaganza! This lively, family-friendly gathering offers something for everyone. Guests can browse a thoughtfully curated yard sale featuring children’s items, books, toys, and more, while also exploring Natural Creativity’s unique […]
Celebrate International Astronomy Day at The Franklin Institute. Spend the day unlocking the mysteries of the universe across four floors of out-of-this-world experiences, including the two-story Wondrous Space exhibit, Fels Planetarium, and the Holt & Miller Observatory. Featured Programming: Solar Viewing in Science Park: Safely […]
Families are invited to celebrate Earth Day with the Schuylkill Center at Naturepalooza, one of the longest-running Earth Day celebrations in Philadelphia! This annual event offers something special for every member of the family. Explore the center-wide Nature Passport scavenger hunt, get creative with nature-based […]
Archedream invites you to a day of public performances. Saturday, April 25 at Plays & Players in Center City. Immerse yourself in an otherworldly dance experience with ArcheDream for Humankind. Our mesmerizing blacklight performances will transport you to a realm of wonder and awe. Step […]
Camerata Philadelphia concludes its 2025/2026 Center City Season at Church of the Holy Trinity Rittenhouse Square on Saturday, April 25. Led by Music Director & cellist Dr. Stephen Framil, the program includes Beethoven's Serenade in D for String Trio Op. 8, Francis Poulenc's Sonata for […]
Come together at Rutabaga Toy Library for a joyful afternoon of community, creativity, and sustainability at Rutabaga’s Earth Day Party & Toy Swap! Bring friends, family, and neighbors to celebrate the planet with hands-on activities, music, and plenty of fun for all ages. Some activities […]
The Philly Pops presents Everything I Know, a symphonic celebration of the music of Lin-Manuel Miranda featuring Broadway star Mandy Gonzalez. From the iconic songs of Hamilton to the beloved melodies of Moana, Gonzalez brings Miranda's music to life with powerful vocals and personal stories […]
PopUpPlay's Lantern Festival is lighting up Cherry Street Pier for a free, magical evening along the Philadelphia waterfront. Families of all ages are invited to craft their own lanterns and parade floats, then carry their creations through a glowing community parade along Cherry Street and […]
