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Families can enjoy a delightful non-scary hayride adventure to visit Linvilla’s friendly neighborhood witch. During the journey, children will hear entertaining tales and jokes before receiving a special treat from the storytelling witch. After the hayride, guests can gather around a cozy campfire to enjoy […]
Join We Walk PHL at FDR Park! We Walk PHL is a program in partnership between Fairmount Park Conservancy, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation that offers free weekly walking groups at various public parks throughout the city. This program welcomes […]
Join We Walk PHL at Fotterall Square Park! We Walk PHL is a program in partnership between Fairmount Park Conservancy, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation that offers free weekly walking groups at various public parks throughout the city. This program […]
Established in 2003 and now run directly by Brogue Hydroponics, this market is located in picturesque Fitler Square Park. The year-round market is a regular Saturday morning routine for residents of the neighborhood. The Food Trust is proud to include Fitler Square Farmers Market as […]
The yearlong fun kicks off with a free birthday weekend celebration on October 3 and 4, thanks to funding from the Philadelphia City Fund’s 2026 Milestone Grant Fund, supported by PECO. This support ensures that the Please Touch Museum’s 50th birthday is a community-focused celebration, […]
Join We Walk PHL at Awbury Arboretum! We Walk PHL is a program in partnership between Fairmount Park Conservancy, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation that offers free weekly walking groups at various public parks throughout the city. This program […]
Join We Walk PHL at Carroll Park! We Walk PHL is a program in partnership between Fairmount Park Conservancy, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation that offers free weekly walking groups at various public parks throughout the city. This program welcomes […]
Step back in time with an exclusive tour of the historic Wyck House, then unwind with traditional afternoon tea on the lawn.
Established in West Philly in 1998, this market is one of The Food Trust’s largest with a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, baked and canned goods, meats and specialty products. Clark Park Saturday market is a neighborhood favorite that operates year-round thanks to support from […]
Join Fairmount Park Conservancy and UGR3DAY Underground Railroad Experiences, Inc. on Saturday, October 3 from 10 AM–2 PM for a 3.5-mile Underground Railroad history hike and talk in West Fairmount Park. The hike will begin at the sheep barn, located near Ridgeland Mansion, at 10 AM and […]
Journey to October of 1777 and encounter Germantown during the Battle of Germantown at the Revolutionary Germantown Festival, from 10 am to 4 pm, rain or shine! This annual free and family-friendly event is hosted at Cliveden - the epicenter of the 1777 Battle of […]
At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]
From March 28, 2026 to February 14, 2027, Botany of Nations is a groundbreaking exhibition that offers a culturally layered, new perspective on the legendary Lewis and Clark Corps of Discovery, co-curated with ethnobotanist and author Enrique Salmón, PhD, and developed with contributions from Indigenous […]
Families are warmly invited to discover the Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park, a Philadelphia tradition over 35 years in the making, officially opening for the 2026 season on Saturday, April 4 and open every weekend until October 31. More than a market, this vibrant […]
Practice beginner-friendly yoga on Saturdays at Lawncrest Library! Stretch the body and mind with yoga led by Elizabeth from Yoga4Philly. Mats provided but feel free to bring own mats. Please wear comfortable, warm clothes. All ages welcome.
Open Play hours at Baby Gear Group Jenkintown are the perfect outing for the family. With a train table, a play kitchen, costumes, books, and a variety of gross motor and creative and imagination toys for your walker, toddler and preschoolers will have no shortage […]
On Saturday, October 3, Philadelphia will once again go to the dogs! The Mutt Strut is the must-attend fall festival for dogs and the people who love them, and PAWS’ biggest fundraising event of the year. Join us at The Navy Yard for a scenic […]
In celebration of October’s National Coming Out Day, Manayunk will host a series of events to celebrate on Gay St! The day will include drag story time, live performances by Philly Drag Mafia, a free drag show followed by a Karaoke Dance Party. Stick around […]
Join Historic Fair Hill each Saturday afternoon for storytimes, games, arts & crafts, gardening, scavenger hunts, and more!
Come out to the Historic Fair Hill burial ground in North Philly for the Joy and Wellness Festival! Featuring Soulflow Yoga and Sound Bath, free Books and bike repairs, live music (Jimmy Jorge and the Latin Express), pumpkin painting, and more!
Roxtoberfest returns for its 14th year, bringing one of Philadelphia’s biggest Oktoberfest celebrations to the Ridge. This event includes three stages of live entertainment, food, beer gardens, live pumpkin carving, and family funs and a pet costume contest This event takes places from Ridge Avenue […]
The Mid-Autumn Festival dates back thousands of years as a seasonal celebration in several Asian cultures, focused on families and communities gathering to celebrate abundance under the Harvest Moon. Asian Americans United hosts an annual street festival with programming that includes lion dances, Korean drumming, […]
Do you have gently used or new art and craft supplies that are collecting dust? Are there things you bought for projects you're never going to get to or lost interest in? Do you want to try a new hobby but need inspiration and means? […]
Every fall, Riverbend transforms into a spooooook-tacular family festival. Shiverfest brings together food trucks, live entertainment, animals, crafts, and community, all set against the backdrop of the preserve. Shiverfest is a fundraiser that helps Riverbend provide free and accessible nature education to kids. Every […]
Taught and led by Lindsey Gill, a certified yoga instructor, Chair Yoga uses a chair instead of a mat to make yoga more accessible for those with knee and wrist limitations. Please wear comfortable clothing and prepare to have fun. No prior experience or registration […]
This four-night exhibition joins the official PHL250 programming, kicking off on Friday evening with the Flip the Switch ceremony. Attendees can expect live music, local storytellers, family-friendly activities, vendors, giveaways, and additional First Friday offerings hosted by the Chestnut Hill Business District. Friday, October 2: Flip […]
For over 30 years, the Ghost Tour of Philadelphia has entertained locals and tourists alike with haunting tales of the city’s lingering spirits. Based on the book, Ghost Stories of Philadelphia, the tour combines ghost stories, legends, and Philly’s remarkable history on a candlelight stroll […]
