The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids

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!

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  • Yoga On The Pier

    Yoga On The Pier
    Pennypack on the Delaware 7801 State Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Riverfront North and Roots2Rise for an all levels outdoor flow at Pennypack on the Delaware, Tuesdays from 6-7 pm! All ages and abilities are welcome. This class is made possible by the Riverfront North Partnership. Class is free but donations are welcome and will […]

  • Open Gym Hours at Design Gym

    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The community design studio in Norris Square welcomes everyone to Open Gym for drop-in hours for creative exploration and design play. Visitors can reset their minds, work on projects, try design tools and exercises, play creative games, browse the design library, or simply co-work in […]

    $10 – $20
  • Little Beets Music Class at Rutabaga Toy Library

    Rutabaga Toy Library 3426 Conrad St c2, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Little Beets Music Class is a hands-on music making experiences designed to foster children's musical growth. A portion of each class is dedicated to shared musical activities, such as sing-along songs, finger plays, instrument exploration, and movement. The remaining time allows for musical free play, […]

    $25
  • Open Gym Hours at Design Gym

    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The community design studio in Norris Square welcomes everyone to Open Gym for drop-in hours for creative exploration and design play. Visitors can reset their minds, work on projects, try design tools and exercises, play creative games, browse the design library, or simply co-work in […]

    $10 – $20
  • Storytime + Design at Design Gym

    Storytime + Design
    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Design Gym invites everyone to Storytime + Design, a weekly creative experience that introduces design concepts through books and playful exercises. Each session explores a story and pairs it with hands-on activities that nurture creativity and design thinking. The program welcomes all ages and identities, […]

    Free – $10
  • Open Gym Hours at Design Gym

    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The community design studio in Norris Square welcomes everyone to Open Gym for drop-in hours for creative exploration and design play. Visitors can reset their minds, work on projects, try design tools and exercises, play creative games, browse the design library, or simply co-work in […]

    $10 – $20
  • Mini Makers Robotics Class with Brooklyn Robot Foundry

    Mini Makers Robotics Class
    SnowBot Philly East, LLC 12 West Glenside Avenue, Glenside, PA, United States

    Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly's Mini Makers program brings the joy of building and creating to young learners ages 3–6 through weekly Saturday STEAM robotics classes in Glenside, PA, where little hands explore engineering and creativity in a screen-free environment—and every child takes home something they […]

    $25.00
  • 101 Design Concept at Design Gym

    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come together at Design Gym and work through the design process to understand how designers base their design solution. Led by head coach and founder Erike, this event covers concept foundations as well as some sketching and exercises on how to get there. No doodads/pieces […]

    $25
  • Family Funday with PopUpPlay

    Spruce Street Harbor Park 401 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Activities include boat building, puppet making, and even constructing a working catapult. Each week promises captivating experiences for kids of all ages with a new make-and-take activity. This event is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome. Activities are available on […]

  • Yoga On The Pier

    Yoga On The Pier
    Pennypack on the Delaware 7801 State Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Riverfront North and Roots2Rise for an all levels outdoor flow at Pennypack on the Delaware, Tuesdays from 6-7 pm! All ages and abilities are welcome. This class is made possible by the Riverfront North Partnership. Class is free but donations are welcome and will […]

  • Open Gym Hours at Design Gym

    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The community design studio in Norris Square welcomes everyone to Open Gym for drop-in hours for creative exploration and design play. Visitors can reset their minds, work on projects, try design tools and exercises, play creative games, browse the design library, or simply co-work in […]

    $10 – $20
  • Little Beets Music Class at Rutabaga Toy Library

    Rutabaga Toy Library 3426 Conrad St c2, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Little Beets Music Class is a hands-on music making experiences designed to foster children's musical growth. A portion of each class is dedicated to shared musical activities, such as sing-along songs, finger plays, instrument exploration, and movement. The remaining time allows for musical free play, […]

    $25
  • Open Gym Hours at Design Gym

    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The community design studio in Norris Square welcomes everyone to Open Gym for drop-in hours for creative exploration and design play. Visitors can reset their minds, work on projects, try design tools and exercises, play creative games, browse the design library, or simply co-work in […]

    $10 – $20
  • Storytime + Design at Design Gym

    Storytime + Design
    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Design Gym invites everyone to Storytime + Design, a weekly creative experience that introduces design concepts through books and playful exercises. Each session explores a story and pairs it with hands-on activities that nurture creativity and design thinking. The program welcomes all ages and identities, […]

    Free – $10
  • Open Gym Hours at Design Gym

    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The community design studio in Norris Square welcomes everyone to Open Gym for drop-in hours for creative exploration and design play. Visitors can reset their minds, work on projects, try design tools and exercises, play creative games, browse the design library, or simply co-work in […]

    $10 – $20
  • Mini Makers Robotics Class with Brooklyn Robot Foundry

    Mini Makers Robotics Class
    SnowBot Philly East, LLC 12 West Glenside Avenue, Glenside, PA, United States

    Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly's Mini Makers program brings the joy of building and creating to young learners ages 3–6 through weekly Saturday STEAM robotics classes in Glenside, PA, where little hands explore engineering and creativity in a screen-free environment—and every child takes home something they […]

    $25.00
  • Family Funday with PopUpPlay

    Spruce Street Harbor Park 401 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Activities include boat building, puppet making, and even constructing a working catapult. Each week promises captivating experiences for kids of all ages with a new make-and-take activity. This event is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome. Activities are available on […]

  • Craft & Create: Black Artists

    Craft & Create: Black Artists
    Widener Library 2808 W Lehigh Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Widener Library, families can admire Black artists and their art. Each week features a different Black artist and their unique style. Then, an interactive workshop occurs while honoring elements of their artistic style.

  • Yoga On The Pier

    Yoga On The Pier
    Pennypack on the Delaware 7801 State Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Riverfront North and Roots2Rise for an all levels outdoor flow at Pennypack on the Delaware, Tuesdays from 6-7 pm! All ages and abilities are welcome. This class is made possible by the Riverfront North Partnership. Class is free but donations are welcome and will […]

  • Open Gym Hours at Design Gym

    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The community design studio in Norris Square welcomes everyone to Open Gym for drop-in hours for creative exploration and design play. Visitors can reset their minds, work on projects, try design tools and exercises, play creative games, browse the design library, or simply co-work in […]

    $10 – $20
  • Little Beets Music Class at Rutabaga Toy Library

    Rutabaga Toy Library 3426 Conrad St c2, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Little Beets Music Class is a hands-on music making experiences designed to foster children's musical growth. A portion of each class is dedicated to shared musical activities, such as sing-along songs, finger plays, instrument exploration, and movement. The remaining time allows for musical free play, […]

    $25
  • Open Gym Hours at Design Gym

    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The community design studio in Norris Square welcomes everyone to Open Gym for drop-in hours for creative exploration and design play. Visitors can reset their minds, work on projects, try design tools and exercises, play creative games, browse the design library, or simply co-work in […]

    $10 – $20
  • Storytime + Design at Design Gym

    Storytime + Design
    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Design Gym invites everyone to Storytime + Design, a weekly creative experience that introduces design concepts through books and playful exercises. Each session explores a story and pairs it with hands-on activities that nurture creativity and design thinking. The program welcomes all ages and identities, […]

    Free – $10
  • Open Gym Hours at Design Gym

    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The community design studio in Norris Square welcomes everyone to Open Gym for drop-in hours for creative exploration and design play. Visitors can reset their minds, work on projects, try design tools and exercises, play creative games, browse the design library, or simply co-work in […]

    $10 – $20
  • Design A Doodad: Travel Game Zine

    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Games bring people together, especially pocket-sized ones perfect for car rides, plane trips, and family adventures! Families are invited for a hands-on workshop where participants will design their very own travel game zine and discover what it's like to be a game designer. Learn more […]

    $35
  • Mini Makers Robotics Class with Brooklyn Robot Foundry

    Mini Makers Robotics Class
    SnowBot Philly East, LLC 12 West Glenside Avenue, Glenside, PA, United States

    Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly's Mini Makers program brings the joy of building and creating to young learners ages 3–6 through weekly Saturday STEAM robotics classes in Glenside, PA, where little hands explore engineering and creativity in a screen-free environment—and every child takes home something they […]

    $25.00
  • Craft Workshop for Kids

    Craft Workshop for Kids
    Pennypacker Mills 5 Haldeman Road, Schwenksville, PA, United States

    These Craft Workshop for Kids invites children to create themed crafts at their own pace. Come by on February 7th for a Valentine's Day event or on March 3rd for a Spring themed workshop. All materials are provided. Call 610-287-9349 for pre-registration. Learn more here.

    Free
  • Chair Yoga at South Philadelphia Library

    Chair Yoga at South Philadelphia Library
    South Philadelphia Library 1700 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    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 […]

  • Family Funday with PopUpPlay

    Spruce Street Harbor Park 401 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Activities include boat building, puppet making, and even constructing a working catapult. Each week promises captivating experiences for kids of all ages with a new make-and-take activity. This event is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome. Activities are available on […]

  • Craft & Create: Black Artists

    Craft & Create: Black Artists
    Widener Library 2808 W Lehigh Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    At Widener Library, families can admire Black artists and their art. Each week features a different Black artist and their unique style. Then, an interactive workshop occurs while honoring elements of their artistic style.

  • Rock to the Future Lyric Lab

    Rock to the Future Lyric Lab
    One Art Community Center 1431-39 North 52nd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Lyric Lab is Rock to the Future’s new rap and songwriting program designed for young artists ready to turn their thoughts, feelings, and stories into real music. Whether students are already writing bars or just getting started, participants build skills in writing powerful lyrics, finding […]

    Free
  • Yoga On The Pier

    Yoga On The Pier
    Pennypack on the Delaware 7801 State Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Riverfront North and Roots2Rise for an all levels outdoor flow at Pennypack on the Delaware, Tuesdays from 6-7 pm! All ages and abilities are welcome. This class is made possible by the Riverfront North Partnership. Class is free but donations are welcome and will […]

  • Open Gym Hours at Design Gym

    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The community design studio in Norris Square welcomes everyone to Open Gym for drop-in hours for creative exploration and design play. Visitors can reset their minds, work on projects, try design tools and exercises, play creative games, browse the design library, or simply co-work in […]

    $10 – $20