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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  • 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 […]

  • Tai Chi at Spruce Street Harbor Park

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

    Families and individuals can start their Saturdays with movement, mindfulness, and waterfront views at Tai Chi at Spruce Street Harbor Park. This relaxing weekly experience combines Tai Chi and guided meditation on the park's double-decker barge along the Delaware River. Focused on slow, intentional movement […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Tai Chi at Spruce Street Harbor Park

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

    Families and individuals can start their Saturdays with movement, mindfulness, and waterfront views at Tai Chi at Spruce Street Harbor Park. This relaxing weekly experience combines Tai Chi and guided meditation on the park's double-decker barge along the Delaware River. Focused on slow, intentional movement […]

  • 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 […]

  • Tai Chi at Spruce Street Harbor Park

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

    Families and individuals can start their Saturdays with movement, mindfulness, and waterfront views at Tai Chi at Spruce Street Harbor Park. This relaxing weekly experience combines Tai Chi and guided meditation on the park's double-decker barge along the Delaware River. Focused on slow, intentional movement […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Tai Chi at Spruce Street Harbor Park

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

    Families and individuals can start their Saturdays with movement, mindfulness, and waterfront views at Tai Chi at Spruce Street Harbor Park. This relaxing weekly experience combines Tai Chi and guided meditation on the park's double-decker barge along the Delaware River. Focused on slow, intentional movement […]

  • 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 […]

  • Tai Chi at Spruce Street Harbor Park

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

    Families and individuals can start their Saturdays with movement, mindfulness, and waterfront views at Tai Chi at Spruce Street Harbor Park. This relaxing weekly experience combines Tai Chi and guided meditation on the park's double-decker barge along the Delaware River. Focused on slow, intentional movement […]

  • 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 […]

  • Tai Chi at Spruce Street Harbor Park

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

    Families and individuals can start their Saturdays with movement, mindfulness, and waterfront views at Tai Chi at Spruce Street Harbor Park. This relaxing weekly experience combines Tai Chi and guided meditation on the park's double-decker barge along the Delaware River. Focused on slow, intentional movement […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]