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The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids
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Philly Family Community Calendar
Week of Events
Monday, September 21, 2026
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Tuesday, September 22, 2026
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September 22, 2026 -Yoga On The Pier
Yoga On The Pier
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 […]
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
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Thursday, September 24, 2026
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Friday, September 25, 2026
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Saturday, September 26, 2026
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September 26, 2026 -Monarch Festival
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September 26, 2026 -Mortal Coil: Kensington Crankie Festival
Monarch Festival
Join community members at AWA to celebrate our pollinator gardens, learn about the beautiful monarch butterfly, make pollinator crafts, and more!
Free
Mortal Coil: Kensington Crankie Festival
We are all wound up to invite you to Philly’s first-ever Crankie Festival, an evening of storytelling in scrolling panoramic art with live music and song! Come out for a head-turning, soul-feeding time with our sublime line up of local artists. 4-6pm Matchbox Crankie Workshop […]
Free
Sunday, September 27, 2026
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September 27, 2026 -Raise the Woof: A Women’s Build
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September 27, 2026 -Family Funday with PopUpPlay
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September 27, 2026 -A Magical Journey with the Bugibatukis!
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September 27, 2026 -Family Clay Day at Blooming Artist Studio
Raise the Woof: A Women’s Build
Ladies, grab your sneakers and get ready to build! Join us for Raise the Woof: A Women’s Build, a hands-on afternoon where women can learn new construction skills, get comfortable with power tools, and create something special for shelter pets. Working together in rotating stations, […]
$30
Family Funday with PopUpPlay
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 […]
A Magical Journey with the Bugibatukis!
Live Art, Storytelling & Creative Workshop for Kids Sunday, September 27, 2026 at 2:00 pm Ages 5–10 | 1-5 hours | Children must be accompanied by an adult throughout their presence at the event Join Philadelphia-based international artist and visual storyteller Carlotta Schiavio, aka YaTii […]
Family Clay Day at Blooming Artist Studio
Gather the family for two hours of messy, creative fun at Blooming Artist Studio! Their Family Clay Day gives parents, kids, and crafters of all ages a chance to bond while sculpting unique, mess-free keepsakes using versatile air-dry clay.
$50