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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  • Riverbend’s Tadpole Transformations

    Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

    It’s that exciting time of the year again when the ponds fill to the brim with squirming tadpoles! Join Riverbend's Educators for this annual rite of spring that happens right here at Riverbend. Learn about the lifecycle of the amphibians that live at the preserve […]

  • May First Saturday Open House: Go Birds at Wagner Free Institute

    Wagner Free Institute 1700 West Montgomery Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

    Birdwatching requires a combination of skills: a watchful eye, a patient demeanor, and a working knowledge on what local birds look like, sound like, and where you might best find them. At this First Saturday Open House, be an ornithologist by practicing your bird watching […]

  • Contemporary West Dance Theatre “Spring Concert Series”

    Fringe Arts 140 N. Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Contemporary West Dance Theatre, (CWDT) one of the country’s leading Contemporary Modern, ballet dance company, is excited to announce its 19th Year Anniversary. This May, they will present “Have a Spring Concert Series with CWDT” at the Fringe Arts Theatre. CWDT will present three performances […]

  • Contemporary West Dance Theatre “Spring Concert Series”

    Fringe Arts 140 N. Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Contemporary West Dance Theatre, (CWDT) one of the country’s leading Contemporary Modern, ballet dance company, is excited to announce its 19th Year Anniversary. This May, they will present “Have a Spring Concert Series with CWDT” at the Fringe Arts Theatre. CWDT will present three performances […]

  • Animals in Art: Family Festival at the Philadelphia Museum of Art

    Philadelphia Museum of Art 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join the Philadelphia Museum of Art as they kick off AAPI heritage month with celebrations throughout the day! The schedule follows: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Art Kids Studio | North Vaulted Walkway What animal brings you good luck, confidence, or power? Draw your […]

  • Twilight Tales Family Story Time at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

    Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library 125 S 52nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Bring the family at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library for an interactive storytime. Every Monday, this event includes favorite read-aloud books, songs, and craft that's fun for the whole family!

  • Ministry of Awe

    Ministry of Awe
    Ministry of Awe 27 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Ministry of Awe is a new, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that's located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM, they end up […]

  • Ministry of Awe

    Ministry of Awe
    Ministry of Awe 27 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Ministry of Awe is a new, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that's located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM, they end up […]

  • Ministry of Awe

    Ministry of Awe
    Ministry of Awe 27 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Ministry of Awe is a new, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that's located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM, they end up […]

  • Twilight Tales Family Story Time at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

    Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library 125 S 52nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Bring the family at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library for an interactive storytime. Every Monday, this event includes favorite read-aloud books, songs, and craft that's fun for the whole family!

  • Ministry of Awe

    Ministry of Awe
    Ministry of Awe 27 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Ministry of Awe is a new, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that's located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM, they end up […]

  • Ministry of Awe

    Ministry of Awe
    Ministry of Awe 27 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Ministry of Awe is a new, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that's located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM, they end up […]

  • Ministry of Awe

    Ministry of Awe
    Ministry of Awe 27 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Ministry of Awe is a new, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that's located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM, they end up […]

  • SunriseWALKS Greater Philadelphia

    1100 Pattison Avenue 1100 Pattison Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join the fun at SunriseWALKS, a family-friendly community event benefiting Sunrise Day Camp. The morning features a walk, music, kid-friendly activities, and more — bringing the community together to support local children with cancer and their siblings. Every dollar raised helps send kids to camp, […]

  • Twilight Tales Family Story Time at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

    Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library 125 S 52nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Bring the family at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library for an interactive storytime. Every Monday, this event includes favorite read-aloud books, songs, and craft that's fun for the whole family!

  • Ministry of Awe

    Ministry of Awe
    Ministry of Awe 27 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Ministry of Awe is a new, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that's located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM, they end up […]

  • Ministry of Awe

    Ministry of Awe
    Ministry of Awe 27 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Ministry of Awe is a new, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that's located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM, they end up […]

  • Ministry of Awe

    Ministry of Awe
    Ministry of Awe 27 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Ministry of Awe is a new, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that's located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM, they end up […]

  • Twilight Tales Family Story Time at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

    Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library 125 S 52nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Bring the family at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library for an interactive storytime. Every Monday, this event includes favorite read-aloud books, songs, and craft that's fun for the whole family!

  • Ministry of Awe

    Ministry of Awe
    Ministry of Awe 27 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Ministry of Awe is a new, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that's located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM, they end up […]

  • Ministry of Awe

    Ministry of Awe
    Ministry of Awe 27 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Ministry of Awe is a new, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that's located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM, they end up […]

  • Ministry of Awe

    Ministry of Awe
    Ministry of Awe 27 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Ministry of Awe is a new, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that's located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM, they end up […]

  • El Mercado Cultural in collaboration with Fleisher Art Memorial at Cherry Street Pier

    Cherry Street Pier 121 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    El Mercado Cultural returns to Cherry Street Pier this spring and summer, brought to life in collaboration with Fleisher Art Memorial. Free and open to all ages, the market features local vendors, food and drinks, and rotating entertainment across three dates — with market items […]

  • Twilight Tales Family Story Time at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

    Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library 125 S 52nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Bring the family at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library for an interactive storytime. Every Monday, this event includes favorite read-aloud books, songs, and craft that's fun for the whole family!

  • Ministry of Awe

    Ministry of Awe
    Ministry of Awe 27 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Ministry of Awe is a new, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that's located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM, they end up […]

  • Ministry of Awe

    Ministry of Awe
    Ministry of Awe 27 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Ministry of Awe is a new, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that's located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM, they end up […]

  • Ministry of Awe

    Ministry of Awe
    Ministry of Awe 27 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Ministry of Awe is a new, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that's located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM, they end up […]

  • Twilight Tales Family Story Time at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

    Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library 125 S 52nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Bring the family at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library for an interactive storytime. Every Monday, this event includes favorite read-aloud books, songs, and craft that's fun for the whole family!

  • Ministry of Awe

    Ministry of Awe
    Ministry of Awe 27 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Ministry of Awe is a new, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that's located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM, they end up […]

  • Ministry of Awe

    Ministry of Awe
    Ministry of Awe 27 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Ministry of Awe is a new, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that's located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM, they end up […]

  • Ministry of Awe

    Ministry of Awe
    Ministry of Awe 27 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Ministry of Awe is a new, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that's located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM, they end up […]

  • Twilight Tales Family Story Time at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

    Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library 125 S 52nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Bring the family at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library for an interactive storytime. Every Monday, this event includes favorite read-aloud books, songs, and craft that's fun for the whole family!

  • Ministry of Awe

    Ministry of Awe
    Ministry of Awe 27 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Ministry of Awe is a new, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that's located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM, they end up […]

  • Ministry of Awe

    Ministry of Awe
    Ministry of Awe 27 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Ministry of Awe is a new, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that's located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM, they end up […]

  • Ministry of Awe

    Ministry of Awe
    Ministry of Awe 27 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Ministry of Awe is a new, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that's located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM, they end up […]