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The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids
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Week of Events
Monday, April 13, 2026
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April 13, 2026 -Twilight Tales Family Story Time at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Twilight Tales Family Story Time at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
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!
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
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April 14, 2026 -Ministry of Awe
Ministry of Awe
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 […]
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
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April 15, 2026 -Ministry of Awe
Ministry of Awe
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 […]
Thursday, April 16, 2026
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April 16, 2026 -Ministry of Awe
Ministry of Awe
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 […]
Friday, April 17, 2026
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April 17, 2026 -Glimpse of Goldfish Weekend at Goldfish Swim School – Mount Laurel
Glimpse of Goldfish Weekend at Goldfish Swim School – Mount Laurel
Goldfish Swim School - Mount Laurel is hosting a Glimpse of Goldfish Weekend, inviting kids aged 4 months to 12 years old to attend a free 30-minute swim lesson in a small group setting. Supervisors on duty will evaluate each student, and instructors will provide […]
Saturday, April 18, 2026
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April 18, 2026 -Glimpse of Goldfish Weekend at Goldfish Swim School – Mount Laurel
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April 18, 2026 -El Mercado Cultural in collaboration with Fleisher Art Memorial at Cherry Street Pier
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April 18, 2026 -Crafting History: Water Marbling at Historic St. George’s Museum and Archives
Glimpse of Goldfish Weekend at Goldfish Swim School – Mount Laurel
Goldfish Swim School - Mount Laurel is hosting a Glimpse of Goldfish Weekend, inviting kids aged 4 months to 12 years old to attend a free 30-minute swim lesson in a small group setting. Supervisors on duty will evaluate each student, and instructors will provide […]
El Mercado Cultural in collaboration with Fleisher Art Memorial at Cherry Street Pier
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 […]
Crafting History: Water Marbling at Historic St. George’s Museum and Archives
Create and decorate water marble bookmarks and journal covers at Historic St. George's! Note: Water marbling is free for all ages! Participants can purchase a journal, or purchase one for $5.
Sunday, April 19, 2026
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April 19, 2026 -Glimpse of Goldfish Weekend at Goldfish Swim School – Mount Laurel
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April 19, 2026 -Open House at The Children’s Community School
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April 19, 2026 -Maker Faire Philadelphia 2026 at Cherry Street Pier
Glimpse of Goldfish Weekend at Goldfish Swim School – Mount Laurel
Goldfish Swim School - Mount Laurel is hosting a Glimpse of Goldfish Weekend, inviting kids aged 4 months to 12 years old to attend a free 30-minute swim lesson in a small group setting. Supervisors on duty will evaluate each student, and instructors will provide […]
Open House at The Children’s Community School
Come together for The Children's Community School Open Houses! Families can play in the yard, tour their campus, and learn more about their programs on select dates (March 14 and April 19). Register here.
Maker Faire Philadelphia 2026 at Cherry Street Pier
Cherry Street Pier is once again home to Maker Faire Philadelphia, a family-friendly celebration of creativity, invention, and hands-on learning from 10 am – 4 pm. All ages are welcome to explore innovative projects, take part in interactive activities, and watch makers of all backgrounds […]