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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  • Second Saturday Guided Hike: Tree Tour

    Ohio House 4700 States Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Urban Greening Coordinator, Andrew Kirkpatrick, for a 1.5 mile tree identification hike around Concourse and Centennial Lakes in West Fairmount Park.

  • Communities in Bloom at Historic Fair Hill

    Historic Fair Hill 2901 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for this free event to celebrate families with community resources, kid and family-friendly activities and support! Hosted by neonatology research team at CHOP, families can plan to enjoy a flower bouquet activity, story time, book/toy swap, giveaways, raffles, and more at Historic Fair […]

    Free
  • PECO Family Jams: Portraits in the Gardens

    Philadelphia's Magic Gardens 1020 South Street, Philadelphia, NJ

    The Magic Gardens' current exhibition, "Entre Raíces y Alas: Obras de Santiago Galeas / Between Roots and Wings: Works by Santiago Galeas," features the artist's unique blend of realistic portraits and fantastic landscapes. Families are invited to get creative and turn their own image into […]

  • Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John

    Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John
    DiBruno Bros Pizza 914 Christian Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate with Mister John's Music as they kick-off Pride Month! Who gets to be proud? EVERYONE! Love yourself so you can love other people! All are welcome (except haters – they can mind their own business.) Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John Sunday, June 14th 3pm […]

    Free
  • Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest

    Independence Blue Cross RiverRink 101 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest is one of the Philadelphia Waterfront's most beloved summertime traditions. The festival features roller skating, outdoor boardwalk games and rides, mini golf, and great food and drinks, all set against stunning views of the Delaware River and the Ben Franklin […]

  • Drag Queen Storytime with Brittany Lynn

    Independence Library 18 S 7th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Philly Drag Queen Brittany Lynn at the Independence Library for stories & songs of love, diversity, & acceptance this Pride month. Bring a blanket, some snacks, and a willingness to learn!

  • Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John

    Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John
    DiBruno Bros Pizza 914 Christian Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate with Mister John's Music as they kick-off Pride Month! Who gets to be proud? EVERYONE! Love yourself so you can love other people! All are welcome (except haters – they can mind their own business.) Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John Sunday, June 14th 3pm […]

    Free
  • 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 […]

  • Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John

    Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John
    DiBruno Bros Pizza 914 Christian Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate with Mister John's Music as they kick-off Pride Month! Who gets to be proud? EVERYONE! Love yourself so you can love other people! All are welcome (except haters – they can mind their own business.) Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John Sunday, June 14th 3pm […]

    Free
  • 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 […]

  • Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John

    Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John
    DiBruno Bros Pizza 914 Christian Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate with Mister John's Music as they kick-off Pride Month! Who gets to be proud? EVERYONE! Love yourself so you can love other people! All are welcome (except haters – they can mind their own business.) Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John Sunday, June 14th 3pm […]

    Free
  • 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 […]

  • Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John

    Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John
    DiBruno Bros Pizza 914 Christian Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate with Mister John's Music as they kick-off Pride Month! Who gets to be proud? EVERYONE! Love yourself so you can love other people! All are welcome (except haters – they can mind their own business.) Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John Sunday, June 14th 3pm […]

    Free
  • Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John

    Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John
    DiBruno Bros Pizza 914 Christian Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate with Mister John's Music as they kick-off Pride Month! Who gets to be proud? EVERYONE! Love yourself so you can love other people! All are welcome (except haters – they can mind their own business.) Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John Sunday, June 14th 3pm […]

    Free
  • Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest

    Independence Blue Cross RiverRink 101 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest is one of the Philadelphia Waterfront's most beloved summertime traditions. The festival features roller skating, outdoor boardwalk games and rides, mini golf, and great food and drinks, all set against stunning views of the Delaware River and the Ben Franklin […]

  • Father’s Day Weekend Fan Fest at Sesame Place Philadelphia

    Sesame Place 100 Sesame Rd., Langhorne, PA, United States

    Celebrate the fathers in your lives at Sesame Place! Festivities include the Father’s Day Fan Zone, where guests can play games, rock out and meet mascots and icons from their favorite teams. For an extra-special treat, guests can enjoy a buffet in a special Father’s […]

    $64.99
  • The Franklin Institute Block Party: A Summer Celebration

    The Franklin Institute 222 N 20th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The TFI Block Party brings summer to The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia on Saturday, June 20 from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm. The Franklin Institute knows how to throw a party. DJ Ben Arsenal sets the tone on the iconic front steps, bringing live music […]

    Free
  • Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John

    Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John
    DiBruno Bros Pizza 914 Christian Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate with Mister John's Music as they kick-off Pride Month! Who gets to be proud? EVERYONE! Love yourself so you can love other people! All are welcome (except haters – they can mind their own business.) Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John Sunday, June 14th 3pm […]

    Free
  • Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John

    Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John
    DiBruno Bros Pizza 914 Christian Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate with Mister John's Music as they kick-off Pride Month! Who gets to be proud? EVERYONE! Love yourself so you can love other people! All are welcome (except haters – they can mind their own business.) Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John Sunday, June 14th 3pm […]

    Free
  • Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest

    Independence Blue Cross RiverRink 101 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest is one of the Philadelphia Waterfront's most beloved summertime traditions. The festival features roller skating, outdoor boardwalk games and rides, mini golf, and great food and drinks, all set against stunning views of the Delaware River and the Ben Franklin […]

  • Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John

    Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John
    DiBruno Bros Pizza 914 Christian Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate with Mister John's Music as they kick-off Pride Month! Who gets to be proud? EVERYONE! Love yourself so you can love other people! All are welcome (except haters – they can mind their own business.) Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John Sunday, June 14th 3pm […]

    Free
  • 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 […]

  • Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John

    Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John
    DiBruno Bros Pizza 914 Christian Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate with Mister John's Music as they kick-off Pride Month! Who gets to be proud? EVERYONE! Love yourself so you can love other people! All are welcome (except haters – they can mind their own business.) Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John Sunday, June 14th 3pm […]

    Free
  • 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 […]

  • Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John

    Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John
    DiBruno Bros Pizza 914 Christian Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate with Mister John's Music as they kick-off Pride Month! Who gets to be proud? EVERYONE! Love yourself so you can love other people! All are welcome (except haters – they can mind their own business.) Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John Sunday, June 14th 3pm […]

    Free
  • 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 […]

  • Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John

    Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John
    DiBruno Bros Pizza 914 Christian Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate with Mister John's Music as they kick-off Pride Month! Who gets to be proud? EVERYONE! Love yourself so you can love other people! All are welcome (except haters – they can mind their own business.) Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John Sunday, June 14th 3pm […]

    Free
  • America 250 Weekend on the Philly Waterfront

    Delaware River Waterfront 101 S Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The Delaware River Waterfront is hosting an unforgettable America 250 Weekend filled with fireworks, live entertainment, family fun, and waterfront experiences at Cherry Street Pier, Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest, and Spruce Street Harbor Park.

  • Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John

    Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John
    DiBruno Bros Pizza 914 Christian Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate with Mister John's Music as they kick-off Pride Month! Who gets to be proud? EVERYONE! Love yourself so you can love other people! All are welcome (except haters – they can mind their own business.) Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John Sunday, June 14th 3pm […]

    Free
  • Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest

    Independence Blue Cross RiverRink 101 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest is one of the Philadelphia Waterfront's most beloved summertime traditions. The festival features roller skating, outdoor boardwalk games and rides, mini golf, and great food and drinks, all set against stunning views of the Delaware River and the Ben Franklin […]

  • America 250 Weekend on the Philly Waterfront

    Delaware River Waterfront 101 S Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The Delaware River Waterfront is hosting an unforgettable America 250 Weekend filled with fireworks, live entertainment, family fun, and waterfront experiences at Cherry Street Pier, Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest, and Spruce Street Harbor Park.

  • Make Your Own Button at Parkway Central Library

    Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Children's Department Ground Floor - Room 22, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join the fun on Wednesday, June 10th in the Print and Picture Collection and on Saturday, June 27th in the Rare Book Department to create your own pins based on images from the Free Library's Special Collections. Events will run from 1 pm - 3 […]

  • Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John

    Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John
    DiBruno Bros Pizza 914 Christian Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate with Mister John's Music as they kick-off Pride Month! Who gets to be proud? EVERYONE! Love yourself so you can love other people! All are welcome (except haters – they can mind their own business.) Pride Sing-a-long with Mister John Sunday, June 14th 3pm […]

    Free