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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  • 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 […]

  • Teddybear Picnic at Norwood-Fontbonne Academy

    Norwood-Fontbonne Academy 8891 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Norwood-Fontbonne Academy is hosting a Teddy Bear Picnic on May 8 for children ages 2.5 to 5. Families are invited to bring their favorite teddy bear for a morning of laughter, games, storytelling, and springtime fun!

  • Firstival: First Mother’s Day

    Historic St. George's Museum & Archives 326 New St., Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Historic St. George's Museum & Archives for a Saturday Firstival on May 9th, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., celebrating the First Mother's Day as part of 52 Weeks of Philly Firsts, a citywide celebration marking 250 years of Philadelphia innovation and fun. Follow […]

  • PECO Family Jams: One Book One Philadelphia

    1020 South Street 1020 South Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    This year, the Free Library of Philadelphia's kids' selection for One Book One Philadelphia is "How to Grow a Family Tree," written by Bea Birdsong and illustrated by Jasu Hu. The book follows a girl whose family tree grows wide and welcoming through the caring […]

    Free – $15
  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • MuseumFest: Historic District Philly

    525 Arch Street 525 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    MuseumFest transforms Philadelphia's Historic District into a lively afternoon of discovery, powered by the American Alliance of Museums (the national association representing the entire museum field). Five iconic museums open their doors for free, with pop-up performances, living history, and interactive moments along a walkable […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Civic Story Hour With U.S. Supreme Court Justice Neil M. Gorsuch and Janie Nitze

    National Constitution Center 525 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join the National Constitution Center for a special family Civic Story Hour featuring U.S. Supreme Court Justice Neil M. Gorsuch, honorary co-chair of the National Constitution Center. Justice Gorsuch and his co-author and former law clerk Janie Nitze will return for a conversation and book […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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!