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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Philly Family Community Calendar
Week of Events
Monday, November 23, 2026
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November 23, 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, November 24, 2026
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Wednesday, November 25, 2026
No events on this day.
Thursday, November 26, 2026
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November 26, 2026 -Leaf and Learn
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November 26, 2026 -Ministry of Awe
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November 26, 2026 -Christmas Village in Philadelphia
Leaf and Learn
The FDR Park Leaf & Learn program gives our littlest visitors (ages 2-5) their first opportunity to volunteer at FDR Park! We begin with a nature-themed read-aloud, and then get to the outdoorsy fun with easy, age-appropriate activities. Tasks include planting seeds, "feeding" a worm […]
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 […]
Christmas Village in Philadelphia
Returning for its 19th season, Christmas Village in Philadelphia will once again transform LOVE Park, the City Hall Courtyard and the North Broad section of City Hall into an authentic German-style Christmas Market. The free-to-attend holiday tradition will run from November 21 through December 27, […]
Friday, November 27, 2026
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November 27, 2026 -Christmas Village in Philadelphia
Christmas Village in Philadelphia
Returning for its 19th season, Christmas Village in Philadelphia will once again transform LOVE Park, the City Hall Courtyard and the North Broad section of City Hall into an authentic German-style Christmas Market. The free-to-attend holiday tradition will run from November 21 through December 27, […]
Saturday, November 28, 2026
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November 28, 2026 -Christmas Village in Philadelphia
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November 28, 2026 -Stevie the Inventor – Build it Live Show!
Christmas Village in Philadelphia
Returning for its 19th season, Christmas Village in Philadelphia will once again transform LOVE Park, the City Hall Courtyard and the North Broad section of City Hall into an authentic German-style Christmas Market. The free-to-attend holiday tradition will run from November 21 through December 27, […]
Stevie the Inventor – Build it Live Show!
Get ready for 45 minutes of family fun filled with music, dancing, interactive games, and exciting STEM demonstrations! Families can dance along to the Inventor Shuffle, cheer on contestants, and explore Newton’s laws of motion with a balloon-powered experiment. Plus, enjoy fun challenges like the […]
Sunday, November 29, 2026
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November 29, 2026 -Christmas Village in Philadelphia
Christmas Village in Philadelphia
Returning for its 19th season, Christmas Village in Philadelphia will once again transform LOVE Park, the City Hall Courtyard and the North Broad section of City Hall into an authentic German-style Christmas Market. The free-to-attend holiday tradition will run from November 21 through December 27, […]

