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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Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Children's Department Ground Floor - Room 22, Philadelphia
A Case for Magic: For Lovers of Magic… and Their Ambivalent Friends at Parkway Central Library
Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Children's Department Ground Floor - Room 22, PhiladelphiaWeek of Events
Monday, June 29, 2026
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June 29, 2026 -Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
What do you want America to be like in the future? Perhaps you have a wish for your own future? Visit our wish wall, located in the 2nd Floor West Gallery, and write or draw your vision for our nation's future. Your wish will then […]
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
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June 30, 2026 -Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
What do you want America to be like in the future? Perhaps you have a wish for your own future? Visit our wish wall, located in the 2nd Floor West Gallery, and write or draw your vision for our nation's future. Your wish will then […]
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
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July 1, 2026 -Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
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July 1, 2026 -A Case for Magic: For Lovers of Magic… and Their Ambivalent Friends at Parkway Central Library
Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
What do you want America to be like in the future? Perhaps you have a wish for your own future? Visit our wish wall, located in the 2nd Floor West Gallery, and write or draw your vision for our nation's future. Your wish will then […]
A Case for Magic: For Lovers of Magic… and Their Ambivalent Friends at Parkway Central Library
Featuring Award-Winning Philadelphia Magician Robert Malissa Join us for a special hometown performance before Robert Malissa takes his acclaimed show A Case for Magic to the world-famous Edinburgh Festival Fringe this August! Whether you’re a lifelong magic lover or the “ambivalent friend” dragged along for […]
Thursday, July 2, 2026
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July 2, 2026 -Red, White, & Blue To-Do
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July 2, 2026 -Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
Red, White, & Blue To-Do
Philadelphia is pulling out all the stops for July 2, 2026! The Red, White, & Blue To-Do will take place throughout Philadelphia's Historic District from 7 am through the evening, and the full schedule has officially been announced. The day kicks off at 7 am […]
Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
What do you want America to be like in the future? Perhaps you have a wish for your own future? Visit our wish wall, located in the 2nd Floor West Gallery, and write or draw your vision for our nation's future. Your wish will then […]
Friday, July 3, 2026
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July 3, 2026 -July 4th Fest at Sesame Place Philadelphia
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July 3, 2026 -Free Museum Day: Historic St. George’s Museum
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July 3, 2026 -First Friday presented by Fulton Bank at Cherry Street Pier
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July 3, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest
July 4th Fest at Sesame Place Philadelphia
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday from July 3 - July 5 at Sesame Place Philadelphia! Everyone's favorite friends will be available for a Meet & Greet in patriotic attire, and guests can watch as the spectacular “C is for Celebrate” Fireworks light up the sky above […]
Free Museum Day: Historic St. George’s Museum
Stop by Historic St.George's from 11am-4pm to try out water marbling and make gorgeous wax seals. Plus, check out the temporary July 4th exhibits.
First Friday presented by Fulton Bank at Cherry Street Pier
Join in on the first Friday of each month for exhibition openings, artist studio tours, markets, and stunning views of the Delaware River. All exhibitions and events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. First Friday dates: June 5, July 3, August […]
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest
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 […]
Saturday, July 4, 2026
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July 4, 2026 -July 4th Fest at Sesame Place Philadelphia
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July 4, 2026 -July 4th FreedomFest
July 4th Fest at Sesame Place Philadelphia
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday from July 3 - July 5 at Sesame Place Philadelphia! Everyone's favorite friends will be available for a Meet & Greet in patriotic attire, and guests can watch as the spectacular “C is for Celebrate” Fireworks light up the sky above […]
July 4th FreedomFest
July 4th FreedomFest is an annual Independence Day celebration at Pleasant Hill Park in Northeast Philadelphia. It is an inclusive, free, family-friendly festival along the Delaware River. Enjoy live music, local performers, arts and culture activities, recreation, food vendors, and community programming in one of […]
Sunday, July 5, 2026
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July 5, 2026 -July 4th Fest at Sesame Place Philadelphia
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July 5, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest
July 4th Fest at Sesame Place Philadelphia
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday from July 3 - July 5 at Sesame Place Philadelphia! Everyone's favorite friends will be available for a Meet & Greet in patriotic attire, and guests can watch as the spectacular “C is for Celebrate” Fireworks light up the sky above […]
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest
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 […]


