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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  • Homeschool Hangout at Goldfish Swim School – Mount Laurel

    Goldfish Swim School - Mount Laurel 2036 Briggs Road, Suite 100, Mount Laurel Township, NJ, United States

    Join Goldfish Swim School – Mount Laurel on Monday, March 3, for a Homeschool Hangout. They will have open swim and even space to hang out and get homework done.

    $5
  • Black Girls Love Math Pi Day Family Fun Run

    Fairmount Park (Pi Day Run) Address: 41st and Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, United States

    Join Black Girls Love Math for their 3rd Annual 5K! Black Girls Love Math invites families to be a part of their Pi Day event, featuring fitness, fun, and a celebration of mathematics! This family-friendly walk/run will take place on Saturday, March 14th at 41st […]

    $31.40
  • DIY Snuffle Toys for Cats and Dogs at Chestnut Hill Library

    Chestnut Hill Library 8711 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Get crafty and enrich the lives of beloved pets! At Chestnut Hill Library, come together to make snuffle pet toys. This project involves sewing and steps range from simple to moderately challenging, and is best for ages 8 and up. Adults are recommended to attend […]

  • The Schuylkill Center Day-Off Camp

    The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagy's Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    When schools are closed, the Schuylkill Center stays open! Keep curious young minds and busy bodies active with the Schuylkill Center Day-Off Camp. Their trained educators lead students (grades K-6) on unique nature-themed explorations that take advantage of their science lab, Discovery Center, and 365 […]

    $80 – $90
  • Camerata Philadelphia – Schumann & Brahms

    Church of the Holy Trinity Rittenhouse Square 1904 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Camerata Philadelphia continues its 2025/2026 Center City Season at Church of the Holy Trinity Rittenhouse Square. Led by Music Director & cellist Dr. Stephen Framil, the program includes Robert Schumann's 5 Pieces in Folk Style for Cello & Piano Op. 102, Clara Schumann's 6 Lieder […]

  • Curtis Symphony Orchestra: Yannick Leads Mahler & Dawson

    Marian Anderson Hall 300 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Curtis Symphony Orchestra and Grammy award winner Yannick Nézet-Séguin for an evening of powerful musical storytelling. The program features William L. Dawson’s Negro Folk Symphony, a groundbreaking 1934 masterpiece that blends African American spirituals with classical symphonic traditions. Premiered by Leopold Stokowski and The […]

    $28 – $60
  • Author Laurie Halse Anderson Visit at Parkway Central Library

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

    Come together at Parkway Central Library for an exciting event with Laurie Halse Anderson, the award‑winning author of many amazing books for kids and teens! Laurie has stories that readers all over the world love—more than eight million copies of her books have been sold! […]

  • 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 […]

  • Family Fun Night at the National Constitution Center

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

    In celebration of America’s 250th, kick-off Spring Break with Family Fun Night at the National Constitution Center! Enjoy extended hours in the galleries, including the new America’s Founding exhibit, and a guided flashlight tour of Signers’ Hall. Try out 18th-century themed crafts, activities, and workshops […]

    $5
  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Kid & Baby Clothing Swap at the Children’s Community School

    The Children's Community School 1212 South 47th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Are the kids growing out of their clothes? Orr do they need a wardrobe refresh for spring/summer? The clothing swap at the Children's Community School is back? How: 1. Pack up decent-condition clothes and shoes that your kids no longer need. All sizes between newborn […]

  • 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 […]

  • Youth Choir – Singing City: Next Generation

    Presser Hall at Temple University 2001 North 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Love to sing? Come sing with us! Singing City: Next Generation is a FREE choir for kids and teens, as part of a collaboration between Singing City and Temple Music Prep's Community Music Scholars Program. Everyone is welcome and no audition required! Just come ready […]

  • 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 […]

  • Astronomy Day at The Franklin Institute

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

    Celebrate International Astronomy Day at The Franklin Institute. Spend the day unlocking the mysteries of the universe across four floors of out-of-this-world experiences, including the two-story Wondrous Space exhibit, Fels Planetarium, and the Holt & Miller Observatory. Featured Programming: Solar Viewing in Science Park: Safely […]

    $23 – $29
  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Riverbend’s Tadpole Transformations

    Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

    It’s that exciting time of the year again when the ponds fill to the brim with squirming tadpoles! Join Riverbend's Educators for this annual rite of spring that happens right here at Riverbend. Learn about the lifecycle of the amphibians that live at the preserve […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]