Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Children's Department Ground Floor - Room 22, Philadelphia
Free
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Monday, October 12, 2026
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October 12, 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 […]
Free
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
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October 13, 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 […]
Free
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
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October 14, 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 […]
Free
Thursday, October 15, 2026
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October 15, 2026 -Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
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October 15, 2026 -FREE Sunset Paddles with Riverways
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 […]
Free
FREE Sunset Paddles with Riverways
In partnership with the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation, join Riverways for a free trip on the Delaware River every Thursday in October, beginning near Cherry St Pier. Paddle with friends and neighbors as the sun sets and experience Philadelphia from a whole new perspective. Each […]
Free
Friday, October 16, 2026
No events on this day.
Saturday, October 17, 2026
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October 17, 2026 -Philly Bike Ride 2026
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October 17, 2026 -SuperGameDay Takeover: Outbreak at Cherry Street Pier
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October 17, 2026 -cinéKIDZ presents Turning Red—in partnership with YES!
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October 17, 2026 -Chestnut Hill’s Ghost Walk Stories
Philly Bike Ride 2026
Philly Bike Ride is thrilled to announce the return of its event on Saturday, October 17, 2026, beginning at 7:30 a.m. Now celebrating its fifth year, Philly Bike Ride has become a mainstay on Philadelphia's fall event calendar, drawing riders from across the United States […]
$95
SuperGameDay Takeover: Outbreak at Cherry Street Pier
Head over to Cherry Street Pier for an action-packed day with food, vendors, drinks, tournaments, live music, a family movie section, cosplay, streamers, community activities, a martial arts showcase, and more! Parking on-site will be limited due to construction on the I-95 CAP. However, there […]
cinéKIDZ presents Turning Red—in partnership with YES!
You're invited to join cinéSPEAK for the inaugural season of cinéKIDZ! cinéKIDZ invites children ages 3 to 10 and their caregivers to discover magical worlds, unforgettable characters, and stories that inspire curiosity, kindness, and wonder. Each free monthly gathering transforms the library into a playful […]
Free
Chestnut Hill’s Ghost Walk Stories
Sign up for a ghost walk slot to hear four scary stories along a short route from the Chestnut Hill Library to Hilltop Books. At each stop, participants will enjoy a short story from a live, costumed storyteller. This event is suitable for kids and […]
Sunday, October 18, 2026
No events on this day.