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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Join We Walk PHL at Fernhill Park! We Walk PHL is a program in partnership between Fairmount Park Conservancy, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation that offers free weekly walking groups at various public parks throughout the city. This program welcomes […]
Relax and recharge during Wellness on the Waterfront presented by Independence Blue Cross with Three Queens Yoga every Monday (6PM), Thursday (6PM), and Sunday (10AM). Join fellow fanatics in this series of summer fitness classes, including yoga and more at Race Street Pier. Bring a […]
Families are warmly invited to discover the Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park, a Philadelphia tradition over 35 years in the making, officially opening for the 2026 season on Saturday, April 4 and open every weekend until October 31. More than a market, this vibrant […]
Experience the exhilarating sounds of Odesa with Kommuna Lux, internationally acclaimed for their irresistible blend of Ukrainian folk, klezmer, Balkan swing, jazz and disco. Come for the music. Stay for the mission: this special benefit supports food, safety, counseling and trauma recovery for Ukraine’s children […]
This dynamic mixed bill showcases the energy, creativity, and spirit of American ballet through works by Jerome Robbins, George Balanchine, and Eliot Feld. From Robbins’ vibrant Fancy Free to Balanchine’s jazzy Who Cares? (Concert Version) and patriotic Stars and Stripes, as well as Feld’s bold […]
Join Curtis Symphony Orchestra and Grammy Award-winning conductor-composer Teddy Abrams (’08) for an afternoon of vivid symphonic storytelling. The program opens with Beethoven’s Symphony No. 8, showcasing the composer’s knack for mischief and irony, complete with a witty imitation of a metronome and a tip […]
For over 30 years, the Ghost Tour of Philadelphia has entertained locals and tourists alike with haunting tales of the city’s lingering spirits. Based on the book, Ghost Stories of Philadelphia, the tour combines ghost stories, legends, and Philly’s remarkable history on a candlelight stroll […]
