Family Fun Saturdays at Historic Fair Hill
Historic Fair Hill 2901 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin Historic Fair Hill each Saturday afternoon for storytimes, games, arts & crafts, gardening, scavenger hunts, and more!
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 Historic Fair Hill each Saturday afternoon for storytimes, games, arts & crafts, gardening, scavenger hunts, and more!
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 […]
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, […]
Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market The Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market is back for the 2026 holiday season. From November 13, 2026, to January 1, 2027, immerse yourself in the festive spirit, featuring over 40 local vendors from the Philadelphia area and the tri-state area. […]
Taught and led by Lindsey Gill, a certified yoga instructor, Chair Yoga uses a chair instead of a mat to make yoga more accessible for those with knee and wrist limitations. Please wear comfortable clothing and prepare to have fun. No prior experience or registration […]
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, […]
Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market The Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market is back for the 2026 holiday season. From November 13, 2026, to January 1, 2027, immerse yourself in the festive spirit, featuring over 40 local vendors from the Philadelphia area and the tri-state area. […]
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 […]
At the Museum of the American Revolution, families can view The Declaration’s Journey exhibit, presented by Griffin Catalyst, which marks the 250th anniversary of the nation's founding. Come together to explore the history and global impact of the Declaration of Independence from 1776 to current […]
Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market The Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market is back for the 2026 holiday season. From November 13, 2026, to January 1, 2027, immerse yourself in the festive spirit, featuring over 40 local vendors from the Philadelphia area and the tri-state area. […]
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!
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 […]
At the Museum of the American Revolution, families can view The Declaration’s Journey exhibit, presented by Griffin Catalyst, which marks the 250th anniversary of the nation's founding. Come together to explore the history and global impact of the Declaration of Independence from 1776 to current […]
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 […]
Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market The Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market is back for the 2026 holiday season. From November 13, 2026, to January 1, 2027, immerse yourself in the festive spirit, featuring over 40 local vendors from the Philadelphia area and the tri-state area. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market The Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market is back for the 2026 holiday season. From November 13, 2026, to January 1, 2027, immerse yourself in the festive spirit, featuring over 40 local vendors from the Philadelphia area and the tri-state area. […]
On Wednesdays at Parkway Central Library, independent readers and children can practice their reading skills with a certified therapy dog from Comfort Caring Canines. Dogs will be accompanied by their handler during this program, and each child will be assigned individual time to read to […]
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 […]
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 […]
At the Museum of the American Revolution, families can view The Declaration’s Journey exhibit, presented by Griffin Catalyst, which marks the 250th anniversary of the nation's founding. Come together to explore the history and global impact of the Declaration of Independence from 1776 to current […]
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 […]
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, […]
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, […]
Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market The Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market is back for the 2026 holiday season. From November 13, 2026, to January 1, 2027, immerse yourself in the festive spirit, featuring over 40 local vendors from the Philadelphia area and the tri-state area. […]
Ease into the weekend with free yoga and meditation every Friday in Old City this August and September. We recommend bringing a mat! Please note, sessions are held between two venues. Yoga & meditation sessions take place weekly at Historic St. George's Museum & Christ Church.
Newlin Grist Mill and Wild Birds Unlimited (Glen Mills) have teamed up to explore the wonderful world of bird life! Join them for monthly naturalist-led walks through the 160-acre park at Newlin Grist Mill. They will meet year-round residents, visit exciting migrants, and learn the […]
Established in 2003 and now run directly by Brogue Hydroponics, this market is located in picturesque Fitler Square Park. The year-round market is a regular Saturday morning routine for residents of the neighborhood. The Food Trust is proud to include Fitler Square Farmers Market as […]
Established in West Philly in 1998, this market is one of The Food Trust’s largest with a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, baked and canned goods, meats and specialty products. Clark Park Saturday market is a neighborhood favorite that operates year-round thanks to support from […]
Practice beginner-friendly yoga on Saturdays at Lawncrest Library! Stretch the body and mind with yoga led by Elizabeth from Yoga4Philly. Mats provided but feel free to bring own mats. Please wear comfortable, warm clothes. All ages welcome.
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, […]
Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market The Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market is back for the 2026 holiday season. From November 13, 2026, to January 1, 2027, immerse yourself in the festive spirit, featuring over 40 local vendors from the Philadelphia area and the tri-state area. […]
Volunteers can help Newlin Grist Mill and make the park a better place for wildlife and people! The Habitat Stewards group meets once a month to work on outdoor tasks related to habitat restoration and species conservation. Projects vary by month but include things like […]
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, […]