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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Mini Makers Robotics Class with Brooklyn Robot Foundry
SnowBot Philly East, LLC 12 West Glenside Avenue, Glenside
Baby Whale & the Plastic Ocean
Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne
Semlor & a Movie at American Swedish Historical Museum
American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadelphia
Anime Skate Night at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink 101 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink 101 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia
Hearts and Crafts Kids Ball at Cherry Street Pier
Cherry Street Pier 121 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia
Chair Yoga at South Philadelphia Library
South Philadelphia Library 1700 South Broad Street, PhiladelphiaWeek of Events
Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Monday, February 2, 2026
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February 2, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
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February 3, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
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February 4, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
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February 4, 2026 -Open Gym Hours at Design Gym
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Open Gym Hours at Design Gym
The community design studio in Norris Square welcomes everyone to Open Gym for drop-in hours for creative exploration and design play. Visitors can reset their minds, work on projects, try design tools and exercises, play creative games, browse the design library, or simply co-work in […]
Thursday, February 5, 2026
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February 5, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
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February 5, 2026 -Open Gym Hours at Design Gym
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Open Gym Hours at Design Gym
The community design studio in Norris Square welcomes everyone to Open Gym for drop-in hours for creative exploration and design play. Visitors can reset their minds, work on projects, try design tools and exercises, play creative games, browse the design library, or simply co-work in […]
Friday, February 6, 2026
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February 6, 2026 -Storytime + Design at Design Gym
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February 6, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
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February 6, 2026 -ESPN’s “Philly Phanfest” at Reading Terminal Market
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February 6, 2026 -Open Gym Hours at Design Gym
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February 6, 2026 -BLACKPRINT 20: Still We Teach. Still We Rise. Awards and Art Display
Storytime + Design at Design Gym
Design Gym invites everyone to Storytime + Design, a weekly creative experience that introduces design concepts through books and playful exercises. Each session explores a story and pairs it with hands-on activities that nurture creativity and design thinking. The program welcomes all ages and identities, […]
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
ESPN’s “Philly Phanfest” at Reading Terminal Market
ESPN pays homage to the city of Philadelphia, Eagles fandom and “The Philly Special,” the gutsiest play call in Super Bowl History, with the “Philly Phanfest." This is a free, one-day-only fan experience on Filbert Street at Reading Terminal Market that celebrates the premiere of […]
Open Gym Hours at Design Gym
The community design studio in Norris Square welcomes everyone to Open Gym for drop-in hours for creative exploration and design play. Visitors can reset their minds, work on projects, try design tools and exercises, play creative games, browse the design library, or simply co-work in […]
BLACKPRINT 20: Still We Teach. Still We Rise. Awards and Art Display
Come together for Free Library Exhibitions and Blackprint 20 in Parkway Central Library's Skyline Room for an art display and awards banquet honoring educator luminaries and the core ideal of freedom through education. Registration is required. Seats are limited; free tickets may be requested by […]
Saturday, February 7, 2026
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February 7, 2026 -Mini Makers Robotics Class with Brooklyn Robot Foundry
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February 7, 2026 -Baby Whale & the Plastic Ocean
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February 7, 2026 -Semlor & a Movie at American Swedish Historical Museum
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February 7, 2026 -Anime Skate Night at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest
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February 7, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
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February 7, 2026 -Family Fun Saturdays at Historic Fair Hill
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February 7, 2026 -Hearts and Crafts Kids Ball at Cherry Street Pier
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February 7, 2026 -Chair Yoga at South Philadelphia Library
Mini Makers Robotics Class with Brooklyn Robot Foundry
Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly's Mini Makers program brings the joy of building and creating to young learners ages 3–6 through weekly Saturday STEAM robotics classes in Glenside, PA, where little hands explore engineering and creativity in a screen-free environment—and every child takes home something they […]
Baby Whale & the Plastic Ocean
Come together for a spectacular performance by the Philadelphia Children's Theater! Baby Whale and the Plastic Ocean follows a young whale's journey to rescue Mommy Whale from a ghost net in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, with help from aquatic friends and human allies. This […]
Semlor & a Movie at American Swedish Historical Museum
At American Swedish Historical Museum, families can cozy up with a Swedish tradition and enjoy a Semla (a rich cardamom bun filled with almond paste and whipped cream). Semlor have been a beloved Swedish treat for centuries, commonly enjoyed on Fat Tuesday as part of […]
Anime Skate Night at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest
Come together in celebration of community, fandom, and winter excitement at this one-of-a-kind themed skate night hosted by Philly Otaku 215! This event features live music, shop the Otaku Market featuring 15+ vendors, and more! Register for this event.
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Family Fun Saturdays at Historic Fair Hill
Join Historic Fair Hill each Saturday afternoon for storytimes, games, arts & crafts, gardening, scavenger hunts, and more!
Hearts and Crafts Kids Ball at Cherry Street Pier
Come together for the 2nd Annual Hearts and Crafts Kids Ball in partnership with PopUp Play at Cherry Street Pier. This fun-filled Valentine’s event features creative activities, imaginative play, and festive excitement for grown-ups and little ones. This includes life-sized cardboard fairytale world (castles, dragons, gingerbread houses […]
Chair Yoga at South Philadelphia Library
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 […]
Sunday, February 8, 2026
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February 8, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
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February 8, 2026 -Family Funday with PopUpPlay
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Family Funday with PopUpPlay
Activities include boat building, puppet making, and even constructing a working catapult. Each week promises captivating experiences for kids of all ages with a new make-and-take activity. This event is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome. Activities are available on […]

