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The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids
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Week of Events
Monday, April 6, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
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April 7, 2026 -Ministry of Awe
Ministry of Awe
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 […]
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
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April 8, 2026 -Ministry of Awe
Ministry of Awe
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 […]
Thursday, April 9, 2026
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April 9, 2026 -Ministry of Awe
Ministry of Awe
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 […]
Friday, April 10, 2026
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April 10, 2026 -Made in Philadelphia Spring Market
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April 10, 2026 -Philly Otaku Fest 4.0 at Cherry Street Pier
Made in Philadelphia Spring Market
From April 10 to 12, 2026, Dilworth Park on the west side of Philadelphia City Hall welcomes the return of the Made in Philadelphia Market Series in the heart of Center City. This outdoor spring market offers a cheerful way to enjoy the season and […]
Philly Otaku Fest 4.0 at Cherry Street Pier
Philly Otaku Fest is bringing cosplay, J-fashion, gaming, idols, J-rock, and nerdcore music together for one high-energy weekend celebration. Browse 70+ vendors with art, collectibles, and merch, and grab Japanese street food from local food trucks.
Saturday, April 11, 2026
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April 11, 2026 -Kid & Baby Clothing Swap at the Children’s Community School
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April 11, 2026 -Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park
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April 11, 2026 -Music Appreciation Day at Please Touch Museum
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April 11, 2026 -Philly Otaku Fest 4.0 at Cherry Street Pier
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April 11, 2026 -Made in Philadelphia Spring Market
Kid & Baby Clothing Swap at the Children’s Community School
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 […]
Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park
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 […]
Music Appreciation Day at Please Touch Museum
On Saturday, April 11, bring the family at Please Touch Museum for a special day of music with young musicians! This event features performances from the Philadelphia Youth Concert Band and the Philadelphia Youth Orchestra: Tune Up Philly. To view the day's schedule, visit their […]
Philly Otaku Fest 4.0 at Cherry Street Pier
Philly Otaku Fest is bringing cosplay, J-fashion, gaming, idols, J-rock, and nerdcore music together for one high-energy weekend celebration. Browse 70+ vendors with art, collectibles, and merch, and grab Japanese street food from local food trucks.
Made in Philadelphia Spring Market
From April 10 to 12, 2026, Dilworth Park on the west side of Philadelphia City Hall welcomes the return of the Made in Philadelphia Market Series in the heart of Center City. This outdoor spring market offers a cheerful way to enjoy the season and […]
Sunday, April 12, 2026
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April 12, 2026 -Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park
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April 12, 2026 -Philly Otaku Fest 4.0 at Cherry Street Pier
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April 12, 2026 -PECO Family Jams: Tile Portraits at Philadelphia Magic Gardens
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April 12, 2026 -Made in Philadelphia Spring Market
Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park
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 […]
Philly Otaku Fest 4.0 at Cherry Street Pier
Philly Otaku Fest is bringing cosplay, J-fashion, gaming, idols, J-rock, and nerdcore music together for one high-energy weekend celebration. Browse 70+ vendors with art, collectibles, and merch, and grab Japanese street food from local food trucks.
PECO Family Jams: Tile Portraits at Philadelphia Magic Gardens
At the current exhibition at Philadelphia Magic Gardens, “Face to Face,” guests can explore the mosaicked portraits of Isaiah Zagar, founding artist of the Magic Gardens. Sometimes Isaiah painted an entire portrait on a single salvaged tile. In this exhibition, he often painted a single […]
Free – $15
Made in Philadelphia Spring Market
From April 10 to 12, 2026, Dilworth Park on the west side of Philadelphia City Hall welcomes the return of the Made in Philadelphia Market Series in the heart of Center City. This outdoor spring market offers a cheerful way to enjoy the season and […]