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The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids
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Week of Events
Monday, April 20, 2026
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April 20, 2026 -Philadelphia Film Society’s Springfest 2026
Philadelphia Film Society’s Springfest 2026
SpringFest returns April 17 to 23, 2026, for a full week of storytelling that highlights the future of filmmaking. With more screens and an expanded lineup, the festival features a wide range of films from emerging voices, including creators from around the world and the […]
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
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April 21, 2026 -Philadelphia Film Society’s Springfest 2026
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April 21, 2026 -Ministry of Awe
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April 21, 2026 -Whisk & Wisdom with Elizabeth Halen of Flying Monkey Bakery
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April 21, 2026 -Design A Doodad: Travel Game Zine
Philadelphia Film Society’s Springfest 2026
SpringFest returns April 17 to 23, 2026, for a full week of storytelling that highlights the future of filmmaking. With more screens and an expanded lineup, the festival features a wide range of films from emerging voices, including creators from around the world and the […]
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 […]
Whisk & Wisdom with Elizabeth Halen of Flying Monkey Bakery
Families are invited to a special evening with Elizabeth Halen, owner and pastry chef of Flying Monkey Bakery, a beloved scratch bakery inside Philadelphia's iconic Reading Terminal Market. After setting aside a doctoral program in favor of her true passion, Elizabeth took over Flying Monkey […]
$35
Design A Doodad: Travel Game Zine
Join Design Gym and Goosepoop Games owner Jordan Dube to design a Travel Game Zine, and find out more about being a game designer on Tuesday, April 21, 6:00-8:00PM! What to expect: + 20-min focuses on a conversation with our guest designer's orgins and design […]
$35
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
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April 22, 2026 -Philadelphia Film Society’s Springfest 2026
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April 22, 2026 -Ministry of Awe
Philadelphia Film Society’s Springfest 2026
SpringFest returns April 17 to 23, 2026, for a full week of storytelling that highlights the future of filmmaking. With more screens and an expanded lineup, the festival features a wide range of films from emerging voices, including creators from around the world and the […]
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 23, 2026
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April 23, 2026 -Philadelphia Film Society’s Springfest 2026
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April 23, 2026 -Ministry of Awe
Philadelphia Film Society’s Springfest 2026
SpringFest returns April 17 to 23, 2026, for a full week of storytelling that highlights the future of filmmaking. With more screens and an expanded lineup, the festival features a wide range of films from emerging voices, including creators from around the world and the […]
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 24, 2026
No events on this day.
Saturday, April 25, 2026
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April 25, 2026 -Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park
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April 25, 2026 -Stevie The Inventor’s Build A Bot Class at Roxborough YMCA
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April 25, 2026 -Astronomy Day at The Franklin Institute
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April 25, 2026 -Naturepalooza at The Schuylkill Center
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April 25, 2026 -Once Upon A Glow: Stories in the Blacklight at Plays & Players Theatre
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April 25, 2026 -Camerata Philadelphia’s Season Finale at Church of the Holy Trinity Rittenhouse Square
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April 25, 2026 -Earth Day Party and Toy Swap at Rutabaga Toy Library
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April 25, 2026 -PopUpPlay’s Lantern Parade at Cherry Street Pier
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 […]
Stevie The Inventor’s Build A Bot Class at Roxborough YMCA
Families are invited to a special hands on STEM experience at the Roxborough YMCA. Stevie The Inventor’s Build A Bot Class offers children the chance to explore engineering in a fun and engaging way. During the session, each child will build their own motorized robot, […]
Astronomy Day at The Franklin Institute
Celebrate International Astronomy Day at The Franklin Institute. Spend the day unlocking the mysteries of the universe across four floors of out-of-this-world experiences, including the two-story Wondrous Space exhibit, Fels Planetarium, and the Holt & Miller Observatory. Featured Programming: Solar Viewing in Science Park: Safely […]
$23 – $29
Naturepalooza at The Schuylkill Center
Families are invited to celebrate Earth Day with the Schuylkill Center at Naturepalooza, one of the longest-running Earth Day celebrations in Philadelphia! This annual event offers something special for every member of the family. Explore the center-wide Nature Passport scavenger hunt, get creative with nature-based […]
Once Upon A Glow: Stories in the Blacklight at Plays & Players Theatre
Archedream invites you to a day of public performances. Saturday, April 25 at Plays & Players in Center City. Immerse yourself in an otherworldly dance experience with ArcheDream for Humankind. Our mesmerizing blacklight performances will transport you to a realm of wonder and awe. Step […]
$17.85
Camerata Philadelphia’s Season Finale at Church of the Holy Trinity Rittenhouse Square
Camerata Philadelphia concludes its 2025/2026 Center City Season at Church of the Holy Trinity Rittenhouse Square on Saturday, April 25. Led by Music Director & cellist Dr. Stephen Framil, the program includes Beethoven's Serenade in D for String Trio Op. 8, Francis Poulenc's Sonata for […]
Earth Day Party and Toy Swap at Rutabaga Toy Library
Come together at Rutabaga Toy Library for a joyful afternoon of community, creativity, and sustainability at Rutabaga’s Earth Day Party & Toy Swap! Bring friends, family, and neighbors to celebrate the planet with hands-on activities, music, and plenty of fun for all ages. Some activities […]
PopUpPlay’s Lantern Parade at Cherry Street Pier
PopUpPlay's Lantern Festival is lighting up Cherry Street Pier for a free, magical evening along the Philadelphia waterfront. Families of all ages are invited to craft their own lanterns and parade floats, then carry their creations through a glowing community parade along Cherry Street and […]
Sunday, April 26, 2026
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April 26, 2026 -Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park
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April 26, 2026 -BeBoppin and Books at Harriet’s Bookshop
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 […]
BeBoppin and Books at Harriet’s Bookshop
A children's literary event highlighting Jazz artist and music from the Harlem Renaissance. There will be stories and live music. Children are encouraged to wear costumes featuring their favorite musician or singer from that era.