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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Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Children's Department Ground Floor - Room 22, Philadelphia
Rock to the Future MusiCore Kensington Summer Showcase
2463 Emerald St 2463 Emerald St, Philadelphia
Week of Events
Monday, July 27, 2026
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July 27, 2026 -Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
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July 27, 2026 -Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square
Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
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 […]
Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square
The Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square is back for 2026! During the Festival, Franklin Square is open and free during regular daytime hours. The Franklin Square Playground will be fully open and free both daytime and during the evening hours, accessible only from […]
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
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July 28, 2026 -Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
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July 28, 2026 -Ministry of Awe
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July 28, 2026 -Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square
Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
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
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 […]
Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square
The Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square is back for 2026! During the Festival, Franklin Square is open and free during regular daytime hours. The Franklin Square Playground will be fully open and free both daytime and during the evening hours, accessible only from […]
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
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July 29, 2026 -Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
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July 29, 2026 -Ministry of Awe
Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
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
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, July 30, 2026
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July 30, 2026 -Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
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July 30, 2026 -Ministry of Awe
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July 30, 2026 -Rock to the Future MusiCore Kensington Summer Showcase
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July 30, 2026 -Manayunk Stroll After Hours
Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
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
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 […]
Rock to the Future MusiCore Kensington Summer Showcase
Rock to the Future invites families and community members to celebrate the achievements and talents of its students at the Kensington Summer Showcase on Thursday, July 30th from 12:45- 2PM. After weeks of rehearsing and collaborating in bands, students will take the stage to close […]
Manayunk Stroll After Hours
Back for year two, Stroll After Hours returns to Manayunk this July—bigger, better, and buzzing every Thursday evening! After an incredible debut last summer, we’re expanding this open-air night market into an even more dynamic experience. Head down to Main Street to enjoy live music, […]
Friday, July 31, 2026
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July 31, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest
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July 31, 2026 -Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square
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July 31, 2026 -Raya and the Last Dragon: Movies on the Block
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July 31, 2026 -Friday Night Jazz Series
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July 31, 2026 -¡Bailar en FDR! Salsa Class and Social Dance
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest is one of the Philadelphia Waterfront's most beloved summertime traditions. The festival features roller skating, outdoor boardwalk games and rides, mini golf, and great food and drinks, all set against stunning views of the Delaware River and the Ben Franklin […]
Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square
The Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square is back for 2026! During the Festival, Franklin Square is open and free during regular daytime hours. The Franklin Square Playground will be fully open and free both daytime and during the evening hours, accessible only from […]
Raya and the Last Dragon: Movies on the Block
Calling all family and friends, come join the Philadelphia Film Society’s annual Movies on the Block movie night at Guerin Recreation Center! In collaboration with the Guerin Advisory Council, Parks and Recreation and EMIR Healing Center, the evening will include a screening of RAYA AND […]
Friday Night Jazz Series
Families can catch free live jazz on the waterfront at Spruce Street Harbor Park, featuring an exceptional lineup of musicians in partnership with Rising Sun Presents. Think skyline views, soulful music, food, drinks, and a laid-back lounge atmosphere. Open to all ages and not to […]
¡Bailar en FDR! Salsa Class and Social Dance
Bailar is back! Now in its sixth season, this popular dance class and social event is open to all levels of salsa experience. Join Fairmount Park Conservancy and DJ Valentin of Dance Philly on the Gateway Plaza in FDR Park and enjoy pay-as-you-go food from Taqueria Morales. FREE.
Saturday, August 1, 2026
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August 1, 2026 -Fitler Square Farmers Market
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August 1, 2026 -Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park
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August 1, 2026 -Clark Park Farmers Market
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August 1, 2026 -Tai Chi at Spruce Street Harbor Park
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August 1, 2026 -La Placita Fest Philly
Fitler Square Farmers Market
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 […]
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 […]
Clark Park Farmers Market
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 […]
Tai Chi at Spruce Street Harbor Park
Families and individuals can start their Saturdays with movement, mindfulness, and waterfront views at Tai Chi at Spruce Street Harbor Park. This relaxing weekly experience combines Tai Chi and guided meditation on the park's double-decker barge along the Delaware River. Focused on slow, intentional movement […]
La Placita Fest Philly
La Placita Fest returns for the 3rd year in a row, bringing electric vibes as the community celebrates Puerto Rican culture. The festival is a family-friendly event centered on Latin heritage, including live music, dance, food, and community connection. Live DJ sets are scheduled throughout […]
Sunday, August 2, 2026
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August 2, 2026 -Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park
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August 2, 2026 -ACANA Festival part of the PECO Multicultural Series
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August 2, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest
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 […]
ACANA Festival part of the PECO Multicultural Series
Join us for the 18th Annual ACANA African Festival, part of the PECO Multicultural Series. It is FREE and OPEN to the public. All ages are welcome. Rain or shine. Don’t miss the largest African festival on the East Coast, which celebrates the African diaspora […]
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest is one of the Philadelphia Waterfront's most beloved summertime traditions. The festival features roller skating, outdoor boardwalk games and rides, mini golf, and great food and drinks, all set against stunning views of the Delaware River and the Ben Franklin […]

