Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Children's Department Ground Floor - Room 22, Philadelphia
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We Walk PHL Fall Season: Cobbs Creek Park
Cobbs Creek Recreation Center 280 Cobbs Creek Parkway, Philadelphia
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Week of Events
Monday, October 26, 2026
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October 26, 2026 -Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
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October 26, 2026 -We Walk PHL Fall Season: Cobbs Creek Park
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October 26, 2026 -Mummy vs Minions On Skate
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 […]
Free
We Walk PHL Fall Season: Cobbs Creek Park
Join We Walk PHL at Cobbs Creek Park at 61st! We Walk PHL is a program in partnership between Fairmount Park Conservancy, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation that offers free weekly walking groups at various public parks throughout the city. […]
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Mummy vs Minions On Skate
Get ready for a spooktacular night on the rink at the Mummy vs. Minion Skate on Monday, October 26, from 6:30–9 p.m.! Admission is just $3, with skate rentals for $6, and the evening features fun challenges, a snowball fight, and special Mummy Icees for […]
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
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October 27, 2026 -We Walk PHL Fall Season: FDR Park
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October 27, 2026 -Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
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October 27, 2026 -We Walk PHL Fall Season: East Fairmount Park at Discovery Center
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October 27, 2026 -Pumpkin Painting Contest
We Walk PHL Fall Season: FDR Park
Join We Walk PHL at FDR Park! We Walk PHL is a program in partnership between Fairmount Park Conservancy, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation that offers free weekly walking groups at various public parks throughout the city. This program welcomes […]
Free
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 […]
Free
We Walk PHL Fall Season: East Fairmount Park at Discovery Center
Join We Walk PHL in East Fairmount Park at The Discovery Center! We Walk PHL is a program in partnership between Fairmount Park Conservancy, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation that offers free weekly walking groups at various public parks throughout […]
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Pumpkin Painting Contest
Head to Cheltenham Township for this $10 pumpkin painting contest. Ages 6 and up are welcome to celebrate the season! All supplies (pumpkin, paints, brushes) and provided for this festive and fun-filled event!
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
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October 28, 2026 -Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
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October 28, 2026 -We Walk PHL Fall Season: East Fairmount Park at Mander Playground
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 […]
Free
We Walk PHL Fall Season: East Fairmount Park at Mander Playground
Join We Walk PHL at East Fairmount Park at Mander Recreation Center! We Walk PHL is a program in partnership between Fairmount Park Conservancy, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation that offers free weekly walking groups at various public parks throughout […]
Free
Thursday, October 29, 2026
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October 29, 2026 -Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
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October 29, 2026 -FREE Sunset Paddles with Riverways
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October 29, 2026 -We Walk PHL Fall Season: Bartram’s Garden
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 […]
Free
FREE Sunset Paddles with Riverways
In partnership with the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation, join Riverways for a free trip on the Delaware River every Thursday in October, beginning near Cherry St Pier. Paddle with friends and neighbors as the sun sets and experience Philadelphia from a whole new perspective. Each […]
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We Walk PHL Fall Season: Bartram’s Garden
Join We Walk PHL at Bartram's Garden! We Walk PHL is a program in partnership between Fairmount Park Conservancy, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation that offers free weekly walking groups at various public parks throughout the city. This program welcomes […]
Free
Friday, October 30, 2026
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October 30, 2026 -Yoga at the Historic St. George’s Museum
Yoga at the Historic St. George’s Museum
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.
Saturday, October 31, 2026
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October 31, 2026 -We Walk PHL Fall Season: FDR Park
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October 31, 2026 -Fitler Square Farmers Market
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October 31, 2026 -We Walk PHL Fall Season: Fotterall Square Park
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October 31, 2026 -Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park
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October 31, 2026 -Clark Park Farmers Market
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October 31, 2026 -We Walk PHL Fall Season: Carroll Park
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October 31, 2026 -PopUpPlay’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Cherry Street Pier
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October 31, 2026 -East Passyunk Fall Fest
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October 31, 2026 -Halloween 2026 at the Museum of the American Revolution
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October 31, 2026 -Great Pumpkin Glow Event
We Walk PHL Fall Season: FDR Park
Join We Walk PHL at FDR Park! We Walk PHL is a program in partnership between Fairmount Park Conservancy, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation that offers free weekly walking groups at various public parks throughout the city. This program welcomes […]
Free
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 […]
We Walk PHL Fall Season: Fotterall Square Park
Join We Walk PHL at Fotterall Square Park! We Walk PHL is a program in partnership between Fairmount Park Conservancy, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation that offers free weekly walking groups at various public parks throughout the city. This program […]
Free
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 […]
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We Walk PHL Fall Season: Carroll Park
Join We Walk PHL at Carroll Park! We Walk PHL is a program in partnership between Fairmount Park Conservancy, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation that offers free weekly walking groups at various public parks throughout the city. This program welcomes […]
Free
PopUpPlay’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Cherry Street Pier
Get ready for a not-so-scary Halloween celebration at Cherry Street Pier! Join PopUpPlay for a family-friendly Halloween party packed with costumes, trick-or-treating, games, crafts, treats, and plenty of creative fun.Tickets: $20 per person | $70 for four Come dressed in your Halloween best and help […]
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East Passyunk Fall Fest
Families are invited to join the spooktacular Fall Fest celebration on October 26th along East Passyunk Avenue. Kids and adults can participate in pumpkin carving and creative arts activities, and trick or treating. Guests can also browse craft and arts vendors throughout the event. Free […]
Halloween 2026 at the Museum of the American Revolution
This Halloween, Oct. 31, join friends and neighbors at the Museum of the American Revolution and online for Revolutionary family-friendly frights and fun, including turnip-carving demonstrations, Revolutionary stencils for your jack-o-lantern, and more. Turnip-Carving Demonstrations Rotunda | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Learn from a […]
Great Pumpkin Glow Event
The Great Pumpkin Glow is a brand-new experience lighting up Swedesboro, NJ, perfect for a fun night out with friends or a family trip to remember. Thousands of glowing jack o'lanterns fill the night. Walk through huge pumpkin displays, snap some pics at fun photo […]
Sunday, November 1, 2026
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