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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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Explore the unique history, traditions, and expressions of the Mexican celebration, Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. This full-day festival at Penn Museum offers fun for the whole family, including an arts activity, altar competition, artisan market, dance and music performances, and an […]
Celebrate the sweet and spooky season with a trick or treating at Franklin Square. Kids 10 and under are welcome for a family-friendly afternoon of candy and fun. Follow the trail in Franklin Square and get some sweets on Trick-or-Treat Street. This event is FREE! Capacity is […]
Join neighbors on Main Street for community trick-or-treating at participating local businesses. This is a festive and fun day for all ages, even your furry friends. Don’t forget your best costume!
Join in for a day full of entertainment, costume contests, carnival games, and more! The 6800-6900 blocks of Torresdale Ave will be blocked off for this event.
Come together for a day of free fun, community, and giving back! Enjoy live comedy, pack care kits for local kids and teens, donate coats and cold-weather gear, grab delicious bites from local favorites and much much more! Bring your friends and family and join […]
For over 30 years, the Ghost Tour of Philadelphia has entertained locals and tourists alike with haunting tales of the city’s lingering spirits. Based on the book, Ghost Stories of Philadelphia, the tour combines ghost stories, legends, and Philly’s remarkable history on a candlelight stroll […]
