101 Fun Things To Do With Kids in Philly!


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Ice Dinosaurs Exhibit

The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia

Explore paleontology’s final frontier in Ice Dinosaurs, the Academy’s exciting new special exhibit. Transport yourself to the Late Cretaceous period in the Arctic Circle, where dinosaurs actually lived year-round in extreme polar environments. This brand-new, immersive and educational experience brings this era to life with animatronic […]

Spring Blooms at Longwood Gardens

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square

Visitors to Longwood Gardens this spring will discover a season of newness and beauty with Spring Blooms. The Gardens present their inaugural season featuring the Bonsai Courtyard, redesigned outdoor landscapes, and a newly imagined Idea Garden. This combination of elements establishes a unique experience of […]

The Hobbit at Arden Theatre Company

Arden Theatre Company 40 N 2nd St, Philadelphia

Bilbo Baggins embarks on an unexpected adventure filled with magic and mystery in The Hobbit at Arden Theatre Company. This exciting new stage production brings Tolkien's beloved story to life, as Bilbo travels through fantastical lands, encounters fascinating creatures, and discovers the power of friendship. […]

Easter Family Fun Day at the American Swedish Historical Museum

American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadelphia

Discover the unique traditions of a Swedish Easter at the American Swedish Historical Museum on April 6, 2025! Children can dress up as Easter witches with painted cheeks and freckles, enjoy face painting, and make crafts reflecting Swedish holiday customs. Unlike the religious focus in […]

Easter Family Day at the American Swedish Historical Museum

American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadelphia

Celebrate Easter like a Swede at the American Swedish Historical Museum’s Easter Family Day! Join the festivities on Sunday, April 6th, from 2-4 pm to experience Swedish Easter traditions. In Sweden, Easter kicks off with a trick-or-treat-like candy hunt on Maundy Thursday. Children dress up […]

$2 – $15