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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Baby Whale & the Plastic Ocean

Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne

Come together for a spectacular performance by the Philadelphia Children's Theater! Baby Whale and the Plastic Ocean follows a young whale's journey to rescue Mommy Whale from a ghost net in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, with help from aquatic friends and human allies. This […]

$17.85

Hearts and Crafts Kids Ball at Cherry Street Pier

Cherry Street Pier 121 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia

Come together for the 2nd Annual Hearts and Crafts Kids Ball in partnership with PopUp Play at Cherry Street Pier. This fun-filled Valentine’s event features creative activities, imaginative play, and festive excitement for grown-ups and little ones. This includes life-sized cardboard fairytale world (castles, dragons, gingerbread houses […]

$20