101 Fun Things To Do With Kids in Philly

Discover family-friendly events with the Philadelphia Family Community Calendar. Our team adds fresh content every week to help you make the most of raising kids in Philly, from the baby and little ones-stage through the teen years and beyond! Please be sure to check with the host location about their health and safety protocols, as well as their registration requirements, prior to heading out!

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Father’s Day Express – West Chester Railroad

West Chester Railroad 230 E Market St, West Chester, PA

Take Dad on a relaxing train ride from West Chester to Glen Mills and return on his special day. During your brief layover in Glen Mills, you will be able to explore the historic Glen Mills train station as well as a picnic grove along […]

Pride Night

Citizens Bank Park 1 Citizens Bank Way, Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Phillies invite you to celebrate Philadelphia's rich LGBTQ+ culture at their annual Pride Night presented by The GIANT Company at Citizens Bank Park on Monday, June 17 when the Phillies host the San Diego Padres. All members of the LGBTQ+ community, as well as […]

Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square

Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The year of the dragon soars into summer 2024 as the spectacular Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square brings light and culture with magnificent steel-framed and silk-wrapped giant lighted artistic sculptures. The popular 200-foot-long dragon returns along with never-before-seen giant lantern displays. In addition […]

Kidchella Music Festival

Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse 3500 Reservoir Drive East Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Smith, in partnership with Wawa Welcome America, is thrilled to announce their Kidchella Music Festival, all while kicking off the celebration of their 125th Anniversary! This year, Kidchella will be a FREE, one-day summer festival featuring four dynamic, family-friendly musical artists and other family fun. […]

Manayunk Arts Festival

Main Street Manayunk Main St., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join in celebrating The 35th Annual Manayunk Arts Festival this year! Since 1990, the show has built itself into being the tri-state area’s largest outdoor, juried art festival featuring approximately 300 different local and nationally known artists and crafters. Collectors, buyers, and designers will visit […]

Event Series Saturday Free Boating

Saturday Free Boating

Bartram's Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Bartram's Garden free public boating programs are suitable for people of all ages and skill levels. They provide all equipment and instruction for kayaking or rowboating. No registration or experience is required. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. See their Boating FAQ for complete details.

Philadelphia Union Pride Night at Subaru Park

Subaru Park 2501 Seaport Drive, Chester, PA, United States

It’s a soccer-for-all celebration in Chester this June. Celebrate the region’s vibrant LGBTQ+ community and catch Philly's hometown soccer team go toe-to-toe with Charlotte FC during a special Pride Night match.

Firefly Walk

Armentrout Reserve End of Beale Road, Blue Bell, PA

Join Wissahickon Trails for a nighttime adventure at Armentrout Preserve! Their journey will start with a short introduction to learn about these enchanting creatures before taking a walk through the meadow to catch a glimpse of their mesmerizing bioluminescence.   Viewing containers will be available […]

Event Series Saturday Free Boating

Saturday Free Boating

Bartram's Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Bartram's Garden free public boating programs are suitable for people of all ages and skill levels. They provide all equipment and instruction for kayaking or rowboating. No registration or experience is required. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. See their Boating FAQ for complete details.

Red, White, & Blue To-Do

Old City North Third Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Philadelphia Historic District partners gear up for the first-ever Red, White, & Blue To-Do celebration for July 2, 2024, commemorating a day of “pomp and parade,” as declared by John Adams in 1776, encouraging visitors to celebrate independence in the place where it all began. […]

Welcome America Lego Event

Carpenters' Hall 320 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Make Lego buildings with help from members of the Carpenters’ Company, leading architects, engineers, and contractors, plus family-friendly activities in the courtyard. The event is presented in partnership with the Franklin Institute, whose first exhibit in 1824 was held in Carpenters’ Hall.

Event Series Saturday Free Boating

Saturday Free Boating

Bartram's Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Bartram's Garden free public boating programs are suitable for people of all ages and skill levels. They provide all equipment and instruction for kayaking or rowboating. No registration or experience is required. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. See their Boating FAQ for complete details.

Event Series Mommy & Me Mondays

Mommy & Me Mondays

Fox Chase Farm 8500 Pine Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Family fun for moms & children! Ages 1-5. Enjoy story time in the barn, visit the farm animals, and tour the gardens. Bring a snack and eat near the garden!

30th Annual Haddonfield Crafts and Fine Art Festival

Downtown Haddonfield Kings Highway, Haddonfield, NJ

It’s the 30th anniversary of Haddonfield Crafts and Fine Art Festival with more than 200 artists showcasing the best of fine art and craft from the region and beyond! This two-day outdoor festival, sponsored by Subaru, will be held Saturday, July 13 from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. and […]

Event Series Sensory-Friendly Mornings

Sensory-Friendly Mornings

The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Sensory-friendly mornings can be a comfortable, calmer way for museum visitors, especially those with sensory sensitivities, to explore the museum. These mornings will include: Advanced ticketing to help avoid lines Smaller crowds More tranquil sounds in exhibitions whenever possible, with soundscapes and roaring dinosaurs softened […]

Event Series Saturday Free Boating

Saturday Free Boating

Bartram's Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Bartram's Garden free public boating programs are suitable for people of all ages and skill levels. They provide all equipment and instruction for kayaking or rowboating. No registration or experience is required. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. See their Boating FAQ for complete details.

Event Series Mommy & Me Mondays

Mommy & Me Mondays

Fox Chase Farm 8500 Pine Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Family fun for moms & children! Ages 1-5. Enjoy story time in the barn, visit the farm animals, and tour the gardens. Bring a snack and eat near the garden!

Event Series Saturday Free Boating

Saturday Free Boating

Bartram's Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Bartram's Garden free public boating programs are suitable for people of all ages and skill levels. They provide all equipment and instruction for kayaking or rowboating. No registration or experience is required. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. See their Boating FAQ for complete details.

Event Series Mommy & Me Mondays

Mommy & Me Mondays

Fox Chase Farm 8500 Pine Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Family fun for moms & children! Ages 1-5. Enjoy story time in the barn, visit the farm animals, and tour the gardens. Bring a snack and eat near the garden!

Stroll The Street

Main Street Manayunk Main St., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Shop, dine, and stroll your way down Main Street during Stroll the Street. The series features live music, local vendors, activities, happy hour specials, and shopping deals all while leaning into the neighborhood’s creative community. June kicks off with Manayunk’s plein air competition, Plein on […]

Summer Fest at Celebree School of Fishtown

Celebree School of Fishtown 1400 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA

Get ready for some summer fun at the Celebree School of Fishtown! 🎉 Join Celebree School of Fishtown on July 27th, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM for a fantastic Summer Festival filled with excitement. They will have a bounce house, live music, delicious […]

Event Series Saturday Free Boating

Saturday Free Boating

Bartram's Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Bartram's Garden free public boating programs are suitable for people of all ages and skill levels. They provide all equipment and instruction for kayaking or rowboating. No registration or experience is required. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. See their Boating FAQ for complete details.

Event Series Mommy & Me Mondays

Mommy & Me Mondays

Fox Chase Farm 8500 Pine Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Family fun for moms & children! Ages 1-5. Enjoy story time in the barn, visit the farm animals, and tour the gardens. Bring a snack and eat near the garden!

Stroll The Street

Main Street Manayunk Main St., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Shop, dine, and stroll your way down Main Street during Stroll the Street. The series features live music, local vendors, activities, happy hour specials, and shopping deals all while leaning into the neighborhood’s creative community. June kicks off with Manayunk’s plein air competition, Plein on […]

Event Series Saturday Free Boating

Saturday Free Boating

Bartram's Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Bartram's Garden free public boating programs are suitable for people of all ages and skill levels. They provide all equipment and instruction for kayaking or rowboating. No registration or experience is required. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. See their Boating FAQ for complete details.

Event Series Mommy & Me Mondays

Mommy & Me Mondays

Fox Chase Farm 8500 Pine Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Family fun for moms & children! Ages 1-5. Enjoy story time in the barn, visit the farm animals, and tour the gardens. Bring a snack and eat near the garden!

Stroll The Street

Main Street Manayunk Main St., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Shop, dine, and stroll your way down Main Street during Stroll the Street. The series features live music, local vendors, activities, happy hour specials, and shopping deals all while leaning into the neighborhood’s creative community. June kicks off with Manayunk’s plein air competition, Plein on […]

Event Series Saturday Free Boating

Saturday Free Boating

Bartram's Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Bartram's Garden free public boating programs are suitable for people of all ages and skill levels. They provide all equipment and instruction for kayaking or rowboating. No registration or experience is required. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. See their Boating FAQ for complete details.

Event Series Mommy & Me Mondays

Mommy & Me Mondays

Fox Chase Farm 8500 Pine Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Family fun for moms & children! Ages 1-5. Enjoy story time in the barn, visit the farm animals, and tour the gardens. Bring a snack and eat near the garden!

Stroll The Street

Main Street Manayunk Main St., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Shop, dine, and stroll your way down Main Street during Stroll the Street. The series features live music, local vendors, activities, happy hour specials, and shopping deals all while leaning into the neighborhood’s creative community. June kicks off with Manayunk’s plein air competition, Plein on […]

Event Series Saturday Free Boating

Saturday Free Boating

Bartram's Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Bartram's Garden free public boating programs are suitable for people of all ages and skill levels. They provide all equipment and instruction for kayaking or rowboating. No registration or experience is required. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. See their Boating FAQ for complete details.

Event Series Sensory-Friendly Mornings

Sensory-Friendly Mornings

The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Sensory-friendly mornings can be a comfortable, calmer way for museum visitors, especially those with sensory sensitivities, to explore the museum. These mornings will include: Advanced ticketing to help avoid lines Smaller crowds More tranquil sounds in exhibitions whenever possible, with soundscapes and roaring dinosaurs softened […]