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The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids
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VIVA Padel & Pickleball Club Grand Opening Weekend
VIVA Padel & Pickleball Club is a premium sports and recreation facility located in Center City Philadelphia. They provide a vibrant, high-energy environment for padel and pickleball enthusiasts of all skill levels. Join them for their opening weekend! FRI JUN 6 5:00-9:00PM | VIVA Grand […]
Monday, June 2, 2025
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Tuesday, June 3, 2025
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June 3, 2025 -Meet the Author! Andrea Tsurumi
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June 3, 2025 -Yoga On The Pier
Meet the Author! Andrea Tsurumi
Join Kingsessing Library for a visit with local author and illustrator Andrea Tsurumi. From Accident! and Crab Cake to Mr. Watson’s Chickens, their beloved books are packed with hilarious visuals and amusing, thought-provoking stories. Andrea will read their picture books, talk about their experience making […]
Yoga On The Pier
Join Riverfront North and Roots2Rise for an all levels outdoor flow at Pennypack on the Delaware, Tuesdays from 6-7 pm! All ages and abilities are welcome. This class is made possible by the Riverfront North Partnership. Class is free but donations are welcome and will […]
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
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June 4, 2025 -Pride-a-Palooza Youth Celebration
Pride-a-Palooza Youth Celebration
Join Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence Region and the School District of Philadelphia for a summer kickoff youth Pride party. There will be music, vendors, food, a drag show, and a youth open stage.
Thursday, June 5, 2025
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June 5, 2025 -Philly’s Annual Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll
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June 5, 2025 -Arts on Center Stage
Philly’s Annual Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll
Visit Baltimore Street Thursday, June 5th for the biannual Dollar Stroll! Local vendors will be offering food and goods for only $1, $3, and $5! Listen to local musicians as you explore the many businesses participating in this event. The Dollar Stroll runs from 5 […]
Arts on Center Stage
Philadelphia’s robust network of arts and culture organizations will be celebrated every week as they perform in the center of the city. The performances will range from orchestral serenades and ballet ensembles to jazz instrumentals and more. Attendance is free for all, but seating in […]
Friday, June 6, 2025
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June 6, 2025 -Swedish National Day at the American Swedish Historical Museum
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June 6, 2025 -Meet the History Makers
Swedish National Day at the American Swedish Historical Museum
Celebrate Swedish National Day at the American Swedish Historical Museum! Learn about Sweden through guided tours at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. highlighting the history of the museum, and enjoy a special Swedish summer cake throughout the day. Tours and refreshments included with regular admission.
Meet the History Makers
Meet and greet History Makers, costumed historic interpreters who rehearse and train for months in preparation for an authentic, accurate, and interactive experience, as they bring to life some of the city’s most famous, and not-so-famous, citizens from the 18th and 19th centuries. Hear from […]
Saturday, June 7, 2025
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June 7, 2025 -Head for the Cure 5k – Philadelphia
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June 7, 2025 -Home Safety Event hosted by Kidde,The Home Depot & iHeartMedia
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June 7, 2025 -Pride at Please Touch Museum
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June 7, 2025 -Meet the History Makers
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June 7, 2025 -Juneteenth: Celebrating Literacy & Artistic Freedom
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June 7, 2025 -Evil Genius Beer Company’s Pride Block Party
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June 7, 2025 -Bacon, Beer, Bourbon & Country Music Festival
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June 7, 2025 -Music Theatre Philly presents “Seussical Jr.”
Head for the Cure 5k – Philadelphia
Participate in the Inaugural Head for the Cure 5K - Philadelphia, raising funds, awareness, and hope for the Philadelphia brain tumor community! Funds raised through this event will locally benefit brain tumor research at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Jefferson Health, Penn Medicine, Global Neurosciences Institute, […]
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Home Safety Event hosted by Kidde,The Home Depot & iHeartMedia
Kidde and The Home Depot invite parents and families to join them for a day of interactive home & fire safety education at The Home Depot on Saturday, June 7. The event will kick off with a Donation Drive-Thru “parade” featuring up to 25 area […]
Pride at Please Touch Museum
Celebrate Pride at the Please Touch Museum where every visitor is invited to embrace their unique identity in a vibrant, inclusive setting. Enjoy a dazzling musical performance, dive into an interactive storytime, and join a colorful parade!
Meet the History Makers
Meet and greet History Makers, costumed historic interpreters who rehearse and train for months in preparation for an authentic, accurate, and interactive experience, as they bring to life some of the city’s most famous, and not-so-famous, citizens from the 18th and 19th centuries. Hear from […]
Juneteenth: Celebrating Literacy & Artistic Freedom
To commemorate Juneteenth, The Athenaeum of Philadelphia and the African American Children’s Book Project and Literary Events and Projects are proud to present Juneteenth - Celebrating Literary and Artistic Freedom honoring EB Lewis, legendary fine artist, author, and illustrator. In this special event, EB Lewis will […]
Evil Genius Beer Company’s Pride Block Party
Head to Evil Genius' Fishtown taproom for their Pride Block Party. There will be a DJ, LGBTQ+ owned vendors, face painting, food trucks, and more! They are also re-releasing their charity brew, "#LoveisLove" exclusively at their taproom and will donate a portion of the funds […]
Bacon, Beer, Bourbon & Country Music Festival
Enjoy an afternoon of delicious food, refreshing drinks, and country music! The Bacon, Beer, Bourbon & Country Music Festival features live performances from a mix of well-known artists and rising stars, a selection of savory eats, and tastings of both beer and bourbon—plus the beautiful […]
Music Theatre Philly presents “Seussical Jr.”
Featuring Music Theatre Philly's K - 6 grade performers! Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat and all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life onstage in "Seussical Jr.", a fantastical musical extravaganza from Tony winners Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty. Horton […]
Sunday, June 8, 2025
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June 8, 2025 -Music Theatre Philly presents “Seussical Jr.”
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June 8, 2025 -PECO Family Jams: James Hampton Sculptures at Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens
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June 8, 2025 -Family Funday with PopUpPlay
Music Theatre Philly presents “Seussical Jr.”
Featuring Music Theatre Philly's K - 6 grade performers! Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat and all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life onstage in "Seussical Jr.", a fantastical musical extravaganza from Tony winners Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty. Horton […]
PECO Family Jams: James Hampton Sculptures at Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens
James Hampton, creator of The Throne of the Third Heaven of the Nations’ Millennium General Assembly, is one of the Art Environment creators who inspired Isaiah Zagar when he was making the Magic Gardens. Hampton used cardboard, foil, and found objects to build an elaborate shrine inside […]
Family Funday with PopUpPlay
Activities include boat building, puppet making, and even constructing a working catapult. Each week promises captivating experiences for kids of all ages with a new make-and-take activity. This event is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome. Activities are available on […]