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The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids
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Boathouse Row Light Display
For this holiday season, Boathouse Row is getting extra festive! Fairmount Park Conservancy and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation are lighting up the Schuylkill all season long with special holiday displays from now through New Year’s Day. Holiday Season Schedule: Dec 4-13: Winter Sparkle Dec 14-21: […]
Boathouse Row Light Display
For this holiday season, Boathouse Row is getting extra festive! Fairmount Park Conservancy and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation are lighting up the Schuylkill all season long with special holiday displays from now through New Year’s Day. Holiday Season Schedule: Dec 4-13: Winter Sparkle Dec 14-21: […]
Monday, December 8, 2025
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Tuesday, December 9, 2025
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Wednesday, December 10, 2025
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Thursday, December 11, 2025
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Friday, December 12, 2025
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December 12, 2025 -Lincoln Mill’s A Twisted Christmas
Lincoln Mill’s A Twisted Christmas
Lincoln Mill Haunted House presents A Twisted Christmas, Philadelphia's first and only holiday haunted house! For this season, cheer and terror come together for this Christmas-themed horror experience. This is perfect for those that love Halloween and Christmas while creating new memories with the family. […]
Saturday, December 13, 2025
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December 13, 2025 -Holidays in Franklin Square
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December 13, 2025 -Design & Tuft 101 Class
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December 13, 2025 -Holiday Brunch with Santa at Libertee Grounds
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December 13, 2025 -Open Play Saturdays
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December 13, 2025 -The Tapcracker by The Lady Hoofers
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December 13, 2025 -Winter Market at Bok
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December 13, 2025 -Family Fun Saturdays at Historic Fair Hill
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December 13, 2025 -German American Weekend at the Christmas Village
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December 13, 2025 -Philadelphia’s Christmas Village
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December 13, 2025 -Manayunk’s Jolly Trolley
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December 13, 2025 -The Tapcracker by The Lady Hoofers
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December 13, 2025 -Chilly Philly Mini Golf at Franklin Square
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December 13, 2025 -Gingerbread Rowhome Decorating at Mighty Bread Bakery & Cafe
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December 13, 2025 -Lincoln Mill’s A Twisted Christmas
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December 13, 2025 -The Tapcracker by The Lady Hoofers
Holidays in Franklin Square
Holidays in Franklin Square runs from November 20, 2025, to January 4, 2026, featuring the Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO, with hundreds of thousands of lights set to seasonal music. Guests can enjoy festive activities like Chilly Philly Mini Golf, Street Curling, fire […]
Design & Tuft 101 Class
Come to Design Gym to understand the design process with head coach and founder Erike as well as trying out tufting tools with Jayquan, who owns of Crimson Threads. This is just a session to know the process and tools. No pieces will be made.
$25
Holiday Brunch with Santa at Libertee Grounds
They're bringing in the man himself! On Saturday, December 13th, Libertee Grounds is throwing a festive Holiday Brunch featuring Santa. Guests can savor their favorite Libertee Grounds brunch favorites, complemented by an abundance of seasonal beverages. Families are encouraged to wear their holiday best for […]
Open Play Saturdays
Open Play hours at Baby Gear Group Jenkintown are the perfect outing for the family. With a train table, a play kitchen, costumes, books, and a variety of gross motor and creative and imagination toys for your walker, toddler and preschoolers will have no shortage […]
$15
The Tapcracker by The Lady Hoofers
This holiday season, The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble presents The Tapcracker, an all-tap take on the classic Nutcracker story. With the setting in a whimsical Paris and featuring over 40 dancers from the region, the show blends playful storytelling with rhythm and movement. Along with […]
Winter Market at Bok
It's the last market of the season, and it's the perfect chance to find that special gift or statement treasure! The studio will be open, and the West gym and halls will be filled with talented artists showcasing their work. Families won't want to miss […]
Family Fun Saturdays at Historic Fair Hill
Join Historic Fair Hill each Saturday afternoon for storytimes, games, arts & crafts, gardening, scavenger hunts, and more!
German American Weekend at the Christmas Village
Christmas Village celebrates German-American heritage on December 13-14 with traditional music, Schuhplattler dancing, and authentic German cuisine. The weekend includes live performances in traditional costumes and Sunday's German Games featuring bratwurst-eating, beer stein-holding, and pretzel toss competitions.
Free
Philadelphia’s Christmas Village
Enjoy the magic of the Christmas Village at City Hall and LOVE Park from November 22nd through December 24th. With free admission, visitors can experience an authentic German-style market filled with twinkling lights, festive treats, and handcrafted gifts. Some activities include riding the Ferris wheel, […]
Manayunk’s Jolly Trolley
Ride the festively decorated Jolly Trolley through Manayunk's twinkling holiday lights! Enjoy food and drink deals, shopping specials, and live entertainment as the trolley—decked with lights, decorations, and holiday music—makes stops at your favorite Main Street businesses. Special Guests (on trolley and strolling Main Street): […]
Free
The Tapcracker by The Lady Hoofers
This holiday season, The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble presents The Tapcracker, an all-tap take on the classic Nutcracker story. With the setting in a whimsical Paris and featuring over 40 dancers from the region, the show blends playful storytelling with rhythm and movement. Along with […]
Chilly Philly Mini Golf at Franklin Square
Franklin Square's beloved mini golf course transforms into Chilly Philly Mini Golf for the winter season, featuring festive lights, seasonal music, and playful wintertime decorations throughout all 18 holes. As Center City's only outdoor mini golf course, families can enjoy the holidays with a fun […]
Gingerbread Rowhome Decorating at Mighty Bread Bakery & Cafe
Mighty Bread Bakery & Cafe's beloved Philadelphia Gingerbread Rowhome class comes back for this holiday season. This includes hands-on instruction, dinner, drinks, and take-home treats for the couple or family (child (ages 6+) plus adult). The baking is already done by Might Bread, so all […]
$225
Lincoln Mill’s A Twisted Christmas
Lincoln Mill Haunted House presents A Twisted Christmas, Philadelphia's first and only holiday haunted house! For this season, cheer and terror come together for this Christmas-themed horror experience. This is perfect for those that love Halloween and Christmas while creating new memories with the family. […]
The Tapcracker by The Lady Hoofers
This holiday season, The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble presents The Tapcracker, an all-tap take on the classic Nutcracker story. With the setting in a whimsical Paris and featuring over 40 dancers from the region, the show blends playful storytelling with rhythm and movement. Along with […]
Sunday, December 14, 2025
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December 14, 2025 -Holidays in Franklin Square
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December 14, 2025 -German American Weekend at the Christmas Village
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December 14, 2025 -Philadelphia’s Christmas Village
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December 14, 2025 -Family Funday with PopUpPlay
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December 14, 2025 -The Tapcracker by The Lady Hoofers
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December 14, 2025 -Historic Holiday Tea Experience at Carpenters’ Hall
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December 14, 2025 -Chilly Philly Mini Golf at Franklin Square
Holidays in Franklin Square
Holidays in Franklin Square runs from November 20, 2025, to January 4, 2026, featuring the Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO, with hundreds of thousands of lights set to seasonal music. Guests can enjoy festive activities like Chilly Philly Mini Golf, Street Curling, fire […]
German American Weekend at the Christmas Village
Christmas Village celebrates German-American heritage on December 13-14 with traditional music, Schuhplattler dancing, and authentic German cuisine. The weekend includes live performances in traditional costumes and Sunday's German Games featuring bratwurst-eating, beer stein-holding, and pretzel toss competitions.
Free
Philadelphia’s Christmas Village
Enjoy the magic of the Christmas Village at City Hall and LOVE Park from November 22nd through December 24th. With free admission, visitors can experience an authentic German-style market filled with twinkling lights, festive treats, and handcrafted gifts. Some activities include riding the Ferris wheel, […]
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 […]
The Tapcracker by The Lady Hoofers
This holiday season, The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble presents The Tapcracker, an all-tap take on the classic Nutcracker story. With the setting in a whimsical Paris and featuring over 40 dancers from the region, the show blends playful storytelling with rhythm and movement. Along with […]
Historic Holiday Tea Experience at Carpenters’ Hall
Celebrate the holiday season with afternoon tea and Dolley Madison at historic Carpenters’ Hall, where the First Continental Congress once met. Enjoy sweet and savory treats* while learning how tea shaped colonial life and the American Revolution. *Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available (email emilywinters@carpentershall.org […]
$85
Chilly Philly Mini Golf at Franklin Square
Franklin Square's beloved mini golf course transforms into Chilly Philly Mini Golf for the winter season, featuring festive lights, seasonal music, and playful wintertime decorations throughout all 18 holes. As Center City's only outdoor mini golf course, families can enjoy the holidays with a fun […]