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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Daily: On the Land, In the Sea Exhibition
Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard 1001 Intrepid Avenue, Philadelphia
Presidents Day Weekend at the Museum of the American Revolution
Museum of the American Revolution 101 S 3rd St, Philadelphia
Presidents Day Celebration at the National Constitution Center
National Constitution Center 525 Arch Street, Philadelphia
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink 101 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia
DCS Symphony Explorers
McNichol Art Gallery, Thomas A. Bruder Life Center Neumann University 1 Neumann Dr, AstonWeek of Events
Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Monday, February 16, 2026
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February 16, 2026 -Daily: On the Land, In the Sea Exhibition
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February 16, 2026 -Presidents Day Weekend at the Museum of the American Revolution
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February 16, 2026 -Foundry Funday at Natural Creativity (Germantown)
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February 16, 2026 -Presidents Day Celebration at the National Constitution Center
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February 16, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
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February 16, 2026 -Craft & Create: Black Artists
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February 16, 2026 -DCS Symphony Explorers
Daily: On the Land, In the Sea Exhibition
An exhibition featuring artwork by Kathleen Greco and Andrea Bartine Caldarise exploring ocean life and natural landscapes will be on view starting from November 4, 2025 through April 14, 2026. Through their distinct styles, both artists explore patterns, textures, and forms found in nature. The […]
Presidents Day Weekend at the Museum of the American Revolution
Families can spend Presidents Day Weekend at the Museum of the American Revolution by exploring the lives of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. Through hands-on demonstrations, discovery carts, pop-up talks, crafts, and more, discover lesser-known stories from their legacies.
Foundry Funday at Natural Creativity (Germantown)
Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly offers Foundry Funday programs that transform school breaks and days off into exciting, screen-free robotics adventures where children build and take home a robot each day while developing STEM skills through hands-on learning, collaborative play, and creative problem-solving. This is designed […]
Presidents Day Celebration at the National Constitution Center
Celebrate Presidents Day Weekend at the National Constitution Center by exploring the role of the executive branch through the lives of the presidents. Be the first to explore the Centers’ newest permanent gallery America’s Founding, which takes visitors on a journey from the colonies’ growing […]
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Craft & Create: Black Artists
At Widener Library, families can admire Black artists and their art. Each week features a different Black artist and their unique style. Then, an interactive workshop occurs while honoring elements of their artistic style.
DCS Symphony Explorers
On Monday, February 16th, a free introduction to symphonic music for elementary and middle school students with a parent or guardian, sponsored by Delaware County Symphony. RSVP: symphonyexplorersdcs@gmail.com Directions: neumann.edu/about/directions.asp Campus Map (Building 3): explore.neumann.edu/hubfs/Website-PDFs/campus_map.pdf
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
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February 17, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
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February 17, 2026 -Yoga On The Pier
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
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, February 18, 2026
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February 18, 2026 -Daily: On the Land, In the Sea Exhibition
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February 18, 2026 -Kids Play at Springfield Mall
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February 18, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Daily: On the Land, In the Sea Exhibition
An exhibition featuring artwork by Kathleen Greco and Andrea Bartine Caldarise exploring ocean life and natural landscapes will be on view starting from November 4, 2025 through April 14, 2026. Through their distinct styles, both artists explore patterns, textures, and forms found in nature. The […]
Kids Play at Springfield Mall
Come together at Springfield Mall for a free kids event on every third Wednesday of each month, beginning Wednesday, January 21st through Wednesday, August 19th. Kids Play provides free entertainment and discounts for toddlers and their caretakers. Events include a variety of fun activities, entertainment, […]
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Thursday, February 19, 2026
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February 19, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
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February 19, 2026 -Calligraphy Workshop
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Calligraphy Workshop
Families can come together for an interactive workshop that explores one of the oldest and most respected art forms in China, which is Chinese Calligraphy. This art form stretches back more than 3,000 years. It is the art of writing Chinese characters with a brush […]
Friday, February 20, 2026
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February 20, 2026 -Daily: On the Land, In the Sea Exhibition
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February 20, 2026 -It’s About Time! at Venice Island
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February 20, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
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February 20, 2026 -Family Friday: Building Night at Baby Gear Group Jenkintown
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February 20, 2026 -It’s About Time! at Venice Island
Daily: On the Land, In the Sea Exhibition
An exhibition featuring artwork by Kathleen Greco and Andrea Bartine Caldarise exploring ocean life and natural landscapes will be on view starting from November 4, 2025 through April 14, 2026. Through their distinct styles, both artists explore patterns, textures, and forms found in nature. The […]
It’s About Time! at Venice Island
Yes! And... Collaborative Arts returns with its annual winter event for young and old alike! Come together for a magical adventure in their latest musical theatre production, It's About Time! The show runs approximately 90 minutes and is appropriate for all ages. Purchase tickets through […]
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Family Friday: Building Night at Baby Gear Group Jenkintown
Families can come together at Baby Gear Group Jenkintown for their Building Night on February 20.
It’s About Time! at Venice Island
Yes! And... Collaborative Arts returns with its annual winter event for young and old alike! Come together for a magical adventure in their latest musical theatre production, It's About Time! The show runs approximately 90 minutes and is appropriate for all ages. Purchase tickets through […]
Saturday, February 21, 2026
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February 21, 2026 -Lunar New Year at Please Touch Museum
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February 21, 2026 -Mini Makers Robotics Class with Brooklyn Robot Foundry
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February 21, 2026 -Children’s Community School Presents Ants on a Log Family Concert and Play Day
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February 21, 2026 -Stories of Science at Science History Institute
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February 21, 2026 -101 Design Concept
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February 21, 2026 -Open Play Saturdays
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February 21, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
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February 21, 2026 -Family Fun Saturdays at Historic Fair Hill
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February 21, 2026 -It’s About Time! at Venice Island
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February 21, 2026 -King of Prussia Welcomes the Year of the Horse with Lunar New Year Celebration
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February 21, 2026 -Black History Month Family Fun Night at National Constitution Center
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February 21, 2026 -It’s About Time! at Venice Island
Lunar New Year at Please Touch Museum
Ring in the Year of the Horse at Please Touch Museum! Families can enjoy a festive performance by the Philadelphia Suns and interactive workshops that bring the traditions of the holiday to life.
Mini Makers Robotics Class with Brooklyn Robot Foundry
Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly's Mini Makers program brings the joy of building and creating to young learners ages 3–6 through weekly Saturday STEAM robotics classes in Glenside, PA, where little hands explore engineering and creativity in a screen-free environment—and every child takes home something they […]
Children’s Community School Presents Ants on a Log Family Concert and Play Day
Join Children's Community School for a joyful morning of live music and play for the whole family, featuring Ants on a Log! The event will include a family concert, a sensory room for children to explore, a quiet space for rest and regulation, photo opportunities […]
Stories of Science at Science History Institute
At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]
101 Design Concept
Join Design Gym to work through the design process and understanding how designers base their design solution from a concept with the founder, Erike. They will do their best to understand how to get to a concept, how it develops, and try exercises. No doodads/pieces […]
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 […]
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Family Fun Saturdays at Historic Fair Hill
Join Historic Fair Hill each Saturday afternoon for storytimes, games, arts & crafts, gardening, scavenger hunts, and more!
It’s About Time! at Venice Island
Yes! And... Collaborative Arts returns with its annual winter event for young and old alike! Come together for a magical adventure in their latest musical theatre production, It's About Time! The show runs approximately 90 minutes and is appropriate for all ages. Purchase tickets through […]
King of Prussia Welcomes the Year of the Horse with Lunar New Year Celebration
King of Prussia is ringing in the Lunar New Year with a lively community celebration welcoming the Year of the Horse. Guests are invited to experience an afternoon filled with color, culture, and tradition, featuring festive performances, red envelope giveaways, and special shopping moments throughout […]
Black History Month Family Fun Night at National Constitution Center
In celebration of Black History Month, join Family Fun Night at the National Constitution Center! Enjoy the NCC’s galleries, including the new America’s Founding exhibit, and a guided flashlight tour of Signers’ Hall. There will be crafts, activities, and workshops throughout the evening highlighting Black […]
It’s About Time! at Venice Island
Yes! And... Collaborative Arts returns with its annual winter event for young and old alike! Come together for a magical adventure in their latest musical theatre production, It's About Time! The show runs approximately 90 minutes and is appropriate for all ages. Purchase tickets through […]
Sunday, February 22, 2026
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February 22, 2026 -Sensory-Friendly Day at National Constitution Center
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February 22, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
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February 22, 2026 -Family Funday with PopUpPlay
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February 22, 2026 -Pins for Purrs
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February 22, 2026 -It’s About Time! at Venice Island
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February 22, 2026 -Storytime & Skate with Characters at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest
Sensory-Friendly Day at National Constitution Center
Families can visit the National Constitution Center for its Sensory-Friendly Days. These are accessible learning experiences for people of all abilities and their families. Visitors with sensory-processing challenges can explore the museum in a secure and comfortable environment that includes modified programming and emotionally safe […]
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
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 […]
Pins for Purrs
Come together for a delightful bowling event on February 22nd from 1–3pm at 30 Strikes in Stratford, NJ! Bowl for a cause as an individual or reserve a lane for family and friends. The event features 50/50 and basket raffles (cash preferred), offering a fun […]
It’s About Time! at Venice Island
Yes! And... Collaborative Arts returns with its annual winter event for young and old alike! Come together for a magical adventure in their latest musical theatre production, It's About Time! The show runs approximately 90 minutes and is appropriate for all ages. Purchase tickets through […]
Storytime & Skate with Characters at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest
Bring the family at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest for their Storytime & Skate with Characters. Little ones can enjoy an afternoon filled with magical moments, warm stories, and ice skating with their favorite costumed friends. Reserve tickets and find specific characters on their website.

