The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids

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 […]

The whole family can get Easter Bunny photos at Cherry Hill Mall, along with their pets. Professional spring portraits and Easter Bunny pictures are available in Grand Court from March 6 to April 4, 2026, which is perfect for the upcoming season. Book time slots […]

The whole family can get Easter Bunny photos at Cherry Hill Mall. Professional spring portraits and Easter Bunny pictures are available in Grand Court from March 6 to April 4, 2026, which is perfect for the upcoming season. Book time slots for only $20, and […]

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 […]

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 […]

Charles L. Durham Library will be hosting the Philadelphia Zoo for Animal Tales! Families can listen to a story read by the librarian. Then, meet an animal from the story and learn more about the animal with knowledgeable educators of the Philadelphia Zoo.

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 […]

The whole family can get Easter Bunny photos at Cherry Hill Mall. Professional spring portraits and Easter Bunny pictures are available in Grand Court from March 6 to April 4, 2026, which is perfect for the upcoming season. Book time slots for only $20, and […]

Join Bill Monaghan for a festive all-ages program filled with Irish songs, stories, jokes, and toasts. With this event, families can leave the bad luck behind and catch a little luck of the Irish instead.

At Kingsessing Library, little ones can learn the basics of crochet, finger knit, mushroom knit, or just get cozy with some yarn on Friday afternoons. Yarn will be out in the children’s area starting at 3:30 pm, and then Librarian Rachel will provide a short […]

Come together for Backyard Bash and enjoy classic backyard games, creative crafts, an indoor bounce house, and interactive experiences throughout the Please Touch Museum!

Sensory-friendly mornings at the Academy of Natural Sciences can be a comfortable way for museum visitors, especially those with sensory sensitivities, to explore the museum. These mornings feature smaller crowds, quiet and relaxing spaces, noise cancelling headphones, fidget toys, and more. Guests of all ages […]

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 […]

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 […]

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day at Sesame Place with Elmo, Cookie Monster, and all your favorite Sesame Street friends! Enjoy rides, live shows, dance parties, the Sesame Street Party Parade, a St. Patrick's Day scavenger hunt, a special dining experience, and a performance by the Rince […]

Families can celebrate St. Patrick's Day at the zoo packed with festivities, including live music, a gold-hunting scavenger hunt, keeper chats, and animal greets. Additionally, if visitors wear green or a St. Patty's outfit, they can score $1 off carousel rides and raise a glass […]

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 […]

Join Academy educators and other young natural history fans for science story time! Each week features a family-friendly science story and an interactive craft to try. For March 2026: March 7–8, Shark Lady by Jess Keating March 14–15, Spring After Spring by Stephanie Roth Sisson March 21–22, Dinosaur Lady by […]

Join Historic Fair Hill each Saturday afternoon for storytimes, games, arts & crafts, gardening, scavenger hunts, and more!

Parkway Central Library welcomes families to celebrate Lunar New Year with the vibrant sounds of Kyo Daiko drumming, traditional dances, opera performances, and a colorful fashion show featuring cultural attire. With more than ten performances across two floors, guests of all ages can experience the […]

Get crafty and enrich the lives of beloved pets! At Chestnut Hill Library, come together to make snuffle pet toys. This project involves sewing and steps range from simple to moderately challenging, and is best for ages 8 and up. Adults are recommended to attend […]

This St. Patrick's Day race event includes a 5K and 8K runs for adults, a 2-Mile Fun Run/Walk, and a Little Leprechaun Half-Mile Kids' Fun Run for younger runners. Plan ahead and park at Giggleberry Fair for easy access, and register early as spots are […]

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day at Sesame Place with Elmo, Cookie Monster, and all your favorite Sesame Street friends! Enjoy rides, live shows, dance parties, the Sesame Street Party Parade, a St. Patrick's Day scavenger hunt, a special dining experience, and a performance by the Rince […]

Families can celebrate St. Patrick's Day at the zoo packed with festivities, including live music, a gold-hunting scavenger hunt, keeper chats, and animal greets. Additionally, if visitors wear green or a St. Patty's outfit, they can score $1 off carousel rides and raise a glass […]

On March 15, kick off the celebrations with the Philadelphia St. Patrick's Day Parade! This year, the beloved city tradition celebrates 250 Years of Irish Contributions to America, featuring marching bands, dancers, and festive floats strolling through Center City.

Join Academy educators and other young natural history fans for science story time! Each week features a family-friendly science story and an interactive craft to try. For March 2026: March 7–8, Shark Lady by Jess Keating March 14–15, Spring After Spring by Stephanie Roth Sisson March 21–22, Dinosaur Lady by […]

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 […]

Dive into the heart of Irish culture with lively traditional music sessions every Sunday in March. Listen to jigs, reels, and hornpipes played on fiddles, flutes, and more as musicians take turns calling tunes in an informal, ever-changing musical conversation. Everyone is welcome!