The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids

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Sunday MakeBreak: Dad’s Greatest Catch Canvas

Lincoln Plaza 2424 E Lincoln Hwy, Langhorne, PA, United States

Give Dad some love with a Father's Day gift using your handprint! Michaels will provide everything you need to make a "Dad's Greatest Catch" canvas. $10 with all supplies included.

Father’s Day Fun Run

Wiggins Park 2 Riverside Drive, Camden, PA, United States

Celebrate Father's Day with a memorable run! Every Dad will get a special Mini Tool Kit to take home after the run. This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave. All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - […]

Flag Day & Father’s Day Weekend at the Museum of the American Revolution

Museum of the American Revolution 101 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Visit the Museum of the American Revolution over Flag Day Weekend, on Flag Day, Saturday, June 14 and Father’s Day, Sunday, June 15, to view the largest gathering of rare and significant Revolutionary War flags in more than two centuries and partake in flag-themed crafts […]

Father’s Day Read-a-Thon at The Academy of Natural Sciences

The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come join this fun-filled Father's Day Read-a-Thon with Chase Books, where dads and kids can bond over their favorite stories! There will be games, storytime, giveaways, and a surprise special guest. Books and lunch are free for families in attendance. Registration requested. Entrance into the […]

Father’s Day Axe Throwing Event at Kick Axe Philly

Kick Axe Philly 232 Market Street, Philadelphia, United States

Celebrate your dad by beating him (or letting him win) at the Philly Kick Axe range! This event runs all day on Sunday, June 15th, Father's Day. And as a special treat, all fathers get a free beer if one dad gets a bullseye! Children […]

Father’s Day Family Clay

The Clay Studio 1425 North American Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Fire up your creativity this Father's day! Spend some quality family time learning something new and creating unique pottery that you'll cherish for years to come. You will learn some simple techniques on the potter's wheel and then you are free to work together to […]

Flag Day & Father’s Day Weekend at the Museum of the American Revolution

Museum of the American Revolution 101 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Visit the Museum of the American Revolution over Flag Day Weekend, on Flag Day, Saturday, June 14 and Father’s Day, Sunday, June 15, to view the largest gathering of rare and significant Revolutionary War flags in more than two centuries and partake in flag-themed crafts […]

Father’s Day at Franklin Square

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

Looking for a fun way to spend time with Dad? Hit the greens at Philly Mini Golf and enjoy some friendly competition, laughs, and quality time together. Buy one ticket and get one free.

Father’s Day BBQ at the Philadelphia Zoo

Philadelphia Zoo 3400 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate Father’s Day with a barbecue on Impala Lawn! Your ticket includes Zoo admission, delicious barbeque, an animal meet & greet, beer and bourbon sampling, lawn games, and one Wild Explorer VR experience ticket.

Philadelphia Father’s Day Signature Brunch Cruise

City Cruises Philadelphia - Penn's Landing 401 S Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Do Father’s Day on the Delaware River with a Signature Philadelphia Father’s Day Brunch Cruise! Treat the dad in your life to a chef-prepared buffet, landmark views, DJ entertainment, outdoor games, bottomless mimosas and a fully stocked cash bar.

The Ben Franklin Yacht Father’s Day Mimosa Brunch

Ben Franklin Yacht 101 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate Father's Day on the Ben Franklin Yacht with bottomless mimosas and a lavish buffet! Enjoy beautiful views, DJ tunes, and a chance to explore the boat.

48 Record Bar’s Dad Rock Special

48 Record Bar 48 S. 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

48 Record Bar is pleased to present the 2nd annual Dad Rock Special! An evening of all your dad's "daddiest dad rock", such as The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, CSNY, Steely Dan, Neil Young, and Bruce Springsteen. There will also be ticket giveaways […]