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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  • Wild Con 2026 at Wildwood Convention Center

    Wildwoods Convention Center 4501 Boardwalk, Wildwood, NJ, United States

    WILD-CON promises an exciting day for the whole family. Guests can meet artist Keith Williams (Spider-Man), animator Jeff Brennan (Courage the Cowardly Dog), and actor Glenn Taranto from "The New Addams Family." Vendors will offer comic books, toys, manga, anime, crafts, trading cards, Pokemon, Funko […]

  • Founders Philly Freeze Out at Main Street Manayunk

    Main Street Manayunk Main St., Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Manayunk has teamed up with Founders Brewing to transform Main Street into a winter wonderland! Families can enjoy live ice carving demonstrations, incredible ice sculptures, food and drink specials at local restaurants and bars, a Winter Market, line dancing, a snowy igloo, the Manayunk Chowder […]

  • ESPN’s “Philly Phanfest” at Reading Terminal Market

    Filbert Street at Reading Terminal Market 1100 block of Filbert St. at 12th St., Philadelphia, PA, United States

    ESPN pays homage to the city of Philadelphia, Eagles fandom and “The Philly Special,” the gutsiest play call in Super Bowl History, with the “Philly Phanfest." This is a free, one-day-only fan experience on Filbert Street at Reading Terminal Market that celebrates the premiere of […]

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