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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  • 2nd Street Fest

    2nd St from Girard Ave to Spring Garden St Philadelphia, PA

    One of the Philadelphia's biggest street festivals, with live local music on multiple stages, food trucks, local artisans, family fun, and vendors.

  • ACANA African Festival

    Cherry Street Pier 121 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Move to the lively rhythms of West African drumming, dynamic dance, and high-energy musical performances at this joyful celebration of African culture. Enjoy vibrant market stalls, traditional food, and activities for kids while making lasting memories with your family and friends. Part of the PECO […]

  • Designer Toy Art Festival

    23rd Street Armory 2345 Armory Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    *Assembly Required has partnered with POP Solutions to presents Philadelphia's first and only Designer Toy Art Festival! Exhibition and Event with over 100 artists, vendors, brands, and more!  All-ages experience with amazing toy art, live DJ'ing, delicious food & drinks - complete with collectible cans! […]

  • Port Richmond Pierogi Fest

    Campbell Square 2535 E Allegheny Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Port Richmond's Pierogi Fest features delicious pierogies, live music, and fun activities for the whole family. Indulge in a variety of pierogi flavors from traditional potato and cheese to unique combinations like bacon and cheddar or spinach and feta. There will also be food trucks […]

  • Manayunk Dog Day of Summer

    Main Street Manayunk, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Look for Dog Day of Summer activities, food, and shopping to be spread throughout locations in downtown Manayunk, including Canal View Park, Richards Apex, Manayunk’s Art Allies, and in front of select businesses on Main Street. Two-legged friends welcome! Visit the website below for vendors […]

  • Festival of India

    Cherry Street Pier 121 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Step into a world of dazzling colors and festive energy at this annual Festival of India featuring classical dance, Bollywood hits, henna art, Indian street food, and artisan shopping. Perfect for all ages, it will be an uplifting day of multicultural fun, sights, and flavors […]

  • Philadelphia Caribbean Festival

    Cherry Street Pier 121 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Enjoy a festival bursting with reggae beats, Caribbean dance, delicious cuisine, and a marketplace full of crafts and culture. The Caribbean Festival brings a tropical flair to Philadelphia, welcoming families to sway, sample, and celebrate together by the river! This event is part of the […]

  • Ukrainian Folk Festival and Outdoor Summer Concert 2025

    Ukrainian American Sport Center Lower State and County Line Roads, Horsham, PA, United States

    Celebrate The Ukrainian American Sport Center’s 75th Anniversary! Experience the rich culture, color, and spirit of Ukraine at the 2025 Ukrainian Folk Festival, marking 34 years of Ukraine’s independence. Enjoy a dazzling outdoor stage show (1:30–4:30 PM), live orchestra music (4:30–8:00 PM), Ukrainian food and […]

  • Ultimates Comics and Collectibles Festival

    Gloucester County Dream Park 400 Route 130, Logan, NJ, United States

    Logan Township, New Jersey, and the Jersey Shore Comic Book Show will be hosting the ULTIMATE Toy, Comic, & Collectibles show featuring Vendors, Cosplay Groups, Games, and a day of affordable family fun! This event will be held on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at the […]

    $5.00

  • Philadelphia Honey Festival

    Wyck House 6026 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The Philadelphia Honey Festival at Wyck is a sweet finish to the summer season! Hosted in partnership with the Philadelphia Beekeepers Guild, the festival offers a variety of activities that celebrate and educate about an important friend, the honey bee! This always-popular event includes honey […]

    Free

  • Root 2 Fruit Festival

    Circa Green Rooftop 129 S 30th St., Philadelphia, PA

    Head to Circa Green Rooftop on September 13th for Root 2 Fruit, a transformative wellness festival that is designed to nurture individual and community growth. There will be art, music and dance, vendors, food, workshops, and more! Click the link below to donate, volunteer at, […]

  • PARK(ing) Day Philadelphia

    The number of parks throughout Philadelphia increases dramatically each year on the third Friday in September, when activists, artists, architects, and other citizens transform metered parking spaces into temporary public parks.  Known as PARKing) Day, this annual event re-imagines the possibilities of 140 square feet […]

  • Woodford’s 16th Annual Community Apple Festival & Pawpaw Palooza

    Woodford Mansion 2300 North 33rd Street, Philadelphia, PA

    Apple Festival: 11 am – 2 pm  Pawpaw Palooza: 12 – 4 pm Join POP, Woodford Mansion, and Fair Amount Food Forest for Woodford’s 16th Annual Community Apple Festival (now featuring Pawpaws as well!). Activities will include: fresh cider making apple & pawpaw tasting pawpaw […]

  • We Are the Seeds Philly

    We Are the Seeds Philly
    Cherry Street Pier 121 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Enjoy live performances, painting, a panel discussion, and a marketplace celebrating indigenous arts and culture at the 6th Annual We Are the Seeds Philly event. This year, there will be a pow-wow, beautiful dancers representing a diversity of styles and regions. The weekend will be […]

  • We Are the Seeds Philly

    We Are the Seeds Philly
    Cherry Street Pier 121 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Enjoy live performances, painting, a panel discussion, and a marketplace celebrating indigenous arts and culture at the 6th Annual We Are the Seeds Philly event. This year, there will be a pow-wow, beautiful dancers representing a diversity of styles and regions. The weekend will be […]

  • Harvest Jawn

    South Philly Food Co-op 2031 S Juniper St, Philadelphia, PA

    Harvest Jawn is South Philly Food Co-Op's autumnal festival, taking place on Juniper St. Between Snyder & Mckean from 12PM to 4PM, this fall block party style event will feature food trucks, craft fair, live music, DJ, and tons of fall family fun! This is […]

  • Northern Liberties Night Market

    Northern Liberties Night Market
    Northern Liberties , United States

    This family-friendly, dog-friendly, night-time festival will feature dozens of food trucks, shopping vendors, kids activities such as paint-your-own pumpkins & games, live music, and entertainment. Beverages, beers, and cocktails will be available from places such as Standard Tap, El Camino Real, Urban Village Brewing Co., […]

  • Delaware River Festival

    Independence Seaport Museum 211 S Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The Delaware River Festival is back for another year along the Delaware River! Connecting both the Camden and Philadelphia waterfronts, join the annual event that features family-friendly fun, educational activities, and water-centered learning opportunities. Whether you want to enjoy free ferry rides, museum visits, pedal […]

    Free

  • Mutt Strut 2025

    Philadelphia Navy Yard Marine Parade Grounds 4747 S Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The Mutt Strut is the must-attend fall festival for dogs and the people who love them! Join PAWS at The Navy Yard on Saturday, October 4 for a scenic walk and family-friendly festival with plenty of fun for humans and dogs alike. Enjoy activities and […]

  • Out & About in MNYK

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

    Manayunk is excited to be bringing back Out & About in MNYK to Main Street! In honor of National Coming Out Day in October, Out & About in MNYK will host LGBTQ+ artists, performers, organizations, and entertainment to promote Manayunk as a safe place that […]

  • Pepsi Philly Eats Fest

    Eakins Oval 24th Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Pepsi® Philly Eats Fest is bringing together beloved local eateries, football fans, and an all-star musical line-up on Saturday, October 4th from 12-5:00 pm at Eakins Oval. The event will celebrate Philly’s best bites and iconic flavors, spotlighting nine local restaurants from across the city, […]

    Free

  • Philadelphia Museum of Art Family Festival: Things That Go

    Philadelphia Museum of Art 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    ​Come on, vamanos! Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month and discover art in motion. 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. | Art Kids Studio | South Vaulted Walkway Zoom, vroom, or sail your way through a project celebrating art on the move. 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. | Sensory-Friendly Quiet Zone | […]

  • Barrington Harvest Festival

    Clements Bridg Road Clements Bridge Road, Barrington, NJ

    Bring the whole family to one of the area’s largest harvest celebrations! Explore over 100 craft and food vendors, classic cars, live music, stage shows, bounce houses, pony rides, a petting zoo, and fun for all ages along Clements Bridge Road. Barrington, NJ is about […]

  • Geeks and Nerds Festival

    Ramoth Church 2727 N. Delsea Dr., Vineland, New Jersey, United States

    Calling all Geeks and Nerds! Join the first ever Geeks and Nerd Festival to be held on Saturday October 18, 2025 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Event Center at Ramoth Church located at 2727 N. Delsea Dr. in Vineland, New Jersey. Get […]

  • Philadelphia Veterans Parade & Festival

    Barnes Foundation 2025 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate the 70,000 vets who live in the Philadelphia region at the 11th annual Veterans Parade and Festival. The parade — featuring marching bands, honorarium brigades, law enforcement and emergency vehicles, local celebrities, and over 250 motorcyclists — follows last year’s route, kicking off in […]

  • Lucia and Swedish Christmas Market

    American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Bundle up and experience a traditional Swedish Christmas Market at the American Swedish Historical Museum! Shop Scandinavian food, gifts, holiday decorations, and handmade crafts in a heated outdoor tent. Browse unique finds at Mormor's Attic secondhand sale, grab fresh baked goods from SWEA Philadelphia, and […]

    $5 – $10

  • Riverbend’s Merry & Mindful Makers Market

    Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

    Riverbend invites families to join them for a festive afternoon at their Merry and Mindful Makers Market on December 6th, featuring local artists, makers, and growers sharing handmade, eco-friendly gifts at an outdoor marketplace. Guests can enjoy s'mores roasting, wreath making, live painting and Mala-knotting […]

    Free

  • Holiday Treasures Market at The Church of Annunciation

    324 Carpenter Lane 324 Carpenter Lane, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The Holiday Treasures Market invites the community to enjoy a festive day of holiday cheer with cookies and cocoa, handcrafted treasures, a visit from Santa, music, and community connections at the Church of Annunciation in Mount Airy. Guests can browse a wonderful selection of handmade […]

    Free

  • 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 […]