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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23rd Annual Roxborough Spring Fest & Rockin’ the Ridge Car Show

Roxborough 1338 S 10TH ST, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Roxborough Development Corporation and Roxborough Ridge Runners Car Club team up to present a giant day on Ridge Avenue as two of the biggest spring traditions join forces for the first time! The 23nd Annual Roxborough Spring Fest and the 23rd Annual Rockin' the Ridge […]

Lacroix Mother’s Day Brunch

Lacroix Restaurant at The Rittenhouse 210 W Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United States

What better way to spoil Mom than with an amazing, elegant dining experience at Lacroix at The Rittenhouse Hotel? This all-day brunch includes chef-curated stations and delicious desserts. Reservations recommended. From $90 per guest + tax.

Philly Loves PAWS 2025

Join the Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) as businesses and animal lovers come together for a daylong, citywide fundraiser in support of PAWS’ lifesaving efforts. A wide variety of restaurants, shops, and service providers will donate at least 10% of sales to PAWS. Click through […]

Now + Then Marketplace Fishtown Fair

Johnny Brenda's 1201 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Now + Then Marketplace takes over the heart of Fishtown, hosting over 50 local vendors on the triangular block that's home to neighborhood institutions like Johnny Brenda's & Two Robbers, Saturday 5/16 from 11am to 6pm. Food & drink specials are available from all restaurants & bars on the […]

Cocktails & Crustaceans at Independence Seaport Museum

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

Independence Seaport Museum’s second annual Cocktails & Crustaceans lobster boil event will raise funds to benefit the museum and its mission of discovering Philadelphia’s river of history and world of connections. By supporting this event, you will help ensure that the ships keep sailing, the […]

Philly’s Annual Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll

Baltimore Avenue 40th Street to 51st Street, Philadelphia

Visit Baltimore Street Thursday, June 5th for the biannual Dollar Stroll! Local vendors will be offering food and goods for only $1, $3, and $5! Listen to local musicians as you explore the many businesses participating in this event. The Dollar Stroll runs from 5 […]

Bacon, Beer, Bourbon & Country Music Festival

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

Enjoy an afternoon of delicious food, refreshing drinks, and country music! The Bacon, Beer, Bourbon & Country Music Festival features live performances from a mix of well-known artists and rising stars, a selection of savory eats, and tastings of both beer and bourbon—plus the beautiful […]

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.