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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Free Dance Together Class at Santore Library

Charles Santore Library 932 South 7th Street, Philadelphia

Join Miss Sabrina and invite your friends for a free Dance Together Creative Movement class for children 2+ at the Santore Library (932 S. 7th Street)! 11:00-11:45 in the Children’s Section.

Free

We Walk PHL Fall Season: Cobbs Creek Park

We Walk PHL Fall Season
Cobbs Creek Recreation Center 280 Cobbs Creek Parkway, Philadelphia

Join We Walk PHL at Cobbs Creek Park at 61st! We Walk PHL is a program in partnership between Fairmount Park Conservancy, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation that offers free weekly walking groups at various public parks throughout the city. […]

Free

Twilight Tales Family Story Time at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library 125 S 52nd St, Philadelphia

Bring the family at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library for an interactive storytime. Every Monday, this event includes favorite read-aloud books, songs, and craft that's fun for the whole family!

Wellness on the Waterfront

Wellness on the Waterfront
Race Street Pier 101 S Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia

Relax and recharge during Wellness on the Waterfront presented by Independence Blue Cross with Three Queens Yoga every Monday (6PM), Thursday (6PM), and Sunday (10AM). Join fellow fanatics in this series of summer fitness classes, including yoga and more at Race Street Pier. Bring a […]

Free

Chestnut Hill Conservancy’s Night of Lights

Chestnut Hill Conservancy 8708 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia

This four-night exhibition joins the official PHL250 programming, kicking off on Friday evening with the Flip the Switch ceremony. Attendees can expect live music, local storytellers, family-friendly activities, vendors, giveaways, and additional First Friday offerings hosted by the Chestnut Hill Business District. Friday, October 2: Flip […]

Free