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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We Walk PHL Fall Season: FDR Park

We Walk PHL Fall Season
Mander Playground 2140 N 33rd St, Philadelphia

Join We Walk PHL at FDR Park! 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. This program welcomes […]

Free

We Walk PHL Fall Season: Fotterall Square Park

We Walk PHL Fall Season
Fotterall Square 2400 N 11th St, Philadelphia

Join We Walk PHL at Fotterall Square Park! 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. This program […]

Free

We Walk PHL Fall Season: Carroll Park

We Walk PHL Fall Season
Carroll Park N 58th Street & W Girard Avenue, Philadelphia

Join We Walk PHL at Carroll Park! 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. This program welcomes […]

Free

Mister John’s 4th Annual GIANT Halloween Block Party

Mister John's Music 761 S 8th St., Philadelphia

Something Spooky Is Taking Over 8th & Fulton... Mister John’s favorite holiday is back, and this year we’re bringing the whole neighborhood into it. Join Mister John’s Music and our very excellent neighbors Butcher Sew Shop, Coco Academy & Di Bruno Bros. for our FOURTH […]

Stories of Science at Science History Institute

Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia

At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]

Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park

Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park
FDR Park 1500 Pattison Avenue, Philadelphia

Families are warmly invited to discover the Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park, a Philadelphia tradition over 35 years in the making, officially opening for the 2026 season on Saturday, April 4 and open every weekend until October 31. More than a market, this vibrant […]

Trick or Street Street at Franklin Square

Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia

Celebrate the sweet and spooky season with a trick or treating at Franklin Square. Kids 10 and under are welcome for a family-friendly afternoon of candy and fun. Follow the trail in Franklin Square and get some sweets on Trick-or-Treat Street. This event is FREE! Capacity is […]

Manayunk Main St Trick-or-Treating

Main Street Manayunk Main St., Philadelphia

Join neighbors on Main Street for community trick-or-treating at participating local businesses. This is a festive and fun day for all ages, even your furry friends. Don’t forget your best costume!

Free

Kimchi Festival at LOVE Park

Love Park 1501 John F Kennedy Blvd, Philadelphia

Love Park comes alive with Korean culture at the Kimchi Festival, featuring an exciting lineup of K-pop dance challenges, a random play dance finale, Taekwondo demonstrations, traditional Korean drumming, dance, and jazz performances. Visitors can enjoy live kimchi-making workshops, food vendors, tasting stations, Hanbok try-ons, […]

2026 Tacony Fall Festival!

Tacony Library 6742 Torresdale Avenue (Torresdale Ave. & Knorr St.), Philadelphia

Join in for a day full of entertainment, costume contests, carnival games, and more! The 6800-6900 blocks of Torresdale Ave will be blocked off for this event.

Comic Relief Neighborhood Festival

Village of Industry and Art 320 South Broad Street, Philadelphia

Come together for a day of free fun, community, and giving back! Enjoy live comedy, pack care kits for local kids and teens, donate coats and cold-weather gear,  grab delicious bites from local favorites and much much more! Bring your friends and family and join […]

Trick or Treat Trail and Harvest Fest

Cobbs Creek Environmental Center 700 Cobbs Creek Parkway, Philadelphia

Cobbs Creek Community Environmental Center invites families to the 8th Annual Harvest Fest on Saturday, October 24, from 1–4 p.m. This free fall celebration kicks off with a Trick-or-Treat Trail from Spruce Street and Cobbs Creek Parkway to the Environmental Center, followed by an afternoon […]

Barely Scary Halloween Bash at Smith Playground

Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse 3500 Reservoir Drive East Fairmount Park, Philadelphia

Enjoy a family-friendly Halloween celebration for all ages! Kids can enjoy on-site trick-or-treating, a costume parade and photo booth, arts and crafts and games, food and treat trucks, and classic playground fun. This event is free and open to the public!