Philadelphia Family Community Calendar

¡Canticuentos Spanish Storytime! at Falls of Schuykill Library

Falls of Schuylkill Library 3501 Midvale Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join local storyteller Ana Atach for Canticuentos: songs and stories in Spanish, with a new animal theme each week. Spanish beginners (and their animal toys) welcome! Intended for ages 0 to 5 years old, along with a caregiver. Siblings welcome. Meets on Tuesdays from March […]

Free

City Life Philly Egg Hunt at Connell Park

Connell Park 6401 Elmwood Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

Free Easter egg hunt in Southwest Philly held by City Life Philly. For children up to age 12.

Free

¡Canticuentos Spanish Storytime! at Falls of Schuykill Library

Falls of Schuylkill Library 3501 Midvale Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join local storyteller Ana Atach for Canticuentos: songs and stories in Spanish, with a new animal theme each week. Spanish beginners (and their animal toys) welcome! Intended for ages 0 to 5 years old, along with a caregiver. Siblings welcome. Meets on Tuesdays from March […]

Free

Weeknights at the Wagner: Landscapes of Enslavement

Wagner Free Institute of Science 1700 W. Montgomery Ave., Philadelphia, PA, United States

As part of the evening lecture series Weeknights at the Wagner, archaeologist Jillian Gale will discuss how she uses archaeological and archival data to document how people navigated enslavement in the American South and Caribbean. The talk will take place in the Victorian lecture hall, […]

Spring Bird Walk

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

In collaboration with Bird Town, PA and as part of the Philly City Nature Challenge, Riverbend invites you to join their Spring Bird Walk. Walk with birder and conservationist Phil Witmer or Riverbend Education Director Suzanne Safran as they lead you on a leisurely walk […]

Peter Wentz Farmstead’s Sheep Shearing Day

Peter Wentz Farmstead 2030 Shearer Road, Lansdale, PA, United States

Experience springtime on a colonial farm at Peter Wentz Farmstead's Sheep Shearing Day! Watch the farmers shear sheep to get them ready for the warm weather. Then, follow the “wool to wardrobe” process as living historians demonstrate spinning, weaving, and other textile crafts. Hear about […]

Free

3rd Annual Crooked Billet History Fair (covering Montgomery & Bucks Counties and Northeast Philly)

Keith Valley School Events Center 227 Meetinghouse Rd., Horsham, PA, United States

Join your neighbors from across Montgomery and Bucks Counties and Northeast Philly for the 3rd Annual Crooked Billet History Fair -- which celebrates the Revolutionary War's Battle of the Crooked Billet -- a wonderful afternoon for adults, seniors, families, students, kids, educators, enthusiasts, and anyone […]

Free

Fiesta Latina for Kids

Old Pine Community Center 401 Lombard Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Somos Philly Spanish Immersion Summer Camp is excited to invite families to a FREE, fun-filled Fiesta on Sunday, April 27, 2025 on the front lawn of the Old Pine Community Center. This special event will feature live music, Latin-inspired arts & crafts for kids, interactive […]

Family Art Day at PAFA

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts - PAFA 118-128 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Family Art Day is completely free day at PAFA that invites families to spend Sunday afternoons making art and exploring the Museum together. Bring the whole family to PAFA to enjoy free art workshops, learn new skills, and make an exciting art project. All ages […]

Claymobile Pop Up Ceramics Studio

Welsh Road Library 9233 Roosevelt Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Clay Studio are visiting in their Claymobile to offer instruction and hands-on experience in working with the medium of clay. Registration before the event is strongly encouraged by calling 215-685-0498.

Free

¡Canticuentos Spanish Storytime! at Falls of Schuykill Library

Falls of Schuylkill Library 3501 Midvale Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join local storyteller Ana Atach for Canticuentos: songs and stories in Spanish, with a new animal theme each week. Spanish beginners (and their animal toys) welcome! Intended for ages 0 to 5 years old, along with a caregiver. Siblings welcome. Meets on Tuesdays from March […]

Free

First Friday at Cherry Street Pier

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

Brought to the Delaware River Waterfront by DRWC, join us at Cherry Street Pier for First Friday presented by Fulton Bank for exhibition openings, artist studio tours, markets, bites and sips from local food vendors, and stunning views of the Delaware River. Don’t miss: 4 […]

Friday Flicks at the Fountain: Parkside Community Movie Night

John Welsh Memorial Fountain Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Free movies nights in the park are the perfect way to welcome spring and gather with the community! Enjoy a family-friendly activity at 7:30 pm, followed by the movie at 8 pm. FRIDAY, MAY 2: Inside Out 2 (PG) Pre-movie activity provided by Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center FRIDAY, […]

Earth Day at Newlin Grist Mill

Newlin Grist Mill 219 Cheyney Road, Glen Mills, PA, United States

Help celebrate nature and protect the environment with Newlin Grist Mill's Earth Day volunteer event! Each year, Newlin Grist Mill brings together diverse volunteers from the community, including individuals, families, scout troops, and youth groups, to work on projects that improve habitat for wildlife, protect […]

Mothership: Free Family Day at The Fabric Workshop and Museum

The Fabric Workshop and Museum 1214 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate artist mothers with Art Mamas, a member-driven supportive community for parents in the arts. Parents can join a morning tour and conversation with current Artists-in-Residence while their little ones make art in the studio. Making activities for all ages and artist box viewings are available throughout […]

May First Saturday Open House: AnatoMAY with the Mütter Museum

Wagner Free Institute of Science 1700 W. Montgomery Ave., Philadelphia, PA, United States

What can real-life observation—of skeletons, fossils, and other natural specimens—teach us about the inner workings of humans and animals? Join the Wagner and The Mütter Museum and Historical Medical Library in learning about anatomical structures, how the study of anatomy has developed since the 19th […]

10 Year Anniversary Family Swim

Goldfish Swim School - Fort Washington 185 Commerce Dr., Fort Washington, PA, United States

Join Goldfish Swim School for their 10th anniversary Family Swim! There will also be free snacks and crafts. Registration is required – 1 ticket per person.

Paws & Feet 5k Run/Walk and Doggie Fun Day

Cooper River Park N Park Dr, Pennsauken, NJ, United States

Animal Welfare Association’s signature event, the Paws & Feet 5k Run/Walk and Doggie Fun Day is an annual fundraising event celebrating the unbreakable bond between humans and their pets.

Jazz Town presented by Rittenhop

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

For the third consecutive year, Rittenhop invites you to Jazz Town, a celebration of the Baltimore and Philadelphia swing dancing scenes. With events happening in both cities the first weekend in May, enjoy a free swing dance at Cherry Street Pier featuring live music by […]

¡Canticuentos Spanish Storytime! at Falls of Schuykill Library

Falls of Schuylkill Library 3501 Midvale Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join local storyteller Ana Atach for Canticuentos: songs and stories in Spanish, with a new animal theme each week. Spanish beginners (and their animal toys) welcome! Intended for ages 0 to 5 years old, along with a caregiver. Siblings welcome. Meets on Tuesdays from March […]

Free

In Harmony: Chamber Music with Philadelphia’s East Asian Communities

Crane Community Center 1001 Vine St., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corporation and Dolce Suono Ensemble present a free community concert as part of Dolce Suono Ensemble's new project, "In Harmony: Chamber Music with Philadelphia's East Asian Communities". Students from the Crane Center's after school program will be participating in a side-by-side performance […]

Friday Flicks at the Fountain: Parkside Community Movie Night

John Welsh Memorial Fountain Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Free movies nights in the park are the perfect way to welcome spring and gather with the community! Enjoy a family-friendly activity at 7:30 pm, followed by the movie at 8 pm. FRIDAY, MAY 2: Inside Out 2 (PG) Pre-movie activity provided by Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center FRIDAY, […]

Event Series Up Next! Youth Jam Sessions

Up Next! Youth Jam Sessions

World Cafe Live 3025 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Up Next! is a free monthly open jam session providing a platform for Philly’s creative youth to learn, perform, collaborate, and grow. Every second Saturday, The Lounge at World Cafe Live offers an all-ages, alcohol-free environment, showcasing our city’s up-and-coming talent while building community across […]

Free

Yoga in the Park

Fairmount Park Tennis Courts North 33rd Street & Dauphin Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Take a moment of peace at East Fairmount Park before your Mother's Day brunch with yoga in the park. This collaboration between Fairmount Park Conservancy and Tula Yoga is a wonderful way to carve out time for yourself in the greenspace, no matter what your […]

Free Admission at The Michener Museum

Michener Art Museum 138 South Pine Street, Doylestown, PA, United States

The Michener Museum is now free of charge on the second Sunday of every month. The free second Sunday and evening hours on first Thursday are possible due to a $400,000 grant from the Art Bridges Foundation, whose Access for All program is funding 64 […]

¡Canticuentos Spanish Storytime! at Falls of Schuykill Library

Falls of Schuylkill Library 3501 Midvale Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join local storyteller Ana Atach for Canticuentos: songs and stories in Spanish, with a new animal theme each week. Spanish beginners (and their animal toys) welcome! Intended for ages 0 to 5 years old, along with a caregiver. Siblings welcome. Meets on Tuesdays from March […]

Free