Philadelphia Family Pride Picnic
Rittenhouse Square 210 W Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesBring your own lunch and meet other Philadelphia Family Pride families in the park!
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Family Funday with PopUpPlay
Spruce Street Harbor Park 401 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesActivities include boat building, puppet making, and even constructing a working catapult. Each week promises captivating experiences for kids of all ages with a new make-and-take activity. This event is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome. Activities are available on […]
Ants on a Log Fall Concert at Queen Memorial Library
Queen Memorial Library 1201 S 23rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesLibrary friends age 12 and under & families are invited to the Ants' Fall concert! Performed by trans/nonbinary musicians, the Ants' show features themes of inclusion, self-expression, community, and allyship.
Family Storytime at Bustleton Library
Bustleton Library 10199 Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesOn Tuesdays at 11 AM, Bustleton Library hosts a family storytime. Bring your babies, toddlers, and older siblings for stories, songs, and play!
Free
Yoga On The Pier
Pennypack on the Delaware 7801 State Road, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin Riverfront North and Roots2Rise for an all levels outdoor flow at Pennypack on the Delaware, Tuesdays from 6-7 pm! All ages and abilities are welcome. This class is made possible by the Riverfront North Partnership. Class is free but donations are welcome and will […]
Allied Gaymer Forces at The Attic Youth Center
The Attic Youth Center 255 South 16th St, PhiladelphiaFun competitive gaming sessions on PS4 and Nintendo Switch. Ages 14-23
The Chestnut Hill Conservancy’s Annual Night of Lights
Germantown Ave. 9601 Germantown Ave., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesEach evening from Friday, October 3 to Monday, October 6, the Night of Lights transforms Germantown Avenue into a walkable outdoor gallery. Archival images and stories are projected through storefront windows, while colorful lighting highlights the architecture of one of Philadelphia’s most iconic main streets. Night of Lights is […]
Meet the Women of the 18th Century at the Betsy Ross House
Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesMeet the Women of the 18th Century representing the diverse population of Colonial Philadelphia at the Betsy Ross House! Learn about their lives and the era they lived in by hearing their true, interactive stories.
Family Funday with PopUpPlay
Spruce Street Harbor Park 401 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesActivities include boat building, puppet making, and even constructing a working catapult. Each week promises captivating experiences for kids of all ages with a new make-and-take activity. This event is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome. Activities are available on […]
Family Storytime at Bustleton Library
Bustleton Library 10199 Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesOn Tuesdays at 11 AM, Bustleton Library hosts a family storytime. Bring your babies, toddlers, and older siblings for stories, songs, and play!
Free
Yoga On The Pier
Pennypack on the Delaware 7801 State Road, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin Riverfront North and Roots2Rise for an all levels outdoor flow at Pennypack on the Delaware, Tuesdays from 6-7 pm! All ages and abilities are welcome. This class is made possible by the Riverfront North Partnership. Class is free but donations are welcome and will […]
Dilworth Park Fall Market
Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesCelebrate the autumn season right in Center City! Browse work by 20+ local artisans and food vendors at Dilworth Park. Discover art, crafts, jewelry, seasonal eats, and more—perfect for fall shopping and family fun.
Allied Gaymer Forces at The Attic Youth Center
The Attic Youth Center 255 South 16th St, PhiladelphiaFun competitive gaming sessions on PS4 and Nintendo Switch. Ages 14-23
Meet the Women of the 18th Century at the Betsy Ross House
Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesMeet the Women of the 18th Century representing the diverse population of Colonial Philadelphia at the Betsy Ross House! Learn about their lives and the era they lived in by hearing their true, interactive stories.
American Philosophical Society Family Fun Day
American Philosophical Society Museum 104 South Fifth Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesInspired by APS Museum's 2025 exhibition, Philadelphia, The Revolutionary City, take part in a variety of activities as they welcome the fall weather and celebrate the remaining months of their current exhibition. There will be hands-on activities, games, and snacks for the whole family.
Dilworth Park Fall Market
Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesCelebrate the autumn season right in Center City! Browse work by 20+ local artisans and food vendors at Dilworth Park. Discover art, crafts, jewelry, seasonal eats, and more—perfect for fall shopping and family fun.
Free Admission at The Michener Museum
Michener Art Museum 138 South Pine Street, Doylestown, PA, United StatesThe 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 […]
Family Craft Table at Museum for Art in Wood
Museum for Art in Wood 141 N. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesStop in for a creative, fun-filled afternoon at the Museum for Art in Wood’s Family Craft table. Experience the Museum’s current exhibition, A Plank in a Shipwreck: Windgate Arts Residency Program in Wood 2025, the Permanent Collection, and unique handmade items in the Museum store. […]
Dilworth Park Fall Market
Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesCelebrate the autumn season right in Center City! Browse work by 20+ local artisans and food vendors at Dilworth Park. Discover art, crafts, jewelry, seasonal eats, and more—perfect for fall shopping and family fun.
Family Funday with PopUpPlay
Spruce Street Harbor Park 401 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesActivities include boat building, puppet making, and even constructing a working catapult. Each week promises captivating experiences for kids of all ages with a new make-and-take activity. This event is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome. Activities are available on […]
Family Storytime at Bustleton Library
Bustleton Library 10199 Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesOn Tuesdays at 11 AM, Bustleton Library hosts a family storytime. Bring your babies, toddlers, and older siblings for stories, songs, and play!
Free
Yoga On The Pier
Pennypack on the Delaware 7801 State Road, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin Riverfront North and Roots2Rise for an all levels outdoor flow at Pennypack on the Delaware, Tuesdays from 6-7 pm! All ages and abilities are welcome. This class is made possible by the Riverfront North Partnership. Class is free but donations are welcome and will […]
Allied Gaymer Forces at The Attic Youth Center
The Attic Youth Center 255 South 16th St, PhiladelphiaFun competitive gaming sessions on PS4 and Nintendo Switch. Ages 14-23
Meet the Women of the 18th Century at the Betsy Ross House
Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesMeet the Women of the 18th Century representing the diverse population of Colonial Philadelphia at the Betsy Ross House! Learn about their lives and the era they lived in by hearing their true, interactive stories.
Family Funday with PopUpPlay
Spruce Street Harbor Park 401 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesActivities include boat building, puppet making, and even constructing a working catapult. Each week promises captivating experiences for kids of all ages with a new make-and-take activity. This event is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome. Activities are available on […]
Family Storytime at Bustleton Library
Bustleton Library 10199 Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesOn Tuesdays at 11 AM, Bustleton Library hosts a family storytime. Bring your babies, toddlers, and older siblings for stories, songs, and play!
Free
Yoga On The Pier
Pennypack on the Delaware 7801 State Road, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin Riverfront North and Roots2Rise for an all levels outdoor flow at Pennypack on the Delaware, Tuesdays from 6-7 pm! All ages and abilities are welcome. This class is made possible by the Riverfront North Partnership. Class is free but donations are welcome and will […]
Allied Gaymer Forces at The Attic Youth Center
The Attic Youth Center 255 South 16th St, PhiladelphiaFun competitive gaming sessions on PS4 and Nintendo Switch. Ages 14-23
Meet the Women of the 18th Century at the Betsy Ross House
Betsy Ross House 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesMeet the Women of the 18th Century representing the diverse population of Colonial Philadelphia at the Betsy Ross House! Learn about their lives and the era they lived in by hearing their true, interactive stories.
Philadelphia Kidney Walk 2025 at the Navy Yard
Philadelphia Navy Yard Marine Parade Grounds 4747 S Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesThe Philadelphia Kidney Walk 2025 is a 2-mile non-competitive walk at Philadelphia's Navy Yard, offering family fun, music, and Zumba, raising funds for the National Kidney Foundation. Participation is free. The event serves as a vital source of support, providing assistance to those affected by […]
Free
Family Funday with PopUpPlay
Spruce Street Harbor Park 401 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesActivities include boat building, puppet making, and even constructing a working catapult. Each week promises captivating experiences for kids of all ages with a new make-and-take activity. This event is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome. Activities are available on […]
Family Storytime at Bustleton Library
Bustleton Library 10199 Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesOn Tuesdays at 11 AM, Bustleton Library hosts a family storytime. Bring your babies, toddlers, and older siblings for stories, songs, and play!
Free
Yoga On The Pier
Pennypack on the Delaware 7801 State Road, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin Riverfront North and Roots2Rise for an all levels outdoor flow at Pennypack on the Delaware, Tuesdays from 6-7 pm! All ages and abilities are welcome. This class is made possible by the Riverfront North Partnership. Class is free but donations are welcome and will […]
Allied Gaymer Forces at The Attic Youth Center
The Attic Youth Center 255 South 16th St, PhiladelphiaFun competitive gaming sessions on PS4 and Nintendo Switch. Ages 14-23
Family Funday with PopUpPlay
Spruce Street Harbor Park 401 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesActivities include boat building, puppet making, and even constructing a working catapult. Each week promises captivating experiences for kids of all ages with a new make-and-take activity. This event is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome. Activities are available on […]