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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In partnership with the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation, join Riverways for a free trip on the Delaware River every Thursday in October, beginning near Cherry St Pier. Paddle with friends and neighbors as the sun sets and experience Philadelphia from a whole new perspective. Each […]
The West Philadelphia YMCA invites families to celebrate fall at its annual Harvest Festival on Friday, October 30, from 4–7 p.m. This free event is open to youth ages 5–18 and features trunk-or-treat, arts and crafts, face painting, a live DJ, an obstacle course, family […]
Parents can enjoy a well-deserved night out while the kids have a blast at Parent’s Night Out at We Rock the Spectrum! Children will enjoy an evening of gym play, arts and crafts, music, food, and more in a fun, engaging environment. It’s the perfect […]
Philly SkatePlex is hosting a monstrously fun Halloween skate on Friday, October 30, featuring a special meet-and-greet with Frankie! Admission is $12, with skate rentals available for $6, plus $1 green snow cones and a Candy Corn Guessing Jar for a chance to win a […]
For over 30 years, the Ghost Tour of Philadelphia has entertained locals and tourists alike with haunting tales of the city’s lingering spirits. Based on the book, Ghost Stories of Philadelphia, the tour combines ghost stories, legends, and Philly’s remarkable history on a candlelight stroll […]
Join in on Halloween fun at the annual St. Huberts High School Halloween craft show with over 50+ vendors and crafters. Just in time for the spooky evening ahead! Enter the cafeteria through Ditman or Bleigh Street Doors.
Get ready for a not-so-scary Halloween celebration at Cherry Street Pier! Join PopUpPlay for a family-friendly Halloween party packed with costumes, trick-or-treating, games, crafts, treats, and plenty of creative fun.Tickets: $20 per person | $70 for four Come dressed in your Halloween best and help […]
This Halloween, Oct. 31, join friends and neighbors at the Museum of the American Revolution and online for Revolutionary family-friendly frights and fun, including turnip-carving demonstrations, Revolutionary stencils for your jack-o-lantern, and more. Turnip-Carving Demonstrations Rotunda | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Learn from a […]
Families are invited to join the spooktacular Fall Fest celebration on October 26th along East Passyunk Avenue. Kids and adults can participate in pumpkin carving and creative arts activities, and trick or treating. Guests can also browse craft and arts vendors throughout the event. Free […]
Philly SkatePlex invites families to a spooktacular Halloween celebration on Saturday, October 31, from noon to 3 p.m., with admission just $14! Guests can show off their favorite costumes, meet friendly Halloween characters, and enjoy a costume contest, candy station, tattoos, face painting, and Halloween […]
Celebrate Halloween on South Street with a spooktacular day of festive fun for all ages! Enjoy trick-or-treating throughout the District, a Halloween Costume Promenade and Vintage Car Parade, Trunk-or-Treat at Headhouse Plaza, and spooky treats at the Shambles, plus costume contests, themed drinks, and more […]
Philly SkatePlex is hosting a frightfully fun Halloween Skate Party on Saturday, October 31, from 4–7 p.m., featuring a Buy One Admission for $14, Get One FREE deal and skate rentals for just $6! Guests are encouraged to dress up in their favorite costumes, meet […]
Celebrate Halloween at All Saints with a festive trick-or-treat adventure throughout the historic 250-year-old graveyard! Bring a bag, wear your favorite costume, and enjoy treats at stations across the property, plus a special performance of spooky organ music and classic cartoons for the whole family. Wiggly […]
The Great Pumpkin Glow is a brand-new experience lighting up Swedesboro, NJ, perfect for a fun night out with friends or a family trip to remember. Thousands of glowing jack o'lanterns fill the night. Walk through huge pumpkin displays, snap some pics at fun photo […]
