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The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids
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Week of Events
October 9, 2025
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Ghost Tour of Philadelphia
Ghost Tour of Philadelphia
Runs nightly through October 31! Get in the Halloween spirit with bone-chilling tales from beyond the grave on a Candlelight Ghost Tour of Philadelphia! Unearth spine-tingling stories of wandering ghosts, haunted houses steeped in mystery, and hidden burial grounds on a walking tour of Old […]
October 10, 2025
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MomMom Ceramic Ghost Glaze Workshop
MomMom Ceramic Ghost Glaze Workshop
Join South Philly Time Capsule’s Sue Liedke for a MomMom Glaze Workshop celebrating the spooky charm of vintage Halloween! Each participant will receive a bisque-fired ceramic ghost, cast from a vintage mold. Choose between two classic designs. Participants will decorate their ghost using a variety […]
October 10, 2025
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Ghost Tour of Philadelphia
Ghost Tour of Philadelphia
Runs nightly through October 31! Get in the Halloween spirit with bone-chilling tales from beyond the grave on a Candlelight Ghost Tour of Philadelphia! Unearth spine-tingling stories of wandering ghosts, haunted houses steeped in mystery, and hidden burial grounds on a walking tour of Old […]
October 10, 2025
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Science After Hours: Fright @ Night
Science After Hours: Fright @ Night
Celebrate the art of transformation. Costumes are encouraged for this Halloween-inspired Science After Hours. Channel an alter ego or push fashion beyond its limit, this is your space to experiment without rules! From bold fashion to animal mimicry to playful imagination, explore the limitless creativity […]
October 11, 2025
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Boo at the Zoo
Boo at the Zoo
Gather your ghosts and goblins, put on your favorite costume, bring a bag, and trick-or-treat throughout the Zoo. Be sure to visit all our animal exhibits to see who might be munching on pumpkins or playing with Halloween-themed enrichment! Enjoy seasonal décor, photo opportunities, festive […]
October 11, 2025
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Trick-or-Treat Scavenger Hunt at Sister Cities Park
Trick-or-Treat Scavenger Hunt at Sister Cities Park
Kids are invited to embrace their silly side as live entertainers offer unique programs.
October 11, 2025
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Trick or Treat Scavenger Hunt
Trick or Treat Scavenger Hunt
Kids are invited to embrace their silly side as live entertainers offer unique programs.
October 11, 2025
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Reading of the Epworth Poltergeist Spooky Story
Reading of the Epworth Poltergeist Spooky Story
Hear a spooky retelling of the Epworth Poltergeist by Dr. Olivia Cacchione. In 1716, a poltergeist began to haunt the Wesley family in their home at the Epworth Parsonage. For the next year, disturbing noises permeated the house, ranging from quiet footsteps to deafening crashes. […]
October 11, 2025
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Ghost Tour of Philadelphia
Ghost Tour of Philadelphia
Runs nightly through October 31! Get in the Halloween spirit with bone-chilling tales from beyond the grave on a Candlelight Ghost Tour of Philadelphia! Unearth spine-tingling stories of wandering ghosts, haunted houses steeped in mystery, and hidden burial grounds on a walking tour of Old […]
October 12, 2025
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Boo at the Zoo
Boo at the Zoo
Gather your ghosts and goblins, put on your favorite costume, bring a bag, and trick-or-treat throughout the Zoo. Be sure to visit all our animal exhibits to see who might be munching on pumpkins or playing with Halloween-themed enrichment! Enjoy seasonal décor, photo opportunities, festive […]