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The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids
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Week of Events
Monday, October 12, 2026
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October 12, 2026 -Ghost Tour of Philadelphia
Ghost Tour of Philadelphia
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 […]
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
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October 13, 2026 -Ghost Tour of Philadelphia
Ghost Tour of Philadelphia
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 […]
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
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October 14, 2026 -Not So Scary Halloween Party at the Philly Skate Plex
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October 14, 2026 -Ghost Tour of Philadelphia
Not So Scary Halloween Party at the Philly Skate Plex
Get ready for a spooktacular day of skating, costumes, and Halloween fun for the whole family. Enjoy pumpkin crafts, face painting, tattoos, and Halloween music! Come dressed in your favorite costume for a chance to win a prize! Two sessions: 12 PM–3 PM & […]
Ghost Tour of Philadelphia
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 […]
Thursday, October 15, 2026
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October 15, 2026 -FREE Sunset Paddles with Riverways
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October 15, 2026 -Ghost Tour of Philadelphia
FREE Sunset Paddles with Riverways
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 […]
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Ghost Tour of Philadelphia
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 […]
Friday, October 16, 2026
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October 16, 2026 -Ghost Tour of Philadelphia
Ghost Tour of Philadelphia
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 […]
Saturday, October 17, 2026
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October 17, 2026 -B.Y.O.C. South Street
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October 17, 2026 -Chestnut Hill’s Ghost Walk Stories
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October 17, 2026 -Ghost Tour of Philadelphia
B.Y.O.C. South Street
Bring your own chair and join in on South Street fun, for a car-free afternoon and a fall evening of music, games, and screening of Hocus Pocus. This event is free for the community and includes a bounce house, pumpkin carving contest, and live music!
Chestnut Hill’s Ghost Walk Stories
Sign up for a ghost walk slot to hear four scary stories along a short route from the Chestnut Hill Library to Hilltop Books. At each stop, participants will enjoy a short story from a live, costumed storyteller. This event is suitable for kids and […]
Ghost Tour of Philadelphia
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 […]
Sunday, October 18, 2026
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October 18, 2026 -Halloween in the Historic District
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October 18, 2026 -Solloween at Solly Stables
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October 18, 2026 -Ghost Tour of Philadelphia
Halloween in the Historic District
Bring your family for a spooktacular Philadelphia adventure mixing history with Halloween fun and treats! Start at the Independence Visitor Center and pick up treat bags and maps for district-wide trick-or-treating. Join pumpkin painting at 11 am, then explore iconic landmarks offering ghostly tales and […]
Solloween at Solly Stables
Head to Solly Stables for their Solloween event this fall. Come and see their horses dressed up in their best costumes and bring a candy bucket for a unique trick-or-treating event for the whole family!
Ghost Tour of Philadelphia
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 […]