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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 -Twilight Tales Family Story Time at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Twilight Tales Family Story Time at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library
Bring the family at Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library for an interactive storytime. Every Monday, this event includes favorite read-aloud books, songs, and craft that's fun for the whole family!
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
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October 13, 2026 -Chuck E. Cheese Homeschool Play Days
Chuck E. Cheese Homeschool Play Days
On the 2nd Tuesday of every month, join Chuck E. Cheese for Homeschool Play Days! From 11am – 4pm, score 90-minutes of All You Can Play games, a reusable Play Pass card, unlimited soft drinks, and all the E-Tickets you can earn on gameplay for […]
$11.99
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
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October 14, 2026 -Read to a Therapy Dog at Parkway Central Library
Read to a Therapy Dog at Parkway Central Library
On Wednesdays at Parkway Central Library, independent readers and children can practice their reading skills with a certified therapy dog from Comfort Caring Canines. Dogs will be accompanied by their handler during this program, and each child will be assigned individual time to read to […]
Thursday, October 15, 2026
No events on this day.
Friday, October 16, 2026
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October 16, 2026 -Fiber Craft Fridays at Kingsessing Library
Fiber Craft Fridays at Kingsessing Library
At Kingsessing Library, little ones can learn the basics of crochet, finger knit, mushroom knit, or just get cozy with some yarn on Friday afternoons. Yarn will be out in the children’s area starting at 3:30 pm, and then Librarian Rachel will provide a short […]
Saturday, October 17, 2026
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October 17, 2026 -Stories of Science at Science History Institute
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October 17, 2026 -Kids Market in Manayunk
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October 17, 2026 -cinéKIDZ presents Turning Red—in partnership with YES!
Stories of Science at Science History Institute
At Science History Institute, families can enjoy an engaging program that highlights spellbinding and surprising stories of science history. Saturday’s fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Stories of Science takes place weekly on Saturdays, with each story varying every week. Admission […]
Kids Market in Manayunk
Come out and support the next generation of entrepreneurs at Kids Market in Manayunk! Watch young business owners turn their big ideas into reality as they launch their own businesses, sell to real customers, and build confidence along the way. Enjoy the crisp fall weather, […]
cinéKIDZ presents Turning Red—in partnership with YES!
You're invited to join cinéSPEAK for the inaugural season of cinéKIDZ! cinéKIDZ invites children ages 3 to 10 and their caregivers to discover magical worlds, unforgettable characters, and stories that inspire curiosity, kindness, and wonder. Each free monthly gathering transforms the library into a playful […]
Free
Sunday, October 18, 2026
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October 18, 2026 -Halloween in the Historic District
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 […]