The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids

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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Philly Family Community Calendar

  • Rock to the Future: Youth-Led Open Mic Night

    One Art Community Center 1431-39 North 52nd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Rock to the Future presents a Youth-Led Open Mic Night on Thursday, January 23 from 6–8:30 PM at One Art Community Center in West Philadelphia. Concert Creators students will run the event and perform, while teens ages 13–19 are invited to take the stage and […]

    Free
  • SongSLAM with Mister John’s Music

    Mister John's Music 761 S 8th St., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Come together on Friday, January 23rd for Mister John's Music first SongSLAM of 2026. This performance event will feature the private voice students of Miss Casie, Miss Anna and Miss Leah, along with a reception.

  • Curtis Symphony Orchestra: Osmo Conducts Bartók

    Marian Anderson Hall 300 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join celebrated Finnish conductor Osmo Vänskä for an unforgettable evening of music, from Missy Mazzoli's celestial Sinfonia and Henry Dorn's moving Transitions to the world premiere of David Serkin Ludwig's new concerto featuring Grammy-winning quintet Imani Winds. The concert concludes with Bartók's beloved Concerto for […]

    $28 – $60
  • Rock to the Future MusiCore Winter Showcase

    Roosevelt Elementary School 430 Washington Ln, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Get ready for an unforgettable night of music and talent on January 27th from 4:30–7:00 PM as Rock to the Future presents their MusiCore Winter Showcase! Rock to the Future's MusiCore After School program combines exciting music opportunities, instrumental instruction, peer collaboration, and live performance […]

    Free
  • DCS Symphony Explorers

    McNichol Art Gallery, Thomas A. Bruder Life Center Neumann University 1 Neumann Dr, Aston, PA, United States

    On Monday, February 16th, a free introduction to symphonic music for elementary and middle school students with a parent or guardian, sponsored by Delaware County Symphony. RSVP: symphonyexplorersdcs@gmail.com Directions: neumann.edu/about/directions.asp Campus Map (Building 3): explore.neumann.edu/hubfs/Website-PDFs/campus_map.pdf

    FREE
  • Juneteenth Wellness & Arts Festival 2026 (#JWAF)

    Cherry Street Pier 121 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The Juneteenth Wellness & Arts Festival #JWAF is a vibrant, community-centered celebration honoring the legacy of Juneteenth through a unique blend of cultural arts, wellness, and education. (A zero-proof experience for the entire family). Designed to uplift Black culture and promote holistic well-being, the festival […]

    Free – $20