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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  • Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink

    Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.

  • Living Colors at Wanamaker House

    Living Colors
    Wanamaker House 2020 Walnut Street, Philadelphia

    Living Colors is a vibrant exhibition that brings together three distinct artists united by a shared passion for expression through color, form, and storytelling.

    Free
  • Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink

    Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.

  • Yoga On The Pier

    Yoga On The Pier
    Pennypack on the Delaware 7801 State Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Riverfront North and Roots2Rise for an all levels outdoor flow at Pennypack on the Delaware, Tuesdays from 6-7 pm! All ages and abilities are welcome. This class is made possible by the Riverfront North Partnership. Class is free but donations are welcome and will […]

  • Living Colors at Wanamaker House

    Living Colors
    Wanamaker House 2020 Walnut Street, Philadelphia

    Living Colors is a vibrant exhibition that brings together three distinct artists united by a shared passion for expression through color, form, and storytelling.

    Free
  • Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink

    Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.

  • Open Gym Hours at Design Gym

    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The community design studio in Norris Square welcomes everyone to Open Gym for drop-in hours for creative exploration and design play. Visitors can reset their minds, work on projects, try design tools and exercises, play creative games, browse the design library, or simply co-work in […]

    $10 – $20
  • Read to a Therapy Dog at Parkway Central Library

    Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Children's Department Ground Floor - Room 22, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    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 […]

  • Living Colors at Wanamaker House

    Living Colors
    Wanamaker House 2020 Walnut Street, Philadelphia

    Living Colors is a vibrant exhibition that brings together three distinct artists united by a shared passion for expression through color, form, and storytelling.

    Free
  • Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink

    Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.

  • Open Gym Hours at Design Gym

    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The community design studio in Norris Square welcomes everyone to Open Gym for drop-in hours for creative exploration and design play. Visitors can reset their minds, work on projects, try design tools and exercises, play creative games, browse the design library, or simply co-work in […]

    $10 – $20
  • Living Colors at Wanamaker House

    Living Colors
    Wanamaker House 2020 Walnut Street, Philadelphia

    Living Colors is a vibrant exhibition that brings together three distinct artists united by a shared passion for expression through color, form, and storytelling.

    Free
  • Love Notes: A Valentine’s Experience Featuring Antoine Dodson

    City Winery Philadelphia 990 Filbert St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Love Notes: A Valentine's Experience Featuring Antoine Dodson offers couples a soulful alternative to traditional Valentine's celebrations. The intimate R&B concert takes place at City Winery Philadelphia, providing an upscale yet relaxed atmosphere centered on live music and connection. Guests can enjoy the performance in […]

    $24
  • Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink

    Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.

  • Storytime + Design at Design Gym

    Storytime + Design
    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Design Gym invites everyone to Storytime + Design, a weekly creative experience that introduces design concepts through books and playful exercises. Each session explores a story and pairs it with hands-on activities that nurture creativity and design thinking. The program welcomes all ages and identities, […]

    Free – $10
  • Open Gym Hours at Design Gym

    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The community design studio in Norris Square welcomes everyone to Open Gym for drop-in hours for creative exploration and design play. Visitors can reset their minds, work on projects, try design tools and exercises, play creative games, browse the design library, or simply co-work in […]

    $10 – $20
  • Living Colors at Wanamaker House

    Living Colors
    Wanamaker House 2020 Walnut Street, Philadelphia

    Living Colors is a vibrant exhibition that brings together three distinct artists united by a shared passion for expression through color, form, and storytelling.

    Free
  • Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink

    Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.

  • Mini Makers Robotics Class with Brooklyn Robot Foundry

    Mini Makers Robotics Class
    SnowBot Philly East, LLC 12 West Glenside Avenue, Glenside, PA, United States

    Brooklyn Robot Foundry Philly's Mini Makers program brings the joy of building and creating to young learners ages 3–6 through weekly Saturday STEAM robotics classes in Glenside, PA, where little hands explore engineering and creativity in a screen-free environment—and every child takes home something they […]

    $25.00
  • A Meal to Remember: Live Mystery Theater Experience

    American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The American Swedish Historical Museum presents Before the Doors Open on February 14, 2026. This event is an immersive historical mystery where guests help uncover the identities of figures from the past through clues and audience voting. Tickets include a Scandinavian-inspired buffet and performance, making […]

  • Living Colors at Wanamaker House

    Living Colors
    Wanamaker House 2020 Walnut Street, Philadelphia

    Living Colors is a vibrant exhibition that brings together three distinct artists united by a shared passion for expression through color, form, and storytelling.

    Free
  • A Meal to Remember: Live Mystery Theater Experience

    American Swedish Historical Museum 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The American Swedish Historical Museum presents Before the Doors Open on February 14, 2026. This event is an immersive historical mystery where guests help uncover the identities of figures from the past through clues and audience voting. Tickets include a Scandinavian-inspired buffet and performance, making […]

  • Valentine’s Day Fire and Ice Party

    Independence Blue Cross RiverRink 101 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Spend Valentine's Day at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest. Whether it’s a date, a family outing, or time with friends! Enjoy gliding on the ice under twinkling lights, romantic moments by the fire, plus gorgeous Waterfront views. This event includes skating, live DJ, photobooth, and […]

  • Sweetheart Skate at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest

    Independence Blue Cross RiverRink 101 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Celebrate Valentine's Day with a date night at the Sweetheart Skate at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.

  • Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink

    Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Come together for some ice-skating with Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, offered seven days a week until February 22, 2026. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.

  • Philly 215 Day at Please Touch Museum

    Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Bring the family together for Philly 215 Day at Please Touch Museum, where they celebrate all things Philly!

  • Family Funday with PopUpPlay

    Spruce Street Harbor Park 401 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Activities include boat building, puppet making, and even constructing a working catapult. Each week promises captivating experiences for kids of all ages with a new make-and-take activity. This event is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome. Activities are available on […]