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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Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink 101 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia
Read to a Therapy Dog at Parkway Central Library
Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Children's Department Ground Floor - Room 22, PhiladelphiaWeek of Events
Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
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.
Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
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.
Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
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.
Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
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.
Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
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.
Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
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.
Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink
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.
Monday, February 9, 2026
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February 9, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
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February 9, 2026 -Living Colors at Wanamaker House
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Living Colors at Wanamaker House
Living Colors is a vibrant exhibition that brings together three distinct artists united by a shared passion for expression through color, form, and storytelling.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
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February 10, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
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February 10, 2026 -Yoga On The Pier
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February 10, 2026 -Living Colors at Wanamaker House
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Yoga On The Pier
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 is a vibrant exhibition that brings together three distinct artists united by a shared passion for expression through color, form, and storytelling.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
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February 11, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
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February 11, 2026 -Open Gym Hours at Design Gym
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February 11, 2026 -Read to a Therapy Dog at Parkway Central Library
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February 11, 2026 -Living Colors at Wanamaker House
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Open Gym Hours at Design Gym
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 […]
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 […]
Living Colors at Wanamaker House
Living Colors is a vibrant exhibition that brings together three distinct artists united by a shared passion for expression through color, form, and storytelling.
Thursday, February 12, 2026
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February 12, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
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February 12, 2026 -Open Gym Hours at Design Gym
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February 12, 2026 -Living Colors at Wanamaker House
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February 12, 2026 -Love Notes: A Valentine’s Experience Featuring Antoine Dodson
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Open Gym Hours at Design Gym
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 […]
Living Colors at Wanamaker House
Living Colors is a vibrant exhibition that brings together three distinct artists united by a shared passion for expression through color, form, and storytelling.
Love Notes: A Valentine’s Experience Featuring Antoine Dodson
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 […]
Friday, February 13, 2026
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February 13, 2026 -Storytime + Design at Design Gym
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February 13, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
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February 13, 2026 -Open Gym Hours at Design Gym
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February 13, 2026 -Living Colors at Wanamaker House
Storytime + Design at Design Gym
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, […]
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Open Gym Hours at Design Gym
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 […]
Living Colors at Wanamaker House
Living Colors is a vibrant exhibition that brings together three distinct artists united by a shared passion for expression through color, form, and storytelling.
Saturday, February 14, 2026
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February 14, 2026 -Mini Makers Robotics Class with Brooklyn Robot Foundry
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February 14, 2026 -A Meal to Remember: Live Mystery Theater Experience
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February 14, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
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February 14, 2026 -Family Fun Saturdays at Historic Fair Hill
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February 14, 2026 -Living Colors at Wanamaker House
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February 14, 2026 -A Meal to Remember: Live Mystery Theater Experience
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February 14, 2026 -Sweetheart Skate at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
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February 14, 2026 -Valentine’s Day Fire and Ice Party
Mini Makers Robotics Class with Brooklyn Robot Foundry
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 […]
A Meal to Remember: Live Mystery Theater Experience
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 […]
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Family Fun Saturdays at Historic Fair Hill
Join Historic Fair Hill each Saturday afternoon for storytimes, games, arts & crafts, gardening, scavenger hunts, and more!
Living Colors at Wanamaker House
Living Colors is a vibrant exhibition that brings together three distinct artists united by a shared passion for expression through color, form, and storytelling.
A Meal to Remember: Live Mystery Theater Experience
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 […]
Sweetheart Skate at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
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.
Valentine’s Day Fire and Ice Party
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 […]
Sunday, February 15, 2026
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February 15, 2026 -Philly 215 Day at Please Touch Museum
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February 15, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
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February 15, 2026 -Family Funday with PopUpPlay
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February 15, 2026 -Storytime & Skate with Characters at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest
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February 15, 2026 -Living Colors at Wanamaker House
Philly 215 Day at Please Touch Museum
Bring the family together for Philly 215 Day at Please Touch Museum, where they celebrate all things Philly!
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest
Experience winter magic by ice skating at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winter Fest. Learn more and reserve tickets on their website.
Family Funday with PopUpPlay
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 […]
Storytime & Skate with Characters at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest
Bring the family at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest for their Storytime & Skate with Characters. Little ones can enjoy an afternoon filled with magical moments, warm stories, and ice skating with their favorite costumed friends. Reserve tickets and find specific characters on their website.
Living Colors at Wanamaker House
Living Colors is a vibrant exhibition that brings together three distinct artists united by a shared passion for expression through color, form, and storytelling.

