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The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids
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Week of Events
Love Your Park Week 2025
This spring, show your favorite neighborhood park some love! Love Your Park Week is a nine-day celebration of Philadelphia's public parks from May 10-18, 2025. In partnership with Philadelphia Parks & Recreation and Fairmount Park Conservancy, Park Friends Groups across the city will be hosting […]
Monday, May 5, 2025
No events on this day.
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
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May 6, 2025 -Little Wares Postpartum Connections Series
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May 6, 2025 -Yoga On The Pier
Little Wares Postpartum Connections Series
Join Little Wares for a 6-week interactive workshop on Tuesday mornings for postpartum families. Each week will be hosted by a postpartum professional, focusing on a specific topic area. Join all six weeks or drop-in when you can! $150 for the series or $30 drop-in. […]
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 […]
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
No events on this day.
Thursday, May 8, 2025
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May 8, 2025 -Mother’s Day Weekend at the Barnes
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May 8, 2025 -Sankofa Farm Stand at Bartram’s Village
Mother’s Day Weekend at the Barnes
With a world-class art collection, expertly guided tours, an on-site restaurant featuring delicious fare, and a fabulously curated shop, the Barnes has everything Mom could want for a special day. Art, brunch, and a gift - you're all set! Tours: Highlights Tour (Thursday–Monday, 11:30am […]
Sankofa Farm Stand at Bartram’s Village
Come purchase fresh, chemical-free inspirited local produce straight from Sankofa Community Farm every Thursday at the Bartram’s Village apartments (54th & Lindbergh Blvd entrance), now through mid-November! EBT, cash, WIC Farmer’s Market vouchers, and Senior vouchers are all accepted methods of payment (standard retail WIC […]
Friday, May 9, 2025
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May 9, 2025 -Mother’s Day Weekend at the Barnes
Mother’s Day Weekend at the Barnes
With a world-class art collection, expertly guided tours, an on-site restaurant featuring delicious fare, and a fabulously curated shop, the Barnes has everything Mom could want for a special day. Art, brunch, and a gift - you're all set! Tours: Highlights Tour (Thursday–Monday, 11:30am […]
Saturday, May 10, 2025
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May 10, 2025 -Sensory-Friendly Morning at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
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May 10, 2025 -Accessible Hot Spots & Storied Plots
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May 10, 2025 -Northern Liberties Mother’s Day Shopping Stroll
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May 10, 2025 -Meet & Greet Author Lady Carolyn: Book Signing & Self-Care Journaling Class
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May 10, 2025 -Mother’s Day Weekend at the Barnes
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May 10, 2025 -Up Next! Youth Jam Sessions
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May 10, 2025 -Saturday Robotics Boot Camp at Snowbot Philly East
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May 10, 2025 -Kayak Season Kickoff
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May 10, 2025 -The Lady Hoofers at the Annenberg Center
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May 10, 2025 -Mother’s Day at the Betsy Ross House
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May 10, 2025 -Kids’ Night Out at The Dandelion Project
Sensory-Friendly Morning at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
Sensory-friendly mornings can be a comfortable, calmer way for museum visitors, especially those with sensory sensitivities, to explore the museum. These mornings will include: Advanced ticketing to help avoid lines Smaller crowds More tranquil sounds in exhibitions whenever possible, with soundscapes and roaring dinosaurs softened […]
Accessible Hot Spots & Storied Plots
In life and death, we all have stories to tell, and what better place to hear tales of wonder than Philadelphia’s most famous home of the dead? This introductory tour provides an informative overview of Laurel Hill East’s long history, which includes many marble masterpieces, […]
Northern Liberties Mother’s Day Shopping Stroll
Families can kick off their Mother's Day weekend on May 10th at the Northern Liberties Farmers Market before exploring the neighborhood for exclusive deals, sidewalk sales, and unique treasures from local shops. It's the perfect opportunity to spend quality time with mom or find that […]
Meet & Greet Author Lady Carolyn: Book Signing & Self-Care Journaling Class
Carolyn Jenkins, a Philadelphia native, author, producer, screenwriter, and writer of creative non-fiction stories and journal books, is on a mission to help women take charge of their narratives with the release of her latest book, Her Life Lessons in a Clutch Journal & Short Motivational Stories. […]
Mother’s Day Weekend at the Barnes
With a world-class art collection, expertly guided tours, an on-site restaurant featuring delicious fare, and a fabulously curated shop, the Barnes has everything Mom could want for a special day. Art, brunch, and a gift - you're all set! Tours: Highlights Tour (Thursday–Monday, 11:30am […]
Up Next! Youth Jam Sessions
Up Next! is a free monthly open jam session providing a platform for Philly’s creative youth to learn, perform, collaborate, and grow. Every second Saturday, The Lounge at World Cafe Live offers an all-ages, alcohol-free environment, showcasing our city’s up-and-coming talent while building community across […]
Free
Saturday Robotics Boot Camp at Snowbot Philly East
Are your kids bored on Saturdays? Are you looking to reduce screen time over the winter and spring months? Try something different! Supplement your child’s learning at school, decrease boredom, and encourage YOUR CHILD’s interest in STEAM through Robotics. Take a break from the “norm” […]
$50.00
Kayak Season Kickoff
Join Land health Institute at the Dragon Boat Dock to launch their Kayak Season! Kayakers of all skill levels are invited. Jump into a kayak and share the river excitement! Kids under 11 need an adult supervisor.
The Lady Hoofers at the Annenberg Center
Philadelphia’s own all-women tap company, The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble, is coming to the Annenberg Center. The 2025 Spring Concert Series features innovative choreography by Michael J. Love and Dolores Sanchez, audience favorites by Katie Budris and Kat Echevarría Richter, and a world premiere by […]
$25 – $35
Mother’s Day at the Betsy Ross House
This Mother’s Day weekend, treat the mom in your life (or yourself!) to a one-of-a-kind experience at the historic Betsy Ross House. Take part in a hands-on workshop where you’ll create your very own needle book—a beautiful, practical accessory that dates back to the 1800s. […]
Kids’ Night Out at The Dandelion Project
Calling all parents who want an evening off: The Dandelion Project is thrilled to welcome young people (age 5+) into their space for a night of crafting, free/self-chosen play, games, a projector movie and more! Dinner will be provided. Kids Night Out Flow: 5:00pm- 5:30pm: […]
Sunday, May 11, 2025
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May 11, 2025 -Mother’s Day Weekend at the Barnes
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May 11, 2025 -Free Community Day with SEAMAAC
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May 11, 2025 -PECO Family Jams at Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens: One Book One Philadelphia
Mother’s Day Weekend at the Barnes
With a world-class art collection, expertly guided tours, an on-site restaurant featuring delicious fare, and a fabulously curated shop, the Barnes has everything Mom could want for a special day. Art, brunch, and a gift - you're all set! Tours: Highlights Tour (Thursday–Monday, 11:30am […]
Free Community Day with SEAMAAC
The American Swedish Historical Museum is hosting a free community day in partnership with SEAMAAC! Learn about this Philadelphia organization and take the opportunity to view the community exhibit "Through the Eyes of Philadelphia’s New Americans: Art, Resilience, and Community". SEAMAAC teaching artists from the […]
PECO Family Jams at Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens: One Book One Philadelphia
This month, the crafting program is inspired by the Free Library’s “One Book One Philadelphia” selection: The Artivist, written and illustrated by Nikkolas Smith. In this picture book, a young artist uses his talent to fight for a better world by creating murals, protest signs, […]