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The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids
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Philly’s Second Annual Red, White, & Blue To-Do
Celebrate America’s 250th in the heart of history at the Philadelphia Historic District 250th Committee's Second Annual Red, White, & Blue To-Do on July 2, 2025! Kick off the day with a flag raising at the Betsy Ross House, then enjoy the spirited Pomp & […]
48 Record Bar’s Dad Rock Special
48 Record Bar is pleased to present the 2nd annual Dad Rock Special! An evening of all your dad's "daddiest dad rock", such as The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, CSNY, Steely Dan, Neil Young, and Bruce Springsteen. There will also be ticket giveaways […]
Philadelphia Juneteenth Parade and Festival
The Philadelphia Juneteenth Parade and Festival, started by the Pennsylvania Juneteenth Initiative, is the largest annual celebration in the nation attended by thousands where we join together to have fun, embrace our history and continue the tradition of Kujichagulia (self-determination). Over the past five years, […]
Monday, June 16, 2025
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Tuesday, June 17, 2025
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June 17, 2025 -Yoga On The Pier
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, June 18, 2025
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June 18, 2025 -“The Questioneers” exhibit at the Please Touch Museum
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June 18, 2025 -June Storytime at Morris Arboretum and Gardens
“The Questioneers” exhibit at the Please Touch Museum
Head to Philly's Please Touch Museum this summer to experience The Questioneers exhibit! This exhibit is based off of the best-selling series of books by author Andrea Beaty and illustrator David Roberts. The Questioneers characters Ada Twist, Scientist; Rosie Revere, Engineer; Iggy Peck, Architect; Sofia […]
June Storytime at Morris Arboretum and Gardens
The Morris Arboretum and Gardens is hosting their monthly story time in their Outdoor Classroom! This event starts at 10:30 am on June 18th, and will kick off with the reading of How Pollen Moves by Susannah Buhrman-Deever. Following the story, children can participate in pollination-themed […]
Thursday, June 19, 2025
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June 19, 2025 -Juneteenth at Please Touch Museum
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June 19, 2025 -Juneteenth Block Party and Free Museum Day at AAMP
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June 19, 2025 -Celebrate The Stories of Black Revolutionaries this Juneteenth at the Museum of the American Revolution
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June 19, 2025 -Juneteenth at Eastern State Penitentiary
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June 19, 2025 -Juneteenth Pop Up Market: Highlighting Black Makers
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June 19, 2025 -Philadelphia’s own Millennial Juneteenth
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June 19, 2025 -Sankofa Farm Stand at Bartram’s Village
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June 19, 2025 -Arts on Center Stage
Juneteenth at Please Touch Museum
Join Please Touch Museum in celebration of liberation and innovation. Enjoy Museum programming celebrating the Black experience, including special performances, activities, and workshops.
Juneteenth Block Party and Free Museum Day at AAMP
Join the African American Museum in Philadelphia for "Audacious Freedom: Celebrating 160 Years of Emancipation", a Juneteenth block party including free museum admission! This family-friendly outdoor festival will be led by Philadelphia’s own Patty Jackson from iHeart Radio and WDAS-FM, featuring Grammy Award-winning DJ and […]
Celebrate The Stories of Black Revolutionaries this Juneteenth at the Museum of the American Revolution
Celebrate Juneteenth, the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the legal abolition of slavery in the United States, with the Museum of the American Revolution on Thursday, June 19, 2025! In its galleries and online, the Museum will delve into the lesser-known stories of Black men […]
Juneteenth at Eastern State Penitentiary
Join Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site this Juneteenth for a meaningful day of reflection, learning, and community connection. Explore the powerful links between American history, mass incarceration, and the continuing struggle for racial justice through engaging programs that encourage dialogue, deepen understanding, and inspire civic […]
Juneteenth Pop Up Market: Highlighting Black Makers
To celebrate Juneteenth, Art Star will be spotlighting some of the incredible Black makers that they have been working with over the years. Come out and support a bunch of amazing Black owned, small businesses in one spot!
Philadelphia’s own Millennial Juneteenth
Millennial Juneteenth returns for its sixth annual Juneteenth Festival, set to take place at the 48th & Woodland Playground! The 2025 event, themed “Black Outside,” invites people of all ages to enjoy an exciting lineup that includes shopping with Black-owned vendors, live music, dance, poetry […]
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 […]
Arts on Center Stage
Philadelphia’s robust network of arts and culture organizations will be celebrated every week as they perform in the center of the city. The performances will range from orchestral serenades and ballet ensembles to jazz instrumentals and more. Attendance is free for all, but seating in […]
Friday, June 20, 2025
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June 20, 2025 -FIFA Club World Cup
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June 20, 2025 -Rutabaga Toy Library’s Kids’ Night Out
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June 20, 2025 -Movies on the Mall: “Harriet”
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June 20, 2025 -Chinese Lantern Festival at Franklin Square
FIFA Club World Cup
Soccer fans unite! Philly is proud to welcome the FIFA Club World Cup, hosting 8 matches here at Lincoln Financial Field. June 16: Flamengo vs. Esperance Sportive de Tunis June 18: Manchester City vs. Wydad AC June 20: Flamengo vs. Chelsea June 22: Juventus FC […]
Rutabaga Toy Library’s Kids’ Night Out
While parents enjoy a well-deserved evening off, children ages 4–10 are invited to have a fantastic time at Kids' Night Out, with pizza, snacks, and an age-appropriate short movie or show. It’s a wonderful chance for kids to play, make new friends, and enjoy themselves […]
Movies on the Mall: “Harriet”
Join the Philadelphia Visitor Center Corporation and Independence Historical Trust for "Harriet", part of their Movies On The Mall free outdoor movie series celebrating the themes and history of Independence National Historical Park. Before the film screenings, the Visitor Center and the Trust will host […]
Chinese Lantern Festival at Franklin Square
The Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square is a celebration of light and culture featuring silk-wrapped steel-framed sculptures lighting up the night sky. The sculptures are larger than life and include archways, pop-culture references, mechanical sculptures, and more all done in brilliant colors. Enjoy […]
Saturday, June 21, 2025
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June 21, 2025 -Babies and Books Breakfast Storyplay with Miss Pam
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June 21, 2025 -World Cafe Live presents: Fandango, a family Bridge Session
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June 21, 2025 -Avenue of the Arts Block Party
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June 21, 2025 -El Mercado Cultural at Cherry Street Pier
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June 21, 2025 -3rd Annual Juneteenth Wine & Arts Festival
Babies and Books Breakfast Storyplay with Miss Pam
Storytime in the Auditorium – For Ages 6 Weeks and Up! Join for a joyful celebration of books, bubbles, birds, balls, and dancing! Bring something that starts with the /b/ sound for a silly, interactive game.
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World Cafe Live presents: Fandango, a family Bridge Session
World Cafe Live is celebrating International Music Day, June 21st, with a FREE family Bridge Session, an interactive, educational music performance! Beginning at 10:30am, families can browse Wolrd Cafe Live's Philly partner organizations' tables with interactive activities, books, local resources, or take pictures at our […]
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Avenue of the Arts Block Party
This year, Ensemble Arts is partying outside and in, with a range of performances taking place on a pop-up stage at Broad and Spruce Streets. Audiences can expect some of Broadway’s finest performers, performing selections from the upcoming 2025-26 Broadway season shows, as well as […]
El Mercado Cultural at Cherry Street Pier
El Mercado Cultural is a Fleisher initiative focused on contributing creative and marketing resources to new merchants, restaurant owners, and market vendors completely free of charge. From product and food photography to digital marketing and branding, Fleisher’s intent is to capture the natural intersection between […]
3rd Annual Juneteenth Wine & Arts Festival
The Women's Coalition for Empowerment, Inc. is in partnership with the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation for the 3rd Annual Juneteenth Wine & Arts Festival! This event celebrates Juneteenth and Black culture through wine tastings, art exhibits, and live music performances. This is a family-friendly event […]
Sunday, June 22, 2025
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June 22, 2025 -FIFA Club World Cup
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June 22, 2025 -Family Funday with PopUpPlay
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June 22, 2025 -Sunset Drag with the Drag Mafia
FIFA Club World Cup
Soccer fans unite! Philly is proud to welcome the FIFA Club World Cup, hosting 8 matches here at Lincoln Financial Field. June 16: Flamengo vs. Esperance Sportive de Tunis June 18: Manchester City vs. Wydad AC June 20: Flamengo vs. Chelsea June 22: Juventus FC […]
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 […]
Sunset Drag with the Drag Mafia
Brittany Lynn and her drag troupe have been performing for over twenty years — with shows at casinos, restaurants, and concert venues all over the tri-state area. Serving you the best in celebrity impersonation, this is the closest thing to real celebrities you'll get to […]