Growing Towards the Sun Art Installation
Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard 1001 Intrepid Avenue, Philadelphia
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Growing Towards the Sun Art Installation
Growing Towards the Sun features work by painter Elizabeth Castiglione and sculptor Emily Squires Levine. Both artists play with the idea of flowers to represent the human experience, from Emily’s playful depictions of bushes and bouquets to Elizabeth’s balance of growth and decay in her […]
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Monday, October 20, 2025
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Tuesday, October 21, 2025
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October 21, 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, October 22, 2025
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Thursday, October 23, 2025
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October 23, 2025 -Sankofa Farm Stand at Bartram’s Village
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October 23, 2025 -SustainPHL Celebration
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 […]
SustainPHL Celebration
All aboard for Philly’s favorite sustainability celebration! The 8th annual SustainPHL, hosted by Green Philly, returns on Thursday, October 23rd at the Independence Seaport Museum. Don’t miss an unforgettable evening of connection and celebration as we honor the change-makers steering our city toward a greener […]
Friday, October 24, 2025
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October 24, 2025 -Shady Brook Farm FallFest
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October 24, 2025 -Storytime and Design at Design Gym
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October 24, 2025 -Free Tasting Event – The No. 1 Dumpling in Japan Is Coming to Philly
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October 24, 2025 -Allied Gaymer Forces at The Attic Youth Center
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October 24, 2025 -Songwriting Workshop with Amanda Ekery
Shady Brook Farm FallFest
Experience the delights of autumn at Shady Brook Farm’s legendary FallFest! Get lost in the Sesame Street corn maze, pick pumpkins, enjoy live music, and discover the Eerie Illuminations Halloween Light Show. Food, bonfires, hayrides, and over 25 attractions await all ages! DATES, TIMES, AND […]
Storytime and Design at Design Gym
Storytime + Design is a weekly creative experience diving into a book and fun design exercises to grow your creativity and design process. All ages and identities on the designer journey are welcome. Age range of books will vary, design exercises adaptable for all.
Free Tasting Event – The No. 1 Dumpling in Japan Is Coming to Philly
Japan’s number one frozen gyoza brand – Ajinomoto Hane-Style Gyoza – arrives in the U.S. this month, kicking off at Philadelphia grocery stores. Ajinomoto Hane-Style Gyoza are the only gyozas on the market featuring the signature “hane” — a delicate, crispy “lace skirt” that forms […]
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Allied Gaymer Forces at The Attic Youth Center
Fun competitive gaming sessions on PS4 and Nintendo Switch. Ages 14-23
Songwriting Workshop with Amanda Ekery
Join vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, and composer Amanda Ekery and her band for a songwriting workshop! This songwriting workshop will focus on using research and personal history to write music using techniques Ekery used to write Árabe, her new album. Árabe is about Syrian and Mexican shared […]
Saturday, October 25, 2025
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October 25, 2025 -Boo at the Zoo
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October 25, 2025 -Meet the Women of the 18th Century at the Betsy Ross House
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October 25, 2025 -Spooky Science Day at The Franklin Institute
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October 25, 2025 -Make Pinch Pots! (Free Craft for Kids)
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October 25, 2025 -Taste of the Philippines: Design Your Own Halo Halo
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October 25, 2025 -Family Fun Saturdays at Historic Fair Hill
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October 25, 2025 -Afternoon Concert with Amanda Ekery
Boo at the Zoo
Gather your ghosts and goblins, put on your favorite costume, bring a bag, and trick-or-treat throughout the Zoo. Be sure to visit all our animal exhibits to see who might be munching on pumpkins or playing with Halloween-themed enrichment! Enjoy seasonal décor, photo opportunities, festive […]
Meet the Women of the 18th Century at the Betsy Ross House
Meet the Women of the 18th Century representing the diverse population of Colonial Philadelphia at the Betsy Ross House! Learn about their lives and the era they lived in by hearing their true, interactive stories.
Spooky Science Day at The Franklin Institute
Celebrate the spooky season with a day full of fall-inspired activities and Halloween fun for all ages. From hands-on programming to festive photo opportunities, there’s something for the whole family to enjoy. Featured Programming: That’s Gross! Live Science Show: Get ready to laugh, learn, and squirm as we […]
Make Pinch Pots! (Free Craft for Kids)
Make your own pinch pots at Historic St. George's Museum & Archives! Their "Crafting History" program is FREE for all kids. Drop-in on October 25th between 11:00 am-1:00 pm.
Taste of the Philippines: Design Your Own Halo Halo
Join the fun at Cherry Street Pier for Taste of the Philippines, a vibrant celebration of Filipino American History Month hosted by the Philippine American Chamber of Commerce – Greater Philadelphia. Part of the PECO Multicultural Series’ 30th Anniversary, this family-friendly event features local performers, […]
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Family Fun Saturdays at Historic Fair Hill
Join Historic Fair Hill each Saturday afternoon for storytimes, games, arts & crafts, gardening, scavenger hunts, and more!
Afternoon Concert with Amanda Ekery
Join Al-Bustan for a community gathering of live music and togetherness. The Árabe Mahrajan is built around the album release and live performance of Amanda Ekery and her touring musicians. Ekery is a vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, and composer with roots in Syria and Mexico. Her work […]
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Sunday, October 26, 2025
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October 26, 2025 -10th Annual Turkey Day Tailgate
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October 26, 2025 -Philadelphia Kidney Walk 2025 at the Navy Yard
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October 26, 2025 -Boo at the Zoo
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October 26, 2025 -East Passyunk Fall Fest
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October 26, 2025 -Family Funday with PopUpPlay
10th Annual Turkey Day Tailgate
Join Philly PR Girl and The O’Hara Home Team for the 10th Annual Turkey Day Tailgate on Sunday, October 26, 2025, from 8 am - 12 pm at FDR Park before the Eagles take on the Giants. Guests can enjoy a Thanksgiving-inspired feast, private luxury […]
Philadelphia Kidney Walk 2025 at the Navy Yard
The Philadelphia Kidney Walk 2025 is a 2-mile non-competitive walk at Philadelphia's Navy Yard, offering family fun, music, and Zumba, raising funds for the National Kidney Foundation. Participation is free. The event serves as a vital source of support, providing assistance to those affected by […]
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Boo at the Zoo
Gather your ghosts and goblins, put on your favorite costume, bring a bag, and trick-or-treat throughout the Zoo. Be sure to visit all our animal exhibits to see who might be munching on pumpkins or playing with Halloween-themed enrichment! Enjoy seasonal décor, photo opportunities, festive […]
East Passyunk Fall Fest
East Passyunk invites you some spooktacular fun! Bring the whole family out for Fall Fest on October 26th from 11am to 4pm for pedestrian-only fun on East Passyunk Ave between Morris and Dickinson Streets and specials up and down the entire Avenue!
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 […]