101 Fun Things To Do With Kids in Philly

Discover family-friendly events with the Philadelphia Family Community Calendar. Our team adds fresh content every week to help you make the most of raising kids in Philly, from the baby and little ones-stage through the teen years and beyond! Please be sure to check with the host location about their health and safety protocols, as well as their registration requirements, prior to heading out!

 

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XPoNential Music Festival

Wiggins Park 2 Riverside Drive, Camden, PA, United States

WXPN and the Camden County Board of Commissioners present the XPoNential Music Festival presented by Subaru. The festival returns to the Wiggins Park on Camden Waterfront on September 22, 23, and 24.  As always, our Festival is a great opportunity to see established artists and […]

Socrates, an odyssey

Liberty Lands Park 913 N 3rd Street, Philadelphia

Socrates is an average, everyday sock - a plain sock, not a sock that anybody would particularly remember. But today, they find themselves in the worst of all situations: in the chaos of a spin cycle, they have lost their mate. Thus commences an epic […]

Germantown Arts District Block Party

Germantown Ave. 9601 Germantown Ave., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Live music and dance performances, food trucks, local vendors, artists, and games will allow guests and Philadelphia neighbors to immerse themselves in an evening of art, connection, community, and excitement. The event will serve as an opportunity for the GAD and Germantown community members to […]

Rock to the Future’s September Social

PHS Pop Up Garden - Manayunk 106 Jamestown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for an unforgettable evening at our much-anticipated “September Social” event on September 22, 2023. This event will be held at the enchanting PHS Pop-Up Garden in Manayunk from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. This vibrant celebration is our way of expressing gratitude to […]

Trenton Circus Squad Presents Building Bridges

Circus Campus 6452 Greene Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Trenton Circus Squad believes that circus arts has the power to connect people and communities in a universal language of fun, curiosity, artistry and boldness. Join them in bringing their Big Top Tour experience to Philly Fringe!

Pictures in the Park Minions: The Rise of Gru

Sister Cities Park 210 N 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Spend Friday nights under the stars and watch animated films on the big screen! Classic movie theater snacks will be available at the Sister Cities Café, plus beer, wine and cocktails for adults. Bring-your-own blankets encouraged. Kids 12 and under can pick up a movie passport […]

Marsh-a-thon: Wildlife of the Wetland

John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge At Tinicum 8601 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate River Days at the refuge for a full day of guided walks! All walks will meet inside the Visitor Center. Join at the Big Boardwalk for guided birdwatching with binoculars from 8 am to 12 pm. 8 am Morning Bird Walk with Lynn Roman […]

Event Series Family Bowl

Family Bowl

Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia 1009 Canal Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia on Saturdays is your one-stop destination for family fun! Brooklyn Bowl is all ages from 2 pm-6 pm. With 12 downstairs bowling lanes and a full-service kitchen featuring a menu from Blue Ribbon, there's no better place to let the kids loose. […]

Event Series Read Me A World

Read Me A World

Liberty Lands Park 913 N 3rd Street, Philadelphia

Book lovers of all ages are invited to participate in the playful, immersive experience of READ ME A WORLD -- a collection of interactive activities and artist-designed, temporary outdoor reading nook installations that inspire the intimate, connective joy of reading aloud with loved ones.   […]

Saturday Free Boating

Bartram's Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Bartram's Garden for free kayaking and rowboating on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience necessary. Suitable for all ages and beginners. Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction provided–first come, first served. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Teen Workshop Hands-On History: Paper Making

Penn Museum 3260 South St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Do you use paper in your life? Of course you do! It's everywhere - but have you ever thought about how it is made? Join the Penn Museum for a Hands on History workshop where you will learn about the history of paper and learn […]

2023 Philadelphia Polo Classic

Fairmount Park Mt Pleasant Dr & Fountain Green Dr, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join on Saturday, September 23, at Fairmount Park in Philadelphia for the 2nd Annual Philadelphia Polo Classic.  Last year was a phenomenal sold-out success! The PPC expects to welcome over 4,000 guests to Philadelphia’s Fairmount Park, attracting local and national audiences for a sensational event […]

Stories of Science

Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join the Science History Institute in their museum EVERY SATURDAY for a family-friendly program that highlights the many strange and surprising stories from the history of science! Their fun, interactive activities are designed for science lovers of all ages. Take an up-close look at interesting […]

Event Series Jump-Spin-Move!

Jump-Spin-Move!

West Philadelphia Boys and Girls Club 5843-55 Catharine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Jump-Spin-Move! A Theatre Show for the Very Young (for ages 1-6) is an interactive movement theatre show set to an original score about celebrating the different and unique ways that we can move our bodies! This show is accessible for children of all abilities to participate.

Family Saturdays: Music Play Patrol with Mr. Boom Boom

Sister Cities Park 210 N 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Kids are invited to embrace their silly side as live entertainers offer unique programs and performances every Saturday morning this fall. From live music to hip-hop dancing and Halloween-themed fun, these free offerings are perfect for youngsters in need of outdoor play. Rock out and […]

Event Series Bugboro

Bugboro

Liberty Lands Park 913 N 3rd Street, Philadelphia

Grab the kids and get in, we’re going into town! Come visit Bugboro, the buzziest, busiest bug colony this side of the Schuylkill, and meet the big personalities of our tiny community. We’re a small, simple settlement built by the bugs who live here, from […]

Storytime Buzz with Beehive

West Philadelphia Boys and Girls Club 5843-55 Catharine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Come join Beehive at Bok for a special music storytime!

Fishtown Feastivale

Frankford Avenue Girard Avenue to Palmer Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Fishtown FestivALE is back for 2023 with a NEW name & NEW focus on all things EATS, find it all on Frankford Ave on September 23rd, 2023! Now called the Fishtown Fall Feastivale, this outdoor end-of-summer food festival & celebration features local foods including burgers, […]

Oktoberfest at Frankford Hall

Frankford Hall 1210 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Festivities include: Heimatklänge - authentic Bavarian "oompah" band (12pm – 4pm) PlayArts kid's crafts table (12pm – 4pm) Balloon artist & face painter (12pm – 4pm) DJ Plastic Loverboy (4pm – 8pm) The day will include both indoor and outdoor special offerings. OUTDOORS (12pm – 8pm) 4 Outdoor Beer Trucks […]

Event Series Clown in the Round

Clown in the Round

Liberty Lands Park 913 N 3rd Street, Philadelphia

Do you hear that sound? It's Clown in the Round! We searched Shakespeare's pages For fun for all ages And wait til you see what we found! Bridging the gap between "high-" & "low-brow" comedy, between the "wordiest words" & "slappiest sticks," Id Circo Theatre […]

Free Screening: Ponyo

The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Dive below the surface of Hayao Miyazaki’s aquatic adventure at this free screening! When magical goldfish Ponyo’s transformation into a human girl causes unexpected consequences, she and five-year-old Sôsuke must try to restore the balance of nature. Explore the science, mythology, and wonder of water […]

Kids Tell Tales: A Story-Centric Family Experience

Beehive at Bok 1901 S 9th Street Suite BO3A, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Children have the most vivid imaginations...who doesn't love hearing the stories they come up with and the worlds they create? Join us with your kids for an Imagine More: Story Adventures storytelling project. You're encouraged to participate in this interactive family experience. You and your child will explore […]

Storytime & Apple Pie!

Awbury Arboretum 1 Awbury Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join in Awbury Arboretum’s AdventureWoods for storytelling of Bring Me Some Apples and I’ll Make You a Pie: A Story About Edna Lewis (by Robbin Gourley), in which the childhood roots of a revered African American chef’s appreciation for the bounties of nature is explored through the seasons. Young […]

Event Series Family Bowl

Family Bowl

Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia 1009 Canal Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia on Saturdays is your one-stop destination for family fun! Brooklyn Bowl is all ages from 2 pm-6 pm. With 12 downstairs bowling lanes and a full-service kitchen featuring a menu from Blue Ribbon, there's no better place to let the kids loose. […]

Socrates, an odyssey

Liberty Lands Park 913 N 3rd Street, Philadelphia

Socrates is an average, everyday sock - a plain sock, not a sock that anybody would particularly remember. But today, they find themselves in the worst of all situations: in the chaos of a spin cycle, they have lost their mate. Thus commences an epic […]

What Does Lemon Sound Like?

West Philadelphia Boys and Girls Club 5843-55 Catharine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

A multi-sensory music-making workshop for kids. Participants will make connections between sound and other senses, learn about graphic music scores, and work together to create a 3D music score using everyday objects to perform for their families. Sep. 23 is for ages 4-7, Sep. 24 for ages […]

The Bad Pirate Rock Show

Liberty Lands Park 913 N 3rd Street, Philadelphia

This is a pirate-y show about pirates! Specifically, one young pirate who realizes they want to pirate in their own pirate-y way. And so, they embark on their very own pirate adventure, filled with sea monsters, lost treasures, unbelievable tales, ludicrous hats, and pirate-y rock […]

The Rebellion: Modern Warfare

Liberty Lands Park 913 N 3rd Street, Philadelphia

A circus performance highlighting the dangerous social issues that are impacting the Black community. As we continue to strive for the progression of Black people, how can we acknowledge and converse about the existing barriers within? The Rebellion is designed to encourage viewers to question […]

F.I.S.H. Night

Adventure Aquarium 1 Riverside Drive, Camden, NJ, United States

Adventure Aquarium is committed to creating an inclusive, entertaining and educational experience for all guests, including those with autism and other sensory sensitivities, for whom a typical trip to the Aquarium can be much more challenging. As part of an ongoing effort to create an […]

Event Series Half Magic

Half Magic

Fidget Space 1714 N Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

A cardboard box mountain looms over him. Joe knows his job – to take these relics of a life and do the impossible task of sorting them into “Trash” or “Treasure”. But as he opens the first box, he finds himself drawn through a portal […]

Event Series Clown in the Round

Clown in the Round

Liberty Lands Park 913 N 3rd Street, Philadelphia

Do you hear that sound? It's Clown in the Round! We searched Shakespeare's pages For fun for all ages And wait til you see what we found! Bridging the gap between "high-" & "low-brow" comedy, between the "wordiest words" & "slappiest sticks," Id Circo Theatre […]

Event Series Jump-Spin-Move!

Jump-Spin-Move!

West Philadelphia Boys and Girls Club 5843-55 Catharine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Jump-Spin-Move! A Theatre Show for the Very Young (for ages 1-6) is an interactive movement theatre show set to an original score about celebrating the different and unique ways that we can move our bodies! This show is accessible for children of all abilities to participate.